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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about the Potash
- Potash is an essential nutrient for plant growth, primarily used in the agriculture sector as a fertilizer.
- India has significant reserves of potash ore, mainly of the sylvinite and carnallite types, located in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
- Sulphate of Potash (SOP) is a premium potash fertilizer, preferred for chloride-sensitive crops due to its chloride-free nature.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Incorrect correct - Potash is indeed a primary agricultural nutrient, crucial for plant health and widely used in fertilizers. It is one of the three key nutrients represented in N-P-K (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium).
- While India does have potash mineral resources, especially glauconitic sandstone in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, it lacks commercially exploitable deposits of sylvinite and carnallite. The majority of India’s potash needs are met through imports.
- Sulphate of Potash (SOP) is indeed considered a premium fertilizer. Unlike Muriate of Potash (MOP), SOP is chloride-free, making it suitable for crops sensitive to chloride, such as fruits, vegetables, and leafy plants.
Context:Surveys conducted by the Geological Survey of India (GSI) have identified potash reserves in Rajasthan, presenting an opportunity to decrease India’s dependence on imports.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Incorrect correct - Potash is indeed a primary agricultural nutrient, crucial for plant health and widely used in fertilizers. It is one of the three key nutrients represented in N-P-K (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium).
- While India does have potash mineral resources, especially glauconitic sandstone in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, it lacks commercially exploitable deposits of sylvinite and carnallite. The majority of India’s potash needs are met through imports.
- Sulphate of Potash (SOP) is indeed considered a premium fertilizer. Unlike Muriate of Potash (MOP), SOP is chloride-free, making it suitable for crops sensitive to chloride, such as fruits, vegetables, and leafy plants.
Context:Surveys conducted by the Geological Survey of India (GSI) have identified potash reserves in Rajasthan, presenting an opportunity to decrease India’s dependence on imports.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Baltic nations
- The Baltic nations consist of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, all of which share a direct coastline with the Baltic Sea and are situated on the eastern coast of the sea.
- Historically, the Baltic nations were part of the Soviet Union and regained their independence following the dissolution of the USSR in the early 1990s.
- The economies of the Baltic nations are primarily driven by agriculture and heavy industry, with significant exports of grains and machinery.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are indeed considered the Baltic nations. They all border the Baltic Sea and are located on its eastern coast in Northern Europe.
- All three Baltic nations were forcibly incorporated into the Soviet Union during World War II. They declared the restoration of their independence in 1990 and 1991, amidst the weakening of the Soviet Union, and their independence was internationally recognized following the USSR’s collapse.
- While agriculture and some industries exist, the economies of the Baltic nations are increasingly service-based and diversified.
Context:The three Baltic states disconnected their electricity systems from Russia’s power grid to integrate the countries more closely with the European Union and boost security.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are indeed considered the Baltic nations. They all border the Baltic Sea and are located on its eastern coast in Northern Europe.
- All three Baltic nations were forcibly incorporated into the Soviet Union during World War II. They declared the restoration of their independence in 1990 and 1991, amidst the weakening of the Soviet Union, and their independence was internationally recognized following the USSR’s collapse.
- While agriculture and some industries exist, the economies of the Baltic nations are increasingly service-based and diversified.
Context:The three Baltic states disconnected their electricity systems from Russia’s power grid to integrate the countries more closely with the European Union and boost security.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements about the Cook Islands is correct?
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Option d The Cook Islands’ economy is largely dependent on tourism, pearl farming, and financial services, with strong ties to New Zealand. Context:New Zealand has raised significant concern regarding the Cook Islands’ preparation to sign a cooperation deal with China.
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Option d The Cook Islands’ economy is largely dependent on tourism, pearl farming, and financial services, with strong ties to New Zealand. Context:New Zealand has raised significant concern regarding the Cook Islands’ preparation to sign a cooperation deal with China.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Netzarim Corridor
- The Netzarim Corridor was a narrow strip of land within the Gaza Strip that was under Israeli control until 2005.
- The Netzarim Corridor effectively bisected the Gaza Strip, significantly hindering Palestinian movement between the northern and southern parts of the territory.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The Netzarim Corridor was indeed a strip of land in the Gaza Strip under Israeli control. It existed until 2005 when Israel unilaterally withdrew from the Gaza Strip, dismantling settlements and military installations within it, including the Netzarim Corridor.
- The main reason for establishing and maintaining the Netzarim Corridor was to provide a land link between the Israeli settlement of Netzarim and Israel itself. This was part of Israel’s policy of maintaining control over settlements within the Gaza Strip.
Context:Israeli forces have withdrawn from the Netzarim Corridor as part of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The Netzarim Corridor was indeed a strip of land in the Gaza Strip under Israeli control. It existed until 2005 when Israel unilaterally withdrew from the Gaza Strip, dismantling settlements and military installations within it, including the Netzarim Corridor.
- The main reason for establishing and maintaining the Netzarim Corridor was to provide a land link between the Israeli settlement of Netzarim and Israel itself. This was part of Israel’s policy of maintaining control over settlements within the Gaza Strip.
Context:Israeli forces have withdrawn from the Netzarim Corridor as part of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Mithuns
- Mithun, also known as ‘cattle of the mountains’, is a semi-domesticated bovine found primarily in the hilly tracts of Arunachal Pradesh and is considered the state animal.
- Mithun plays a significant socio-economic role in the lives of the tribal communities of Arunachal Pradesh, often used in festivals, rituals, and as a valuable form of wealth and exchange.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - Mithun is indeed often called ‘cattle of the mountains’ and is prominently found in the hilly regions of Arunachal Pradesh and other Northeastern states. It is also officially recognized as the state animal of Arunachal Pradesh.
- Mithun holds immense socio-economic and cultural importance for the tribal communities of Arunachal Pradesh. They are integral to various festivals and rituals, and function as a significant form of wealth, social status, and are used in barter and exchange within these communities.
Context:In Arunachal Pradesh, mithuns will wear fluorescent collars to improve visibility on highways and prevent fatal accidents.
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - Mithun is indeed often called ‘cattle of the mountains’ and is prominently found in the hilly regions of Arunachal Pradesh and other Northeastern states. It is also officially recognized as the state animal of Arunachal Pradesh.
- Mithun holds immense socio-economic and cultural importance for the tribal communities of Arunachal Pradesh. They are integral to various festivals and rituals, and function as a significant form of wealth, social status, and are used in barter and exchange within these communities.
Context:In Arunachal Pradesh, mithuns will wear fluorescent collars to improve visibility on highways and prevent fatal accidents.
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