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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about the ‘Baku to Belem Roadmap’
- The ‘Baku to Belem Roadmap’ is a strategic document outlining cooperative efforts between Azerbaijan and Brazil in the field of renewable energy development.
- This roadmap was primarily established following the COP28 summit held in Baku, Azerbaijan.
- A key focus of the ‘Baku to Belem Roadmap’ is the promotion of sustainable oil and gas extraction technologies and carbon capture initiatives.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Incorrect - While Azerbaijan and Brazil might have collaborations in various sectors, a specific, high-profile “Baku to Belem Roadmap” focused solely on renewable energy development between these two nations is not a widely recognized or established international agreement with that specific title and narrow scope
- COP28 was held in Dubai, UAE (United Arab Emirates), in 2023, not Baku, Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan hosted COP29 in 2024. Therefore, a roadmap directly established following COP28 and leading to Belem (COP30 host) would logically have originated after Dubai
- Given Azerbaijan’s significant oil and gas sector, cooperation might include these areas. However, a roadmap explicitly primarily focusing on sustainable oil and gas extraction technologies and carbon capture as the key focus of a “Baku to Belem” initiative aimed towards future climate conferences seems less probable as the central theme
Context:India called upon BRICS nations to unite behind the ‘Baku to Belem Roadmap’, aimed at mobilizing USD 1.3 trillion to support the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) of developing countries.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Incorrect - While Azerbaijan and Brazil might have collaborations in various sectors, a specific, high-profile “Baku to Belem Roadmap” focused solely on renewable energy development between these two nations is not a widely recognized or established international agreement with that specific title and narrow scope
- COP28 was held in Dubai, UAE (United Arab Emirates), in 2023, not Baku, Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan hosted COP29 in 2024. Therefore, a roadmap directly established following COP28 and leading to Belem (COP30 host) would logically have originated after Dubai
- Given Azerbaijan’s significant oil and gas sector, cooperation might include these areas. However, a roadmap explicitly primarily focusing on sustainable oil and gas extraction technologies and carbon capture as the key focus of a “Baku to Belem” initiative aimed towards future climate conferences seems less probable as the central theme
Context:India called upon BRICS nations to unite behind the ‘Baku to Belem Roadmap’, aimed at mobilizing USD 1.3 trillion to support the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) of developing countries.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Axiom-4 Mission (Ax-4)
- Axiom-4 was a fully commercial, privately funded human spaceflight mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
- The mission’s primary objective was to conduct extensive scientific research and technology demonstrations in microgravity.
- The crew of Axiom-4 consisted entirely of private citizens, including individuals from multiple countries.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - Axiom-4 was indeed a fully commercial mission, organized and funded by the private space company Axiom Space, sending a crew to the International Space Station for a commercial endeavor.
- significant goal of the Axiom missions, including Ax-4, is to utilize the microgravity environment of the ISS for various scientific investigations, technology testing, and in-space manufacturing research, with the aim of advancing commercial space activities and preparing for Axiom’s own commercial space station.
- The Ax-4 crew comprised four individuals who were not professional astronauts in the traditional sense. They were private citizens from different nations who participated in the mission for research, commercial activities, and personal goals.
Context:Axiom-4 Mission (Ax-4)
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - Axiom-4 was indeed a fully commercial mission, organized and funded by the private space company Axiom Space, sending a crew to the International Space Station for a commercial endeavor.
- significant goal of the Axiom missions, including Ax-4, is to utilize the microgravity environment of the ISS for various scientific investigations, technology testing, and in-space manufacturing research, with the aim of advancing commercial space activities and preparing for Axiom’s own commercial space station.
- The Ax-4 crew comprised four individuals who were not professional astronauts in the traditional sense. They were private citizens from different nations who participated in the mission for research, commercial activities, and personal goals.
Context:Axiom-4 Mission (Ax-4)
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following is a unique characteristic associated with the Warangal Chapata chilli that recently received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
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Answer: (c)
Option c The Warangal Chapata chilli is distinctly recognized for its bright red color and round, tomato-like shape, which is why it is also locally known as “Tomato Chilli”. Context:The Warangal Chapata chilli, or as it is called Tomato chilli, from Telangana has been granted the Geographical Indication tag by the GI Registry.
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Answer: (c)
Option c The Warangal Chapata chilli is distinctly recognized for its bright red color and round, tomato-like shape, which is why it is also locally known as “Tomato Chilli”. Context:The Warangal Chapata chilli, or as it is called Tomato chilli, from Telangana has been granted the Geographical Indication tag by the GI Registry.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about The Pope’s Pit Viper Venom
- The venom of the Pope’s Pit Viper is primarily neurotoxic, affecting the central nervous system and potentially leading to paralysis.
- Envenomation by a Pope’s Pit Viper typically results in severe local symptoms such as intense pain, swelling, blistering, and hemorrhage around the bite site.
Choose the incorrect statements:
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - The venom of the Pope’s Pit Viper is primarily hemotoxic, meaning it affects the blood and blood vessels. While some local pain might occur, it’s not known for causing significant neurotoxic effects leading to paralysis in the same way as some elapid snakes (like cobras).
- Envenomation by Pope’s Pit Vipers typically causes significant local tissue damage, characterized by pain, swelling, blistering, and bleeding at the bite site. Systemic symptoms are usually less severe compared to snakes with highly neurotoxic or strongly hemotoxic venom.
Context:A new study has uncoded the mysteries of how the venom of Pope’s pit viper, a snake species native to northern and northeastern parts of India, works.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - The venom of the Pope’s Pit Viper is primarily hemotoxic, meaning it affects the blood and blood vessels. While some local pain might occur, it’s not known for causing significant neurotoxic effects leading to paralysis in the same way as some elapid snakes (like cobras).
- Envenomation by Pope’s Pit Vipers typically causes significant local tissue damage, characterized by pain, swelling, blistering, and bleeding at the bite site. Systemic symptoms are usually less severe compared to snakes with highly neurotoxic or strongly hemotoxic venom.
Context:A new study has uncoded the mysteries of how the venom of Pope’s pit viper, a snake species native to northern and northeastern parts of India, works.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR)
- NCPOR is an autonomous research institution under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India, primarily responsible for the country’s research activities in the polar and Southern Ocean realms.
- India’s permanent research station in Antarctica, Maitri, and the operational station Bharati are both managed and operated by NCPOR.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - NCPOR is indeed an autonomous research institution under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, and its mandate includes leading India’s research efforts in the polar regions (Arctic and Antarctic) and the Southern Ocean.
- NCPOR is the nodal agency responsible for the establishment, maintenance, and operation of India’s research stations in Antarctica, which currently include the operational stations Maitri and Bharati. The earlier station, Dakshin Gangotri, is now primarily used as a supply base.
Context:National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) Goa, has observed the 25th foundation day.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - NCPOR is indeed an autonomous research institution under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, and its mandate includes leading India’s research efforts in the polar regions (Arctic and Antarctic) and the Southern Ocean.
- NCPOR is the nodal agency responsible for the establishment, maintenance, and operation of India’s research stations in Antarctica, which currently include the operational stations Maitri and Bharati. The earlier station, Dakshin Gangotri, is now primarily used as a supply base.
Context:National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) Goa, has observed the 25th foundation day.
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