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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about the Inland waterways in India
- The Ganga-Bhagirathi-Hooghly river system (National Waterway 1) is the longest operational inland waterway in India.
- Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) is the statutory authority primarily responsible for the development and regulation of inland waterways in the country.
- The National Waterways Act, 2016 declared 111 waterways across India as National Waterways.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - The Ganga-Bhagirathi-Hooghly river system, designated as National Waterway 1, stretching from Haldia to Allahabad, is indeed the longest operational inland waterway in India. It plays a significant role in freight and passenger movement.
- The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) is the statutory body established in 1986 under the IWAI Act, 1985. Its primary responsibility is for the development and regulation of inland waterways for shipping and navigation.
- The National Waterways Act, 2016 significantly expanded the number of declared National Waterways from the initial five to 111, recognizing the potential of various rivers, canals, and backwaters for navigation across the country.
Context:India has achieved a record of over 145 million tonnes of cargo movement on inland waterways in 2024-25.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - The Ganga-Bhagirathi-Hooghly river system, designated as National Waterway 1, stretching from Haldia to Allahabad, is indeed the longest operational inland waterway in India. It plays a significant role in freight and passenger movement.
- The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) is the statutory body established in 1986 under the IWAI Act, 1985. Its primary responsibility is for the development and regulation of inland waterways for shipping and navigation.
- The National Waterways Act, 2016 significantly expanded the number of declared National Waterways from the initial five to 111, recognizing the potential of various rivers, canals, and backwaters for navigation across the country.
Context:India has achieved a record of over 145 million tonnes of cargo movement on inland waterways in 2024-25.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Haemophilia
- Haemophilia is a genetic disorder primarily affecting males, characterized by the impaired ability of the blood to clot normally.
- Haemophilia A is caused by a deficiency in clotting factor VIII, while Haemophilia B is due to a deficiency in clotting factor IX.
- There is currently no cure for Haemophilia, and treatment focuses on managing symptoms and preventing bleeding episodes through regular infusions of clotting factors.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - Haemophilia is a hereditary bleeding disorder where the blood doesn’t clot properly. It is typically an X-linked recessive disorder, meaning the gene responsible is located on the X chromosome.
- Haemophilia is classified based on the specific clotting factor that is deficient. Haemophilia A, the more common type, results from a deficiency of factor VIII. Haemophilia B (also known as Christmas disease) is caused by a deficiency of factor IX.
- Currently, there is no definitive cure for Haemophilia. Treatment primarily involves replacing the missing clotting factor through regular or on-demand infusions of concentrated factor VIII or IX, depending on the type of Haemophilia.
Context:India’s first human gene therapy trial for haemophilia was conducted through a collaboration between Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council’s Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (BRIC-inStem) and CMC Vellore.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - Haemophilia is a hereditary bleeding disorder where the blood doesn’t clot properly. It is typically an X-linked recessive disorder, meaning the gene responsible is located on the X chromosome.
- Haemophilia is classified based on the specific clotting factor that is deficient. Haemophilia A, the more common type, results from a deficiency of factor VIII. Haemophilia B (also known as Christmas disease) is caused by a deficiency of factor IX.
- Currently, there is no definitive cure for Haemophilia. Treatment primarily involves replacing the missing clotting factor through regular or on-demand infusions of concentrated factor VIII or IX, depending on the type of Haemophilia.
Context:India’s first human gene therapy trial for haemophilia was conducted through a collaboration between Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council’s Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (BRIC-inStem) and CMC Vellore.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements is correct regarding a hydrogen bomb?
Correct
Answer: (c)
Option c It employs the fusion of light nuclei, typically isotopes of hydrogen, to release a significantly larger amount of energy compared to fission bombs. Context:Chinese researchers have tested a new hydrogen bomb that uses magnesium hydride to create a sustained fireball without nuclear materials.
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Answer: (c)
Option c It employs the fusion of light nuclei, typically isotopes of hydrogen, to release a significantly larger amount of energy compared to fission bombs. Context:Chinese researchers have tested a new hydrogen bomb that uses magnesium hydride to create a sustained fireball without nuclear materials.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about The Coral bleaching
- Coral bleaching is primarily caused by the acidification of ocean waters due to increased absorption of atmospheric carbon dioxide.
- During coral bleaching, corals expel the symbiotic algae (zooxanthellae) living in their tissues, leading to a loss of their color.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - While ocean acidification poses a significant threat to coral reefs by hindering their ability to build skeletons, coral bleaching is primarily caused by thermal stress, specifically unusually warm ocean temperatures.
- Coral bleaching occurs when corals are stressed by changes in their environment, most commonly temperature.
Context:The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in partnership with the International Coral Reef Initiative, confirmed that the world is witnessing its fourth global bleaching event.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - While ocean acidification poses a significant threat to coral reefs by hindering their ability to build skeletons, coral bleaching is primarily caused by thermal stress, specifically unusually warm ocean temperatures.
- Coral bleaching occurs when corals are stressed by changes in their environment, most commonly temperature.
Context:The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in partnership with the International Coral Reef Initiative, confirmed that the world is witnessing its fourth global bleaching event.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Vaikom Satyagraha
- The Vaikom Satyagraha (1924-25) in Travancore aimed at securing the right of all castes, including the ‘untouchables’, to use the public roads leading to the Vaikom Mahadeva Temple.
- Mahatma Gandhi actively participated in the initial phases of the Vaikom Satyagraha, leading the march towards the temple.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct Incorrect - The Vaikom Satyagraha, which took place in the princely state of Travancore (now part of Kerala), was indeed focused on achieving the right for all castes, including those considered ‘untouchable’, to use the public roads surrounding the famous Vaikom Mahadeva Temple.
- While Mahatma Gandhi played a significant role in the later stages of the Vaikom Satyagraha through discussions and persuasion with the Travancore authorities, he did not actively participate in the initial phases or lead the march towards the temple.
Context:The year 2024 marked the centenary year of Vaikom Satyagraha (1924).
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct Incorrect - The Vaikom Satyagraha, which took place in the princely state of Travancore (now part of Kerala), was indeed focused on achieving the right for all castes, including those considered ‘untouchable’, to use the public roads surrounding the famous Vaikom Mahadeva Temple.
- While Mahatma Gandhi played a significant role in the later stages of the Vaikom Satyagraha through discussions and persuasion with the Travancore authorities, he did not actively participate in the initial phases or lead the march towards the temple.
Context:The year 2024 marked the centenary year of Vaikom Satyagraha (1924).
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