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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Ramanujacharya
- He is the chief proponent of ‘Vishishtadvaita’
- All his major works were composed in Tamil
Choose the correct statements
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect Ramanujacharya (c. 1017–1137 CE) was an Indian philosopher, Hindu theologian, social reformer, and one of the most important exponents of the Sri Vaishnavism tradition within Hinduism. Ramanuja is famous as the chief proponent of Vishishtadvaita subschool of Vedānta Ramanuja wrote influential texts, such as including Vedartha Sangraham, Sri Bhashyam, Gita Bhashyam all in Sanskrit. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/finishing-touches-given-to-statue-of-equality/article38316907.ece
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Solution(a)
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect Ramanujacharya (c. 1017–1137 CE) was an Indian philosopher, Hindu theologian, social reformer, and one of the most important exponents of the Sri Vaishnavism tradition within Hinduism. Ramanuja is famous as the chief proponent of Vishishtadvaita subschool of Vedānta Ramanuja wrote influential texts, such as including Vedartha Sangraham, Sri Bhashyam, Gita Bhashyam all in Sanskrit. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/finishing-touches-given-to-statue-of-equality/article38316907.ece
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Who among the following is associated with ‘An Indian Pilgrim’?
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Solution(c)
It is an autobiography of Subhash Chandra Bose Written towards the end of 1937 during his Europe trip, after being nominated the President of the Indian National Congress, An Indian Pilgrim traces Bose’s life story from birth till his resignation from the Indian Civil Service.
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/prime-minister-narendra-modi-unveils-hologram-statue-of-netaji-subash-chandra-bose-at-india-gate-on-january-23-2022/article38314481.ece
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Solution(c)
It is an autobiography of Subhash Chandra Bose Written towards the end of 1937 during his Europe trip, after being nominated the President of the Indian National Congress, An Indian Pilgrim traces Bose’s life story from birth till his resignation from the Indian Civil Service.
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/prime-minister-narendra-modi-unveils-hologram-statue-of-netaji-subash-chandra-bose-at-india-gate-on-january-23-2022/article38314481.ece
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage’
- CCUS involves capturing carbon directly from the atmosphere
- Utilization of this technology results in ‘negative emissions’
Choose the correct statements
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct CCUS involves the capture of CO2 from large point sources, including power generation or industrial facilities that use either fossil fuels or biomass for fuel. The CO2 can also be captured directly from the atmosphere. CCUS technologies can provide a means of removing CO2 from the atmosphere, i.e. “negative emissions”, to offset emissions from sectors where reaching zero emissions may not be economically or technically feasible. Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1791788
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct CCUS involves the capture of CO2 from large point sources, including power generation or industrial facilities that use either fossil fuels or biomass for fuel. The CO2 can also be captured directly from the atmosphere. CCUS technologies can provide a means of removing CO2 from the atmosphere, i.e. “negative emissions”, to offset emissions from sectors where reaching zero emissions may not be economically or technically feasible. Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1791788
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements
- Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF) measures the value of acquisitions of new or existing fixed assets less disposals of fixed assets
- Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF) is a flow value
- Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF) excludes land sales and purchases
Choose the correct statements
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Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct GFCF measures the value of acquisitions of new or existing fixed assets by the business sector, governments and “pure” households (excluding their unincorporated enterprises) less disposals of fixed assets. GFCF is a flow value. It is measured by the total value of a producer’s acquisitions, less disposals of fixed assets during the accounting period. The most important exclusion from GFCF is land sales and purchases. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/a-chance-to-support-growth-fiscal-consolidation/article38315280.ece
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Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct GFCF measures the value of acquisitions of new or existing fixed assets by the business sector, governments and “pure” households (excluding their unincorporated enterprises) less disposals of fixed assets. GFCF is a flow value. It is measured by the total value of a producer’s acquisitions, less disposals of fixed assets during the accounting period. The most important exclusion from GFCF is land sales and purchases. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/a-chance-to-support-growth-fiscal-consolidation/article38315280.ece
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following statement(s) is/are INCORRECT with respect to ‘Restitution of Conjugal Rights’ in Indian law
- It finds mention in Hindu Marriage Act but not in Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act
- It is not gender-neutral and is patriarchal in nature
Select the appropriate statements
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect Restitution of Conjugal Rights find mention in Hindu Marriage Act,1956 and Special Marriage Act,1956 but not in Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act,1937.However, Muslims can seek remedy under the general law. The law is gender neutral in nature i.e, Wife/Husband can seek remedy under this provision. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/months-since-sc-heard-challenge-to-restitution-of-conjugal-rights-which-pits-right-to-privacy-with-sanctity-of-marriage/article38314467.ece
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect Restitution of Conjugal Rights find mention in Hindu Marriage Act,1956 and Special Marriage Act,1956 but not in Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act,1937.However, Muslims can seek remedy under the general law. The law is gender neutral in nature i.e, Wife/Husband can seek remedy under this provision. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/months-since-sc-heard-challenge-to-restitution-of-conjugal-rights-which-pits-right-to-privacy-with-sanctity-of-marriage/article38314467.ece
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