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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements:
- Certified seed is the purest form of seed compared to breeder seed
- Breeder seed is produced from foundation seed
Choose the correct statements
Correct
Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect Nucleus seed is 100 percent pure. Breeder seed is produced from nucleus seed and the genetic purity of breeder seed crop should be maintained at 100 per cent. Foundation seed is the progeny of breeder seed and the genetic purity of foundation seed should be maintained at 99.5 per cent. Finally, Certified seed is the progeny of foundation seed and is 99 percent pure. Breeder seed is produced from nucleus seed under the supervision of a qualified plant breeder in a research institute of Agricultural University. The genetic purity of breeder seed crop should be maintained at 100 per cent. Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1796558
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Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect Nucleus seed is 100 percent pure. Breeder seed is produced from nucleus seed and the genetic purity of breeder seed crop should be maintained at 100 per cent. Foundation seed is the progeny of breeder seed and the genetic purity of foundation seed should be maintained at 99.5 per cent. Finally, Certified seed is the progeny of foundation seed and is 99 percent pure. Breeder seed is produced from nucleus seed under the supervision of a qualified plant breeder in a research institute of Agricultural University. The genetic purity of breeder seed crop should be maintained at 100 per cent. Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1796558
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements:
- Right to Freedom of Religion also includes the right to convert others
- Right to Freedom of Religion is not an absolute right
Choose the correct statements
Correct
Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Right to Freedom of Religion does not include the right to convert others as it goes against that individual’s Right to Conscience(Article 25) Right to Freedom of Religion is not an absolute right and is subject to reasonable restrictions.These restrictions are: Public order, morality and health and other provisions of the Constitution. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/haryana-cabinet-gives-nod-to-draft-haryana-prevention-of-unlawful-conversion-of-religious-bill/article38396811.ece
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Right to Freedom of Religion does not include the right to convert others as it goes against that individual’s Right to Conscience(Article 25) Right to Freedom of Religion is not an absolute right and is subject to reasonable restrictions.These restrictions are: Public order, morality and health and other provisions of the Constitution. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/haryana-cabinet-gives-nod-to-draft-haryana-prevention-of-unlawful-conversion-of-religious-bill/article38396811.ece
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan’
- The scheme has three components
- States/UTs are offered to choose either PSS and PDPS in a given procurement season with respect to particular oilseeds crop for the entire State
Choose the correct statements
Correct
Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct The three components outlined under the scheme are - Price Support Scheme (PSS)
- Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS)
- Pilot of Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS)
Under PM-AASHA, States/UTs are offered to choose either PSS or PDPS in a given procurement season with respect to particular oilseeds crop for the entire State. Pulses and Copra are procured under PSS. Only one scheme i.e. PSS or PDPS may be made operational in one State with respect to one commodity. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/step-up-agri-spending-boost-farm-incomes/article38398661.ece
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct The three components outlined under the scheme are - Price Support Scheme (PSS)
- Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS)
- Pilot of Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS)
Under PM-AASHA, States/UTs are offered to choose either PSS or PDPS in a given procurement season with respect to particular oilseeds crop for the entire State. Pulses and Copra are procured under PSS. Only one scheme i.e. PSS or PDPS may be made operational in one State with respect to one commodity. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/step-up-agri-spending-boost-farm-incomes/article38398661.ece
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
It is the world’s largest humanitarian organization focused on hunger and food security. It is the food assistance branch of the United Nations. The organization is
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Solution(b)
The World Food Programme is the food-assistance branch of the United Nations. It is the world’s largest humanitarian organization focused on hunger and food security, and the largest provider of school meals. Founded in 1961, it is headquartered in Rome and has offices in 80 countries.
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/13-million-face-severe-hunger-in-horn-of-africa-un/article38398409.ece
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Solution(b)
The World Food Programme is the food-assistance branch of the United Nations. It is the world’s largest humanitarian organization focused on hunger and food security, and the largest provider of school meals. Founded in 1961, it is headquartered in Rome and has offices in 80 countries.
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/13-million-face-severe-hunger-in-horn-of-africa-un/article38398409.ece
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to India’s economy, consider the following statements:
- India’s debt to GDP ratio is one of the highest in the emerging market economies
- India’s debt to GDP ratio is low compared to USA but higher than Japan
Choose the correct statements
Correct
Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect According to a report released by Fitch [Ratings], India has one of the highest debt-to-GDP ratios in emerging market countries India’s debt-to-GDP ratio is far lower than the United States, Japan, and other such highly-rated countries in Europe Source: https://www.thehindu.com/business/Economy/rating-firms-have-double-standards-says-union-finance-secretary/article38398343.ece
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect According to a report released by Fitch [Ratings], India has one of the highest debt-to-GDP ratios in emerging market countries India’s debt-to-GDP ratio is far lower than the United States, Japan, and other such highly-rated countries in Europe Source: https://www.thehindu.com/business/Economy/rating-firms-have-double-standards-says-union-finance-secretary/article38398343.ece
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