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Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Global Overturning Circulation’
Select the correct statement(s)
Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 | Statement 2 |
Incorrect | Correct |
GOC is the equatorward transport of cold, deep waters and the poleward transport of warm, near-surface waters. | The Global Overturning Circulation (GOC) is responsible for the transport of carbon and heat among the ocean basins and between the ocean and the atmosphere. GOC also controls the exchange of ocean carbon and nutrients between the deep ocean and the euphotic zone where photosynthesis occurs. |
Context – New studies have shown that the global overturning circulation controls ocean heat distribution and atmospheric carbon dioxide levels
Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 | Statement 2 |
Incorrect | Correct |
GOC is the equatorward transport of cold, deep waters and the poleward transport of warm, near-surface waters. | The Global Overturning Circulation (GOC) is responsible for the transport of carbon and heat among the ocean basins and between the ocean and the atmosphere. GOC also controls the exchange of ocean carbon and nutrients between the deep ocean and the euphotic zone where photosynthesis occurs. |
Context – New studies have shown that the global overturning circulation controls ocean heat distribution and atmospheric carbon dioxide levels
With reference to ‘Default Bail’, consider the following statements
Select the correct answer using the code given below
Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 | Statement 2 | Statement 3 |
Incorrect | Incorrect | Correct |
Default bail is a right to bail that accrues when the police fail to complete investigation within a specified period in respect of a person in judicial custody. This is enshrined in Section 167(2) of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) where it is not possible for the police to complete an investigation in 24 hours, the police produce the suspect in court and seek orders for either police or judicial custody. | It is a right, regardless of the nature of the crime. | The Supreme Court while hearing an appeal regarding default bail said that default bail under first proviso of Section 167(2) of the Cr.P.C. is a fundamental right and not merely a statutory right as it is, a procedure established by law under Article 21 of the Constitution. |
Context – the Supreme Court said that grant of default bail will not operate as an absolute bar to canceling it once the charge sheet is filed and the same can be considered if a strong case is made out
Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 | Statement 2 | Statement 3 |
Incorrect | Incorrect | Correct |
Default bail is a right to bail that accrues when the police fail to complete investigation within a specified period in respect of a person in judicial custody. This is enshrined in Section 167(2) of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) where it is not possible for the police to complete an investigation in 24 hours, the police produce the suspect in court and seek orders for either police or judicial custody. | It is a right, regardless of the nature of the crime. | The Supreme Court while hearing an appeal regarding default bail said that default bail under first proviso of Section 167(2) of the Cr.P.C. is a fundamental right and not merely a statutory right as it is, a procedure established by law under Article 21 of the Constitution. |
Context – the Supreme Court said that grant of default bail will not operate as an absolute bar to canceling it once the charge sheet is filed and the same can be considered if a strong case is made out
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Snow Leopards’
Select the correct statement(s)
Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 | Statement 2 |
Correct | Incorrect |
Snow Leopard is found in the mountainous regions of central and southern Asia. In India, it is seen in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh. It is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and under CITES it is listed in Appendix I | By the adoption of the Bishkek Declaration, the Snow Leopard Range Countries pledged to ensure that snow leopards and the people who live among them thrive in healthy ecosystems that contribute to the prosperity and well-being of our countries and the planet. It was dopted by the 12 snow leopard range countries in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, October 23, 2013. |
Context – 4 snow leopards were spotted in a rare sighting in Himachal Pradesh recently
Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 | Statement 2 |
Correct | Incorrect |
Snow Leopard is found in the mountainous regions of central and southern Asia. In India, it is seen in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh. It is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and under CITES it is listed in Appendix I | By the adoption of the Bishkek Declaration, the Snow Leopard Range Countries pledged to ensure that snow leopards and the people who live among them thrive in healthy ecosystems that contribute to the prosperity and well-being of our countries and the planet. It was dopted by the 12 snow leopard range countries in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, October 23, 2013. |
Context – 4 snow leopards were spotted in a rare sighting in Himachal Pradesh recently
With reference to ‘Indian Bureau of Mines’, consider the following statements
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 | Statement 2 | Statement 3 |
Incorrect | Incorrect | Correct |
The Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) is a subordinate office under the Ministry of Mines. | It is engaged in the promotion of scientific development of mineral resources of the country, conservation of minerals, protection of environment in mines, other than coal, petroleum and natural gas, atomic minerals and minor minerals. | It performs regulatory functions with respect to the relevant provisions of Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 and enforcement of the rules framed there under, namely Mineral Conservation and Development Rules, 1988/2017 and Mineral Concession Rules, 1960/ 2016 and Environmental (Protection) Act, 1986 and Rules made there under. |
Context – As per Indian Bureau of Mines, Mineral Production went up by 9.7% in November, 2022
Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 | Statement 2 | Statement 3 |
Incorrect | Incorrect | Correct |
The Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) is a subordinate office under the Ministry of Mines. | It is engaged in the promotion of scientific development of mineral resources of the country, conservation of minerals, protection of environment in mines, other than coal, petroleum and natural gas, atomic minerals and minor minerals. | It performs regulatory functions with respect to the relevant provisions of Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 and enforcement of the rules framed there under, namely Mineral Conservation and Development Rules, 1988/2017 and Mineral Concession Rules, 1960/ 2016 and Environmental (Protection) Act, 1986 and Rules made there under. |
Context – As per Indian Bureau of Mines, Mineral Production went up by 9.7% in November, 2022
‘Soul of Steel’ challenge recently seen in news was organized by
Solution(b)
In an effort to test one’s high-altitude endurance, a new challenge called “Soul of Steel” will be launched in India. Spearheaded by venture CLAW Global, which is run by veterans and supported by the Indian Army, the challenge will take place in the state of Uttarakhand and is similar to the “Ironman triathlon” long-distance triathlon challenge in Europe. The expedition will officially launch on January 14th, and will include 12 Indian participants and six international teams, with the age group for applicants being between 18 and 30 years
Context – It was launched recently
Solution(b)
In an effort to test one’s high-altitude endurance, a new challenge called “Soul of Steel” will be launched in India. Spearheaded by venture CLAW Global, which is run by veterans and supported by the Indian Army, the challenge will take place in the state of Uttarakhand and is similar to the “Ironman triathlon” long-distance triathlon challenge in Europe. The expedition will officially launch on January 14th, and will include 12 Indian participants and six international teams, with the age group for applicants being between 18 and 30 years
Context – It was launched recently