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How many of the above statements is/are correct?
Explanation:
• Kuttanad agriculture involves cultivation below sea level, protected by earthen bunds and regulated water management systems. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The FAO has designated the Kuttanad Wetland Agricultural System as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS). Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• The system is located in Kerala and is predominantly known for its unique wetland paddy cultivation practices. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
Explanation:
• Kuttanad agriculture involves cultivation below sea level, protected by earthen bunds and regulated water management systems. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The FAO has designated the Kuttanad Wetland Agricultural System as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS). Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• The system is located in Kerala and is predominantly known for its unique wetland paddy cultivation practices. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation:
• The SSC is the largest of IUCN’s commissions and plays a key role in species assessments, recovery planning, and Red List evaluations through expert groups. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The SSC is an advisory and scientific body and does not have legal or enforcement authority over countries. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
Explanation:
• The SSC is the largest of IUCN’s commissions and plays a key role in species assessments, recovery planning, and Red List evaluations through expert groups. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The SSC is an advisory and scientific body and does not have legal or enforcement authority over countries. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation:
• The Southern Ocean encircles Antarctica and, as recognized by many scientific and international bodies, extends up to 60° South latitude. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The Antarctic Circumpolar Current flows uninterrupted around Antarctica, linking the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans, a unique feature of the Southern Ocean. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
Explanation:
• The Southern Ocean encircles Antarctica and, as recognized by many scientific and international bodies, extends up to 60° South latitude. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The Antarctic Circumpolar Current flows uninterrupted around Antarctica, linking the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans, a unique feature of the Southern Ocean. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation:
• MAVEN is a NASA orbiter mission focused on studying the structure, composition, and evolution of the Martian upper atmosphere. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• A key objective of MAVEN is to examine the role of solar wind and radiation in stripping away Mars’ atmosphere, affecting its climate evolution. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• MAVEN is an orbiter, not a lander; it does not operate on the Martian surface. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
Explanation:
• MAVEN is a NASA orbiter mission focused on studying the structure, composition, and evolution of the Martian upper atmosphere. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• A key objective of MAVEN is to examine the role of solar wind and radiation in stripping away Mars’ atmosphere, affecting its climate evolution. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• MAVEN is an orbiter, not a lander; it does not operate on the Martian surface. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
ICGS Anjadip belongs to which category of naval vessel?
Explanation:
• Anjadip is the third of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) designed and built for the Indian Navy to undertake anti-submarine, coastal surveillance, and related operations.
Explanation:
• Anjadip is the third of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) designed and built for the Indian Navy to undertake anti-submarine, coastal surveillance, and related operations.
