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UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) By their percentage contribution to the greenhouse effect on Earth:

a) water vapour>co2>ch4>o3

b) co2>water vapour>ch4>o3

c) co2>ch4> o3>water vapour

d) water vapour>co2>o3>ch4

Q2) Which of the following is a disadvantage of renewable energy?

a) High pollution

b) Available only in few places

c) High running cost

d) Unreliable supply

Q3) Consider the following statements with respect to International Nitrogen Initiative (INI) 

1. It was set up in 2003 under UNESCO’s International Geosphere Biosphere Program (IGBP). 

2. INI conferences will be held every three years on different continents. 

3. INI 2021 is being hosted by India’s Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a) 2 only 

b) 1 and 3 only 

c) 2 and 3 only 

d) 1, 2 and 3

Q4) Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in which of the following states? 

a) Telangana 

b) Andhra Pradesh 

c) Maharashtra 

d) Jharkhand

Consider the following statements: 

1. It is surrounded by the Phipsoo Wildlife Sanctuary to its north, the Buxa Tiger Reserve to its west and the Manas National Park to its east.

2. The National Park, which has 11 different forest types and subtypes, is home to the golden langur, elephant, tiger, clouded leopard and Indian gaur. 

Q5) Identify the National Park using the description given above: 

a) Rajbari National Park 

b) Mouling National Park 

c) Raimona National Park 

d) Saddle Peak National Park

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Most Probable Questions on Environment & Ecology for UPSC Prelims 2021 – by Santosh Gupta

Q1) Consider the following statements in context to Indian pangolin. 

1. They are critically endangered. 

2. The Indian pangolin is found in India and Pakistan only. 

3. They are protected under Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). 

Select the correct code from the codes given below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 3 only

d) All of them

Q2) Select the correct statement/s in context to Fresh water crocodiles

1. India has two species of freshwater crocodiles 

2. It prefers fast moving water. 

3. Now it is only found in Chambal river sanctuary

Which of the above statements are true?

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 only

d) All of them

Q3) With reference to sea cows. i. e., ‘dugong’, a mammal found in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. It is a herbivore feeding on seagrass

2. These mammals are found only in warm

coastal waters of the Indian Ocean.

3. It is listed as endangered  in the IUCN

Red List.

Select the correct answer using the code

given below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 1 and 3 only

c) 1 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

Q4) Identify the correct statement/s in context to Hoolock Gibbons. 

1. Hoolock Gibbons are the only species of apes found in India. 

2. They can live in high temperature conditions. 

3. It is found in the Southern part of India.

Which of the above statements are true?

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 only

d) All of them 

Q5) Which of the following species is/are now

extinct in the wild in India?

1. Indian Cheetah

2. Pink-headed duck

3. Dodo bird

4. Siberian crane

Select the correct answer using the code

given below.

a) 1 and 3 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 2, 3  and 4 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

Daily Dose: Complete Snapshots of Everyday News – by Shweta Mishra

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

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3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

UPSC Daily Study Plan For 2021 and 2022 || STREAK – by Ravi Ranjan

CSAT for UPSC Prelims || Free CSAT Sessions by Civilsdaily – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Which of the following can cause DNA damage and mutations in humans?

a. Absorption of UV – A and UV – B

b. Absorption of UV – B

c. Absorption of UV – A

d. Absorption of UV – A and UV – C

Q2) Consider the following statements:

1. The objective of the Minamata Convention is to protect human health and the environment from anthropogenic emissions and releases of mercury and mercury compounds.
2. The treaty also addresses the direct mining of mercury, its export and import, its safe storage and its disposal once as waste.
3. Dental fillings which use amalgam are also regulated under the convention.

Select the correct option:

a. 1 only

b. 1 and 2

c. 1 and 3

d. 1, 2 and 3

Q3) Consider the following statements about ozone hole over Arctic 

1. It has reached a maximum extension of around 1 million sq km. 
2. Recently, the German Aerospace Centre observed the closure of ozone holes mainly because of the reduced pollution levels due to covid-19 lockdown. 

Which of the above statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q4) Consider the following statements with respect to Deepor Beel Lake 

1. It is a permanent freshwater lake, in a former channel of the Brahmaputra River. 
2. It is the only wetland in Assam designated as a site of importance under Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q5) Consider the following statements with respect to Galathea National Park 

1. It is located on the island of Great Nicobar in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
2. It is an iconic nesting site in India of the enigmatic Giant Leatherback, the world’s largest marine turtle. 
3. The park is home to the indigenous Shompen community. 

Which of the statements given above are correct? 

a. 1 and 2 only 

b. 1 and 3 only 

c. 2 and 3 only 

d. 1, 2 and 3

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Most Probable Questions on Environment & Ecology – by Santosh Gupta

Q1) Which of the following are regarded as ‘Ecosystem services’?

1. Soil formation
2. Nutrient cycling
3. Habitat for wildlife
4. Climate regulation
5. Tourism 

Select the correct answer using the code

given below.

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 3, 4 and 5only

c. 1, 2 and 3 only

d. All of them

Q2) Which of the following is/are the causes of coral bleaching in India?

1. Excessive sedimentation in the reef
2. ecosystem
3. Excess nutrients like ammonia and
4. nitrates entering the reef system
5. Increased exposure to Ultraviolet (UV)
6. Radiation
7. Repeated EL- Nino and La- Nina

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1 and 3 only

b. 1, 2 and 3 only

c. 2 and 4 only

d. All of them 

Q3) Which of the following contribute in the Cultural eutrophication?

1. Excessive use of fertilisers
2. Untreated sewage
3. Detergents containing phosphorus
4. Discharge of industrial waste
5. Acid rain 

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 2, 3 and 4 only

b. 1, 2 and 4 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them 

Q4) Which of the following is/are the reasons for ozone depletion by polar stratospheric clouds?

1. They convert free radicals of halogens to oxide which then reacts with ozone causing its depletion. 
2. They remove gaseous nitric acid which reacts with oxides of halogens. 

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. 1 and 2 

d. None of them

Q5) Consider the following statements

1. The acidified ocean water leads to reduction of sulphur which may lead to decreased cloud formation and raising global temperatures. 
2. Ocean acidification occurs through the uptake of carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere only

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. 1 and 2 

d. None of them

Daily Dose: Complete Snapshots of Everyday News – by Shweta Mishra

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3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

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UPSC Daily Study Plan For 2021 and 2022 || STREAK – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Consider the following statements:

1. Tropical forests have poor soils.
2. Undergrowth in tropical forests is abundant.

Select the correct option:

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. 1 and 2

D. None

Q2) Which of the following is known as crustaceans?

1. Jellyfish
2. Crabs
3. sea anemone
4. Krill

Select the correct option:

A. 1, 3, 4

B. 1, 2, 3

C. 2 and 4

D. 3 and 4

Q3) Stockholm+50 is a high level meeting that will primarily focus on which of the following areas? 

A. Arms control and disarmament. 

B. Counter Terrorism and Cyber Security 

C. Wildlife Conservation 

D. Environmental Conservation

Q4) Consider the following statements with respect to Biological Diversity Act, 2002

1. According to the act only the central government can notify a location as Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS) in the official gazette. 
2. The State Government in consultation with the Central Government may frame rules for the management and conservation of BHS. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

A. 1 only 

B. 2 only 

C. Both 1 and 2 

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q5) Which of the following statements are correct with respect to Indian Rhino Vision (IRV) 2020? 

1. It was designed by the Rhino Task Force with a target to achieve a rhino population of 3,000. 
2. Worldwide Fund for Nature India (WWF-India) and Bodoland Territorial Council are part of this initiative. 

Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 

A. 1 only 

B. 2 only 

C. Both 1 and 2 

D. Neither 1 nor 2

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Most Probable Questions on Environment & Ecology – by Santosh Gupta

Q1) Identify the correct statement/s in context to the arctic tundra. 

1. The plants in the arctic tundra have a long life. 
2. Mammals here have small body size to avoid the loss of heat from the surface. 
3. Insects in this region have short life cycles.
4. All mammals go into hibernation in winter to avoid cold

Which of the above statements are true?

A. 1, 2 and4

B. 1, 2 and 3 

C. 1 and 3 only

D. All of them 

Q2) Which of the following statement/s is/are correct with respect to boreal forest? 

1. It is characterized by evergreen plant species. 
2. These forests are found in regions with high rainfall, long summers and short winters. 
3. The soils found here are alkaline in nature.

Which of the above statements is/are true?

A. 1 and 2 

B. 2 and 3

C. 1 only

D. All of them

Q3. Identify the correct statement/s in context to estuaries. 

1. They are located where the river meets the sea. 
2. They act as a shelter for animals. 
3. Estuaries are Ecotone

Which of the above statements are true?

A. 1 and 2 

B. 2 and 3

C. 1 only

D. All of them

Q4) Consider the following statements in context to coral reefs. 

1. They occur near the source of freshwater, which is nutrient rich. 
2. The corals are very fast growing colonies of animals. 
3. They are referred to as ‘the Tropical Rainforests of the Oceans’. 

Select the correct code from the codes given below.

Which of the above statements are true?

A. 1 and 2 

B. 2 and 3

C. 1  and 3 only

D. All of them

Q5) Consider the following statements about sea weeds and sea grasses

1. Sea grasses  are specialised marine flowering plants , while Seaweeds are a type of macroalgae
2. While sea grasses are attached to the bottom, sea weeds are floating on the surface. 
3. Both are source of carbon sink

Which of the above statements are true?

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. All of them

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UPSC Daily Study Plan For 2021 and 2022 || STREAK – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Most Probable Questions – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Nitrogen fixation is done naturally by

1. Azotobacter and anaerobic clostridium
2. Rhizobium
3. Anabaena and spirulina
4. lightning 

Pick the correct option:

A. 1 and 2

B. 1, 2 and 3

C. 2 and 4 only

D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q2) Consider the following statements:

1. A. Boreal Forest is a biome characterized by coniferous forests consisting mostly of pines, spruces, and larches.
2. B. The taiga is the world’s largest land biome.
3. C. Soils in boreal forests are usually fertile due to high decomposition activity.
4. D. The productivity and community stability of boreal forest is low.

Select the correct option:

A. 1, 2, 3

B. 1, 2, 4

C. 1, 3, 4

D. 2, 3, 4

Q3) Consider the following statements with respect to Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) 

1. It is globally identified as a tool for sustainable and integrated ocean management. 
2. It will be implemented by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) through National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR) for India. 
3. In its primary phase, India will conduct marine spatial planning in Lakshadweep and Puducherry in cooperation with Russia. 

Which of the statements given above are correct? 

A. 1 and 2 only 

B. 1 and 3 only 

C. 2 and 3 only 

D. 1, 2 and 3

Q4) Consider the following statements with respect to Platypus

1. It is one of the five species of monotremes, the only mammals that lay eggs instead of giving birth to young ones. 
2. It is endemic to South America, including Costa Rica , where it is classified as an vulnerable species 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect? 

A. 1 only 

B. 2 only 

C. Both 1 and 2 

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q5) Consider the following statements with respect to Diatom Test 

1. Diatoms are photosynthesizing algae which are found almost anywhere moist. 
2. It is used to confirm the cause of death by drowning. 
3. The test is considered positive only when the number of diatoms recovered from the body is more than a minimal established limit. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

A. 1 only 

B. 1 and 2 only 

C. 2 and 3 only 

D. 1, 2 and 3

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Most Probable Questions on Environment & Ecology – by Santosh Gupta

Q1) Identify the correct statement/s in context to the arctic tundra. 

1. The plants in the arctic tundra have a long life. 
2. Mammals here have small body size to avoid the loss of heat from the surface. 
3. Insects in this region have short life cycles.
4. All mammals go into hibernation in winter to avoid cold

Which of the above statements are true?

A. 1, 2 and4

B. 1, 2 and 3 

C. 1 and 3 only

D. All of them 

Q2) Which of the following statement/s is/are correct with respect to boreal forest? 

1. It is characterized by evergreen plant species. 
2. These forests are found in regions with high rainfall, long summers and short winters. 
3. The soils found here are alkaline in nature.

Which of the above statements is/are true?

A. 1 and 2 

B. 2 and 3

C. 1 only

D. All of them

Q3. Identify the correct statement/s in context to estuaries. 

1. They are located where the river meets the sea. 
2. They act as a shelter for animals. 
3. Estuaries are Ecotone

Which of the above statements are true?

A. 1 and 2 

B. 2 and 3

C. 1 only

D. All of them

Q4) Consider the following statements in context to coral reefs. 

1. They occur near the source of freshwater, which is nutrient rich. 
2. The corals are very fast growing colonies of animals. 
3. They are referred to as ‘the Tropical Rainforests of the Oceans’. 

Select the correct code from the codes given below.

Which of the above statements are true?

A. 1 and 2 

B. 2 and 3

C. 1  and 3 only

D. All of them

Q5) Consider the following statements about sea weeds and sea grasses

1. Sea grasses  are specialised marine flowering plants , while Seaweeds are a type of macroalgae
2. While sea grasses are attached to the bottom, sea weeds are floating on the surface. 
3. Both are source of carbon sink

Which of the above statements are true?

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. All of them

Daily Dose: Complete Snapshots of Everyday News – by Shweta Mishra

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

UPSC Daily Study Plan For 2021 and 2022 || STREAK – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Most Probable Questions – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Consider the following statements:

1. Agaricus is a form of bacteria.
2. It represents saprotrophic type of association.

Select the correct option:

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 1 and 2

d) None

Q2) Consider the following statements:

1. The first photosynthetic organisms in the evolutionary history of life used reducing agents such as hydrogen or hydrogen sulfide, rather than water, as sources of electrons in photosynthesis.
2. Cyanobacteria produced excess oxygen which contributed directly to the oxygenation of the Earth.

Identify incorrect statement in the following:

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 1 and 2

d) None

Q3) Consider the following statements with respect to Centre for Wetland Conservation and Management (CWCM) 

1. It will be established as a part of the National Centre for Sustainable Coastal Management (NCSCM). 
2. India‟s first CWCM has been established in Kolkata. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a) 1 only 

b) 2 only 

c) Both 1 and 2 

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q4) Consider the following statements about Pong Dam Wildlife Sanctuary 

1. It is located on the River Beas and in the State of Punjab. 

2. Bar Headed Geese is a flagship species in the sanctuary.

3. It is known for its flying capacity at extreme altitude i.e. heights of more than 7,000m. 

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? 

a) 1 and 2 only 

b) 2 and 3 only 

c) 1 and 3 only 

d) All of the above

Which of the following statements are incorrect with respect to Mandarin Duck 

1. It is a small-exotic bird native to East Asia. 

2. It is very rare to spot and is mentioned as critically endangered under IUCN Red list. 

Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 

a) 1 only 

b)2 only 

c) Both 1 and 2 

d) Neither 1 nor 2

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Most Probable Questions on Environment & Ecology – by Santosh Gupta

Q1) Consider the following statements:

  1. Ecology is study of relationship of organisms with each other and environment

  2. Ecosystems are larger units of organization based on structure and composition of vegetation

  3.  Biome is defined as a structural and functional unit of biosphere

  4.  Biosphere is the largest unit of ecological organisation.

Which of the above statements are correct?

a) 1&2 are correct

b) 2&3 are correct

c) 1&4 are correct

d) all of them are correct

Q2) Select the correct statement/s with regards to ecotone. 

1. It is a zone of transition. 

2. It is linear in nature

3. It is characterized by an edge effect.

4. Hot spots are a type of ecotone

Which of the above statements are true?

a) 1,2 and 3

b) 1, 2 and 4

c) 2, 3 and 4

d) All of them

Q3) Consider the following statements with respect to Ecological Niche:

1. Niche refers to functional characteristics of a species in its habitat
2. All the species in a habitat have same niche
3. The habitat plus the niche is called the ecotope
4. Niche follows competitive exclusion principle 

Which of the above statement(s) is/are true?

a) 1 & 2 are correct

b) 1 & 3 are correct

c) 1, 3 & 4 are correct

d) only 4 is correct

Q4) Which of the following is/are the characteristics of the ecological pyramid?

1. Ecological pyramid are of two types- Food and energy pyramids 

2. Species are accounted for at multiple trophic levels taking account of all the roles it plays. 

3. While food chain represents complex interactions, food web shows the linear interaction

4. Saprophytes play a key role in ecological pyramid 

Choose the correct option based on the above statements:

a) 1&2 are correct

b) 1,2 &4 are correct

c)  only 4 are correct

d) all of them are correct

Q5) Select the correct statement/s from the set of statements given below. 

1. Succession is a universal process of bidirectional change in vegetation. 

2. Succession brought about by outside forces is known as allogenic succession. 

3. The final stage of succession is called the climax community. 

Which of above statements are true?

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) All of them

Daily Dose: Complete Snapshots of Everyday News – by Shweta Mishra

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

UPSC Daily Study Plan For 2021 and 2022 || STREAK – by Ravi Ranjan

CSAT for UPSC Prelims || Free CSAT Sessions by Civilsdaily – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct with respect to Arctic Amplification.

1. The phenomenon highlights that over the past 30 years, the Arctic has warmed at roughly twice the rate as the entire globe.
2. Iodic acid (HIO3) is one of the aerosol particles responsible for Arctic Amplification or Arctic Warming.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q2) Consider the following statements with respective to Vikas Engine.

1. It is a family of Solid-propellant rocket engines which will be used in the Aditya-L1 Mission.
2. It is used in both the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV).

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect?

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q3) Consider the following statements with respect to Man Portable Antitank Guided Missile (MPATGM)

1. It is a low weight man portable missile which follows fire and forgets principle.
2. It has been developed indigenously by the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO).

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q4) Which of the following is/are the disadvantage/s of 3D Printing?

1. More time
2. Limited raw materials
3. Cybersecurity concerns
4. High cost
5. Limited size

A. 1, 4 and 5 only

B. 2, 3 and 5 only

C. 1, 2 and 4 only

D. All the above

Q5) Which of the following statement/s is/are correct with reference to “deep fakes”?

1. It refers to the practice of setting up fictitious online profiles for luring another person into a fraudulent romantic relationship.
2.  Using AI algorithms a person’s words, head movements and expressions are transferred onto another person in a seamless fashion.

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Most Probable Questions on Science & Technology by Santosh Gupta

Q1) Consider the following statements regarding PM-Science technology Innovation advisory council (STIAC):

1. It is a 20-member committee, chaired by Union Minister of Science & Technology
2. It was part of Science technology policy- 2013 but now has been reconstituted
3. The body advises the Prime Minister on all matters related to S&T, innovation and monitor the implementation as well.
4. PM-STIAC replaced the Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) to PM and Cabinet.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 1,  2 and 3 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 3 and 4 only

Q2) Which of the following statements is true regarding DNA Technology (Use and Application Bill), 2019?

1. The Bill allows for DNA testing in both civil matters and criminal matters
2. Written consent is required for DNA samples from criminals  for prosecution.
3. It allows only to make a DNA database of convicted criminals and the database to be deleted once a sentence is served. 

Select the correct code:

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 AND 3only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) ALL OF THEM

Q3) Consider the following statements with references to Digital Currencies:

1. Digital currency refers to the electronic form of fiat money issued by governments.
2. It can also be termed as a Digital Coin.
3. It is protected by strong encryption.
4. E- RUPI is one such digital currency

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

(a) 1  and 2 only

(b) 1 and 3 only

(c) 1 , 2  and 3 only

(d) 1 only

Q4) Consider the following statements regarding ‘Lymphatic Filariasis’:

1. It is considered as a ‘Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD)’.
2. It is the most disabling disease among people.
3. It is a vector-borne disease

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

(a) Only 1 and 2

(b) Only 1 and 3

(c) Only 3

(d) All of the above

Q5) Recently seen in news, consider the following statements regarding Green Hydrogen:

1. Green hydrogen is produced by electrolysis of water using renewable energy.
2. Electricity splits water into hydrogen and oxygen with Water Vapor as by product.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) None of the above

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