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  • 11 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) Exercise Nomadic Elephant is an annual bilateral exercise since 2006 designed to strengthen the partnership between Indian Army and which of the following countries?

    a) Thailand

    b) Mongolia

    c) Myanmar

    d) Malaysia

    Inspired by: [pib] INDO-XX  joint exercise Nomadic Elephant-2018

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-indo-mongolia-joint-exercise-nomadic-elephant-2018/

     

    Q.2) With reference to the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI), which of the given statements is/are correct?

    1. It is the nodal agency for the enforcement of rules that specify how wild animals can be depicted in films and television programmes.
    2. It was established in 1962 under Section 4 of The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act,1960.
    3. Veteran classical dancer Rukmini Devi Arundale was instrumental in setting up the board and was its first chair.

    Select the correct codes from the following options:

    a) 1 and 3

    b) Only 1

    c) 2 and 3

    d) All are correct.

    Inspired by: Animals in Wrong Role

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/animals-in-wrong-role/

     

    Q.3) The Lippa-Asra Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which of the following states?

    a) Sikkim

    b) Meghalaya

    c) Jammu and Kashmir

    d) Himachal Pradesh

    Inspired by: Elusive snow leopard spotted in XX wildlife sanctuary

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/elusive-snow-leopard-spotted-in-himachal-wildlife-sanctuary/

     

    Q.4) Recently the “Ocean Cleanup Project” team has headed to the  Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Which of the following organisations is the nodal agency for this Project?

    a) UNFCCC

    b) WHO

    c) Green Peace

    d) None of the above.

    Inspired by: Ocean Cleanup team heads to the Pacific

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/ocean-cleanup-team-heads-to-the-pacific/

    Q.5) MCA21 was recently seen in news is a-

    a) Governing body of Mumbai Cricket Association

    b) E-governance Portal

    c) Rapid Action Force against Shell Companies

    d) Indian GPS Service Provider

    Inspired by: Govt plans geo-tagging to crackdown on shell companies

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/govt-plans-geo-tagging-to-crackdown-on-shell-companies/

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  • 10 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) With reference to the World Summit on Accreditation (WOSA) 2018, which of the following statements is/are correct?

    1. It is organised by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).
    2. It is held annually to provide platform to stakeholders to share their knowledge and information on accreditation.

    Select the correct codes from the following options:

    a) Both 1 and 2

    b) Only 1

    c) Only 2

    d) None of the above

    Inspired by: [pib] Union HRD Ministry Inaugurates 4th World Summit on Accreditation (WOSA-2018)

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-union-hrd-ministry-inaugurates-4th-world-summit-on-accreditation-wosa-2018/

    Q.2) With reference to the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty, which of the given statements is/are correct?

    1. The CTBT is a multilateral treaty that bans all nuclear explosions only for military purposes in all environments.
    2. India is a signatory to the treaty and has ratified it in 2015.

    Select the correct codes from the following options:

    a) Both 1 and 2

    b) Only 1

    c) Only 2

    d) None of the above

    Inspired by: UN Chief appeals for Ratification of CTBT to India and US

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/un-chief-appeals-for-ratification-of-ctbt-to-india-and-us/

    Q.3) The Debt Recovery Tribunals were established to facilitate the debt recovery involving banks and other financial institutions with their customers. With respect to the DRTS consider the following statements:

    1. The pecuniary limit for filing application for recovery of debts in the Debts Recovery Tribunals is Rs 20 lakh.
    2. DRTs were established under the provisions of Securitization and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interests (SARFAESI) Act, 2002.
    3. A DRT is presided over by a presiding officer who is appointed by the central govt. and who shall be qualified to be a District Judge; with tenure of 5 years or the age of 62, whichever is earlier.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) 1 and 2

    b) 2 and 3

    c) 1 and 3

    d) All are correct.

    Inspired by: Limit for filing cases in Debt Recovery Tribunal doubled

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/limit-for-filing-cases-in-debt-recovery-tribunal-doubled/

    Q.4) International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID) is headquartered in-

    a) New Delhi

    b) Kathmandu

    c) Nairobi

    d) New York

    Inspired by: Heritage tag for 2 irrigation facilities in Telangana

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/heritage-tag-for-2-irrigation-facilities-in-telangana/

    Q.5) Mission Vidya, the month-long remedial teaching programme targeting more than 200,000 Class VI-VIII children with poor achievements in reading, writing and mathematics is organised by which of the following states?

    a) Madhya Pradesh

    b) Gujarat

    c) Chhattisgarh

    d) Bihar

    Inspired by: Mission Vidya: teachers as missionaries

    Livemint

     

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  • 8 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) Recently the Cabinet has given its nod to turn the Pradhan Mantri JanDhan Yojana (PMJDY) into an open-ended scheme with certain additional features. Consider the following statements about the PMJDY:

    1. The Centre has increased the Overdraft limit to ₹10,000 from the existing ₹5,000.
    2. The age range for availing the OD facility has been revised from the 18-60 years to 18-65 years.
    3. The accident insurance cover for new RuPay cardholders has been raised to ₹10 lakh.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) 1 and 2

    c) 2 and 3

    d) All are correct.

    Inspired by: JanDhan Yojana made an open-ended scheme

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/jandhan-yojana-made-an-open-ended-scheme/

     

    Q.2) PISA, the Programme for International Student Assessment is organised by which of the following international group/body?

    a) UNESCO

    b) OPEC

    c) OECD

    d) G5

    Inspired by: India agrees to end PISA boycott, to participate in 2021

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/india-agrees-to-end-pisa-boycott-to-participate-in-2021/

    Q.3) Consider the following pairs:

    1. Muthappan Cruise- Valapattanam River
    2. Theyyam Cruise- Valapattanam River
    3. Mangrove Cruise- Kuppam River

    Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?

    a) Only 1

    b) 2 and 3

    c) 1 and 2

    d) All are correct

    Inspired by: Tourism Ministry sanctions new projects in Kerala under Swadesh Darshan

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/tourism-ministry-sanctions-new-projects-in-kerala-under-swadesh-darshan/

    Q.4) Recently, India and France have signed an implementation agreement on “MOBILISE YOUR CITY” (MYC) Programme of the European Union. The MYC programme was set on the sidelines of which of the following meetings/summit?

    a) COP 21, Paris

    b) COP 23, Bonn

    c) COP 11, Montreal

    d) COP 22, Marrakesh

    Inspired by: [pib] India and France sign an implementation agreement on “MOBILISE YOUR CITY” (MYC)

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-india-and-france-sign-an-implementation-agreement-on-mobilise-your-city-myc/

    Q.5) With reference to the Communications Compatibility and Security Agreement (COMCASA), which was recently signed by India and the US, consider the following statements:

    1. COMCASA will allow two countries to share high end encrypted communication and satellite data.
    2. When a US warship or aircraft detects a Chinese warship or submarine, the Indian Navy will now get to know instantly through the transmission of secure encrypted data to a receiver installed in New Delhi.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) None of the above

    Inspired by: [op-ed snap] 2+2 = ?: On India-US defence relationship

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-22-on-india-us-defence-relationship/

     

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  • 7 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) With reference to the Genetically Modified mustard (GM mustard) developed in India, consider the following statements:

    1. GM mustard has the genes of a soil bacterium that give the plant the property of pest-resistance to a wide variety of pests.
    2. GM mustard has the genes that allow the plant cross-pollination and hybridization.
    3. GM mustard has been developed jointly by the IARI and Punjab Agricultural University.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (CSP-2018)

    a) 1 and 3 only

    b) 2 only

    c) 2 and 3 only

    d) 1, 2 and 3

    Inspired by: GM mustard trials may get nod soon

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/gm-mustard-trials-may-get-nod-soon/

     

    Q.2) Bharat Ke Veer, a fund-raising portal for the family of Martyrs is an initiative of –

    a) Ministry of Defense

    b) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment

    c) Ministry of Home Affairs

    d) PMO

    Inspired by: Govt. grants ‘trust’ status to ‘Bharat Ke Veer’ initiative

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/govt-grants-trust-status-to-bharat-ke-veer-initiative/

     

    Q.3) With reference to the bilateral military partnership between India and the US, consider the following agreements and the year of signing them:

    1. Communications Compatibility and Security Agreement (COMCASA) – 2018
    2. Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA) -2016
    3. General Security of Military Information Agreement (GSOMIA) -2002
    4. Industrial Security Annex (ISA) – 2000

    Which of the given pairs is/are correctly matched?

    a) All of the above

    b) 1 2 4

    c) 1 3 4

    d) 1 2 3

    Inspired by: India signs landmark defence pact with U.S.

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/india-signs-landmark-defence-pact-with-u-s/

    Q.4) Recently Google has launched Dataset Search Engine, particularly for-

    a) Scientists

    b) Diplomats

    c) Software developers

    d) Marines

    Inspired by: Google’s new data search engine is here

    The Hindu

     

    Q.5) The Doha Declaration is related to which of the following issues?

    a) Geographical Indication

    b) Licensing of Drugs

    c) Curbing the menace of TB

    d) Patients Rights

    Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Ending TB

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-ending-tb/

     

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  • 6 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1)  “Gandhiji expressed his views on education through a series of articles in ‘Harijan’ in June 31, 1937, which later on developed into the Wardha Scheme of Basic Education. It emphasizes that the process of schooling could be made self supporting by imparting education through a useful and productive craft. Gandhiji considered this as to create a new way of life and a key to provide free and compulsory primary education. “

    This vision is imbibed in which of the following initiatives of Government of India?

    a) Skill India Mission

    b) INSPIRE programme

    c) Experiential Learning – Nai Talim

    d) Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana

    Inspired by: [pib] Union HRD Minister releases the curriculum on Experiential Learning – Gandhijis Nai Talim

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-union-hrd-minister-releases-the-curriculum-on-experiential-learning-gandhijis-nai-talim/

    Q.2) Recently the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved continuation of the Centrally Sponsored Umbrella Scheme of Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats (CSS-IDWH) beyond the 12thPlan period from 2017-18 to 2019-20.

    Which of the sub-schemes are not included in the Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats?

    1. Project Tiger
    2. Development of Wildlife Habitats
    3. Project Elephant

    Select the correct codes:

    a) Only 2

    b) Only 3

    c) 2 and 3

    d) None of the above

    Inspired by: [pib] Cabinet approves continuation of Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats Scheme beyond 12th Plan

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-cabinet-approves-continuation-of-integrated-development-of-wildlife-habitats-scheme-beyond-12th-plan/

    Q.3) With reference to the bilateral trade between India and the US, Consider the following statements:

    1. India has a deficit of $23 billion in trade with America.
    2. India imports Oil and Gas from the US along with Military Equipments from the US.
    3. India has been accorded the GSP by the US to promote economic development by allowing duty-free entry for Indian Exports to US.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) 2 and 3

    c) 1 and 2

    d) All of the above.

    Inspired by: US announces GSP eligibility review of India

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/trade-talks-stuck-as-u-s-presses-oil-aircraft-sales-to-india/

     

    Q.4) Lehman Crisis is sometimes seen in news is related to which of the following issues?

    a) Bankruptcy

    b) Domestic currency depreciation

    c) Rise in crude oil prices

    d) Increase in Solar Power Tariff

    Inspired by: How the world has changed since Lehman crisis

    Live Mint

     

    Q.5) Hope Mars Mission, recently announced is the first mission by an Arab country to send an unmanned probe to orbit Mars by 2021. Which of the following countries is associated with the Hope Mars Mission?

    a) Saudi Arabia

    b) UAE

    c) Oman

    d) Qatar

    Inspired by: XXXXXX to send two astronauts to space

    The Hindu

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  • 5 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) With reference to the deadly “Superbug” Staphylococcus Epidermidis, which of the given statements is/are correct?

    1. It is a parasitic infection on skin caused due certain type of bed bugs.
    2. It also occurs as fleas on the bodies of cattle and other bovines.
    3. It commonly infects the elderly or patients who have had prosthetic materials implanted, such as catheters and joint replacements.

    Select the correct codes from the following options:

    a)1 and 2

    b) 2 and 3

    c) 1 only

    d) 3 only

    Inspired by: Drug-resistant superbug spreading in hospitals

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/drug-resistant-superbug-spreading-in-hospitals/

    Q.2) Banking Ombudsman Scheme is a mechanism created by the RBI to address the complaints raised by bank customers. Consider the following statements about the Scheme:

    1. It is run by the RBI directly to ensure customer protection in the banking industry.
    2. The Banking Ombudsman is a senior official appointed by the Reserve Bank of India itself.
    3. Only Scheduled Commercial Banks are covered under the scheme.

    Which of the given statements is/are not correct?

    a) 1 and 3

    b) 2 and 3

    c) 2 only

    d) 3 only

    Inspired by: Reserve Bank tightens Ombudsman Scheme

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/reserve-bank-tightens-ombudsman-scheme/

    Q.3) With respect to the election campaigning and advertisement in India through Social Media, consider the following statements:

    1. Presently candidates have to declare their official social media accounts to EC while filing their application.
    2. The ECI is the nodal body for pre-certification of advertisements of a political nature, released by either an individual or an organisation.
    3. As soon as someone is declared a candidate for any election, all the money spent by the person for campaigning gets added as election expenditure.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) All of the above

    b) 1 and 2

    c) 2 and 3

    d) 1 and 3

    Inspired by: Google to help EC track online political ads

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/google-to-help-ec-track-online-political-ads/

    Q.4) With reference to the cultivation of Coffee in India, consider the following statements:

    1. Arabica and Robusta are the indigenous breeds of coffee cultivated in India.
    2. Kerala is the leading producer of coffee in India, followed by Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
    3. Coffee Board of India is an organisation managed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Husbandry of the government of India to promote coffee production in India.

    Which of the given statements is are incorrect?

    a) All of the above

    b) 1 and 2

    c) 2 and 3

    d) 1 and 3

    Inspired by: [pib] Technology Initiatives for Coffee Stakeholders

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-technology-initiatives-for-coffee-stakeholders/

    Q.5) The Private Banks Index measures the performance of private banks listed in India is launched by-

    a) Asia Index Pvt. Ltd

    b) Moodys

    c) JP Morgan and Chase

    d) Crisil

    Inspired by: Economic Times

     

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  • 4 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) Which of the following states is/are member of ASEANS’s East Asia Summit?

    1. Australia
    2. India
    3. Japan
    4. New Zealand
    5. Republic of Korea
    6. Russian Federation

    Select the correct code from the following options:

    a) 2, 3, 5

    b) 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

    c) 1, 2, 3, 4

    d) All of the above

    Inspired by: [pib] 6th East Asia Summit and 15th India-ASEAN Economic Ministers Meeting, Singapore

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-6th-east-asia-summit-and-15th-india-asean-economic-ministers-meeting-singapore/

     

    Q.2) Exercise IOWave18 was recently held to increase tsunami preparedness, evaluate response capabilities and improve coordination throughout the country. Consider the following statements about IOWave18:

    1. It is organised by the World Meteorological Organisation.
    2. It has been held in India, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and Japan only.
    3. The exercise would involve the evacuation of more than 1, 25,000 people from the Tsunami Prone areas of India.

    Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?

    a) All of the above

    b) 1 and 2

    c) 2 and 3

    d) 3 only

    Inspired by: India to take part in tsunami mock drill

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/india-to-take-part-in-tsunami-mock-drill/

     

    Q.3) Shimla Crisis was recently seen in news is related to which of the following issues?

    a) Excessive floods and Cloud bursting

    b) Drinking Water Crisis

    c) Bacterial Contamination of Ground-Water

    d) Lowering of Ground-water table

    Inspired by: Panel urges plan to save Himalayan springs

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/panel-urges-plan-to-save-himalayan-springs/

     

    Q.4) With context to the Online sale of Drugs in India as per the draft rules on sale of drugs on e-pharmacy, consider the following statements:

    1. Firms/Persons/Portals have to be mandatorily registered with the central authority.
    2. The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) is the nodal agency for Licensing.
    3. Sale of tranquillizers, psychotropic drugs, narcotics and habit forming drugs has been prohibited through these portals.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) All are correct.

    b) 1 and 2

    c) 2 and 3

    d) 3 only

    Inspired by: Health Ministry comes out with draft rules on sale of drugs by e-pharmacy

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/health-ministry-comes-out-with-draft-rules-on-sale-of-drugs-by-e-pharmacy/

    Q.5) Military Exercise Rapid Trident was recently held with NATO by which of the following Countries?

    1. Ukraine
    2. Turkey
    3. Italy
    4. Mongolia

    Inspired by:  The Hindu

     

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  • 3 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to the “Pravah” Mobile App for E-learning:

    1. It is developed by Ministry of HRD.
    2. With the help of this app anybody can learn Hindi through his mother tongue.

     Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) None of the above.

    Inspired by: [pib] First review meeting of Department of Official Language

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-first-review-meeting-of-department-of-official-language/

     

    Q.2) With reference to the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, consider the following statements:

    1. All States enjoy the traditional freedoms of navigation, overflight, scientific research and fishing on the high seas.
    2. The international zone of marine waters belongs to no country.
    3. US is a signatory to the convention.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 3

    b) 1 and 3

    c) 1 and 2

    d) All are incorrect

    Inspired by: UN begins talks on treaty to protect imperilled High Seas

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/un-begins-talks-on-treaty-to-protect-imperilled-high-seas/

     

    Q.3) A public credit registry is an information repository that collects all loan information of individuals and corporate borrowers. In context to the Public Credit Registry of India, consider the following statements:

    1. It will be set up by the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India.
    2. It will take into account only natural persons and not legal person.

    Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?

    a) None of the above

    b) Only 1

    c) Only 2

    d) Both 1 and 2

    Inspired by: Why is a Public Credit Registry important?

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/why-is-a-public-credit-registry-important/

     

    Q.4) Biosimilars are-

    1. Biosimilars are the generic versions of medicines made from animal or plant proteins as opposed to chemicals.
    2. They are useful in treating certain types of cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple sclerosis
    3. Biologics are notable for targeting the underlying causes of diseases as opposed to just the symptoms, with fewer side effects

    Select the correct alternatives:

    a) All are correct.

    b) Only 1

    c) 1 and 2

    d) 2 and 3

    Inspired by: [op-ed snap] The need for growth in Indian Biosimilars

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-the-need-for-growth-in-indian-biosimilars/

     

    Q.5) Recently Sinamale Bridge was inaugurated by China in which of the following Asian Countries?

    a) Myanmar

    b) Laos

    c) Maldives

    d) Sri Lanka

    Inspired by: India boycotts inauguration of China-funded Bridge

    Times of India

     

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  • 1 September 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) Krishna Kutir, a special home for 1000 widows was recently set up at Vrindavan, Mathura under Swadhar Greh scheme. Which of the following statements about Krishna Kutir is/are correct?

    1. It is an initiative of Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
    2. It is constructed by National Building Construction Corporation (NBCC).

    Select the correct codes from the following options:

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) None of the above.

    Inspired by: [pib] Krishna Kutir, a home for 1000 widows inaugurated

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-krishna-kutir-a-home-for-1000-widows-inaugurated/

    Q.2) Babloo Chauhan vs. State Govt. of NCT of Delhi case is related to which of the following Issue?

    a) Wrongful Prosecution

    b) State Specific nature of Reservation

    c) Adultery Prohibition

    d) Pregnancy Termination

    Inspired by: [pib] Law commission submits report on “Wrongful Prosecution (Miscarriage of Justice): Legal Remedies”

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-law-commission-submits-report-on-wrongful-prosecution-miscarriage-of-justice-legal-remedies/

    Q.3) With reference to the Census of India consider the following statements:

    1. The Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner is designated under Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation.
    2. 2021 census will be conducted by trained enumerators.
    3. The census will start with “house listing” in 2020 and the headcount will begin from February 2021.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) 1 and 2

    c) 2 and 3

    d) All are correct

    Inspired by: Census 2021 to collect OBC data, use maps

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/census-2021-to-collect-obc-data-use-maps/

    Q.4) Kathmandu Declaration is related to which of the following International agency?

    a) ASEAN

    b) SAARC

    c) BIMSTEC

    d) Asia Cooperation Dialogue

    Inspired by: Kathmandu Declaration to Root out Terror

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/kathmandu-declaration-to-root-out-terror/

     

    Q.5) Recently the Singphan Elephant Reserve was declared as India’s 30th Elephant reserve.

    This reserve is located in which of the following states?

    a) Nagaland

    b) West Bengal

    c) Jharkhand

    d) Tripura

    Inspired by: Singphan wildlife sanctuary declared 30th elephant reserve of the country

    Business Standard

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  • 31 August 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) With reference to the Shale gas exploration in India, consider the following statements:

    1. The Directorate General of Hydrocarbons (DGH) is the nodal agency.
    2. No clearances as per the Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) process are required for the Fracking activities in the shale gas exploration.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Both 1 and 2

    b) Only 1

    c) Only 2

    d) None of the above.

    Inspired by: [op-ed snap] The shale gas challenge

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-the-shale-gas-challenge/

     

    Q.2) A recent census has revealed that the population of the Nilgiri tahr has grown by an impressive 18% in the last two years, from 480 to 568. Which of the statements about the Nilgiri Tahr is/are correct?

    1. It has “Critically Endangered” status as per IUCN Red List.
    2. It is endemic to Nilgiri Hills only.
    3. Eravikulam National Park is home to the largest population of this Tahr.

    Select the correct codes from the following options:

    a) 1 and 2

    b) 2 and 3

    c) 1 and 3

    d) All are correct.

    Inspired by: The Nilgiri tahr climbs population charts

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/the-nilgiri-tahr-climbs-population-charts/

     

    Q.3) Cystisus scoparius and Gorse are the names of which of the following biotic/abiotic elements?

    a) Exotic Weeds

    b) Invasive Alien Species of Pests

    c) Medicinal Plants

    d) Animal fodder plants

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    Q.4) The mainstream Brahmaputra River does NOT flow through which of the following states?

    1. Mizoram
    2. Meghalaya
    3. Assam
    4. Sikkim

    Select the correct codes:

    a) 1, 2, 3

    b) 1, 2, 4

    c) 1 and 4

    d) 2 and 4

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    Q.5) Exercise KAKADU 2018 is recently held in which of the following countries?

    a) Indonesia

    b) Russia

    c) Australia

    d) Myanmar

    Inspired by: [pib] Indian Naval ship Sahyadri reaches Darwin, Australia for exercise KAKADU 2018

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-indian-naval-ship-sahyadri-reaches-darwin-australia-for-exercise-kakadu-2018/

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