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Environment & Ecology2012Not Attempted

How does the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) help in protecting Indian Agriculture? 1. NBA checks the biopiracy and protects the indigenous and traditional genetic resources. 2. NBA directly monitors and supervises the scientific research on genetic modification of crop plants. 3. Application for Intellectual Property Rights related to genetic/biological resources cannot be made without the approval of NBA. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

History2012Not Attempted

The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States in the Indian Constitution is based on the scheme provided in the:

Polity & Governance2012Not Attempted

Which of the following special powers have been conferred on the Rajya Sabha by the Constitution of India?

History2012Not Attempted

The Rowlatt Act aimed at:

Geography2012Not Attempted

Which of the following is the chief characteristic of ‘mixed farming’?

Polity & Governance2012Not Attempted

Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India: 1. Securing for citizens of India a uniform civil code. 2. Organizing village Panchayats. 3. Promoting cottage industries in rural areas. 4. Securing for all the workers reasonable leisure and cultural opportunities. Which of the above are the Gandhian Principles that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy?

Science & Technology2012Not Attempted

Which of the following is/are cited by the scientists as evidence/evidence for the continued expansion of the universe? 1. Detection of microwaves in space. 2. Observation of redshift phenomenon in space. 3. Movement of asteroids in space. 4. Occurrence of supernova explosion in space. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Polity & Governance2012Not Attempted

Regarding the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements: 1. He/she holds the office during the pleasure of the President. 2. He/she need not be a member of the House at the time of his/her election but has to become a member of the House within six months from the date of his/her election. 3. If he/she intends to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the Deputy Speaker. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Environment & Ecology2012Not Attempted

Consider the following kinds of organisms 1. Bat 2. Bee 3. Bird Which of the above is/are pollinating agent/agents?

Environment & Ecology2012Not Attempted

The Government of India encourages the cultivation of ‘sea buckthorn’. What is the importance of this plant: 1. It helps in controlling soil erosion and in preventing desertification. 2. It is a rich source of biodiesel. 3. It has nutritional value and is well-adapted to live in cold areas of high altitudes. 4. Its timber is of great commercial value. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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