How many of the above activities are often considered and discussed for carbon capture and sequestration?
Consider the following activities: 1. Spreading finely ground basalt rock on farmlands extensively 2. Increasing the alkalinity of oceans by adding lime 3. Capturing carbon dioxide released by various industries and pumping it into abandoned subterranean mines in the form of carbonated waters How many of the above activities are often considered and discussed for […]
Aerial metagenomics best refers to which one of the following situations?
‘Aerial metagenomics’ best refers to which one of the following situations? (a) Collecting DNA samples from air in a habitat at one go (b) Understanding the genetic makeup of avian species of a habitat (c) Using air-borne devices to collect blood animals samples from moving (d) Sending drones to inaccessible areas to collect plant and […]
UPSC Prelims 2023 Question Paper & Answer Key (GS Paper -2)
The UPSC Prelims Exam for 2023 is set to take place on May 28th, 2023 (Sunday). Given that the official answer key is only published by UPSC after the final results are announced, aspirants are in need of a trustworthy and accurate source to evaluate their performance in the IAS Prelims exam. The “UPSC IAS Answer Key” can […]
How many of the above statements are correct?
Consider the following statements: 1. Recently, all the countries of the United Nations have adopted the first-ever compact for international migration, the ‘Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM)’. 2. The objectives and commitments stated in the GCM are binding on the UN member countries. 3. The GCM addresses internal migration or internally […]
Consider the following statements in respect of the 44th Chess Olympiad, 2022
Consider the following statements in respect of the 44th Chess Olympiad, 2022 : 1. It was the first time that Chess Olympiad was held in India. 2. The official mascot was named Thambi’. 3. The trophy for the winning team in the open section is the Vera Menchik Cup. 4. The trophy for the winning […]
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements: Statement-1: Recently, the United States of America (USA) and the European Union (EU) have launched the Trade and Technology Council’. Statement-II : The USA and the EU claim that through this they are trying to bring technological progress and physical productivity under their control. Which one of the following is correct […]
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements: Statement-I : Switzerland is one of the leading exporters of gold in terms of value. Statement-II : Switzerland has the second largest gold reserves in the world. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the […]
Consider the following statements in respect of the Constitution Day
Consider the following statements in respect of the Constitution Day Statement-1: The Constitution Day is celebrated on 26th November every year to promote constitutional values among citizens. Statement-11: On 26th November, 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B R. Ambedkar to prepare a Draft Constitution […]
Consider the following statements in respect of the National Flag of India according to the Flag Code of India, 2002
Consider the following statements in respect of the National Flag of India according to the Flag Code of India, 2002: Statement-I : One of the standard sizes of the National Flag is 600 mm x 400 mm Statement-II : The ratio of the length to the height (width) of the Flag shall be 3:2. Which […]
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements Statement I- 7th August is declared as the National Handloom Day. Statement-II : In 1905, it was on the same day Swadeshi Movement was launched Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-2 are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation […]