Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action’ often seen in the news, is(2015)
a) a strategy to tackle the regional terrorism, an outcome of a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. b) a plan of action for sustainable economic growth in the Asia-Pacific Region, an outcome of deliberations of the Asia-Pacific Economic Forum c) an agenda for women’s empowerment, an outcome of a World Conference convened by the […]
Which among the above are Nuclear Weapons States as recognized by the Treaty on the Nonproliferation of Nuclear Weapons, commonly known as Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)?(2015)
Consider the following countries 1. China 2. France 3. India 4. Israel 5. Pakistan Which among the above are Nuclear Weapons States as recognized by the Treaty on the Nonproliferation of Nuclear Weapons, commonly known as Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)?(2015) a) 1 and 2 only b) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only c) 2, 4 […]
Which one of the following best describes the main objective of ‘Seed Village Concept?
Which one of the following best describes the main objective of ‘Seed Village Concept?(2015) a) Encouraging the farmers to use their own farm seeds and discouraging them to buy the seeds from others b) Involving the farmers for training in quality seed production and thereby to make available quality seeds to others at appropriate time […]
With reference to ‘stand up India scheme’, which of the following statement is/are correct?
With reference to ‘stand up India scheme’, which of the following statement is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the code given below.(2016) a) 1 only b) 2 only c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 and 2 C Stand up India scheme promotes entrepreneurship among SC/ST and Women entrepreneurs, and facilitates at least […]
The FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)’ to traditional agricultural systems. What is the overall goal of this initiative?
The FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)’ to traditional agricultural systems. What is the overall goal of this initiative? Select the correct answer using the code given below.(2016) a) 1 and 3 only b) 2 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 B Globally Important Agricultural […]
In the context of the developments in Bioinformatics, the term ‘transcriptome’, sometimes seen in the news, refers to(2016)
In the context of the developments in Bioinformatics, the term ‘transcriptome’, sometimes seen in the news, refers to(2016) a)a range of enzymes used in genome editing b) the full range of mRNA molecules expressed by an organism c) the description of the mechanism of gene expression d) a mechanism of genetic mutations taking place in […]
Mission Indradhanush’ launched by the Government of India pertains to(2016)
Mission Indradhanush’ launched by the Government of India pertains to(2016) a) immunization of children and pregnant women b) construction of smart cities across the country c) India’s own search for the Earth-like planets in outer space d) New Educational Policy A Mission Indradhanush is a health mission of the government of India. It was launched […]
Which of the following best describes/ describe the aim of ‘Green India Mission’ of the Government of India?
Which of the following best describes/ describe the aim of ‘Green India Mission’ of the Government of India? Select the correct answer using the code given below.(2016) a) 1 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 C National Mission for a Green India or the commonly called Green […]
Project Loon’, sometimes seen in the news, is related to
Project Loon’, sometimes seen in the news, is related to(2016) a) waste management technology b) wireless communication technology c) solar power production technology d) water conservation technology B Balloons designed to extend connectivity Billions of people around the world are still without internet access. Loon is a network of balloons traveling on the edge of […]
In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, an initiative of six countries, which of the following is/are not a participant/ participants?
In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, an initiative of six countries, which of the following is/are not a participant/ participants? 1. Bangladesh 2. Cambodia 3. China 4. Myanmar 5. Thailand Select the correct answer using the code given below.(2015) a) 1 only b) 2, 3 and 4 c) 1 and 3 d) 1, 2 and 5 Answer: […]