05-01-2021 MCQs Test

1. Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Antarctic programme:

1. India has three operational research stations in Antarcticanamed Dakshin Gangotri, Maitri, and Bharati.
2. The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) manages the entire programme.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

2. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Deepor Beel?

1. It is a wetland on the south-western edge of Nagaland.
2. It was designated a Ramsar site in 2002 for sustaining a range of aquatic life.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

3. Consider the following statements regarding the India Meteorological Department (IMD):

1. It is an agency of the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
2. It is responsible for meteorological observations, and seismology.
3. It is one of the six Regional Specialised Meteorological Centres of the World Meteorological Organization.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

4. Read the following description and identify the following city from the options:

It was built in 1610 by Malik Ambar of the Nijamshahi dynasty.An inscription in the Kanheri caves refers to the city being called Raj Tadag (royal lake). Another name of the city is Khujista Buniyad (auspicious foundation) during the period of Aurangzeb.

5. The status of Indian Pangolin under IUCN Red List is:

6. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Budget Session?

1. This session every year starts with the President’s Address to both Houses.
2. It is the shortest session of all.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

7. Consider the following statements regarding the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) :

1. It is charged with the maintenance of international peace and security.
2. It is the only UN body with the authority to issue non-binding resolutions to all countries.
3. Its presidency rotates yearly among its members.

Which of the above statements are correct?

8. Who has the power to transfer a subject from the State List to Union List for a specified period?

9. What is the anti-defection law?

10. What is Gig Economy?