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1. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Brahmos, consider the following statements:
- It is a ramjet subsonic missile.
- It can be launched from submarine and ships only.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
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The BrahMos is a medium-range ramjet supersonic cruise missile. Thus, statement 1 is incorrect.
It can be launched from submarine, ships, aircraft, or land. It is the fastest supersonic cruise missile in the world. Thus, statement 2 is incorrect.
It is based on the Russian P-800 Oniks cruise missile and other similar sea-skimming Russian cruise missile technology. The name BrahMos is a portmanteau formed from the names of two rivers, the Brahmaputra of India and the Moskva of Russia. Russia supplies 65% of the BrahMos’ components, including its ramjet engine and radar seeker.
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The BrahMos is a medium-range ramjet supersonic cruise missile. Thus, statement 1 is incorrect.
It can be launched from submarine, ships, aircraft, or land. It is the fastest supersonic cruise missile in the world. Thus, statement 2 is incorrect.
It is based on the Russian P-800 Oniks cruise missile and other similar sea-skimming Russian cruise missile technology. The name BrahMos is a portmanteau formed from the names of two rivers, the Brahmaputra of India and the Moskva of Russia. Russia supplies 65% of the BrahMos’ components, including its ramjet engine and radar seeker.
- Question 2 of 6
2. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following operation has been launched in order to fight against wildlife crime?
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In a major success in the fight against wildlife crime, Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB), Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, coordinated “OPERATION THUNDER BIRD” in India, from January 30-February 19, 2017. Operation Thunderbird is the code-name for INTERPOL’s multi-national and multi-species enforcement operation.
The operation brought about a unanimous approach by the state enforcement agencies in the fight against wildlife crime in the country.
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In a major success in the fight against wildlife crime, Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB), Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, coordinated “OPERATION THUNDER BIRD” in India, from January 30-February 19, 2017. Operation Thunderbird is the code-name for INTERPOL’s multi-national and multi-species enforcement operation.
The operation brought about a unanimous approach by the state enforcement agencies in the fight against wildlife crime in the country.
- Question 3 of 6
3. Question
1 pointsWith reference Dr Ambedkar scheme for social Integration through inter caste marriage, consider the following statement:
- Condition that the total income of the couples must not exceed Rs 5 lakh per annum is removed.
- It is now mandatory for couples to have their Aadhaar cards.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
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Earlier, the ‘Dr Ambedkar scheme for social Integration through inter caste marriage was meant for couples whose income was below Rs 5 lakh per annum. But now the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment directed the states that the condition that the total income of the couples will not exceed Rs 5 lakh per annum is to be removed. Thus, statement 1 is correct.
The ministry also made it mandatory that such couples must have their Aadhaar cards and their bank accounts should be linked with their Aadhaar numbers. Thus, statement 2 is correct.
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Earlier, the ‘Dr Ambedkar scheme for social Integration through inter caste marriage was meant for couples whose income was below Rs 5 lakh per annum. But now the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment directed the states that the condition that the total income of the couples will not exceed Rs 5 lakh per annum is to be removed. Thus, statement 1 is correct.
The ministry also made it mandatory that such couples must have their Aadhaar cards and their bank accounts should be linked with their Aadhaar numbers. Thus, statement 2 is correct.
- Question 4 of 6
4. Question
1 pointsWith reference to “Akash Missile”, recently in news, which of the following statement is/are correct?
- It is Supersonic surface-to-surface missile with indigenous radio frequency seeker.
- It is an all-weather area air defence weapon system
- The system is designed to neutralise multiple aerial targets attacking from several directions simultaneously.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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Statement 1 is incorrect. It is Supersonic surface-to-Air missile with indigenous radio frequency seeker was recently test fired from a test range in Odisha.
Statement 2 is correct. It is an all-weather area air defence weapon system for defending vulnerable areas against medium range air targets penetrating from low, medium and high altitudes.
Statement 3 is correct. The system is designed to neutralise multiple aerial targets attacking from several directions simultaneously.Incorrect
Statement 1 is incorrect. It is Supersonic surface-to-Air missile with indigenous radio frequency seeker was recently test fired from a test range in Odisha.
Statement 2 is correct. It is an all-weather area air defence weapon system for defending vulnerable areas against medium range air targets penetrating from low, medium and high altitudes.
Statement 3 is correct. The system is designed to neutralise multiple aerial targets attacking from several directions simultaneously. - Question 5 of 6
5. Question
1 pointsWith reference to “Okarito kiwi birds”, recently in news, which of the following statement is/are correct?
1. The IUCN has upgraded the status of Okarito kiwi vulnerable to endangered.
2. These birds belong to New Zealand.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.Correct
Statement 1 is incorrect. The International Union for the Conservation of Nature has upgraded the status of Okarito kiwi and Northern Brown kiwi from endangered to vulnerable. The number of Okarito kiwi has risen from 160 in 1995 to 400-450 now, and Northern Brown kiwi numbers are also climbing.
Statement 2 is correct. It is found on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island.Incorrect
Statement 1 is incorrect. The International Union for the Conservation of Nature has upgraded the status of Okarito kiwi and Northern Brown kiwi from endangered to vulnerable. The number of Okarito kiwi has risen from 160 in 1995 to 400-450 now, and Northern Brown kiwi numbers are also climbing.
Statement 2 is correct. It is found on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island. - Question 6 of 6
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements
1. It is ultra-light yet immensely tough
2. It is a superb conductor and can act as a perfect barrier – not even helium can pass through it.
3. It is stronger than steel, but it is incredibly flexible.
Which of the above statement is/are included under the properties of Graphene.Correct
Statement 1 is correct. It is ultra-light yet immensely tough
Statement 2 is correct. It is a superb conductor and can act as a perfect barrier – not even helium can pass through it.
Statement 3 is correct. It is stronger than steel, but it is incredibly flexible.Incorrect
Statement 1 is correct. It is ultra-light yet immensely tough
Statement 2 is correct. It is a superb conductor and can act as a perfect barrier – not even helium can pass through it.
Statement 3 is correct. It is stronger than steel, but it is incredibly flexible.
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