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Mains Prelims

2016 General Studies · Set A

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'Doctors Without Borders (Medecins Sans Frontieres)', often in the news, is

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52

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With reference to an initiative called 'The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB)', which of the following statements is/are correct?1.It is an initiative hosted by UNEP, IMF and World Economic Forum.2.It is a global initiative that focuses on drawing attention to the economic benefits of biodiversity.3.It presents an approach that can help decision-makers recognize, demonstrate and capture the value of ecosystems and biodiversity.Select the correct answer using the code given below

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53

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With reference to 'Red Sanders', sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements:1.It is a tree species found in a part of South India.2.It is one of the most important trees in the tropical rain forest areas of South India.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Which of the following statements is/are correct? Proper design and effective implementation of UN-REDD+ Programme can significantly contribute to1.Protection of biodiversity2.Resilience of forest ecosystems3.Poverty reductionSelect the correct answer using the code given below

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55

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What is 'Greenhouse Gas Protocol'?

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56

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With reference to 'Financial Stability and Development Council', consider the following statements:1.It is an organ of NITI Aayog.2.It is headed by the Union Finance Minister.3.It monitors macroprudential supervision of the economy.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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57

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With reference to 'Agenda 21', sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements:1.It is a global action plan for sustainable development.2.It originated in the World Summit on Sustainable Development held in Johannesburg in 2002.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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58

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Satya Shodhak Samaj organized

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59

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Which of the following statements is/are correct? Viruses can infect1.bacteria2.fungi3.plantsSelect the correct answer using the code given below

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60

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The term 'Base Erosion and Profit Shifting' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of

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61

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Recently, India's first 'National Investment and Manufacturing Zone' was proposed to be set up in

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62

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What is/are the purpose/purposes of 'District Mineral Foundations' in India?1.Promoting mineral exploration activities in mineral-rich districts2.Protecting the interests of the persons affected by mining operations3.Authorizing State Governments to issue licenses for mineral explorationSelect the correct answer using the code given below

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63

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'SWAYAM', an initiative of the Government of India, aims at

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64

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The Montague-Chelmsford Proposals were related to

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65

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What is/are common to the two historical places known as Ajanta and Mahabalipuram?1.Both were built in the same period.2.Both belong to the same religious denomination.3.Both have rock-cut monuments.Select the correct answer using the code given below

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66

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With reference to 'Bitcoins', sometimes seen in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct?1.Bitcoins are tracked by the Central Banks of the countries.2.Anyone with a Bitcoin address can send and receive Bitcoins from anyone else with a Bitcoin address.3.Online payments can be sent without either side knowing the identity of the other.Select the correct answer using the code given below

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67

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Consider the following statements:1.New Development Bank has been set up by APEC.2.The headquarters of New Development Bank is in Shanghai.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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68

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'Gadgil Committee Report' and 'Kasturirangan Committee Report', sometimes seen in the news, are related to

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69

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Consider the following:1.Calcutta Unitarian Committee2.Tabernacle of New Dispensation3.Indian Reform AssociationKeshab Chandra Sen is associated with the establishment of which of the above?

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70

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Which of the following is not a member of 'Gulf Cooperation Council'?

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71

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What is/are the purpose/purposes of Government's 'Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme' and 'Gold Monetization Scheme'?1.To bring the idle gold lying with Indian households into the economy.2.To promote FDI in the gold and jewellery sector.3.To reduce India's dependence on gold imports.Select the correct answer using the code given below

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72

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'Belt and Road Initiative' is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of

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73

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Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana is aimed at

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In which of the following regions of India are shale gas resources found?1.Cambay Basin2.Cauvery Basin3.Krishna-Godavari BasinSelect the correct answer using the code given below

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'Global Financial Stability Report' is prepared by the

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