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📆 October 18, 2024

Total Questions: 37

11. Which of the following state has largest area of teak forest in India? [M.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2020]

Correct Answer: (d) Madhya Pradesh
Solution:According to ISFR 2021 Madhya Pradesh has largest area of teak forest (19.36%). It has been published by the Forest Survey of India (FSI) on a biennial basis since 1987. It carries out an in-depth assessment of the forest and tree resources of the country based on interpretation of Remote Sensing satellite data and field based National Forest Inventory (NFI). The report contains information on forest cover, tree cover, mangrove cover, growing stock, carbon stock in India's forests, instances of forest fire, Agroforestry, etc

12. Recently, there was a growing awareness in our country about the importance of Himalayan nettle (Girardinia diversifolia) because it is found to be a sustainable source of: [I.A.S. (Pre) 2019]

Correct Answer: (d) Textile fibre
Solution:Himalayan nettle (Girardinia diversifolia) is a fiber-yielding plant. In Himalayan region many people have made it an important livelihood option because it is found to be a sustainable source of textile fibre. The fibers extracted from the Himalayan nettle are known for their strength, durability, and biodegradability, making them a sustainable alternative to synthetic fibers like nylon and polyester. Cultivating Himalayan nettle has a lower environmental impact compared to cotton, as it requires less water and chemicals. The plant is used by communities in the Hindu Kush Himalayas for making fabrics, and is also used in traditional medicine.

13. Tillyardembi Fossils of the world's first plant pollinators, called Tillyardembiids, were discovered recently in which country? [69th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2023]

Correct Answer: (c) Russia
Solution:Palaeontologists have found fossils of the world's first Plant Pollinators called Tillyardembiids in Russia. The rare fossiles of the earwing-lime insects, known as Tillyardembiids were discovered along the river bank near the village of Chekarda in Russia.

14. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from codes given below: [U.P. Lower Sub. (Pre) 2015]

List-I (Condition)List-II (Cause)
A. Skin Cancer1. Chlorofluorocarbon
B. Noise Pollution2. Ultraviolet Light
C. Global Warming3. Decibel
D. Ozone Hole4. Carbon dioxide

Codes :

ABCD
(a)1234
(b)2341
(c)2314
(d)4321
Correct Answer: (b)
Solution:Below are the correct match between List-I and List-II:
(Condition)(Cause)
Skin Cancer Chlorofluorocarbon
Noise PollutionUltraviolet Light
Global WarmingDecibel
Ozone HoleCarbon dioxide

15. Match List-I and with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: [60th to 62nd B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2016]

List-IList-II
a. Skin Cancer1. Chlorofluorocarbons
b. Noise Pollution2. Ultraviolet light
c. Global Warming3. Decibel
d. Ozone Hole4. Carbon dioxide

Codes :

ABCD
(a)1234
(b)2341
(c)2314
(d)4321
Correct Answer: (b)
Solution:Below are the correct match between List-I and List-II:
(Condition)(Cause)
Skin Cancer Chlorofluorocarbon
Noise PollutionUltraviolet Light
Global WarmingDecibel
Ozone HoleCarbon dioxide

16. In which type of climatic region do Uttar Pradesh and Bihar fall as per Koppen's classification scheme? [68th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2022]

Correct Answer: (b) Cwg
Solution:According to Koppen's classification scheme climatic region of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar are classified as Cwg types of climate region. Aw covers south India not Uttar Pradesh/Bihar. Dfc covers Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Assam.

17. In Uttar Pradesh, the first biotech park was established- [U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2005, 2008, 2010, 2011, U.P. U.D.A./L.D.A. (Mains) 2010]

Correct Answer: (c) Lucknow
Solution:The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) has partnered with Uttar Pradesh (Lucknow) to establish Biotech Park Since, 2003. The Department of Biotechnology is the nodal agency supporting research and its applications in the Life Sciences and promotes & accelerates the pace of development and large scale use of biotechnology in the country. The department has made significant achievements in the growth and application of biotechnology in the broad areas of agriculture, health care, animal sciences, environment, and industry. The department has ensured that through several R&D projects, demonstrations and creation of infrastructural facilities a clear visible impact of this field has been seen.

18. Match the following geological heritage sites with their locations: [Chhattisgarh P.C.S. (Pre) 2021]

Geological Heritage SitesLocations
A. National Fossil Wood Park1. Buldhana
B. Shivalik Park2. Chittaurgarh
C. Stromatolite Park3. Tiruchirappalli
D. Lonar Lake4. Sirmur

Codes :

ABCD
(a)1234
(b)4321
(c)3421
(d)3241
Correct Answer: (c)
Solution:
Geological Heritage SitesLocations
National Fossil Wood ParkTiruchirappalli
Shivalik ParkSirmaur
Stromatolite ParkChittaurgarh
Lonar LakeBuldhana

19. Tsunami is the result of __________. [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2013]

Correct Answer: (c) Submarine earthquakes
Solution:A tsunami is a series of large waves generated by an abrupt movement on the ocean floor that can result from an earthquake, an underwater landslide, a volcanic eruption or very rarely a large meteorite strike. However, powerful undersea earthquakes are responsible for a most tsunami.

20. Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India? [I.A.S. (Pre) 2015]

Correct Answer: (c) Gangetic dolphin
Solution:Gangetic River Dolphin is the national aquatic animal of India. This mammal is also said to represent the purity of the holy Ganga as it can only survive in pure and fresh water. It was notified as a national aquatic animal of India by Environment and Forest Ministry on 18 May, 2010. Uttar Pradesh declared the Ganga Dolphin as the State qauatic animal (2023) and launch of the "Meri Ganga Meri Dolphin 2023'.
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