1. What were the favorable outcomes for India with Shimla Agreement of 1972: (1) The agreement paved the way for diplomatic recognition of Bangladesh by Pakistan. (2) The agreement converted the cease-fire line into the ‘Line of Control (LOC)’ between India and Pakistan. (3) Shimla Accord defined the McMahon Line as the new boundary between British India and Tibet. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3…
Continue reading1. Consider the following statements: (1) Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups are more vulnerable among the tribal groups. (2) They are identified by the State or UT government. (3) In 1975, central government had initiated to identify the most Vulnerable tribal groups. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) All of the above 2. Consider the following statements…
Continue reading1. Consider the following statements: (1) Saltwater is denser than grey water. (2) Saltwater is made when freshwater moves over land. (3) When it rains the freshwater reduces the saltiness of the saltwater on the surface.\ Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct? (a) 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) All of the above 2. Consider the following statements: (1) Swedish institution of Ombudsman is first in…
Continue reading1. Consider the following statements about ‘Forest Certification Scheme’: (1) Forest certification is a global movement initiated in 1990s after the convention on Biological Diversity. (2) Programme for Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is the world’s largest forest certification system. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 Nor 2 2. Consider the following statements: (1) The Golan Heights is…
Continue readingAfghan talks and India’s role News Flash In 2019 negotiations between the Taliban and the United States began with the help of Pakistan which plays a central role in an attempt to end the 17 year long War in Afghanistan. India only sends a “non-official” representation to the Moscow talks with the Taliban. Main points The talks appeared to be held on the Taliban’s terms and consensus is made on: Agreements on the withdrawal…
Continue reading1. Once the elections dates are announced by Election Commission, the government officials and ministers can: (1) They cannot make any promise of any construction of roads or provisions of drinking water etc. (2) They can make ad-hoc appointments in government & public undertakings only. (3) They cannot announce any financial grant or any new scheme. (4) They can lay foundation stones etc. of project or scheme. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?…
Continue reading1. Consider the following statements: (1) Majuli Island is largest river island in world and first island district of the country. (2) The entire Majuli island is part of alluvial flood plains of the Brahmaputra river. (3) It is also world’s first carbon neutral district and now a biodiversity heritage site. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct? (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 only (d) All of…
Continue readingQ. 1 Consider the following statements about Elections: 1. The chief election commissioner shall not be removed from office except in like manner and on like grounds as a judge of the Supreme Court. 2. For the conduct of free and fair elections an independent Election Commission has been provided for in Article 324. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither…
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