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1. Question 2 Points

What is the objective of Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan?

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a) to provide connectivity to unconnected Habitations as part of a poverty reduction strategy.
b) Facilitate capacity building in Self -Help Groups (SHGs), and in institutions of local democracy, like panchayats.
c) To develop governance capabilities of Panchayati Raj Institutions to deliver on Sustainable Development Goals
d) Work with institutions of the poor to build their capacity and help them access their rights and entitlements.

2. Question 2 Points

The document: “General Comment No. 26” is related to:

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a) Reforms in High Sea Laws
b) Providing easy finance to less developed countries to fight climate change
c) To bring down to fossils use to zero by 2050.
d) children’s rights to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment

3. Question 2 Points

With respect to Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), consider the following statements.

It is a UN Body aims to strengthen the science-policy interface for biodiversity and ecosystem services for the sustainable use of biodiversity.
All States Members of the United Nations are eligible for IPBES membership.
India is a member of IPBES.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

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a) Only one
b) Only two
c) All three
d) None

4. Question 2 Points

Consider the following statements regarding International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR).

The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights is an international human rights treaty adopted by the UN.
Human Rights Committee was established to monitor the Implementation of ICCPR.
India is a part of it.

Consider the following statements.

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a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

5. Question 2 Points

Which material is commonly used to shield against alpha particles?

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a) Paper
b) Concrete
c) Copper
d) Mud

6. Question 2 Points

With respect to the members of Legislative Council, consider the following statements.

If a person elected as a member of Legislative Council declared as of unsound mind, the final decision to disqualify him remains with Governor.
Every member of the Legislative Council of a State shall, before taking his seat, make and subscribe before the Governor or person appointed by him.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

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a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

7. Question 2 Points

In the context of India, consider the following statements regarding Rajya Sabha.

Government of India Act, 1919 provided that the Indian Legislature shall consist of two chambers, namely the Council of State and the House of Assembly.
One-third of the members of Rajya Sabha shall retire on the expiration of every year.

Which of the above statements is/are not correct?

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a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

8. Question 2 Points

Consider the following statements regarding Sunspots.

They form at areas where magnetic fields are particularly strong.
Sunspots are a common sight on our Sun during the years around solar maximum.
They are much cooler than the surrounding surface of the Sun itself.

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a) 1 and 2 only
b) 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

9. Question 2 Points

Consider the following Nations.

Norway
Sweden
North Korea

How many of the above nations share boundaries with Russia?

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a) Only one
b) Only two
c) All three
d) None

10. Question 2 Points

Which of the following particles is not commonly emitted during radioactive decay?

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a) Alpha particles
b) Beta particles
c) Gamma ray
d) Protons

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