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UPSC General Studies 2016

32279.With reference to ‘stand up india scheme’, which of the following statement is/are correct?
1. Its purpose is to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST and women entrepreneurs.
2. It provides for refinance through SIDBI.
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1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
32280.The FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)’ to traditional agricultural systems. What is the overall goal of this initiative?
1. To provide modern technology, training in modern farming methods and financial support to local communities of identified GIAHS so as to greatly enhance their agricultural productivity
2. To identify and safeguard eco-friendly traditional farm practices and their associated landscapers, agricultural biodiversity and knowledge systems of the local communities
3. To provide Geographical Indication status to all the varieties of agricultural produce in such identified GIAHS
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1 and 3 only
2 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
32281.Which of the following is/are tributary tributaries of Brahmaputra?
1. Dibang
2. Kameng
3. Lohit
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1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
32282.The term Core Banking Solutions is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following statements best describes/describe this term?
1. It is a networking of a banks branches which enables customers to operate their accounts from any branch of the bank on its network regardless of where they open their accounts.
2. It is an effort to increase RBIs control over commercial banks through computerization.
3. It is a detailed procedure by which a bank with huge non-performing assets is taken over by another bank.
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1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
32283.Consider the following pairs :
Terms sometimes Their origin
seen in the news
1. Annex—I Countries : Cartagena Protocol
2. Certified Emissions Reductions : Nagoya Protocol
3. Clean Development Mechanism : Kyoto Protocol
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
1, 2 and 3
32284.In the context of the developments in Bioinformatics, the term transcriptome, sometimes seen in the news, refers to
a range of enzymes used in genome editing
the full range of mRNA molecules expressed by an organism
the description of the mechanism of gene expression
a mechanism of genetic mutations taking place in cells
32285.Mission Indradhanush launched by the Government of India pertains to
immunization of children and pregnant women
construction of smart cities across the country
Indias own search for the Earth-like planets in outer space
New Educational Policy
32286.Which of the following best describes/ describe the aim of Green India Mission of the Government of India?
1. Incorporating environment al benefits and costs into the Union and State Budgets thereby implementing the `green accounting
2. Launching the second green revolution to enhance agricultural output so as to ensure food security to one and all in the future
3. Restoring and enhancing forest cover and responding to climate change by a combination of adaptation and mitigation measures
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1 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
1, 2 and 3
32287.With reference to pre-packaged items in India, it is mandatoy to the manufacturer to put which of the following information on the main label, as per the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging and Labelling) Regulations, 2011?
1. List of ingredients including additives
2. Nutrition information
3. Recommendations, if any, made by the medical profession about the possibility of any allergic reactions
4. Vegetarian/non-vegetarian
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1, 2 and 3
2, 3 and 4
1, 2 and 4
1 and 4 only
32288.Project Loon, sometimes seen in the news, is related to
waste management technology
wireless communication technology
solar power production technology
water conservation technology
32289.Net metering is sometimes seen in the news in the context of promoting the
production and use of solar energy by the households/consumers
use of piped natural gas in the kitchens of households
installation of CNG kits in motor-cars
installation of water meters in urban households
32290.Indias ranking in the Ease of Doing Business Index is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following has declared that ranking?
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)
World Economic Forum
World Bank
World Trade Organization (WTO)
32291.Banjaras during the medieval period of Indian history were generally
agriculturists
warriors
weavers
traders
32292.Who of the following had first deciphered the edicts of Emperor Ashoka?
Georg Bilhler
James Prinsep
Max Muller
William Jones
32293.With reference to the Gram Nyayalaya Act, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. As per the Act, Gram Nyayalayas can hear only civil cases and not criminal cases.
2. The Act allows local social activists as mediators/reconciliators.
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1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
32294.With reference to the Trans-Pacific Partnership, consider the following statements :
1. It is an agreement among all the Pacific Rim countries except China and Russia.
2. It is a strategic alliance for the purpose of maritime security only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
32295.Consider the following statements :
The India-Africa Summit
1. held in 2015 was the third such Summit
2. was actually initiated by Jawaharlal Nehru in 1951
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
32296.What is/are the purpose/purposes of the `Marginal Cost of Funds based Lending Rate (MCLR) announced by RBI?
1. These guidelines help improve the transparency in the methodology followed by banks for determining the interest rates on advances.
2. These guidelines help ensure availability of bank credit at interest rates which are fair to the borrowers as well as the banks.
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1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
32297.What is/are unique about ‘Kharai camel’, a breed found in India?
1. It is capable of swimming up to three kilometres in seawater.
2. It survives by grazing on mangroves.
3. It lives in the wild and cannot be domesticated.
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1 and 2 only
3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
32298.Recently, our scientists have discovered a new and distinct species of banana plant which attains a height of about 11 metres and has orange-coloured fruit pulp. In which part of India has it been discovered?
Andaman Islands
Anaimalai Forests
Maikala Hills
Tropical rain forests of northeast
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