1. Which of the following leaf modifications occur(s) in the desert areas to inhibit water loss?
1. Hard and waxy leaves
2. Tiny leaves
3. Thorns instead of leaves
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a) 2 and 3 only
b) 2 only
c) 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer. D)
2. How is the National Green Tribunal (NGT) different from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)?
1. The NGT has been established by an Act whereas the CPCB has been created by the executive order of the Government.
2. The NGT provides environmental justice and helps reduce the burden of litigation in the higher courts whereas the CPCB promotes cleanliness of streams and wells, and aims to improve the quality of air in the country.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer. B)
3. Which of the following has/have shrunk immensely/dried up in the recent past due to human activities?
1. the Aral Sea
2. the Black Sea
3. Lake Baikal
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3
c) 2 only
d) 1 and 3
Answer. A)
4. Consider the following statements:
1. In India, State Governments do not have the power to auction non-coal mines.
2. Andhra Pradesh and Jharkhand do not have gold mines.
3. Rajasthan has iron ore mines.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 3
d) 3 only
Answer. D)
5. Among the following cities, which one lies on a longitude closest to that of Delhi?
a) Bengaluru
b) Hyderabad
c) Nagpur
d) Pune
Answer. A)
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