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Consider the following statements:                                                                          ...Read more

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    Let's analyze each statement to determine its correctness: Some mushrooms have medicinal properties: This is true. Certain mushrooms, such as Reishi and Shiitake, are known for their medicinal benefits, including immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties. Some mushrooms have psychoactive propRead more

    Let’s analyze each statement to determine its correctness:

    1. Some mushrooms have medicinal properties: This is true. Certain mushrooms, such as Reishi and Shiitake, are known for their medicinal benefits, including immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties.
    2. Some mushrooms have psychoactive properties: This is also true. Psilocybin mushrooms, often called “magic mushrooms,” contain psychoactive compounds that can alter perception and mood.
    3. Some mushrooms have insecticidal properties: True. Some fungi, like Beauveria bassiana, produce compounds that act as natural insecticides, infecting and killing various insect species.
    4. Some mushrooms have bioluminescent properties: True as well. Certain mushrooms, such as Panellus stipticus and Mycena chlorophos, exhibit bioluminescence and emit a glowing light.

    All four statements are correct. Therefore, the correct answer is: All four

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Which of the following organisms perform waggle dance for others of their kin to indicate the direction and the distance to a source of their food?                              ...Read more

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    The correct answer is: Honey Bees. Honey bees perform the "waggle dance" to communicate the direction and distance of a food source to other members of their hive. The dance involves a series of movements, including waggling their bodies and making figure-eight patterns, to convey information aboutRead more

    The correct answer is: Honey Bees. Honey bees perform the “waggle dance” to communicate the direction and distance of a food source to other members of their hive. The dance involves a series of movements, including waggling their bodies and making figure-eight patterns, to convey information about the location of nectar, pollen, or water. This sophisticated form of communication is crucial for the foraging efficiency and survival of the colony. Neither butterflies, dragonflies, nor wasps use this method of communication.

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Consider the following fauna:                                                                          ...Read more

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    Lion-tailed Macaque: This species is primarily diurnal, meaning it is active during the day and rests at night. They are known for their distinctive mane and tail tuft, and they inhabit the rainforests of the Western Ghats in India. Malabar Civet: The Malabar Civet is generally nocturnal. It is mostRead more

    1. Lion-tailed Macaque: This species is primarily diurnal, meaning it is active during the day and rests at night. They are known for their distinctive mane and tail tuft, and they inhabit the rainforests of the Western Ghats in India.
    2. Malabar Civet: The Malabar Civet is generally nocturnal. It is most active during the night and is rarely seen during the day. It is a critically endangered species native to the Western Ghats and nearby regions.
    3. Sambar Deer: The Sambar Deer is largely nocturnal or crepuscular (active during twilight). It tends to be most active during the early morning and late evening but can also be seen foraging at night.

    Given this information, two of the listed fauna (Malabar Civet and Sambar Deer) are generally nocturnal or most active after sunset. Therefore, the correct answer is: Only two.

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Invasive Species Specialist Group’ (that develops Global Invasive Species Database) belongs to which one of the following organisations?                                              ...Read more

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    The 'Invasive Species Specialist Group' (ISSG), which develops the Global Invasive Species Database, is a part of: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The ISSG is a specialist group of the IUCN's Species Survival Commission (SSC). It focuses on invasive species and their impacRead more

    The ‘Invasive Species Specialist Group’ (ISSG), which develops the Global Invasive Species Database, is a part of: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The ISSG is a specialist group of the IUCN’s Species Survival Commission (SSC). It focuses on invasive species and their impact on biodiversity, and its Global Invasive Species Database is a widely used resource for information on invasive species worldwide.

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Consider the following statements:                                                                          ...Read more

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    Let's analyze the statements: Statement-I: Marsupials are not naturally found in India. This statement is correct. Marsupials, such as kangaroos and koalas, are primarily found in Australia and nearby islands. They are not native to India. Statement-II: Marsupials can thrive only in montane grasslanRead more

    Let’s analyze the statements:

    Statement-I: Marsupials are not naturally found in India. This statement is correct. Marsupials, such as kangaroos and koalas, are primarily found in Australia and nearby islands. They are not native to India.

    Statement-II: Marsupials can thrive only in montane grasslands with no predators. This statement is incorrect. Marsupials inhabit a wide variety of environments, including forests, grasslands, and deserts. They are not limited to montane grasslands and can coexist with predators, as evidenced by their presence in diverse habitats in Australia, where they have adapted to various ecological niches.

    Therefore, the correct answer is: Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect.

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Consider the following statements: Statement-I: India, despite having uranium deposits, depends on coal for most of its electricity production. Statement-II: Uranium, enriched to the extent of at least 60%, is required for the production of electricity. Which one of the following ...Read more

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    Let's analyze each statement: Statement-I: India, despite having uranium deposits, depends on coal for most of its electricity production. This statement is correct. Although India has some uranium deposits, they are not sufficient to meet the country’s nuclear energy needs. As a result, India imporRead more

    Let’s analyze each statement:

    Statement-I: India, despite having uranium deposits, depends on coal for most of its electricity production. This statement is correct. Although India has some uranium deposits, they are not sufficient to meet the country’s nuclear energy needs. As a result, India imports uranium and heavily relies on coal, which is abundant and cheaper, for most of its electricity production.

    Statement-II: Uranium, enriched to the extent of at least 60%, is required for the production of electricity. This statement is incorrect. For nuclear reactors used in electricity production, uranium is typically enriched to about 3-5% U-235. Enrichment levels of 60% and above are considered high and are used for research reactors or weapons-grade material, not for commercial electricity generation.

    Therefore, the correct answer is: Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect.

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With reference to India’s projects on connectivity, consider the following statements:              [2023] 1. East-West Corridor under Golden Quadrilateral Project connects Dibrugarh and Surat. 2. Trilateral Highway connects Moreh in Manipur and Chiang Mai in Thailand ...Read more

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    Let's analyze each statement one by one: East-West Corridor under Golden Quadrilateral Project connects Dibrugarh and Surat: The East-West Corridor under the Golden Quadrilateral project connects Silchar in Assam to Porbandar in Gujarat, not Dibrugarh to Surat. So, this statement is incorrect. TrilaRead more

    Let’s analyze each statement one by one:

    1. East-West Corridor under Golden Quadrilateral Project connects Dibrugarh and Surat: The East-West Corridor under the Golden Quadrilateral project connects Silchar in Assam to Porbandar in Gujarat, not Dibrugarh to Surat. So, this statement is incorrect.
    2. Trilateral Highway connects Moreh in Manipur and Chiang Mai in Thailand via Myanmar: The Trilateral Highway is indeed designed to connect Moreh in Manipur, India, to Mae Sot in Thailand, via Myanmar. However, the endpoint in Thailand is Mae Sot, not Chiang Mai. So, this statement is partially correct but inaccurate in details.
    3. Bangladesh-China-India-Myanmar Economic Corridor connects Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh with Kunming in China: The BCIM (Bangladesh-China-India-Myanmar) Economic Corridor is planned to connect Kolkata in India with Kunming in China, not Varanasi. So, this statement is incorrect.

    None of the statements is completely correct. Thus, the correct answer is: None

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Consider the following statements :                                                                        ...Read more

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    Let's evaluate the above statements: Amarkantak Hill: Recognized as a significant natural heritage site. Serves as the junction of the Vindhya and Satpura Ranges. Therefore, statement 1 is INCORRECT. Biligirirangan Hills: Located in the southeastern region of Karnataka. The Satpura Range, in contrasRead more

    Let’s evaluate the above statements:

    1. Amarkantak Hill:
      • Recognized as a significant natural heritage site.
      • Serves as the junction of the Vindhya and Satpura Ranges.
      • Therefore, statement 1 is INCORRECT.
    2. Biligirirangan Hills:
      • Located in the southeastern region of Karnataka.
      • The Satpura Range, in contrast, begins in eastern Gujarat and extends eastward, bordering Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, ultimately reaching Chhattisgarh.
      • Hence, statement 2 is INCORRECT.
    3. Seshachalam Hills:
      • Part of the Eastern Ghats in southern Andhra Pradesh.
      • The Western Ghats, however, span across several states including Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra, and Gujarat.
      • Thus, statement 3 is INCORRECT.

    Therefore, the correct answer is None.

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Which one of the following is a part of the Congo Basin? 

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    The Congo Basin is a large, tropical rainforest region in central Africa that spans across several countries. The main countries that make up the Congo Basin are: Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) - It holds the largest portion of the Congo Basin and is home to a significant part of the rainforRead more

    The Congo Basin is a large, tropical rainforest region in central Africa that spans across several countries. The main countries that make up the Congo Basin are:

    1. Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) – It holds the largest portion of the Congo Basin and is home to a significant part of the rainforest.
    2. Republic of the Congo – Also known as Congo-Brazzaville, this country has a substantial portion of the Congo rainforest.
    3. Central African Republic – Located to the north of the Congo Basin, it contains part of the rainforest region.
    4. Gabon – Although it has a smaller share, Gabon has a well-preserved part of the Congo Basin rainforest.
    5. Cameroon – The southern part of Cameroon is part of the Congo Basin.
    6. Equatorial Guinea – The mainland region of Equatorial Guinea (Río Muni) is included in the Congo Basin.

    These countries collectively make up the Congo Basin region, which is the second-largest tropical rainforest in the world, after the Amazon. It is known for its rich biodiversity, complex ecosystems, and significant role in regulating the Earth’s climate. So, Cameroon is the correct answer.

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About three-fourths of world’s cobalt, a metal required for the manufacture of batteries for electric motor vehicles, is produced by:                                          ...Read more

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    Indonesia has rapidly ascended to the position of the world’s second-largest cobalt producer, leading to a substantial decline in the price of this essential battery metal and intensifying Western concerns over China’s stronghold in the electric vehicle supply chain. Last year, the Southeast Asian nRead more

    Indonesia has rapidly ascended to the position of the world’s second-largest cobalt producer, leading to a substantial decline in the price of this essential battery metal and intensifying Western concerns over China’s stronghold in the electric vehicle supply chain. Last year, the Southeast Asian nation produced 9,500 tonnes of cobalt, representing 5 percent of the global supply, a significant leap from its negligible production levels before 2021. Nevertheless, Indonesia still trails significantly behind the Democratic Republic of Congo, the top global supplier, which commands a dominant 73 percent share of the market. So, the correct answer is: The Democratic Republic of the Congo

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