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?
The question asks us to evaluate two statements regarding the 'Trans-Pacific Partnership' (TPP). We need to determine if each statement is factually correct based on the nature and scope of the TPP agreement.
D) Neither 1 nor 2
Both statements are incorrect. Statement 1 incorrectly claims that TPP included all Pacific Rim countries except China and Russia, when many other Pacific Rim countries were also excluded. Statement 2 incorrectly identifies the TPP as a strategic alliance for maritime security only, whereas it was a comprehensive free trade agreement.
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?
The question asks to evaluate two statements regarding the India-Africa Summit. We need to determine the correctness of each statement based on historical facts about the summits.
Correct Option: A) 1 only
Statement 1 is correct because the third India-Africa Forum Summit was indeed held in 2015. Statement 2 is incorrect as the modern India-Africa Summit format was initiated in 2008, not by Jawaharlal Nehru in 1951, although India and African nations share historical ties.
What is/are the purpose /purposes of the 'Marginal Cost of Funds based lending Rate (MCIR)' Announced by RBI?
1. These guidelines help improve the transparency in the methodology of the interest rates on advances
2. These guidelines help ensure the availability of Bank credit &interest rates which are fair to the borrowers as well as the banks.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
The question asks about the purposes of the Marginal Cost of Funds based Lending Rate (MCLR) announced by the RBI. We need to evaluate each statement to determine if it aligns with the objectives of MCLR.
C) Both 1 and 2. Both statements accurately describe the purposes and benefits of the MCLR framework introduced by the RBI. MCLR was designed to enhance transparency in interest rate setting and ensure a fairer and more efficient transmission of monetary policy, benefiting both borrowers and banks.
What is/are unique about 'Kharai camel' a breed found in India?
1. It is capable of swimming up to three kilometers in seawater.
2. It survives by grazing on mangroves.
3. It lives in the wild and cannot be domesticated.
The question asks to identify the unique characteristics of the 'Kharai camel' found in India. We need to evaluate each given statement based on known facts about this camel breed.
A) 1 and 2 only. Statements 1 and 2 accurately describe unique characteristics of the Kharai camel. Statement 3 is incorrect because Kharai camels are domesticated.
The question asks about the discovery location of a new and distinct species of banana plant with specific characteristics (11 meters height, orange-coloured fruit pulp). This is a factual question related to recent scientific discoveries in India.
A) Andaman Islands is the correct answer. In 2017, scientists from the Botanical Survey of India discovered a new species of giant banana, Musa markkuana, in the Andaman Islands. This species is notable for its height of about 11 meters and its orange-coloured fruit pulp, matching the description in the question.
The question asks for the best description of 'INS Astradharini'. This requires knowledge of recent developments in the Indian Navy and the specific roles of its vessels. 'INS Astradharini' is a specialized vessel, and its primary function is related to torpedo operations.
C) Torpedo launch and recovery vessel. This accurately describes the primary function of INS Astradharini, which is designed for the trials and recovery of torpedoes and other underwater weapon systems.
The question asks to identify 'Greased Lightning -10 (GL-10)' which was recently in the news. This requires knowledge of recent developments in aerospace technology, particularly those involving major space agencies or research institutions.
NASA's 'Greased Lightning -10 (GL-10)' is indeed an experimental electric aircraft. It is a drone with 10 engines that can take off and land vertically like a helicopter and fly efficiently like a plane. It was developed by NASA's Langley Research Center.
A) Electric plane tested by NASA — This is correct. 'Greased Lightning -10 (GL-10)' is an experimental electric aircraft (drone) developed and tested by NASA, known for its vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) capabilities.
With reference to 'Initiative for Nutritional Security through Intensive Millets Promotion', which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. This initiative aims to demonstrate the improved production and post-harvest technologies and to demonstrate value-addition techniques,in an integrated manner, with a cluster approach.
2. Poor, small, marginal and tribal farmers have larger stake in this scheme.
3. An important objective of the scheme is to encourage farmers of commercial crops to shift to millet cultivation by offering them free kits of critical inputs of nutrients and micro-irrigation equipments.
select the correct answer using the code given below:
The question asks to identify the correct statements regarding the 'Initiative for Nutritional Security through Intensive Millets Promotion' (INSIMP). We need to evaluate each statement based on the objectives and features of this government scheme.
C) 1 and 2 only
The question asks to identify the historical event during which the 'Swadeshi' and 'Boycott' methods of struggle were adopted for the first time. This requires knowledge of the major nationalist movements and their associated strategies in India's freedom struggle.
A) agitation against the Partition of Bengal
The Swadeshi and Boycott movements were indeed initiated as a strong protest against the Partition of Bengal in 1905. This marked the first time these methods were widely adopted as a political strategy to challenge British rule in India. The movement aimed to put economic pressure on the British government and foster self-reliance among Indians.
With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements :
1. The concept of Bodhisattva is central to the Hinayana sect of Buddhism
2. Bodhisattva is a compassionate one on his way to enlightenment.
3. Bodhisattva delays achieving his own salvation to help all sentient beings on their path to it.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The question asks us to identify the correct statements regarding the concept of Bodhisattva in the context of Indian religious history, specifically Buddhism. We need to evaluate each statement based on the core tenets of Buddhist philosophy, particularly the distinction between Hinayana (Theravada) and Mahayana Buddhism.
B) 2 and 3 only — Statements 2 and 3 correctly describe the concept of a Bodhisattva, which is central to Mahayana Buddhism. A Bodhisattva is a compassionate being on the path to enlightenment who delays their own salvation to help others.