After the Santhal uprising subsided, what was/were the measure/measures taken by the colonial government?
1. The territories called ‘Santhal Paraganas' were created.
2. It became illegal for a santhal to transfer land to a non-santhal.
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The question asks about the measures taken by the colonial government after the Santhal uprising. We need to evaluate each statement to determine its accuracy in the context of historical events following the rebellion.
C) Both 1 and 2 are correct. The creation of Santhal Paraganas and the prohibition of land transfer from Santhals to non-Santhals were direct outcomes of the Santhal uprising, implemented by the colonial government to pacify the region and prevent future unrest.
Economically, one of the results of the British rule in India in the 19th century was the
Increase in the export of Indian handicrafts
Growth in the number of Indian owned factories.
Commercialization of Indian agriculture.
Rapid increase in the urban population
The question asks about the economic results of British rule in India during the 19th century. We need to identify which of the given options accurately reflects a significant economic change brought about by colonial policies.
Correct Option: C) Commercialization of Indian agriculture.
If the president of India exercise his power as provided under article 356 of the constitution in respect of a particular state, then
The assemble of the state is automatically dissolved
The powers of the legislature of that state shall be exercisable by or under the authority of the parliament.
Article 19 is suspended in that state
The president can make laws relating to that state
The question asks about the consequences when the President of India exercises power under Article 356, which deals with the imposition of President's Rule in a state. We need to identify the correct effect among the given options.
B) The powers of the legislature of that state shall be exercisable by or under the authority of the parliament. This is a direct consequence mentioned in Article 356(1)(b) of the Constitution. When President's Rule is imposed, the legislative authority of the state is transferred to the Union Parliament.
Consider the following pairs:
| Crafts | Heritage of |
| 1) Puthukkuli shawls | Tamil Nadu |
| 2) Sujni embroidery | Maharashtra |
| 3) Uppada jamdani saris | Karnataka |
Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?
The question asks to identify the correct pair(s) among the given crafts heritage and their associated states. This requires knowledge of the geographical origins of various traditional Indian crafts.
Correct Option: A) 1 only
In which of the following areas can GPS technology be used?
1. Mobile phone operations
2. Banking operations
3. Controlling the power grids
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The question asks about the various applications of GPS technology. We need to evaluate each given area to determine if GPS can be used there.
D) 1, 2 and 3. All three statements correctly identify areas where GPS technology is used. GPS is integral to mobile phone location services, provides critical time synchronization for secure banking transactions, and is vital for the precise control and monitoring of modern power grids.
Consider the following statements:
1. The Reserve Bank of India manages and services Government of India Securities but not any State Government Securities.
2. Treasury bills are issued by the Government of India and there are no treasury bills issued by the State Governments.
3. Treasury bills offer are issued at a discount from the par value.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The question asks us to identify the correct statements regarding the Reserve Bank of India's functions and characteristics of government securities, specifically Treasury Bills. We need to evaluate each statement individually based on established financial regulations and practices in India.
C) 2 and 3 only
Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Treasury bills are exclusively issued by the Government of India and are issued at a discount to their par value.
Consider the following statements:
1. The Earth’s magnetic field has reversed every few hundred thousand years.
2. When the Earth was created more than 4000 million years ago, there was 54% oxygen and no carbon dioxide.
3. When living organisms originated, they modified the early atmosphere of the Earth.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The question asks us to evaluate three statements related to Earth's magnetic field and early atmospheric conditions. We need to determine which of these statements are factually correct based on scientific understanding.
C) 1 and 3 only — Statement 1 is correct as Earth's magnetic field reversals are a known geological phenomenon occurring on timescales of hundreds of thousands of years. Statement 3 is correct because early photosynthetic organisms were responsible for introducing significant amounts of oxygen into the Earth's atmosphere, profoundly altering its composition.
The question asks to identify the common category for the terms 'WannaCry, Petya, and EternalBlue'. These terms are widely known in the context of cybersecurity incidents that have occurred globally. Recognizing these names as specific types of malicious software or vulnerabilities is key to answering the question.
Correct Option: C) Cyber attacks. The terms WannaCry and Petya refer to specific ransomware attacks that caused widespread damage globally, while EternalBlue is an exploit used in such attacks. All are directly related to cybersecurity threats and incidents.
With reference to the circumstances in Indian agriculture, the concept of “Conservation Agriculture” assumes significance.
Which of the following falls under Conservation Agriculture?
1. Avoiding the monoculture practices
2. Adopting minimum tillage
3. Avoiding the cultivation of plantation crops
4. Using crop residues to cover the soil surface
5. Adopting spatial and temporal crop sequencing/crop rotations
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1,3 and 4 only
2,3,4 and 5
2,4 and 5
1,2,3 and 5
The question asks to identify practices that fall under "Conservation Agriculture" in the Indian context. Conservation Agriculture is a farming system that promotes minimum soil disturbance, maintenance of a permanent soil cover, and diversification of plant species. We need to evaluate each given statement against these core principles.
C) Based on the analysis, statements 2, 4, and 5 are definitely part of Conservation Agriculture. Statement 1 (avoiding monoculture) is also a part of it, as Conservation Agriculture promotes diversification. However, among the given options, option C includes 2, 4, and 5. Let's re-evaluate statement 1. While avoiding monoculture is a goal, the core principles are minimum tillage, permanent soil cover, and crop diversification (which inherently means avoiding monoculture). If we consider the three pillars of CA (minimum soil disturbance, permanent soil cover, and crop diversification), then 2, 4, and 5 directly align. Statement 1 is a consequence of diversification. Option C (2, 4 and 5) represents the most direct and fundamental practices of Conservation Agriculture.
The term “sixth mass extinction/sixth extinction” is often mentioned in the news in the context of the discussion of
Widespread monoculture practices in agriculture and large-scale commercial farming with indiscriminate use of chemicals in many parts of the world that may result in the loss of good native ecosystems.
Fears of a possible collision of a meteorite with the Earth in the near future in the manner it happened 65 million years ago that caused the mass extinction of many species including those of dinosaurs
Large scale cultivation of genetically modified crops in many parts of the world and promoting their cultivation in other parts of the world which may cause the disappearance of good native crop plants and the loss of food biodiversity.
Mankind’s over-exploitation /misuse of natural resources, fragmentation/loss of natural habitats, destruction of ecosystems, pollution and global climate change.
The question asks about the context in which the term "sixth mass extinction" is often mentioned. This requires knowledge of current environmental science and the causes attributed to the ongoing biodiversity crisis.
D) Mankind’s over-exploitation /misuse of natural resources, fragmentation/loss of natural habitats, destruction of ecosystems, pollution and global climate change. This option accurately lists the major anthropogenic (human-caused) factors contributing to the current biodiversity crisis, often referred to as the "sixth mass extinction" or "Holocene extinction." These factors collectively lead to species loss at an unprecedented rate.