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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Ramappa Temple:
1. The temple is named after the sculptor rather than the king who commissioned it or its presiding deity.
2. The temple is situated in Andhra Pradesh.
3. It was constructed during Kakatiya Dynasty rule.Which of the given statements is/are correct?
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Ramappa Temple:
The Ramappa Temple is a jewel of the Kakatiya era and it stands out.
An inscription in the temple dates it to the year 1213 AD and says it was built by a General Recherla Rudra, during the period of the Kakatiya ruler Ganapati Deva.
The Siva temple is perhaps the only one in the country that is known by the name of the architect rather than the king who commissioned it or its presiding deity.
The stunning dance sculptures and friezes of the temple appear as if they have been machined into shape on black dolomite, rather than being chiseled.
The temple is built on a valley and it rests on bricks that are scientifically shown to float in water.
It lies in a valley at Palampet village, near Warangal, Telangana.Incorrect
Ramappa Temple:
The Ramappa Temple is a jewel of the Kakatiya era and it stands out.
An inscription in the temple dates it to the year 1213 AD and says it was built by a General Recherla Rudra, during the period of the Kakatiya ruler Ganapati Deva.
The Siva temple is perhaps the only one in the country that is known by the name of the architect rather than the king who commissioned it or its presiding deity.
The stunning dance sculptures and friezes of the temple appear as if they have been machined into shape on black dolomite, rather than being chiseled.
The temple is built on a valley and it rests on bricks that are scientifically shown to float in water.
It lies in a valley at Palampet village, near Warangal, Telangana. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Earth Hour:
1. Earth Hour is held annually by encouraging individuals, communities, and businesses to turn off non-essential electric lights for one hour
2. Earth Hour is organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature.Which of the given statements is/are correct?
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https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Hyderabad/lights-to-go-off-for-earth-hour/article26681503.ece
Earth Hour:
Earth Hour is held annually by encouraging individuals, communities, and businesses to turn off non-essential electric lights for one hour, from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. on a specific day towards the end of March, as a symbol of commitment to the planet.
Earth Hour which began as a symbolic lights out event in Sydney in 2007 it is now the world’s largest grassroots movement for the environment, inspiring millions of people to take action for our planet and nature.
Earth Hour is organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature….Incorrect
https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Hyderabad/lights-to-go-off-for-earth-hour/article26681503.ece
Earth Hour:
Earth Hour is held annually by encouraging individuals, communities, and businesses to turn off non-essential electric lights for one hour, from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. on a specific day towards the end of March, as a symbol of commitment to the planet.
Earth Hour which began as a symbolic lights out event in Sydney in 2007 it is now the world’s largest grassroots movement for the environment, inspiring millions of people to take action for our planet and nature.
Earth Hour is organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature…. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Salt Caves:
1. Salt caves are common geological features which exist in highly fertile regions.
2. These are formed by the dissolution of the overhead rock by rainwater.
3. Because salt is highly water soluble, large salt deposits do not normally survive long on the surface.Which of the given statements is/are correct?
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https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/malham-caves/
Salt Caves:
Salt caves are rare geological features.
Salt caves tend to only exist in highly arid regions, like the area around the Dead Sea, which is located at the lowest point on earth and is too salty to support animal life.
Salt cave systems are formed by solution of salt by rain water. The main prerequisite of the formation of salt caves are salt outcrops at the surface in arid climate regions.
Because salt is highly water soluble, large salt deposits do not normally survive long on the surface. Only a handful of salt caves are larger than a kilometer (half a mile) in length.Incorrect
https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/malham-caves/
Salt Caves:
Salt caves are rare geological features.
Salt caves tend to only exist in highly arid regions, like the area around the Dead Sea, which is located at the lowest point on earth and is too salty to support animal life.
Salt cave systems are formed by solution of salt by rain water. The main prerequisite of the formation of salt caves are salt outcrops at the surface in arid climate regions.
Because salt is highly water soluble, large salt deposits do not normally survive long on the surface. Only a handful of salt caves are larger than a kilometer (half a mile) in length. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding World Meteorological Organisation (WMO).
1. The WMO is an international non-governmental organization with a membership of 192 Member States and Territories.
2. Every year, WMO issues a Statement on the State of the Global Climate.Which of the given statements is/are correct?
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World Meteorological Organization
The WMO is an intergovernmental organization with a membership of 192 Member States and Territories.
It originated from the International Meteorological Organization (IMO), the roots of which were planted at the 1873 Vienna International Meteorological Congress.
Established by the ratification of the WMO Convention on 23 March 1950, WMO became the specialised agency of the United Nations for meteorology.
The Secretariat, headquartered in Geneva, is headed by the Secretary-General.
Every year, WMO issues a Statement on the State of the Global Climate based on data provided by National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) and other national and international organizations.Incorrect
World Meteorological Organization
The WMO is an intergovernmental organization with a membership of 192 Member States and Territories.
It originated from the International Meteorological Organization (IMO), the roots of which were planted at the 1873 Vienna International Meteorological Congress.
Established by the ratification of the WMO Convention on 23 March 1950, WMO became the specialised agency of the United Nations for meteorology.
The Secretariat, headquartered in Geneva, is headed by the Secretary-General.
Every year, WMO issues a Statement on the State of the Global Climate based on data provided by National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) and other national and international organizations. -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsThe Parliament of India acquires the power to legislate on any item in the State List in the national interest if a resolution to that effect is passed by the
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https://www.civilsdaily.com/polity-titbits-functionspowers-of-legislature/
Reference- Page 14.3 Indian Polity by Laxmikanth- When Rajya Sabha Passes a Resolution: If the Rajya Sabha declares that it is necessary in the national interest that Parliament should make laws on a matter in the State List, then the Parliament becomes competent to make laws on that matter. Such a resolution must be supported by two-thirds of the members present and voting.Incorrect
https://www.civilsdaily.com/polity-titbits-functionspowers-of-legislature/
Reference- Page 14.3 Indian Polity by Laxmikanth- When Rajya Sabha Passes a Resolution: If the Rajya Sabha declares that it is necessary in the national interest that Parliament should make laws on a matter in the State List, then the Parliament becomes competent to make laws on that matter. Such a resolution must be supported by two-thirds of the members present and voting.
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