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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsThe “Six Degree Channel” lies between?
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Andamans are separated from Nicobar by 10-degree channel (10-degree latitude).
The Grand Channel or Six Degree Channel is between Great Nicobar islands and Sumatra islands of Indonesia.
8 Degree Channel ( 8 degrees north latitude) separates islands of Minicoy and Maldives.
9 Degree Channel ( 9 degrees north latitude) separates the island of Minicoy from the main Lakshadweep archipelago.
The Palk Strait is a strait between the Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka.Incorrect
Andamans are separated from Nicobar by 10-degree channel (10-degree latitude).
The Grand Channel or Six Degree Channel is between Great Nicobar islands and Sumatra islands of Indonesia.
8 Degree Channel ( 8 degrees north latitude) separates islands of Minicoy and Maldives.
9 Degree Channel ( 9 degrees north latitude) separates the island of Minicoy from the main Lakshadweep archipelago.
The Palk Strait is a strait between the Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU), which was in news recently:
1. It is a non-profit, non-governmental, non- political, professional association of broadcasting organisations, which assist development of broadcasting in region.
2. It has secretariat in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
3. ABU is the biggest broadcasting union in the world.Which of the given statement(s) is/are correct?
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http://www.newsonair.com/News?title=ABU-Media-Summit-on-Climate-Action-and-Disaster-Preparedness-underway-in-Nepal&id=362714
5th Asia Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) Media Summit on Climate Action and Disaster Preparedness was held recently in Kathmandu, Nepal. Kathmandu Media Action Plan for Media Integration in Climate Action and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) was adopted at summit.
It is a non-profit, non-governmental, non- political, professional association of broadcasting organisations, which assist development of broadcasting in region.
It was established in 1964, and has Secretariat in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. With over 272 member in 76 countries on four continents, ABU is biggest broadcasting union in the world.
ABU is also member of the World Broadcasters’ Union.Incorrect
http://www.newsonair.com/News?title=ABU-Media-Summit-on-Climate-Action-and-Disaster-Preparedness-underway-in-Nepal&id=362714
5th Asia Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) Media Summit on Climate Action and Disaster Preparedness was held recently in Kathmandu, Nepal. Kathmandu Media Action Plan for Media Integration in Climate Action and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) was adopted at summit.
It is a non-profit, non-governmental, non- political, professional association of broadcasting organisations, which assist development of broadcasting in region.
It was established in 1964, and has Secretariat in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. With over 272 member in 76 countries on four continents, ABU is biggest broadcasting union in the world.
ABU is also member of the World Broadcasters’ Union. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsCyclones are given many names in different regions of the world. They are known as:
1. Typhoons in the China Sea and Pacific Ocean
2. Tornados in the West Indian islands in the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean
3. Hurricanes in the Guinea lands of West Africa and southern USA..
4. Willy-willies in north-western AustraliaWhich of the given statement(s) is/are correct?
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Cyclones are given many names in different regions of the world – They are known as typhoons in the China Sea and Pacific Ocean;
hurricanes in the West Indian islands in the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean;
tornados in the Guinea lands of West Africa and southern USA.;
willy-willies in north-western Australia and
tropical cyclones in the Indian Ocean.Incorrect
Cyclones are given many names in different regions of the world – They are known as typhoons in the China Sea and Pacific Ocean;
hurricanes in the West Indian islands in the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean;
tornados in the Guinea lands of West Africa and southern USA.;
willy-willies in north-western Australia and
tropical cyclones in the Indian Ocean. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsWhat is the correct order of Mountains from West to East?
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https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/khasi-kingdoms-to-revisit-1947-agreements/article26945820.ece
Part of the Garo-Khasi range is in Meghalaya, India. It is one of the wettest places in the world. The range is part of the Meghalaya subtropical forests.
Khasi Hills are part of the Garo-Khasi range in the Indian state of Meghalaya, and is part of the Patkai range and of the Meghalaya subtropical forest.
Jaintia hills is located in east to Khasi. It is home to Monolith in Nartiang which is touted as one of the tallest monolith in the world.
Naga Hills are located on India Myanmar border, Naga hills, reaching a height of around 3825 metres, lie on the border of India and Burma (Myanmar).Incorrect
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/khasi-kingdoms-to-revisit-1947-agreements/article26945820.ece
Part of the Garo-Khasi range is in Meghalaya, India. It is one of the wettest places in the world. The range is part of the Meghalaya subtropical forests.
Khasi Hills are part of the Garo-Khasi range in the Indian state of Meghalaya, and is part of the Patkai range and of the Meghalaya subtropical forest.
Jaintia hills is located in east to Khasi. It is home to Monolith in Nartiang which is touted as one of the tallest monolith in the world.
Naga Hills are located on India Myanmar border, Naga hills, reaching a height of around 3825 metres, lie on the border of India and Burma (Myanmar). -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsThe National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 was enacted in consonance with which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India?
1. Right to healthy environment, construed as a part of Right to life under Article 21
2. Provision of grants for raising the level of administration in the Scheduled Areas for the welfare of Scheduled Tribes under Article 275( 1)
3. Powers and functions of Gram Sabha as mentioned under Article 243(A)Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
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UPSC Prelims Question 2012
The NGT was established in 2010 under the National Green Tribunal Act 2010, passed by the Central Government.
National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 (NGT) is an Act of the Parliament of India which enables creation of a special tribunal to handle the expeditious disposal of the cases pertaining to environmental issues. It draws inspiration from the India’s constitutional provision of Article 21, which assures the citizens of India the right to a healthy environment
The stated objective of the Central Government was to provide a specialized forum for effective and speedy disposal of cases pertaining to environment protection, conservation of forests and for seeking compensation for damages caused to people or property due to violation of environmental laws or conditions specified while granting permissions.Incorrect
UPSC Prelims Question 2012
The NGT was established in 2010 under the National Green Tribunal Act 2010, passed by the Central Government.
National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 (NGT) is an Act of the Parliament of India which enables creation of a special tribunal to handle the expeditious disposal of the cases pertaining to environmental issues. It draws inspiration from the India’s constitutional provision of Article 21, which assures the citizens of India the right to a healthy environment
The stated objective of the Central Government was to provide a specialized forum for effective and speedy disposal of cases pertaining to environment protection, conservation of forests and for seeking compensation for damages caused to people or property due to violation of environmental laws or conditions specified while granting permissions.
