Q1. If a country decides to devalue its currency, which of the following shall generally follow?

1. The exports from the country become more expensive.
2. The imports into the country become less expensive.

Choose the correct alternative using the codes given below.

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q2. Suspended Particulate Matter (SPM) has emerged as one of the major causes of Air pollution. Which of the following release SPM in the environment?

1. Construction Sites
2. Oil Refineries
3. Thermal Power Plants

Choose the correct alternative using the codes given below.

(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q3. ‘Intended Nationally Determined Contributions’, which has recently been in news are associated with the functioning of

(a) United Nations Environment Programme
(b) United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
(c) United Nations Conference on Environment and Development
(d) Global Environment Facility

Q4. Consider the following statements about the International Solar Alliance (ISA):

1. It was launched at the Conference of Parties (CoP-21) meeting held in Paris.
2. It will seek to provide a common platform for solar energy rich countries.
3. It shall be housed in Qatar.

Choose the correct alternative using the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 only
(c) 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q5. Who are Angel Investors?

(a) An investor who provides financial backing to women entrepreneurs for organising themselves into business units.
(b) An investor who provides financial backing to sick units for their revival.
(c) An investor who provides financial backing to entrepreneurs for starting their businesses.
(d) An investor who provides financial backing to small scale industries to make them more competitive.

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