Consider the following statements regarding the Anthropocene:
- It refers to a proposed geological epoch marked by significant human impact on Earth’s systems.
- It has been formally accepted as an official geological epoch by the International Union of Geological Sciences.
- Human-induced climate change and biodiversity loss are key markers of this epoch.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Consider the following statements:
- The process of delimitation in India is carried out by an independent statutory body whose orders have the force of law and cannot be challenged in any court.
- The implementation of women’s reservation in Lok Sabha and State Assemblies is contingent upon a fresh delimitation exercise after the Census.
- The current freeze on inter-state allocation of Lok Sabha seats is based on the 1971 Census and is constitutionally mandated until 2026.
- The Election Commission of India is the final authority responsible for both conducting delimitation and revising electoral boundaries.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to India’s agricultural growth in a volatile global environment, consider the following statements:
- Integration into global agri-value chains can help stabilize agricultural growth by diversifying markets and reducing dependence on domestic demand.
- Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) such as India–EU primarily benefit Indian agriculture through tariff reductions alone.
- Investment in post-harvest infrastructure such as storage, processing, and logistics is crucial for enhancing value addition in agriculture.
- Smallholder farmers automatically benefit from global agri-value chain integration without the need for institutional support.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements with reference to inflation trends in India:
- Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation reflects changes in prices at the wholesale level and is more sensitive to global commodity price shocks than Consumer Price Index (CPI).
- A sharp increase in crude oil prices can lead to cost-push inflation by raising input costs across sectors such as plastics, fertilizers, and transport.
- CPI inflation always rises proportionately with WPI inflation because both indices capture identical baskets of goods and services.
How many of the above statements are correct?
With reference to the barrier-less tolling system being implemented by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), accurate mapping between FASTag and the Vehicle Registration Number (VRN) has become essential. Which of the following best explains the primary purpose of this requirement?
Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Census Enumerators in India?
- They are appointed by the Central Government under the Census Act.
- They are responsible for collecting population data through house-to-house visits.
- They can refuse to collect information if citizens deny cooperation.
Select the answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: The Iran–Pakistan border separates Iran’s Sistan-Baluchestan province from Pakistan’s Balochistan province.
Statement 2: The region is inhabited by the Baloch ethnic group on both sides of the border.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:
Statement I: Thermal power plants generate electricity by burning fossil fuels to produce steam.
Statement II: Hydropower plantst generate electricity using flowing water by burning fuel.
Statement III: Solar power plants generate electricity by converting sunlight into mechanical energy.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following with reference to West Asia:
- The region includes countries like Saudi Arabia and Iran.
- The region is rich in petroleum resources and is a major supplier of crude oil globally.
- All countries in West Asia are democratic republics.
How many of the above is/are correct?
Which of the following correctly explains the principle behind allocation of seats in the Lok Sabha?