Which of the following factors can lead to a reduction in a country’s oil import bill despite an increase in import volumes?
- Decline in global crude oil prices
- Reduction in domestic oil consumption
- Decrease in import duty on petroleum products
- Fluctuations in exchange rates
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Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: INSV Kaundinya is an Indian Naval sailing vessel inspired by ancient maritime technology.
Statement 2: The project was initiated through a collaboration between the Ministry of Culture, the Indian Navy, and private innovators to retrace historic maritime routes.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following with reference to the Supreme Court and Aravalli Hills:
- The Supreme Court stayed its November 20 verdict that redefined the extent of the Aravalli range to only landforms above 100 meters in elevation.
- A committee of experts will now be formed to re-examine the mapping of the Aravallis, considering ecological integrity.
- The Supreme Court’s original 100-metre threshold was widely accepted by environmental experts and the Forest Survey of India.
How many of the above is/are correct?
Which of the following statements about Buddhism in Kashmir is incorrect?
Consider the following statements:
- Industrial growth can be influenced by factors like manufacturing performance and overall sectoral output.
- Short-term drivers such as favourable base effects, seasonal demand, and restocking can lead to temporary increases in industrial production.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following statements are correct in respect of the Chad region:
- The Chad region forms part of the Sahel, characterised by semi-arid climate and variable rainfall.
- The region supports livelihoods mainly through rain-fed agriculture, fishing, and pastoralism.
- The shrinking of Lake Chad is primarily due to tectonic movements rather than human activities or climate factors.
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Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: SEBI is the statutory regulator of the securities market in India, established under an Act of Parliament.
Statement 2: : SEBI’s primary mandate is to protect investors, promote development, and regulate the securities market.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following with reference to Zila Parishad:
- It functions as a constitutional body under the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992.
- It supervises and coordinates the work of Panchayat Samitis within the district.
- All members of the Zila Parishad are directly elected by the rural population.
How many of the above is/are correct?
Which of the following features is not associated with the Government e-Marketplace (GeM)?
Consider the following statements:
- The Nigeria is drained mainly by the Niger–Benue river system, which meets at Lokoja.
- The Niger Delta is characterised by arid climate and sparse vegetation due to low rainfall.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?