With reference to Fast Breeder Reactors (FBRs) in India’s nuclear programme, consider the following statements:
- They are designed to produce more fissile material than they consume.
- They primarily use enriched uranium as fuel and light water as moderator.
- They play a crucial role in enabling the utilization of thorium reserves in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the role and recommendations of the Finance Commission of India, consider the following statements:
- Grants under Article 275 of the Constitution are statutory in nature and charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
- Grants under Article 282 are discretionary and can be given by both the Union and the States for any public purpose.
- The Finance Commission is constitutionally mandated to recommend grants directly to local bodies independent of States.
- The divisible pool of taxes includes all cesses and surcharges collected by the Union government.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements with reference to air pollution mitigation strategies in urban areas:
- Reducing emissions at source is considered more effective than end-of-pipe solutions like smog towers.
- Bharat Stage VI (BS-VI) emission standards are applicable only to diesel vehicles in India.
- Electrification of public transport helps in reducing both vehicular emissions and urban air pollution levels.
How many of the above statements are correct?
With reference to honour killings and the right to choose a partner in India, consider the following statements:
- The right of an adult to choose their life partner is protected under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution.
- Honour killing is defined as a separate and specific offence under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to corporate governance in India, consider the role of independent directors. Which of the following best describes their primary function?
Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Artemis missions?
- Artemis missions aim to establish a sustainable human presence on the Moon.
- The programme is a collaboration involving multiple international partners.
- It plans to eventually support missions to Mars.
Select the answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: The Chairman of the Rajya Sabha can vote in the House only in case of a tie.
Statement 2: The Chairman has the same voting rights as elected members of the Rajya Sabha.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:
Statement I: The National Green Tribunal was established for effective and expeditious disposal of environmental cases.
Statement II: It was set up under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010.
Statement III: It has jurisdiction over cases related to environmental protection and conservation of forests.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following with reference to National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary:
- The sanctuary spans across Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan.
- It is primarily established for the conservation of the gharial.
- It is located in the basin of the Narmada River.
How many of the above is/are correct?
The Dengue virus belongs to which family?