Ques:1
Consider the following statements regarding thes ‘European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)’
- It was created in 1945 after the 2nd WW under the Marshal Plan of Reconstruction of European nations.
- The EBRD is owned by 72 countries, the European Union, and the European Investment Bank.
- India is not a member of the EBRD.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Ques:2
Recently, ‘Chameleon Trojan’ was in the news. It is a/an
Ques:3
Recently, ‘Kolyma River’ was in the news. It discharges into which one of the following water bodies?
Ques:4
Consider the following statement regarding ‘Grey Francolin’
- It is a ground-dwelling bird known for its distinctive calls and cryptic plumage.
- The last recorded species of Grey Francolin was seen in the 19th century in the Indian subcontinent.
- It has an IUCN endangered status.
How many statements given above are correct?
Ques:5
Consider the following statements
- It is located in the Maharajganj district of Uttar Pradesh.
- It was declared a Wildlife Sanctuary in June 1987.
- On the northern side, it shares the international boundary with Nepal, and on the eastern border is Bihar’s Valmiki Tiger Reserve.
- It is drained by the Gandak River.
The above statements refer to which one of the following wildlife sanctuaries?
Ques:6
Regarding the Enforcement Directorate (ED), consider the following statements:
- It was established in the year 1956 as an ‘Enforcement Unit’ under the Department of Economic Affairs.
- It is responsible for enforcement of the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 (FEMA).
- The ED Director is appointed by the central government on the recommendation of the Chief Justice of India.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
Ques:7
With reference to the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, consider the following statements:
- It came into force in 2016 to give effect to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD).
- Every child with benchmark disability between the age group of 6 and 18 years shall have the right to free education.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
Ques:8
Consider the following statements:
- Article 163 of the Constitution says the Governor will normally be aided and advised by the Council of Ministers except in those functions which require his discretion.
- There are provisions laid down in the Constitution of the India for the manner in which the Governor and the state must engage publicly when there is a difference of opinion.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Ques:9
Often seen in news, the Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI), is released by:
Ques:10
Regarding the Foreign direct investment (FDI), consider the following statements:
- It is an investment from a party in one country into a business or corporation in another country with the intention of establishing a lasting interest.
- With Foreign direct investment (FDI), foreign companies are directly involved with day-to-day operations in the other country.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?