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In reference to the cellular broadcast system, consider the following statements:
1. It aims to improve public safety and provide rapid alerts in the event of an emergency.
2. It serves as a tool for government agencies and emergency services to communicate with the public during disasters.
3. It ensures the rapid dissemination of critical emergency information.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) The three
(d) None
QUESTION 2
The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has favored the construction of a canopy walk inside the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary. The reserve is located at
(a)Maharashtra
(b)Karnataka
(vs) Chhattisgarh
(d) Telangana
QUESTION 3
With reference to sea buckthorn, consider the following statements:
1. It is a shrub that produces an edible orange-yellow berry.
2. It is found in the desert region of Rajasthan.
3. It is locally called charma.
4. It is used to treat stomach.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) The four
QUESTION 4
In reference to microalgae, consider the following statements:
1. These are microscopic algae rich in chlorophyll, lacking lignin or cellulose and containing proteins.
2. Their growth is slow due to their low photosynthesis efficiency.
3. They are multicellular species that exist individually.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) The three
(d) None
QUESTION 5
The fish is generally found in the Indo-Pacific region stretching from the Persian Gulf to the Pacific Ocean. The Gujarat government chose this fish as the state fish due to its economic value and uniqueness. The declaration will allow Gujarat to be part of its conservation efforts.
The lines mentioned above refer to which fish?
(a) Golden Mahseer
(b) Fish
(c) Catfish
(d) Black-spotted croaker
ANSWERS TO MCQS
1 C)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION:
– THE The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India has conducted a sample test message.
— The message was sent via the Cell Broadcast System, which is a new emergency alert system implemented by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
— A sample test message was sent over the cellular broadcast system by the Ministry of Telecommunications, Government of India.
— This message was sent to test the pan-India emergency alert system implemented by the National Disaster Management Authority.
— It aims to improve public safety and provide rapid alerts in the event of an emergency. Therefore, statement 1 is correct.
— The DoT explained that the message was part of a test to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of emergency alert broadcasting capabilities of mobile operators and cellular broadcast systems.
— The emergency alert system is designed to timely inform the public of potential threats such as tsunamis, flash floods and earthquakes.
— It serves as a tool for government agencies and emergency services to communicate with the public in the event of a disaster. Statement 2 is therefore correct.
— This system ensures the rapid dissemination of critical emergency information. Therefore, statement 3 is correct.
Therefore, option (c) is the correct answer.
2.(b)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION:
— The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has favored the construction of a canopy walk inside the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary.situated in Karnataka.
— The Canopy Walk tourism project was implemented with the financial assistance provided by the Karnataka Tourism Department.
— The project began near Kuveshi, in the Castlerock Wildlife Reserve, part of the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary.
— However, for better protection and management, Project Director Kali Tiger exercises administrative control of the area.
— The canopy is a 240-meter walkway approximately 30 feet above the ground.
Therefore, option (b) is the correct answer.
3.(c)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION:
— Sea buckthorn is a shrub that produces an edible orange-yellow berry. Therefore, statement 1 is correct.
— In India, it is found above the tree line in the Himalayan regionusually in dry areas like the cold deserts of Ladakh and Spiti. Statement 2 is therefore not correct.
— In Himachal Pradesh it is locally called chharma and grows wild in Lahaul and Spiti and parts of Kinnaur. Therefore, statement 3 is correct.
— According to the Seabuckthorn Association of India, around 15,000 hectares of Himachal, Ladakh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh are covered by this plant.
— Sea buckthorn has been widely used to treat stomach, heart and skin problems. Statement 4 is therefore correct.
— Its fruits and leaves are rich in vitamins, carotenoids and omega fatty acids, among other substances, and can help troops acclimatize to high altitude.
— Sea buckthorn is a soil-binding plant that prevents soil erosion, controls siltation of rivers and contributes to the preservation of floral biodiversity.
— Sea buckthorn also has commercial value, as it is used in the manufacture of juices, jams, nutritional capsules, etc.
Therefore, option (c) is the correct answer.
4.(a)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION:
— The Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSMCRI), Bhavnagar, has licensed its technology to Tata Chemicals Limited (TCL), Bombayfor the production of automotive fuel.
— Biofuels Microalgae derivatives are gaining popularity due to their high productivity and environmental friendliness.
— Microalgae are microscopic algae rich in chlorophyll, devoid of lignin or cellulose and containing proteins. Therefore, statement 1 is correct.
— Microalgae are primarily found in freshwater and marine systems. They are unicellular species which exist individually or in chains or groups. Therefore, statement 3 is not correct.
— Microalgae are capable of growing rapidly due to their high photosynthesis efficiency. Statement 2 is therefore not correct.
Therefore, option (a) is the correct answer.
5.(d)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION:
– THE blackspotted croaker, or ghol fish – considered a fishermen’s lottery – was declared the state fish of Gujarat.
— Gujarat government chose ghol due to its economic value and its uniqueness.
— The fish is generally found in the Indo-Pacific region stretching from the Persian Gulf to the Pacific Ocean.
— The declaration will allow Gujarat to be part of its conservation efforts.
Therefore, option (d) is the correct answer.
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