IAS Prelims GS Questions and Answers - 6

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1)   Bonn Convention is for

a. Conservation of Migratory Species
b. Movement of hazardous material across international borders
c. Dumping of hazardous material in Oceans
d. Conservation and protection of exotic Reptiles


2)   What are the functions of incubators?

1) Mentoring organizations
2) Tax benefits provider
3) Skilled labor provider
4) Funding


a. 1, 4
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 2, 3, 4
d. All of the above


3)   Which of the following is/are true regarding exploration and production of oil and gas?

1) The old policy regime for exploration and production of oil and gas is known as Hydrocarbon Exploration Licensing Policy (HELP).
2) It provides a unified license for all hydrocarbons.


a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2


4)   Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana is related to

a. Providing LPG Gas
b. Women empowerment
c. Women healthcare
d. Providing light/electricity


5)   Which of the following is/are true regarding HELP?

1) The new policy regime for exploration and production of oil and gas is known as Hydrocarbon Exploration Licensing Policy (HELP).
2) A bidder may apply to the Government seeking exploration of any block not already covered by exploration.


a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2



6)   Which of the following is/are true regarding the nuclear plants and programmes? 

1) Jaitapur nuclear plant is being made with help of French.
2) Kudankulam Units – 5 and 6 are being started with help of the Japanese.
3) Japan's advancements in the civil nuclear domain are set to be tapped by India.


a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 1, 3
d. All of the above



7)   Which of the following is/are true?

1) There shall be no necessity of obtaining the ‘Consent to Operate’ for White category of industries as per new classification of industries given by the environment ministry.
2) Solar power generation through photovoltaic cell falls under green category of industry.


a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2