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What is the date on which World Wetlands Day is celebrated each year?
What is the date on which World Wetlands Day is celebrated each year?
- 2nd February (correct)
- 5th June
- 22nd April
- 22nd March
Which assertion about the Western Ghats is true?
Which assertion about the Western Ghats is true?
- Western Ghats are primarily a desert region.
- Western Ghats have no endemic species.
- Western Ghats show low endemic species richness.
- Western Ghats are known for their biodiversity. (correct)
In which year was the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board established?
In which year was the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board established?
- 1972
- 1986 (correct)
- 1974
- 1981
What is the correct statement regarding assertion and reason about the Western Ghats?
What is the correct statement regarding assertion and reason about the Western Ghats?
What does the acronym UNFCC stand for in relation to global warming conventions?
What does the acronym UNFCC stand for in relation to global warming conventions?
Which country hosted the World Environment Day in the year 2021?
Which country hosted the World Environment Day in the year 2021?
Which of the following is not related to the concept of endemic species?
Which of the following is not related to the concept of endemic species?
Which of the following statements regarding endemic species in the Western Ghats is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding endemic species in the Western Ghats is correct?
Which statement about Fundamental Rights is correct?
Which statement about Fundamental Rights is correct?
What is the significance of Keshavananda Bharati's petition?
What is the significance of Keshavananda Bharati's petition?
Which of these authors is known for writing in Kannada?
Which of these authors is known for writing in Kannada?
What is NOT a characteristic of the basic structure doctrine?
What is NOT a characteristic of the basic structure doctrine?
Who is NOT associated with the authorship of the Panchatantra?
Who is NOT associated with the authorship of the Panchatantra?
Which of these is a false statement regarding the Parliament's powers?
Which of these is a false statement regarding the Parliament's powers?
Which concept is primarily associated with citizen rights in a democracy?
Which concept is primarily associated with citizen rights in a democracy?
Which of these writers is known for ancient Indian literature?
Which of these writers is known for ancient Indian literature?
Which of the following States is the leading producer of iron ore?
Which of the following States is the leading producer of iron ore?
Which of the following States does not have a High Court of its own?
Which of the following States does not have a High Court of its own?
The Constituent Assembly was set up according to the proposals of which mission?
The Constituent Assembly was set up according to the proposals of which mission?
The term 'Development Administration' was coined by whom?
The term 'Development Administration' was coined by whom?
Which language was added to the list of regional languages by the 21st Amendment?
Which language was added to the list of regional languages by the 21st Amendment?
Which of the following languages is NOT one of the officially recognized regional languages in India?
Which of the following languages is NOT one of the officially recognized regional languages in India?
Which State is NOT traditionally known for major iron ore production?
Which State is NOT traditionally known for major iron ore production?
Which of the following is NOT a function performed by a State High Court?
Which of the following is NOT a function performed by a State High Court?
What is the name of the remote controlled medical trolley introduced by the Indian Railways to help Covid-19 patients?
What is the name of the remote controlled medical trolley introduced by the Indian Railways to help Covid-19 patients?
Which ruler is associated with the title 'Sri Krishnadevaraya'?
Which ruler is associated with the title 'Sri Krishnadevaraya'?
Which of the following states is mentioned alongside Tamil Nadu?
Which of the following states is mentioned alongside Tamil Nadu?
In which year did the Mysore State Iron Works come into existence?
In which year did the Mysore State Iron Works come into existence?
Which of the following options does NOT belong to the list provided?
Which of the following options does NOT belong to the list provided?
Which of the following is NOT a name attributed to a ruler mentioned in the context?
Which of the following is NOT a name attributed to a ruler mentioned in the context?
Where was the Mysore State Iron Works established?
Where was the Mysore State Iron Works established?
Which option represents an alternative name for a ruler associated with Tamil Nadu?
Which option represents an alternative name for a ruler associated with Tamil Nadu?
Which Article of the Indian Constitution allows the Panchayat authority to levy, collect and distribute taxes, tariffs and fines?
Which Article of the Indian Constitution allows the Panchayat authority to levy, collect and distribute taxes, tariffs and fines?
What is one of Arthur Lewis's significant contributions?
What is one of Arthur Lewis's significant contributions?
Which of the following is not mentioned as a focus of Arthur Lewis's work?
Which of the following is not mentioned as a focus of Arthur Lewis's work?
What type of unemployment is specifically addressed in Arthur Lewis's contributions?
What type of unemployment is specifically addressed in Arthur Lewis's contributions?
Under which Article would the Panchayat authority be primarily involved in the distribution of resources?
Under which Article would the Panchayat authority be primarily involved in the distribution of resources?
Which targeted area of economic growth involves transitioning surplus labor from rural to urban settings?
Which targeted area of economic growth involves transitioning surplus labor from rural to urban settings?
Which of the following Articles deals with the structure of the Panchayat system?
Which of the following Articles deals with the structure of the Panchayat system?
What kind of economic issue does Arthur Lewis address through his theories?
What kind of economic issue does Arthur Lewis address through his theories?
Study Notes
Environmental Awareness and Organizations
- World Wetlands Day is celebrated on 2nd February annually.
- The Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) was established in 1981.
- The full form of UNFCCC is United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
Natural Resources and Geography
- The Western Ghats are known for a high richness of endemic species.
- Not all species are confined to the Western Ghats; multiple regions host endemic species.
- Chhattisgarh is recognized as the leading producer of iron ore in India.
- Sikkim is one of the states without a High Court of its own.
Historical Context and Development
- The Constituent Assembly was set up according to the Cabinet Mission proposals.
- 'Development Administration' was coined by F.W. Riggs.
- The foundational case by Keshavananda Bharati established that basic structure of the Constitution cannot be amendable.
Language and Literature
- Kannada versions of the Panchatantra were penned by various authors, including Ranaraga.
Medical Innovation
- The Indian Railways introduced a remote-controlled medical trolley called MEDBOT to assist COVID-19 patients.
Socio-Economic Contributions
- Arthur Lewis is known for contributions towards developing solutions for disguised unemployment.
Article References (Indian Constitution)
- Article 243H pertains to the powers of Panchayati Raj institutions regarding taxes, tariffs, and fines.
- Article 243G outlines the powers to prepare plans for economic development and social justice at the local level.
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Test your knowledge on environmental awareness, significant geographical regions, and historical context in India. This quiz covers topics like wetlands, endemic species, and constitutional development. Challenge yourself and learn about the vital organizations and resources shaping our planet.
