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QUESTION 221Consider the following statements regarding BlueBird Block-2:
1. It was launched using LVM3-M6.
2. It is part of a Low Earth Orbit constellation.
3. It is designed to provide direct-to-mobile 4G and 5G connectivity.
4. The mission resulted from a commercial agreement between NSIL and AST SpaceMobile.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
BlueBird Block-2 के संबंध में निम्नलिखित statements पर विचार कीजिए:
1. इसे LVM3-M6 द्वारा launch किया गया।
2. यह Low Earth Orbit constellation का हिस्सा है।
3. इसे direct-to-mobile 4G और 5G connectivity प्रदान करने के लिए design किया गया है।
4. Mission NSIL और AST SpaceMobile के commercial agreement का परिणाम था।
उपरोक्त में से कौन-से statements सही हैं?A. 1 and 2 onlyB. 1, 2 and 3 onlyC. 2, 3 and 4 onlyD. 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Answer: D
All four statements are correct. ISRO used LVM3-M6 for the launch from Sriharikota. BlueBird Block-2 is part of a global LEO constellation for direct-to-mobile connectivity. Its services are intended to include voice, video, text, streaming and data. The mission was undertaken under a commercial agreement between NewSpace India Limited, ISRO's commercial arm, and AST SpaceMobile.
Which launch vehicle was used by ISRO to launch AST SpaceMobile's BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite?
ISRO ने AST SpaceMobile के BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite को launch करने के लिए किस launch vehicle का उपयोग किया?A. PSLV-C62B. GSLV-F15C. LVM3-M6D. SSLV-D4
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Answer: C
ISRO launched the US communication satellite BlueBird Block-2 using LVM3-M6 from the Satish Dhawan Space Station at Sriharikota. The mission marked the heaviest satellite ever launched from Indian soil by an Indian launcher. BlueBird Block-2 belongs to a global Low Earth Orbit constellation intended to provide direct-to-mobile 4G and 5G connectivity for voice, video, text, streaming and data services. The mission resulted from a commercial agreement between ISRO's commercial arm, NewSpace India Limited, and US-based AST SpaceMobile.
Consider the following statements:
Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary is in Uttar Pradesh.
Atlas Moth belongs to the family Saturniidae.
TOD promotes public transport-oriented urban development.
Indi Lime has a GI tag.
India is a member of the East Asia Summit.
H. venkatadri is a slender gecko from Andhra Pradesh.
MYGS promotes simulated Gram Sabha participation among students.
CLAMP is related to coal land management.
Samriddh Gram combines physical and digital rural services.
AmazonFACE studies the response of tropical forests to elevated CO₂.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए:
हस्तिनापुर वन्यजीव अभयारण्य उत्तर प्रदेश में स्थित है।
एटलस मॉथ (Atlas Moth) सैटर्निडी (Saturniidae) कुल से संबंधित है।
TOD सार्वजनिक परिवहन-उन्मुख शहरी विकास को बढ़ावा देता है।
इंडी लाइम (Indi Lime) को GI टैग प्राप्त है।
भारत पूर्वी एशिया शिखर सम्मेलन (East Asia Summit) का सदस्य है।
H. venkatadri आंध्र प्रदेश में पाई जाने वाली एक पतली छिपकली (Slender Gecko) है।
MYGS छात्रों के बीच अनुकरणात्मक ग्राम सभा (Simulated Gram Sabha) में भागीदारी को बढ़ावा देता है।
CLAMP कोयला भूमि प्रबंधन (Coal Land Management) से संबंधित है।
समृद्ध ग्राम (Samriddh Gram) भौतिक और डिजिटल ग्रामीण सेवाओं को एकीकृत करता है।
AmazonFACE बढ़े हुए CO₂ स्तर के प्रति उष्णकटिबंधीय वनों की प्रतिक्रिया का अध्ययन करता है।
उपर्युक्त कथनों में से कितने सही हैं?A. Only sevenB. Only eightC. Only nineD. All ten
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Answer: D
1. Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary is in Uttar Pradesh — Correct.
Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Uttar Pradesh. It is an important protected area of western Uttar Pradesh and was established for the conservation of wildlife and their natural habitats.
2. Atlas Moth belongs to the family Saturniidae — Correct.
The Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas) belongs to the family Saturniidae, commonly known as the giant silk moth family. It is among the largest moths in the world in terms of wing surface area.
3. TOD promotes public transport-oriented urban development — Correct.
TOD stands for Transit-Oriented Development. It promotes compact, mixed-use and pedestrian-friendly development around public transport stations and mass-transit corridors. Its objective is to increase the use of public transport and reduce dependence on private vehicles.
4. Indi Lime has a GI tag — Correct.
Indi Lime is associated with the Indi region of Karnataka and has received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. A GI tag identifies a product whose quality, reputation or other characteristics are essentially linked to its geographical origin.
5. India is a member of the East Asia Summit — Correct.
India participates in the East Asia Summit (EAS). The EAS is a leaders-led regional forum that discusses important strategic, political and economic issues concerning the Indo-Pacific region.
6. H. venkatadri is a slender gecko from Andhra Pradesh — Correct.
Hemiphyllodactylus venkatadri is a species of slender gecko reported from the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh. It belongs to the genus Hemiphyllodactylus.
7. MYGS promotes simulated Gram Sabha participation among students — Correct.
MYGS refers to the Model Youth Gram Sabha initiative. It helps students understand grassroots democracy and Panchayati Raj institutions by allowing them to participate in simulated Gram Sabha proceedings and decision-making exercises.
8. CLAMP is related to coal land management — Correct.
CLAMP is associated with coal-sector land management and monitoring. It makes use of digital and geospatial technologies to improve the management, monitoring and transparency of land-related activities in the coal sector.
9. Samriddh Gram combines physical and digital rural services — Correct.
The Samriddh Gram approach seeks to improve the delivery of services in rural areas by integrating physical infrastructure with digital services, thereby making essential services more accessible to rural communities.
10. AmazonFACE studies tropical forest response to elevated CO₂ — Correct.
AmazonFACE stands for Amazon Free-Air CO₂ Enrichment. It is a scientific experiment designed to understand how Amazonian tropical forests respond to increased atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations. It is particularly important for understanding the future role of tropical forests in climate change.
Consider the following pairs of topics and their corresponding broad themes:
Atlas Moth and Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary — Environment and Biodiversity
Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) — Urban Development
East Asia Summit — International Relations
Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) — Local Governance
CLAMP — Digital Governance and Coal Land Management
Indi Lime GI Tag — Agriculture and Geographical Indications
AmazonFACE — Climate Science
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
निम्नलिखित विषयों और उनसे संबंधित व्यापक क्षेत्रों के युग्मों पर विचार कीजिए:
एटलस मॉथ और हस्तिनापुर वन्यजीव अभयारण्य — पर्यावरण और जैव विविधता
ट्रांजिट-ओरिएंटेड डेवलपमेंट (TOD) — शहरी विकास
पूर्वी एशिया शिखर सम्मेलन — अंतरराष्ट्रीय संबंध
मॉडल यूथ ग्राम सभा (MYGS) — स्थानीय शासन
CLAMP — डिजिटल शासन और कोयला भूमि प्रबंधन
इंडी लाइम GI टैग — कृषि और भौगोलिक संकेतक
AmazonFACE — जलवायु विज्ञान
उपर्युक्त युग्मों में से कितने सही सुमेलित हैं?A. Only fourB. Only fiveC. Only sixD. All seven
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Answer: D
Atlas Moth and Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary are associated with environment, wildlife and biodiversity. Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is an urban-planning approach that encourages development around public transport networks.
The East Asia Summit is an important regional forum and therefore falls under International Relations. Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) familiarises students with Gram Sabha proceedings and grassroots democratic governance, placing it under Local Governance.
CLAMP relates to technology-enabled management and monitoring of coal-sector land and can be studied under digital governance and coal land management. Indi Lime, a GI-tagged product, is relevant to agriculture and Geographical Indications. AmazonFACE examines how tropical forests respond to elevated atmospheric CO₂ and is therefore associated with climate science.
Hence, all seven pairs are correctly matched.
Consider the following pairs:
MYGS — Panchayati Raj
CLAMP — Coal sector
Samriddh Gram — Rural digital inclusion
AmazonFACE — Climate research
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
निम्नलिखित युग्मों पर विचार कीजिए:
MYGS — पंचायती राज
CLAMP — कोयला क्षेत्र
समृद्ध ग्राम — ग्रामीण डिजिटल समावेशन
AmazonFACE — जलवायु अनुसंधान
उपर्युक्त युग्मों में से कितने सही सुमेलित हैं?A. Only oneB. Only twoC. Only threeD. All four
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Answer: D
MYGS refers to the Model Youth Gram Sabha, an initiative connected with Panchayati Raj and grassroots democratic participation. It helps students understand the functioning of Gram Sabhas through simulated participation.
CLAMP is related to the coal sector, particularly land management and monitoring associated with coal mining areas.
Samriddh Gram focuses on improving rural service delivery by combining physical facilities with digital access, making it relevant to rural digital inclusion.
AmazonFACE is a scientific research initiative that studies how Amazonian tropical forests respond to elevated atmospheric carbon dioxide. It is therefore associated with climate research.
Hence, all four pairs are correctly matched.
Assertion (A): Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) can potentially reduce exposure to urban air pollutants.
Reason (R): TOD seeks to reduce reliance on personal vehicles and promote public transport, walking and cycling.
अभिकथन (A): ट्रांजिट-ओरिएंटेड डेवलपमेंट (TOD) शहरी वायु प्रदूषकों के संपर्क को कम करने में सहायक हो सकता है।
कारण (R): TOD निजी वाहनों पर निर्भरता कम करके सार्वजनिक परिवहन, पैदल चलने और साइकिल चलाने को बढ़ावा देता है।A. Both A and R are correct, and R is the correct explanation of A.B. Both A and R are correct, but R is not the correct explanation of A.C. A is correct, but R is incorrect.D. A is incorrect, but R is correct.
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Answer: A
Both the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are correct, and the Reason correctly explains the Assertion.
Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is an urban-planning approach that encourages compact, mixed-use and pedestrian-friendly development around public transport systems. One of its major objectives is to reduce people's dependence on private motor vehicles.
Greater use of public transport, walking and cycling can reduce the number of private vehicles on roads and consequently lower vehicular emissions. Road transport is an important source of urban air pollutants such as nitrogen oxides (NOx), particulate matter (PM) and carbon monoxide (CO).
Therefore, by reducing dependence on personal vehicles and encouraging cleaner and more sustainable modes of mobility, TOD can potentially contribute to lower urban air pollution and reduced exposure to certain air pollutants.
Hence, R correctly explains why A can be true.
Which of the following statements is correct?
निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सा कथन सही है?A. The East Asia Summit (EAS) is a leaders-led forum.B. Indi Lime is associated with Vijayapura district of Karnataka.C. AmazonFACE is located in Brazil.D. All of the above
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Answer: D
Statement A is correct: The East Asia Summit (EAS) is a leaders-led forum for dialogue and cooperation on important strategic, political and economic issues in the Indo-Pacific region. India is one of its participating countries.
Statement B is correct: Indi Lime is associated with the Indi region of Vijayapura district in Karnataka. The product is known for its geographical association with this region and has received Geographical Indication (GI) recognition.
Statement C is correct: AmazonFACE (Amazon Free-Air CO₂ Enrichment) is a major scientific research experiment in the Brazilian Amazon. It studies how tropical forests respond to increased concentrations of atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO₂), which is important for understanding the effects of climate change.
Therefore, A, B and C are all correct, making Option D — All of the above the correct answer.
Consider the following topics:
Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS)
Coal Land Acquisition, Management and Payment (CLAMP)
Samriddh Gram initiative
Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)
Which of the above are directly related to governance and public administration?
निम्नलिखित विषयों पर विचार कीजिए:
मॉडल यूथ ग्राम सभा (MYGS)
कोल लैंड एक्विजिशन, मैनेजमेंट एंड पेमेंट (CLAMP)
समृद्ध ग्राम पहल
ट्रांजिट-ओरिएंटेड डेवलपमेंट (TOD)
उपर्युक्त में से कौन-से विषय प्रत्यक्ष रूप से शासन एवं लोक प्रशासन से संबंधित हैं?A. 1 and 2 onlyB. 1, 2 and 3 onlyC. 2, 3 and 4 onlyD. 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Answer: D
All four topics have a direct connection with governance and public administration, although they operate in different sectors.
1. Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS): It is associated with grassroots democracy, Gram Sabha functioning and Panchayati Raj. It helps familiarise students with local self-government and participatory decision-making.
2. CLAMP: It is associated with the management of land-related matters in the coal sector. By facilitating systematic and technology-enabled land management, it represents an aspect of sectoral and digital governance.
3. Samriddh Gram: It is associated with improving the delivery and accessibility of services in rural areas, including the integration of physical and digital mechanisms. It therefore relates to rural governance and service delivery.
4. Transit-Oriented Development (TOD): TOD is an urban-planning and governance approach that integrates land-use planning with public transport. Its implementation requires coordination among urban development authorities, transport agencies and local governments.
Therefore, all four topics can be studied within the broader framework of governance and public administration.
Consider the following:
1. Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary
2. Atlas Moth
3. AmazonFACE
4. Hemiphyllodactylus venkatadri
Which of the above are associated with environment, biodiversity or ecological research?
निम्नलिखित पर विचार कीजिए:
1. हस्तिनापुर वन्यजीव अभयारण्य
2. एटलस मॉथ
3. AmazonFACE
4. Hemiphyllodactylus venkatadri
उपर्युक्त में से कौन-से पर्यावरण, जैव विविधता अथवा पारिस्थितिक अनुसंधान से संबंधित हैं?A. 1 and 2 onlyB. 1, 2 and 3 onlyC. 2, 3 and 4 onlyD. 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Answer: D
All four are associated with environment, biodiversity or ecological research.
1. Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary: It is a protected area in Uttar Pradesh and is important for the conservation of wildlife, natural habitats and biodiversity.
2. Atlas Moth: The Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas) is a large moth belonging to the family Saturniidae. As an animal species, it forms part of biodiversity and is relevant to zoology and wildlife studies.
3. AmazonFACE: AmazonFACE stands for Amazon Free-Air CO₂ Enrichment. It is a scientific experiment that examines how Amazonian tropical forests respond to elevated atmospheric CO₂, making it important for ecology and climate-change research.
4. Hemiphyllodactylus venkatadri: It is a slender gecko species reported from the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh. The discovery and study of such species are directly relevant to biodiversity, taxonomy and conservation.
Therefore, all four are associated with environment, biodiversity or ecological research.
Which of the following initiatives is associated with BharatNet connectivity, Health ATMs, smart classrooms, ONDC access and digital banking services in rural areas?
निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सी पहल ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों में भारतनेट कनेक्टिविटी, हेल्थ ATM, स्मार्ट क्लासरूम, ONDC तक पहुँच और डिजिटल बैंकिंग सेवाओं से संबंधित है?A. Samriddh Gram Phygital ServicesB. Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS)C. Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)D. East Asia Summit (EAS)
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Answer: A
The correct answer is Samriddh Gram Phygital Services. The initiative seeks to strengthen rural service delivery by combining physical infrastructure with digital connectivity and technology-enabled services. Features such as BharatNet connectivity, Health ATMs, smart classrooms, access to ONDC and digital banking illustrate this phygital approach. MYGS is associated with simulated Gram Sabha participation and Panchayati Raj awareness among students. TOD is an urban-planning approach centred on public transport, while the East Asia Summit is a leaders-led regional forum dealing with strategic, political and economic issues. Therefore, Option A is correct.
Which of the following initiatives is associated with land acquisition, compensation, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R), and land management for coal PSUs?
निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सी पहल कोयला सार्वजनिक क्षेत्र के उपक्रमों (Coal PSUs) के लिए भूमि अधिग्रहण, मुआवजा, पुनर्वास एवं पुनर्स्थापन (R&R) तथा भूमि प्रबंधन से संबंधित है?A. Coal Land Acquisition, Management and Payment (CLAMP)B. Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)C. Amazon Free-Air CO₂ Enrichment (AmazonFACE)D. Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS)
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Answer: A
The correct answer is Coal Land Acquisition, Management and Payment (CLAMP). CLAMP is associated with the coal sector and is designed to facilitate and streamline land-related processes involving coal Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). It covers important aspects such as land acquisition, compensation, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R), land management and related payments. APEDA is concerned with the promotion and development of exports of agricultural and processed food products. AmazonFACE is a scientific experiment studying the response of Amazonian tropical forests to elevated atmospheric CO₂. MYGS, or Model Youth Gram Sabha, is associated with Panchayati Raj and simulated Gram Sabha participation among students. Therefore, Option A is correct.
Which of the following urban development approaches promotes public transport, mixed land use, pedestrian-friendly design and reduced dependence on private vehicles?
निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सा शहरी विकास दृष्टिकोण सार्वजनिक परिवहन, मिश्रित भूमि उपयोग, पैदल यात्रियों के अनुकूल डिजाइन तथा निजी वाहनों पर कम निर्भरता को बढ़ावा देता है?A. Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)B. Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS)C. East Asia Summit (EAS)D. Coal Land Acquisition, Management and Payment (CLAMP)
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Answer: A
The correct answer is Transit-Oriented Development (TOD). TOD is an urban planning approach that promotes compact and mixed-use development around public transport stations and transit corridors. It encourages people to use public transport, walk and cycle by creating pedestrian-friendly neighbourhoods and improving access to mass transit. By integrating land-use planning with transport planning, TOD seeks to reduce dependence on private vehicles, traffic congestion, travel distances and vehicular emissions. MYGS, or Model Youth Gram Sabha, is associated with Panchayati Raj and grassroots democratic participation among students. The East Asia Summit (EAS) is a leaders-led regional forum dealing with strategic, political and economic issues. CLAMP is associated with land acquisition, management, compensation and related processes in the coal sector. Therefore, Option A is correct.
Which of the following species is a slender gecko associated with the Tirumala Hills of Andhra Pradesh and was described by researchers from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI)?
निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सी प्रजाति आंध्र प्रदेश की तिरुमाला पहाड़ियों से संबंधित एक स्लेंडर गेको है, जिसका वर्णन भारतीय प्राणी सर्वेक्षण (ZSI) के शोधकर्ताओं द्वारा किया गया?A. Hemiphyllodactylus venkatadri (H. venkatadri)B. Atlas MothC. Indi LimeD. AmazonFACE
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Answer: A
The correct answer is Hemiphyllodactylus venkatadri (H. venkatadri). It is a species of slender gecko associated with the Tirumala Hills in Andhra Pradesh and belongs to the genus Hemiphyllodactylus. Its description is associated with researchers from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI). The species is significant from the perspective of biodiversity, taxonomy and the distinctive reptile diversity of the Eastern Ghats. The Atlas Moth is a large moth belonging to the family Saturniidae. Indi Lime is a GI-tagged agricultural product associated with Karnataka, while AmazonFACE is a climate research experiment studying the response of Amazonian tropical forests to elevated atmospheric CO2. Therefore, Option A is correct.
Consider the following statements regarding the Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas):
1. Adult Atlas Moths lack functional mouthparts and generally do not feed during their adult stage.
2. The species is primarily associated with tropical and subtropical forest habitats of Asia.
3. Female Atlas Moths are generally larger and heavier than males.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
एटलस मॉथ (Attacus atlas) के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए:
1. वयस्क एटलस मॉथ में कार्यशील मुखांग नहीं होते और सामान्यतः वे अपनी वयस्क अवस्था में भोजन नहीं करते हैं।
2. यह प्रजाति मुख्य रूप से एशिया के उष्णकटिबंधीय और उपोष्णकटिबंधीय वन क्षेत्रों से संबंधित है।
3. मादा एटलस मॉथ सामान्यतः नर की तुलना में बड़ी और भारी होती हैं।
उपर्युक्त कथनों में से कौन-से सही हैं?A. 1 onlyB. 1 and 2 onlyC. 2 and 3 onlyD. 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: D
The correct answer is 1, 2 and 3. All three statements regarding the Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas) are correct. Statement 1 is correct because adult Atlas Moths have highly reduced, non-functional mouthparts and generally do not feed after emerging from the cocoon. They survive largely on energy reserves accumulated during the caterpillar stage, which also contributes to their relatively short adult lifespan. Statement 2 is correct because the Atlas Moth is native to parts of tropical and subtropical Asia and is associated with forested habitats. It belongs to the family Saturniidae, commonly known as the giant silk moth family. Statement 3 is also correct. Female Atlas Moths are generally larger and heavier than males, whereas males can be distinguished by their broader, more feathery antennae, which help them detect female pheromones. The Atlas Moth is notable for its exceptionally large wings and is regarded as one of the world's largest moths. Therefore, Option D is correct.
Which of the following pairs is incorrectly matched?
निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सा युग्म गलत सुमेलित है?A. Indi Lime — Vijayapura, KarnatakaB. AmazonFACE — Manaus, BrazilC. Hemiphyllodactylus venkatadri — Tirumala Hills, Andhra PradeshD. Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary — Rajasthan
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Answer: D
The correct answer is Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary — Rajasthan, as this pair is incorrectly matched. Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Uttar Pradesh, not Rajasthan. It is an important protected area of western Uttar Pradesh and is associated with the conservation of wildlife and natural habitats. Indi Lime is associated with the Indi region of Vijayapura district in Karnataka. AmazonFACE (Amazon Free-Air CO2 Enrichment) is a scientific experiment in the Brazilian Amazon near Manaus that studies how tropical forests respond to elevated atmospheric carbon dioxide. Hemiphyllodactylus venkatadri is a slender gecko associated with the Tirumala Hills of Andhra Pradesh. Therefore, the first three pairs are correctly matched, while the fourth pair is incorrectly matched. Hence, Option D is correct.
Which one of the following is NOT a service associated with the Samriddh Gram initiative?
निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सी सेवा समृद्ध ग्राम (Samriddh Gram) पहल से संबंधित नहीं है?A. TeleconsultationB. Smart irrigationC. Digital bankingD. Nuclear power generation
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Answer: D
The correct answer is Nuclear power generation. The Samriddh Gram initiative is associated with improving access to essential services in rural areas by combining physical infrastructure with digital technologies, often described as a 'phygital' model of service delivery. Services and facilities associated with this approach include digital connectivity, teleconsultation and healthcare services, smart classrooms and education, digital banking and financial services, agricultural support such as smart irrigation, and access to digital commerce platforms. Nuclear power generation, on the other hand, is a large-scale energy-sector activity involving the generation of electricity through nuclear reactors and is not a service under the Samriddh Gram initiative. Therefore, Option D is correct.
Which of the following digital platforms is designed to streamline land-related processes and reduce procedural delays in the coal sector?
निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सा डिजिटल प्लेटफॉर्म कोयला क्षेत्र में भूमि संबंधी प्रक्रियाओं को सुव्यवस्थित करने और प्रक्रियात्मक देरी को कम करने के लिए बनाया गया है?A. Coal Land Acquisition, Management and Payment (CLAMP)B. Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS)C. East Asia Summit (EAS)D. Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)
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Answer: A
The correct answer is Coal Land Acquisition, Management and Payment (CLAMP). CLAMP is a digital platform associated with the coal sector that seeks to streamline and improve the management of land-related processes. It facilitates activities connected with land acquisition, compensation, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R), land management and related payments involving coal Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). By digitising and integrating these processes, the platform aims to improve transparency, coordination and efficiency while reducing procedural delays. MYGS, or Model Youth Gram Sabha, is associated with Panchayati Raj and grassroots democratic participation among students. The East Asia Summit (EAS) is a leaders-led regional forum, while Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is an urban-planning approach centred on public transport and compact development. Therefore, Option A is correct.
Which of the following initiatives directly involves students in a simulated Gram Sabha exercise that may include activities such as discussing local issues, planning development priorities and preparing a village budget?
निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सी पहल विद्यार्थियों को अनुकरणात्मक ग्राम सभा अभ्यास में प्रत्यक्ष रूप से शामिल करती है, जिसमें स्थानीय मुद्दों पर चर्चा, विकास प्राथमिकताओं का निर्धारण और ग्राम बजट तैयार करने जैसी गतिविधियाँ शामिल हो सकती हैं?A. Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS)B. Coal Land Acquisition, Management and Payment (CLAMP)C. Amazon Free-Air CO2 Enrichment (AmazonFACE)D. Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)
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Answer: A
The correct answer is Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS). MYGS is an educational initiative designed to familiarise students with grassroots democracy, Panchayati Raj institutions and the functioning of a Gram Sabha through simulated proceedings. Students can assume different roles and participate in activities such as discussing village issues, identifying development priorities, considering allocation of resources and understanding village-level budgeting and decision-making. Such simulations provide practical exposure to participatory governance and help students understand how citizens can contribute to local development. CLAMP is associated with land acquisition, management, compensation and related processes in the coal sector. AmazonFACE is a scientific experiment studying the response of Amazonian tropical forests to elevated atmospheric CO2. TOD is an urban-planning approach that promotes public transport, mixed land use and reduced dependence on private vehicles. Therefore, Option A is correct.
In the context of the Samriddh Gram initiative, what does the term 'phygital' imply?
समृद्ध ग्राम (Samriddh Gram) पहल के संदर्भ में 'फिजिटल' (Phygital) शब्द का क्या अर्थ है?A. Integration of physical and digital service deliveryB. Only digital service deliveryC. Only physical service deliveryD. Integration of financial and physical services only
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Answer: A
The correct answer is Integration of physical and digital service delivery. The term 'phygital' is formed by combining 'physical' and 'digital'. In the context of Samriddh Gram, it refers to a service-delivery model that combines physical infrastructure and on-ground facilities with digital connectivity and technology-enabled services. This approach can enable rural communities to access services such as digital banking, teleconsultation, smart classrooms, digital commerce and other technology-based facilities while retaining physical points of access and assistance. Thus, phygital does not mean exclusively digital or exclusively physical delivery; rather, it integrates both modes to make rural services more accessible and effective. Therefore, Option A is correct.
Which of the following combinations is correctly matched?
निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सा संयोजन सही सुमेलित है?A. Atlas Moth — SaturniidaeB. Hemiphyllodactylus venkatadri — Slender GeckoC. Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary — Central Asian FlywayD. All of the above
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Answer: D
The correct answer is All of the above. All three combinations are correctly matched. The Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas) belongs to the family Saturniidae, commonly known as the giant silk moth family. Hemiphyllodactylus venkatadri is a species of slender gecko associated with the Tirumala Hills of Andhra Pradesh and is important from the perspective of reptile biodiversity and taxonomy. Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Uttar Pradesh and lies within the broader Central Asian Flyway region used by numerous migratory bird species travelling between their breeding and wintering grounds. The sanctuary and the wetlands of the upper Ganga region provide important habitats for resident as well as migratory birds. Therefore, Options A, B and C are correctly matched, making Option D the correct answer.
