UPSC

Q19. Consider the following statements: According to the Constitution of India, a person who is eligible to vote can be made a minister

Bioprospecting, also known as biodiversity prospecting, is the exploration and utilization of novel products derived from nature. 

Species types encompass a vast array of organisms that inhabit our planet, each possessing unique characteristics and playing crucial roles within their respective ecosystems.

Q18. With reference to the provisions contained in Part IV of the Constitution of India, which of the following statements is/are correct? They shall be

Q17. “Gold Tranche” (Reserve Tranche) refers to (a) a loan system of the World Bank (b) one of the operations of a Central Bank

Endemism refers to the state of being restricted in geographical distribution to a specific area or region. It is an ecological classification that characterizes the range or distribution of a …

Q16. The Preamble to the Constitution of India is (a) a part of the Constitution but has no legal effect (b) not a part of the Constitution

Biodiversity is the collective term for all living organisms on Earth, encompassing the diversity within and among various ecosystems. 

Biodiversity encompasses the abundance and diversity of life forms on Earth, constituting the most intricate and crucial aspect of our planet. 

The acknowledgment of a site as a “Ramsar Site” and its inclusion in the List signify the government’s commitment to taking necessary measures for the preservation of its ecological character.