Q86. Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in the news?
(a) Its extract is widely used in cosmetics.
(b) It tends to reduce
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UPSC Prelims
Q85. Consider the following statements:
The Barren Island volcano is an active volcano located in the Indian territory.
Barren Island lies about 140 km
Q84. “3D printing” has applications in which of the following?
Preparation of confectionery items
Manufacture of bionic ears
Automotive industry
Q83. The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), a UN mechanism to assist countries to transition towards greener and more inclusive economies
Q82. With reference to agricultural soils, consider the following statements:
A high content of organic matter in soil drastically reduces its water holding
Q80. Which among the following events happened earliest?
(a) Swami Dayanand established Arya Samaj.
(b) Dinabandhu Mitra wrote Neel Darpan.
Q79. In 1920, which of the following changed its name to “Swarajya Sabha”?
(a) All India Home Rule League
(b) Hindu Mahasabha
Q78. With reference to Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana, consider the following statements:
It is the flagship scheme of the Ministry of Labour
Q77. Which one of the following is an artificial lake?
(a) Kodaikanal (Tamil Nadu)
(b) Kolleru (Andhra Pradesh)
(c) Nainital (Uttarakhand)
Q76. Which of the following led to the introduction of English Education in India?
Charter Act of 1813
General Committee of Public Instruction, 1823