19th July 2024 | [Quiz] Current | For Prelims 2024

Arrange the following disputed regions of the South China Sea from North to South and choose the correct answer using the code given below:

1. Scarborough Shoals
2. Spratly islands
3. Paracel islands
4. Natuna islands

Which of the following criteria are used to identify deemed forests in India?

1. Shown as forests in Revenue Land Records.
2. Having a density of 100 trees per acre.
3. Being stretches of land along roads and drains that are at least 10 km long.

Consider the following statements regarding the categorization of Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) in India:

1. Miniratna companies are divided into Miniratna-I and Miniratna-II based on financial criteria and operational performance.
2. Navratna companies can invest up to Rs. 1,000 crore or 15% of their net worth in a single project without government approval.
3. Maharatna companies can invest up to 15% of their net worth in joint ventures or wholly-owned subsidiaries without government approval.

How many of the statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the Indian money market:

1. The Indian money market facilitates the borrowing and lending of short-term funds, typically up to one year.
2. The unorganized money market is regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
3. Instruments traded in the organized money market include Treasury Bills, Certificates of Deposit, and Commercial Paper.

Which of the statements is/are correct?

Which of the following authorities are established under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972?

1. National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA)
2. Central Zoo Authority
3. State Wildlife Advisory Boards