22th March 2024 | [Quiz] Current | For Prelims 2024

Consider the following statements about peatlands: 1. The ecological function of peatlands includes supporting biodiversity, controlling floods, and filtering pollutants from water sources. 2. The accumulation of partially decomposed plant matter in peatlands is facilitated by the lack of oxygen in waterlogged conditions. 3. The impact of climate change on peatlands could exacerbate global warming by releasing stored carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. How many of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the Draft Disclosure Framework on Climate-related Financial Risks, 2024: 1. It encompasses potential risks arising both from climate change and the efforts to mitigate it, with implications for regulated entities like banks and NBFCs. 2. The disclosure requirements apply exclusively to Indian financial institutions and do not cover foreign banks operating within India. Which of the above give statement is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC): Statement-I: The NCBC was initially created as a statutory body by the National Commission for Backward Classes Act of 1993 before being granted constitutional status. Statement-II: The primary function of NCBC is to regulate and enforce employment quotas for backward classes in private sector jobs. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Consider the following statements regarding Photonic Crystals (PCs): Statement-I: Photonic crystals are materials characterized by a uniform refractive index that affects the propagation of sound waves. Statement-II: Photonic crystals possess photonic bandgaps (PBGs) that restrict certain wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation, influencing how light propagates through these structures. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Regarding NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission, which statement is true?