.Euphranta siruvani is a new species of fruit fly have recently discovered in:

  1. Gujarat
  2. Tamilnadu
  3. Assam
  4. Kerala

Answer: (b) Tamilnadu

Explanation:

In NEWS: A new species of fruit fly named after Siruvani

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/a-new-species-of-fruit-fly-named-after-siruvani/article33560405.ece


Consider the following Statements regarding Central Waqf Council

1.It is a statutory body under the administrative control of the Ministry of Minority Affairs

2.It consists of Chairperson and other members are not exceeding 20 in number

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

In NEWS: Waqf properties in the Union Territory to be geo-tagged

About Central Waqf Council

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/puducherry/waqf-properties-in-the-union-territory-to-be-geo-tagged/article33565962.ece


.Consider the following Statements regarding Wheat

1.It requires 50 to 75 cm of annual rainfall evenly- distributed over the growing season.

2.It is a temperate crop which requires a cool climate

3.Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan and parts of Madhya Pradesh are the major wheat-producing states

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 and 3 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 2 only
  4. 1,2 and 3

Answer: (d) 1,2 and 3

Explanation:

In NEWS: First rice, now wheat: India rides on global grain trade bandwagon

About Wheat crop:

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/india/first-rice-now-wheat-india-rides-on-global-grain-trade-bandwagon-7145485/


Consider the following Statements regarding Asmi

1.It is the India’s first indigenous 9mm machine pistol

2.It has been jointly developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation and Indian Army

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

In NEWS: DRDO and Indian Army jointly develop India’s first indigenous 9mm Machine Pistol

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/pune/drdo-india-pistol-asmi-7146496/


Consider the following statements regarding Natural Capital Accounting and Valuation of Ecosystem Services (NCAVES)

1.It helps nations advance the knowledge on environmental-economic accounting that can help in ensuring sustainable economic growth..

2.The NCAVES Project is being implemented in five countries including India by the United Nation Environment Programme (UNEP)

3.The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation has taken up several initiatives under the NCAVES Project during the past three years.

                Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. 1 and 3 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 2 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3

Answer: d) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation

In News: NCAVES India Forum 2021

Source: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1688608


With reference to Forest Fires in Himachal Pradesh, consider the following statements

1.Forest fires are a recurrent annual phenomenon in the state, and most commonly occur in Chir Pine forests.

2.In the summer season, forest fires occur frequently in the low and middle hills of the state, where forests of Chir Pine are common.

3.During the post-monsoon season and in winters, forest fires are also reported in higher areas, including parts of Shimla, Kullu, Chamba, Kangra and Mandi districts, where they usually occur in grasslands.

Select the correct answer using the code given below

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3

Answer: d) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

In NEWS: Why forest fires are common in Himachal Pradesh

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-why-forest-fires-are-common-in-himachal-pradesh-7145869/


Consider the following Statements

1.Ude Desh Ka Aam Naagrik (UDAN) was launched as a regional connectivity scheme (RCS) under the Ministry of Civil Aviation in 2016.

2.It aims to provide affordable, economically viable and profitable air travel on regional routes to the common man even in small towns.

3.First flight to the newly constructed Hisar airport in Haryana from Chandigarh was flagged off under the Regional Connectivity Scheme – Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik (RCS-UDAN) of the Government of India.

Select the correct answer using the code given below

  1. 1 and 2 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3

Answer: d) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

In NEWS: Haryana CM inaugurates country’s first air taxi service from Chandigarh to Hisar

Source:

https://www.livemint.com/news/india/haryana-cm-inaugurates-country-s-first-air-taxi-service-from-chandigarh-to-hisar-11610629809304.html

Consider the following statements regarding National Innovation Portal (NIP)

1.NIP is currently home to about 1.15 lakh innovations scouted from common people of the country, covering Engineering, Agriculture, Veterinary and Human Health.

2.It was developed by National Innovation Foundation

3.It is an autonomous body of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Answer: d) 1,2 and 3

Explanation:

In News:

Source: https://www.outlookindia.com/newsscroll/harsh-vardhan-dedicates-innovation-portal-to-nation/2010558


Which of the following statements correctly explain the impact of Industrial Revolution on India during the first half of the nineteenth century?

1.Indian handicrafts were ruined.

2.Machines were introduced in the Indian textile industry in large numbers.

3.Railway lines were laid in many parts of the country

4.Heavy duties were imposed on the imports of British manufactures

Answer: (a) Indian handicrafts were ruined.

Explanation:


The seasonal reversal of winds is the typical characteristic of

1.Equatorial climate

2.Mediterranean climate

3.Monsoon climate

4.All of the above climates

Answer: (c) Monsoon climate