Which of the following adopted a law on data protection and privacy for its citizens known as General Data Protection Regulation’ in April 2016 and started implementation of it from 25th May, 2018?
Which of the following adopted a law on data protection and privacy for its citizens known as General Data Protection Regulation’ in April 2016 and started implementation of it from 25th May, 2018? [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2019 Prelims] (a) Australia (b) Canada (c) The European Union (d) The United States of America Answer: […]
With reference to the “United Nations Credentials Committee”, consider the following statements: It is a committee set up by the UN Security Council and works under its supervision. It traditionally meets in March, June and September every year. It assesses the credentials of all UN members before submitting a report to the General Assembly for approval. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the “United Nations Credentials Committee”, consider the following statements: It is a committee set up by the UN Security Council and works under its supervision. It traditionally meets in March, June and September every year. It assesses the credentials of all UN members before submitting a report to the General Assembly for […]
The Brahmaputra, Irrawaddy and Mekong rivers originate in Tibet narrow and parallel mountain ranges in their upper reaches. Of these rivers, Brahmaputra makes a “U” turn in its course to flow into India. This “U” turn is due to?
The Brahmaputra, Irrawaddy and Mekong rivers originate in Tibet narrow and parallel mountain ranges in their upper reaches. Of these rivers, Brahmaputra makes a “U” turn in its course to flow into India. This “U” turn is due to? [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2011 Prelims] (a) Uplift of folded Himalayan series. (b) Syntaxial bending […]
The jet aircrafts fly very easily and smoothly in the lower stratosphere. What could be the appropriate explanation? There are no clouds or water vapour in the lower stratosphere. There are no vertical winds in the lower stratosphere. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct in this context?
The jet aircrafts fly very easily and smoothly in the lower stratosphere. What could be the appropriate explanation? There are no clouds or water vapour in the lower stratosphere. There are no vertical winds in the lower stratosphere. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct in this context? [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2011 […]
What could be the main reason(s) for the formation of African and Eurasian desert belt? It is located in the sub-tropical high pressure cells. It is under the influence of warm ocean currents. Which of the statement(s) give above is/are correct in this context?
What could be the main reason(s) for the formation of African and Eurasian desert belt? It is located in the sub-tropical high pressure cells. It is under the influence of warm ocean currents. Which of the statement(s) give above is/are correct in this context? [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2011 Prelims] (a) 1 only (b) […]
A layer in the Earth’s atmosphere called Ionosphere facilitates radio communication. Why? The presence of ozone causes the reflection of radio waves to Earth. Radio waves have a very long wavelength. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
A layer in the Earth’s atmosphere called Ionosphere facilitates radio communication. Why? The presence of ozone causes the reflection of radio waves to Earth. Radio waves have a very long wavelength. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2011 Prelims] (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 […]
Westerlies in southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in northern hemisphere. Why? Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to northern hemisphere. Coriolis force is higher in southern hemisphere as compared to northern hemisphere Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Westerlies in southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in northern hemisphere. Why? Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to northern hemisphere. Coriolis force is higher in southern hemisphere as compared to northern hemisphere Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2011 Prelims] (a) 1 only (b) 2 […]
What is the difference between asteroids and comets? Asteroids are small rocky planetoids, while comets are formed of frozen gases held together by rocky and metallic material. Asteroids are found mostly between the orbits of Jupiter and Mars, while comets are found mostly between Venus and Mercury. Comets show a perceptible glowing tail, while asteroids do not. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
What is the difference between asteroids and comets? Asteroids are small rocky planetoids, while comets are formed of frozen gases held together by rocky and metallic material. Asteroids are found mostly between the orbits of Jupiter and Mars, while comets are found mostly between Venus and Mercury. Comets show a perceptible glowing tail, while asteroids […]
Salinization occurs when the irrigation water accumulated in the soil evaporates, leaving behind salts and minerals. What are the effects of salinization on the irrigated land?
Salinization occurs when the irrigation water accumulated in the soil evaporates, leaving behind salts and minerals. What are the effects of salinization on the irrigated land? [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2011 Prelims] (a) It greatly increases the crop production (b) It makes some soils impermeable (c) It raises the water table (d) It fills […]
With reference to micro-irrigation, which of the following statements is/are correct? Fertilizer/nutrient loss can be reduced. It is the only means of irrigation in dry land farming. In some areas of farming, receding of ground water table can be checked. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
With reference to micro-irrigation, which of the following statements is/are correct? Fertilizer/nutrient loss can be reduced. It is the only means of irrigation in dry land farming. In some areas of farming, receding of ground water table can be checked. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2011 […]
