Consider the following statements:

  1. Maize can be used for the production of starch.
  2. Oil extracted from maize can be a feedstock for biodiesel.
  3. Alcoholic beverages can be produced by using maize.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2014 Prelims]

(a) 1 only.

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (d)        

Explanation:

  • The process of producing maize starch is known as wet milling.
  • This process entails grinding softened maize and separating various components such as corn oil seeds (germs), gluten (proteins), fibers (husk), and ultimately obtaining pure starch. Hence, statement is correct.
  • Oil extracted from maize that can be converted into ethanol or biodiesel. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
  • The type of alcohol in the alcoholic drinks we drink is a chemical called ethanol. To make alcohol, you need to put grains, fruits, or vegetables through a process called fermentation. The common source of ethanol is maize and other grains. Hence, statement 3 is correct.

Consider the following statements:                                                                   The Parliament of India can place a particular law in the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution of India. The validity of a law placed in the Ninth Schedule cannot be examined by any court and no judgement can be made on it. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements:                                               

Read More »

Consider the following statements:                                                         The Parliament of India can place a particular law in the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution of India. The validity of a law placed in the Ninth Schedule cannot be examined by any court and no judgement can be made on it. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements:                                               

Read More »
Loading...
Left Menu Icon