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Q1. Consider the following countries.
1. West Bank
2. Jordan
3. Gaza Strip
4. Lebanon
Which of the above share/s boundary with Mediterranean Sea?
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2, 3 and 4 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 3 and 4 only
Solution: d
Explanation:
See, you have done lot of these map. Its time now to recall. Try to draw map in your mind of
west Asia now before looking to solutions. See how much you can draw in your map. Please
do it.
Jordan is Hero. What he will do near Mediterranean Sea? Now, you won’t confuse between
Lebanon and Jordan.
No need to run just to complete topics. The same question you will do somewhere again by
seeing solutions. Just finish it today.
Q2. Consider the following statements regarding India State Forest Report (ISFR) 2019.
1. Total forest and tree cover of the country has increased compared to last report.
2. Mangrove Cover has increased compared to the last report.
3. There is an increase in bamboo bearing area as compared to the last assessment of
ISFR 2017
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1 and 3 only
d. 1, 2 and 3
Solution: d
Explanation:
Since IFS students are also giving exam with you, questions related to environment become
important. Nobody will ask you exact data. Just have a basic learning.
Key Findings of ISFR 2019

As compared to the assessment of 2017, there is an increase of 5,188 sq. km in the total
forest and tree cover of the country. Out of this, the increase in the forest cover has been
observed as 3,976 sq. km and that in tree cover is 1,212 sq. km;
States ranking (Area-wise):
Madhya Pradesh has the largest forest cover in the country followed by Arunachal
Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha and Maharashtra.
States ranking (Forest cover as percentage of total geographical area):
Of the top five States are Mizoram (85.41%), Arunachal Pradesh (79.63%), Meghalaya
(76.33%), Manipur (75.46%) and Nagaland (75.31%).
See below in the image:

Mangroves Report 2019.
The current assessment shows that mangrove cover in the country is 4,975 sq. km,
which is 0.15% of the country’s total geographical area. There has been a net increase
of 54 sq. km in the mangrove cover of the country as compared to 2017 assessment.
Bamboo Report 2019
Bamboos are one of the fastest growing perennial plants in the world. They belong to the
family Poaceae (Graminae) and are found in the in the tropical, sub-tropical and mild
temperate regions of the world. In India, bamboo grows naturally almost throughout the
country except in Kashmir region.
The Government of India, in a landmark initiative, has promulgated the Indian Forest
(Amendment) Ordinance, 2017 to exempt bamboo grown in non-forest areas from the
definition of tree, by amending the Section 2 (7) of the Indian Forest Act 1927 and
thereby dispensing with the requirement of felling/ transit permit for its transport and
economic use.
The extent of bamboo bearing area of the country has been estimated 16.00 million
hectares. There is an increase of 0.32 million hectare in bamboo bearing area as
compared to the last assessment of ISFR 2017. The total estimated green weight of bamboo
culms is 278 million tonnes, slowly an increase of 88 million tonnes as compared to ISFR
2017.
Q3. Kalapani territory was recently in news. It is disputed territory:
a. Nepal and Bihar state of India.

b. Nepal and Uttarakhand of India
c. Nepal and Sikkim of India
d. Bhutan and India
Solution: b
Explanation:
The Nepal National Assembly has unanimously asked the government to intensify the
ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the Nepal-India border dispute in the Kalapani region.
The Kalapani territory is an area disputed between India and Nepal, but under Indian
administration as part of Pithoragarh district in the Uttarakhand state.
Link: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/the-kalapani-dispute-all-you-need-
to-know/articleshow/73078440.cms
Q4. Consider the following statements.
1. Zonal Councils were set up during prime ministership of Jawahar Lal Nehru.
2. Chief Minister and Governors of each zone are the members of the Zonal Council.
3. It is an advisory body which takes up issues of common interest of different states.
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1 and 3 only
d. 3 only
Solution: c
Explanation:
The idea of creation of Zonal Councils was mooted by the first Prime Minister of India,
Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru in 1956. If you remember, something similar was asked in
Prelims 2019:
Zonal Councils were set up under States Re-organisation Act, 1956. There are total five
Zonal Councils- North, South, West, East and Central.
Don’t include North-Eastern Zonal Councils in it. North Eastern Council is a statutory
advisory body constituted under the NEC Act 1971.
Q5. Consider the following statements regarding National Investigation Agency (NIA).
1. It is a statutory body under Ministry of Home Affairs.

2. Recent National Investigation Agency (Amendment) Bill, 2019 has repealed the
Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 (POTA).
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: a
Explanation:
It is a statutory body under Ministry of Home Affairs.

POTA has been repealed in 2004. It has nothing to do with NIA Amendment Act,
2019.
The latest amendments will enable the NIA to additionally investigate offenses related to
human trafficking, counterfeit currency, manufacture or sale of prohibited arms, cyber-
terrorism, and offenses under the Explosive Substances Act, 1908.
1. The Constitution of India mentions no ground for removal of the Vice President.
2. The Indian Constitution has provisions of Proportional Representation (PR)
System for election of the Vice-President.
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: c
Explanation:
The Indian Constitution provides for Proportional Representation (PR) system for
election of the President, the Vice President, and for the elections to the Rajya Sabha
and Vidhan Parishads/Legislative Councils.
He can be removed by a resolution of the Rajya Sabha passed by an absolute majority (i.e. a
majority of the total members of the House) and agreed to by the Lok Sabha. But no such
resolution can be moved unless at least 14 days’ advance notice has been given. Notably,
no ground has been mentioned in the Constitution for his removal. See below:
Please don’t do mistakes now for these questions. We have mentioned these articles few
Q7. ‘The giant Rafflesia tuan-mudae’ was seen in news for:
a. World’s Largest Flower

b. World’s Largest Mammal recently found in Western Ghats
c. World’s Largest hominid discovered recently
d. World’s Largest Butterfly species
Solution: a
Explanation:
Indonesian conservationists spotted the biggest specimen ever of what's already been
billed as one of the world's largest flowers.
The giant Rafflesia tuan-mudae—a fleshy red flower with white blister-like spots on its
enormous petals—came in at a whopping 111 centimetres (3.6 foot) in diameter.
That's bigger than the previous record of 107 centimetres on a bloom also found in the
jungles of West Sumatra several years ago.
Link: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/world-news/biggest-
bloom-worlds-largest-flower-spotted-in-indonesia/worlds-largest-
flower/slideshow/73095072.cms
Q8. In the context of Indian Constitution, consider the following statements.
1. The maximum number of representatives of the States in the Rajya Sabha has been
fixed at 250.
2. The allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha is done in accordance with a Statutory law
enacted by the Parliament of India.
Which of the above statements is/are not correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: c
Explanation:
The maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha is fixed at 250, out of which, only 238 are to be
the representatives of the States and Union Territories (elected indirectly) and 12 are
nominated by the President. Question asked is about representatives of States and UTs. So,
read carefully.
The fourth schedule of the Constitution deals with allocation of seats in the Rajya
Sabha to the States and Union Territories. It is not in the accordance with the law
made by the Parliament.
So, both are incorrect. Option c is right answer.
Q9. Consider the following pairs.

Foreign Travellers Under reign of
1. Domingo Paes Krishna Dev Raya
2. Ibn-e-Batuta Mohammad Bin
Tughlaq
3. Ralph Fitch Jahangir
Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?

a. 1 and 2 only
b. 1 and 3 only
c. 2 only
d. 3 only
Solution: a
Explanation:
Foreign Travellers Under reign of

1. Domingo Paes Krishna Dev Raya
2. Ibn-e-Batuta Mohammad Bin
Tughlaq
3. Ralph Fitch Akbar
Q10. Kamlang Tiger Reserve is in:
a. West Bengal
b. Odisha
c. Sikkim
d. Arunachal Pradesh
Solution: d
Explanation:
Kamlang Tiger Reserve is in Arunachal Pradesh.
Q11. Consider the following statements regarding India Forest State Report 2019
1. The carbon stock in India’s forests have increased from 2017.

2. Arunachal Pradesh has maximum carbon stock.
Which of the above statement is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: c
Explanation:
Under the current assessment the total carbon stock in country’s forest is estimated
7,124.6 million tonnes and there an increase of 42.6 million tonnes in the carbon stock
of country as compared to the last assessment of 2017.
The annual increase in the carbon stock is 21.3 million tonnes, which is 78.2 million tonnes
CO2 eq.
Arunachal Pradesh has maximum carbon stock of 1,051.32 million tonnes followed
by Madhya Pradesh (588.73 million tonnes), Chhattisgarh (480.25 million tonnes) and
Maharashtra (440.51 million tonnes).
Q12. In the context of India, consider the following statements regarding Scientific Social
Responsibility (SSR) Policy.
1. Scientific Social Responsibility Policy aims to encourage science and technology

institutions to connect science with the society.
2. A draft of this policy has been prepared by the Department of Science and
Technology (DST).
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: c
Explanation:
Now, this is important. Not too much in news after draft was released in September 2019. But
has full potential to hurt you in exam. GoalTide will help you out.
India is going to be possibly the first country in the world to implement a Scientific
Social Responsibility (SSR) Policy on the lines of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
to encourage science and technology (S&T) institutions and individual scientists in the
country to proactively engage in science outreach activities to connect science with the
society.
The policy aims to harness latent potential of the scientific community for
strengthening linkages between science and society, and for making S&T ecosystem
vibrant. It is aimed at developing a mechanism for ensuring access to scientific knowledge,
transferring benefits of science to meet societal needs, promoting collaborations to identify
problems and develop solutions.
A draft of the new policy has been made available by the Department of Science and
Technology (DST) on its website for public comments.
This draft policy builds upon traditions of earlier policies (Scientific Policy Resolution
1958, Technology Policy Statement 1983, Science and Technology Policy 2003 and Science
Technology and Innovation Policy 2013) while proposing more pragmatic provisions to
make institutions and individual scientists socially responsible.
Link: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/new-policy-on-scientific-social-
responsibility-soon-harsh-vardhan/articleshow/73079580.cms
Q13. New and Emerging Strategic Technologies (NEST), recently in news, comes under
Ministry?
a. Ministry of Science and Technology

b. Ministry of Electronic and Communication
c. Ministry of Urban Development
d. Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Solution: d
Explanation:
With India grappling with issues like the security implications of the introduction of 5G and
artificial intelligence, the Indian foreign ministry has announced the setting up of a
new division on New and Emerging Strategic Technologies (NEST).
The division will act as the nodal point in India’s foreign ministry for all matters connected
to new and emerging technologies including exchange of views with foreign governments
and coordination with domestic ministries and departments.
It will also help assess foreign policy and international legal implications of emerging
technology and technology-based resources.
Link: https://www.livemint.com/news/india/govt-sets-up-division-on-new-and-
emerging-strategic-technologies-11578052462379.html
Q14. Consider the following statements regarding Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund
(PMNRF).
1. It was established in 1948 by then Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru.

2. The budgetary allocation to this Fund has increased consistently in last three years.
3. All donations towards the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) are
notified for 100% deduction from taxable income.
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1 and 3 only
d. 1, 2 and 3
Solution: c
Explanation:
Whenever you get such options, first thing what you will try is to find any one wrong
statement. Finding one wrong statement will help you to correct this question.
First of all, there is no budgetary allocation to this find. It’s a voluntary contribution.
In pursuance of an appeal by the then Prime Minister, Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru in January
1948, the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) was established with public
contributions to assist displaced persons from Pakistan. The resources of the PMNRF are
now utilized primarily to render immediate relief to families of those killed in natural
calamities like floods, cyclones and earthquakes, etc. and to the victims of the major
accidents and riots.
Disbursements are made with the approval of the Prime Minister. PMNRF has not
been constituted by the Parliament.
PMNRF is exempt under Income Tax Act, 1961 under Section 10 and 139 for return
purposes. Contributions towards PMNRF are notified for 100% deduction from
taxable income under section 80(G) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
Prime Minister is the Chairman of PMNRF.
Just for information, see graph

Places in News Location

1. Lamu Island Kenya
2. Libya Borders Mediterranean
Sea
3. Puerto Rico Pacific Island
Which of the above pairs is/are correct?
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 3 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 1 and 3 only
Solution: a
Explanation:
News in Brief:
Militants (Al-Shabab) attack at military base in Lamu Island in Kenya.

Rise of militants’ attack in Libya.
Basic info: Libya has remained beset by turmoil since 2011 when a bloody NATO-backed
uprising led to the ouster and death of long-serving President Muammar Gaddafi after
more than four decades in power. Since then, Libya’s stark political divisions have yielded
two rival seats of power -- one in Tobruk and another in Tripoli -- and a host of heavily
armed militia groups.
Puerto Rico Earthquake 5.8 on scale.
Places in News Location

Lamu Island Kenya
Libya Borders Mediterranean
Sea
Puerto Rico Caribbean island
Festival in news Belongs to

1. Zo Kutpui Mizoram
2. Lai Haraoba Manipur
3. Yasosang Arunachal Pradesh
Which of the above pairs is/are correct?
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 3 only
c. 2 only
d. 1 and 3 only
Solution: a
Explanation:
Festival in news Belongs to

Zo Kutpui Mizoram
Lai Haraoba Manipur
Yasosang Manipur
Q17. Consider the following bodies.
1. District Planning committee.

2. Metropolitan Planning Committee
3. Ward Committee
4. Committee to examine the recommendation of Commission on official Language

Which of the above bodies is/are Constitutional Bodies?
a. 1 and 3 only
b. 1 and 2 only
c. 2 and 4 only
d. All of the above
Solution: d
Explanation:
These are very important constitutional bodies. Do read the details of each article
mentioned below. UPSC will ask about these bodies which we often ignore.
Article 243ZD:
There shall be constituted in every State at the district level a District Planning Committee
to consolidate the plans prepared by the Panchayats and the Municipalities in the district
and to prepare a draft development plan for the district as a whole.
Article 243ZE
There shall be constituted in every Metropolitan area Metropolitan Planning committee to

prepare a draft development plan for the Metropolitan area as a whole.
Article 243S
There shall be constituted Wards Committees, consisting of one or more wards, within the
territorial area of a Municipality having a population of three lakhs or more.
Article 344
Commission and Committee on official language.
The President shall, at the expiration of five years from the commencement of this
Constitution and thereafter at the expiration of ten years from such commencement, by
order constitute a Commission which shall consist of a Chairman and such other members
representing the different languages specified in the English Schedule as the President may
appoint.
There shall be constituted a Committee consisting of thirty members, of whom twenty

shall be members of the House of the People and ten shall be members of the Council of
States to be elected respectively by the members of the House of the People and the
members of the council of States in accordance with the system of proportional
representation by means of the single transferable vote.
It shall be the duty of the Committee to examine the recommendations of the

Commission.
Therefore, all these bodies are constitutional bodies.
Q18. Removal of poverty was the foremost objective of which of the following Five- Year
Plans?
a. The Fifth Five-Year Plan

b. The Sixth Five-Year Plan
c. The Seventh Five-Year Plan
d. The Tenth Five-Year Plan
Solution: a
Explanation:
Removal of poverty was the foremost objective of the Sixth Plan (1980-85). The
strategy adopted was to move simultaneously towards strengthening the infrastructure for
both agriculture and industry. T
Though the eradication of poverty was started during the fifth five -year plan but during
the sixth-five -year plan, removal of poverty had been adopted as its foremost objective.
Q19. Which of the following events happened prior to the Revolt of 1857?
a. The Vellore Mutiny

b. The Santhal Uprising
c. Sepoy mutiny at Barrackpore
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 3 only
c. 1 and 3 only
d. 1, 2 and 3
Solution: d
Explanation:
The Santhal tribesman of Bihar and Bengal rose up armed with axes and bows and
arrows in 1855-56. This event revealed the potentialities of a popular uprising by
temporarily sweeping away the British rule from their area. This uprising was finally
crushed.
In 1806 the sepoys at Vellore mutinied, but were crushed with terrible violence.
In 1824, the 47th regiment of sepoys at Barrackpore refused to go to Burma by sea

route. The regiment was disbanded, its unarmed men were fired upon by the artillery and
the leaders of the sepoys were hanged.
Q20. Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru were sentenced to death in which of the following
trials?
a. The Kanpur Conspiracy Case

b. The Meerut Conspiracy Case
c. The Lahore Conspiracy Case
d. The Alipore Bomb Case
Solution: c
Explanation:
Just when the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) revolutionaries had
begun to move away from individual heroic action, the death of Sher-i-Punjab, Lala Lajpat
Rai, due to lathi blows received during a lathi- charge on an anti-Simon Commission
procession (October 1928) led them once again to take to individual assassination.
Bhagat Singh, Azad and Rajguru shot dead Saunders, the police official responsible for the
lathi charge in Lahore. Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru were tried in the Lahore
Conspiracy Case.
1. National Forest Policy 1988 aims to aims at bringing 33% of the geographical area
of the country under forest and tree cover.
2. As per the latest Forest Survey Report 2019, Madhya Pradesh has the largest forest
cover in the country.
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: c
Explanation:
The National Forest Policy 1988 aims at bringing 33% of the geographical area of the
country under forest and tree cover. National Forest Policy will be an overarching policy
for forest management, with the aim of bringing a minimum of one-third of India’s total
geographical area under forest or tree cover.
The first National Forest Policy in independent India took effect in 1952, with a
second edition in 1988. Remember this.
Madhya Pradesh has the largest forest cover in the country followed by Arunachal
Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha and Maharashtra.
States ranking (Forest cover as percentage of total geographical area):
Of the top five States are Mizoram (85.41%), Arunachal Pradesh (79.63%), Meghalaya
(76.33%), Manipur (75.46%) and Nagaland (75.31%).
See below in the image:

1. Article 30 of the Constitution provides for the protection of citizens having distinct
language.
2. There are currently 24 official languages to be listed in the Eight schedule of Indian
Constitution.
3. As per the provision mentioned in the Constitution, all proceedings in the Supreme
Court and in every High Court shall be in English Language.
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 only
c. 3 only
d. None.
Solution: c
Explanation:
Its Article 29, NOT 30. Those who have done wrong in this statement, today don’t sleep
unless you take Constitution of India and read from Article 19 to 30.
There are currently 22 official languages to be listed in the sixth schedule of Indian
Constitution.
YES, it is mentioned in Constitution, all proceedings in the Supreme Court and in every
High Court shall be in English Language.
1. There are more than 30 India sites in UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
2. India is a signatory to Hague Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in
the Event of Armed Conflict.
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: c
Explanation:
There are 38 World Heritage Sites located in India. These include 30 cultural sites, seven
natural sites and one mixed-criteria site.
U.S has threatened to target 52 sites in Iran including UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which
could constitute a war crime by the U.S. The Convention for the Protection of Cultural
Property in the Event of Armed Conflict was adopted at The Hague in 1954 as a response
to the destruction of cultural heritage in World War II. It is the first international treaty
focussed exclusively on the protection of cultural heritage during the war and armed
conflict.
India has ratified this Convention. We try to put images not to tell we are the best; just
make you remember. Images are difficult to forget.
Q24. Which of the below countries has the southernmost point?
a. Syria
b. Lebanon
c. Jordan
d. Israel
Solution: c
Explanation:
These small questions will make you perfect in maps. You will be able to image the shape and
location of places.
Confusion should only be between Jordan and Israel. If you have confusion in more
than two, then bit problem now. Try to work hard more.
1. Under the Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017 the states have
been given responsibility to identify wetlands in their territories.
2. As per the recent Forest survey report 2019, Gujarat has the largest area of the
wetlands within Recorded Forest Area in the country followed by West Bengal.
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: c
Explanation:
The new rules, Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017, notified by the
environment ministry, decentralize wetlands management by giving states powers to not
only identify and notify wetlands within their jurisdictions but also keep a watch on
prohibited activities.
Gujarat has the largest area of the wetlands within RFA in the country followed by
West Bengal. Among the smaller States/UTs Puducherry followed by A&N Islands have
large areas of wetlands within Recorded Forest Area. In the country as a whole there are
62,466 wetlands covering 3.83% of the area within the recorded forest areas/green wash
areas of the country and 8.13% of the total number of wetlands are located within the RFA.
Q26. Consider the following statements regarding Indian Data Relay Satellite System
(IDRSS).
1. It will improve data relay and communication links with its remote sensing/earth
observation satellites.
2. It is a precursor for Gangayaan mission.
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: c
Explanations:
As a part of its proposed manned space mission, India will launch the Indian Data Relay
Satellite System (IDRSS) to improve data relay and communication links with its
remote sensing/earth observation satellites.
What will the IDRSS do?
a. The two-satellite IDRSS will maintain a continuous communication link with India's
remote sensing/earth observation satellites and also with the Geosynchronous
Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV Mk III) that would carry three Indian
astronauts to space in 2022.
b. The proposed system will also reduce the dependence on the ground stations
in tracking satellites.
c. The other benefit is that the communication and data transfer could be in real time
as the remote sensing satellites can relay the data gathered to IDRSS satellites which
in turn can transmit them to the ground.
d. IDRSS will be like a hub as it can receive the commands from the ground stations
and in turn relay the same to other satellites.
e. The IDRSS can also monitor a rocket from the time it lifts off from the launch pad.
What is Data Relay Satellite System?
Data Relay Satellite System (DRSS) is primarily meant for providing continuous/real-time
communication of Low-Earth-Orbit (LEO) satellites/human space mission to the ground
station. A data relay satellite in the Geostationary Orbit (GEO) can see a low altitude
spacecraft for approximately half an orbit.
The first satellite will be sent at the end of 2020 and the second one in 2021.
Role of IDRSS in Gangayaan mission:
a. Gaganyaan is an Indian crewed orbital spacecraft that is intended to send astronauts

to space.
b. During the launch of the mission and also when the crew craft orbits earth from a
distance of 400 km, at least one ground station must-see and track it.
c. Without IDRSS, ISRO would require a large number of ground station everywhere or
hire them.
Link: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/new-satellites-will-help-
gaganyaan-crew/article30496759.ece
1. Asia Pacific Drosophila Research Conferences (APDRC) 2020 was held in India.
2. Drosophila is an invasive, destructive fruit fly.
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: c
Explanation:
Asia Pacific Drosophila Research Conferences (APDRC) held in India this year. So, it become
bit important. Just know basics.
The Asia Pacific Drosophila Research Conferences (APDRC) are biennial events that aim to
promote the interaction of Drosophila Researchers in the Asia-Pacific region. First
conference started in 2011 IN Taipei, Taiwan.
Drosophila is a genus of flies, belonging to the family Drosophilae, whose members are
often called “small fruit flies” or (less frequently) pomace flies, vinegar flies, or wine flies,
a reference to the characteristic of many species to linger around overripe or rotting fruit.
Q28. With respect to Islam, the term ‘Darvesh’ refers to which of the following?
a. The Muslim saints of Sufi lifestyle

b. An important Sufi Silsila in Central Asia
c. The final resting place of prominent Sufi saints
d. Grants given to the mystics by the ruling classes
Solution: a
Explanation:
In parallel with the Bhakti movement in Hinduism, Sufism played a similar role in Islam.
The terms Sufi, Wali, Darvesh and Fakir are used for the Muslim saints, who attempted to
develop their intuitive faculties through ascetic exercises, contemplation, renunciation and
self-denial.
Q29. In the context of Lok Sabha, consider the following Committees.

1. Committee on Private Members’ Bills and Resolutions
2. Rules Committee
3. Business Advisory Committee
Which of the following committees have Deputy Speaker as its ex-officio-

chairperson?
a. 1 only
b. 1 and 3 only
c. 2 only
d. None
Solution: a
Explanation:
If you really want to guess about question in coming Prelims 2020, please learn
about Committees of Parliament. Every Year they ask question on this topic.
Committee on Private Members’ Bills and Resolutions:
We see in every session of Parliament; Private Member Bills are introduced. So, kar lete h.
The Committee on Private Members’ Bills and Resolutions is constituted after each general
election to Lok Sabha and thereafter from time to time under rule 293. It consists of 15
members nominated by the Speaker. The Deputy Speaker is the ex-officio Chairperson
of the Committee. The term of the Committee is one year.
Business Advisory Committee
The Business Advisory Committee is constituted at the commencement of new Lok Sabha
after the general elections and thereafter from time to time under the provisions of Rule
287. No specific term of its office is laid down in the rules but like other parliamentary
committees, it holds office until a new committee is nominated by the Speaker.
In practice, however, the Committee is usually reconstituted every year and assumes office
in the first week of June. It consists of 15 members including the Speaker who is the ex-
officio Chairperson of the Committee.
Rules Committee: The Rules Committee is constituted under Rule 330. It consists of 15
members including the Speaker who is the ex-officio Chairperson of the Committee. The
members of the Committee are nominated by the Speaker. The functions of the Committee
are:
a. to consider matters of procedure and conduct of business in the House; and

b. to recommend any amendments or additions to the rules that may be
deemed necessary. It continues in office till reconstituted by the Speaker.
We are attaching pdf file of all committees. Keep it for references.
http://164.100.47.194/Loksabha/writereaddata/membersbook/Chapter3.pdf
Q30. Desert National Park is in:
a. Gujarat
b. Rajasthan
c. Assam
d. Madhya Pradesh
Solution: b
Explanation:
Desert National Park, Rajasthan, India, is situated in the west Indian state of Rajasthan
near the towns of Jaisalmer.
In news:
India has reportedly succeeded in the breeding of the bird species Great Indian bustard
(scientific name: Ardeotis nigriceps) through a state-sponsored conservation program.
The Great Indian Bustard (GIB) had been listed as a "critically endangered" avian species
by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN).
According to a report by, nine eggs of the bird were collected from the Desert National
Park in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.

1. Indian Forest Act 1980 was amended to exempt bamboo grown in non-forest areas
from the definition of tree.
2. As per the Forest Survey Report 2019, Madhya Pradesh has maximum bamboo
bearing area in India.
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: b
Bamboo Report 2019
Bamboos are one of the fastest growing perennial plants in the world. They belong to the
family Poaceae (Graminae) and are found in the in the tropical, sub-tropical and mild
temperate regions of the world. In India, bamboo grows naturally almost throughout the
country except in Kashmir region.
The Government of India, in a landmark initiative, has promulgated the Indian Forest
(Amendment) Ordinance, 2017 to exempt bamboo grown in non-forest areas from the
definition of tree, by amending the Section 2 (7) of the Indian Forest Act 1927 and
thereby dispensing with the requirement of felling/ transit permit for its transport and
economic use.
The extent of bamboo bearing area of the country has been estimated 16.00 million
hectares. There is an increase of 0.32 million hectare in bamboo bearing area as
compared to the last assessment of ISFR 2017. The total estimated green weight of bamboo
culms is 278 million tonnes, slowly an increase of 88 million tonnes as compared to ISFR
2017.
From the above data:
The total bamboo bearing area of the country has been estimated to be 16.0 m ha. Madhya
Pradesh has maximum bamboo bearing area followed by Maharashtra, Arunachal
Pradesh and Odisha. As compared to the estimates of ISFR 2017, the total bamboo
bearing area in the country has increased by 0.32 m ha.
Comparing change in bamboo bearing area of assessment with ISFR 2017, it has been
observed that bamboo bearing area in Madhya Pradesh has shown highest increase of
0.27 m ha followed by Assam (0.16 m ha).
Similarly, Nagaland has shown highest decrease of 0.17 m ha in the bamboo bearing
area followed by Kerala (0.06 m ha).
Q32. Migration and Mobility Partnership Agreement was recently seen in news. It is
signed by India and?
a. Japan
b. France
c. Kenya
d. Sweden
Solution: b
Explanation:
A similar question in Prelims 2019:

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given its
approval for the ratification of Migration and Mobility Partnership Agreement
between India and France. The Agreement was signed in March 2018 during the State
Visit of the French President to India.
Link: https://pib.nic.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1598712
Places in news Location

1. Port Said Egypt
2. Suez Canal Connects Red Sea and
Mediterranean Sea
3. Marmara Sea connects the Black Sea to
the Aegean Sea
Which of the above places is/are correct?
a. 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1 and 3 only
d. 1, 2 and 3
Solution: d
Explanation:
News in Brief:
Red algae spread sign of pollution in Marmara Sea.
Port Said declared as the Egyptian capital of culture for 2020.

Suez Canal is in news every day. Just see its map and learn.
Q34. Consider the following statements regarding Snow and Avalanche Study
Establishment (SASE).
1. It works in avalanche forecasting, artificial triggering and structural control in

snowbound mountainous areas.
2. It is administered by the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO).
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: c
Explanation:
Recently, Snow and Avalanche Study Establishment (SASE), a laboratory of the Defence
Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has issued an Avalanche warning to Leh
in Ladakh region.
Snow and Avalanche Study Establishment (SASE) is working in avalanche forecasting,

artificial triggering and structural control in snowbound mountainous areas. SASE also
participated in the Indian Antarctic Programme with research activities on the areas of
Antarctic snow cover/ ice sheet surface energy balance and melt estimation.
SASE is a laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO).

It is located near Manali, Himachal Pradesh.
Link: http://www.newsonair.com/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=377370
Q35. Government Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO) model, often seen in the news.
Which of the following correctly defines it?
1. The model will be used to improve the operational efficiency of National Highways
and State Highways.
2. Under this model, the facility is owned by the government but operated by a
commercial firm under a contract between the firm and the government.
Select the correct code.
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: b
Explanations:
The Army has initiated the process of identifying potential industry partners to implement
the Government Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO) model. The model will be used to
improve the operational efficiency of the base workshops and ordnance depots.
About the model
Government Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO) model was recommended by the

DB Shekatkar committee. Under this model, the facility is owned by the government
but operated by a commercial firm under a contract between the firm and the
government.
Such models are generally used in projects which are nationally important such as army
bases, nuclear plants, etc. While private companies don’t need to raise the large capital, the
Government can infuse private culture to improve its efficiency. This model helps to
achieve the targets within the desired time frame.
The GOCO model was one of the recommendations of the Lt. Gen. DB Shekatkar
committee to “enhance combat capability and re-balancing defence expenditure.” Based on
the recommendations, the government has “decided to disband two advance base
workshops, one static workshop and four ordnance depots” and eight ABWs are
recommended to be corporatized on GOCO model.
Link: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/army-gets-working-on-government-
owned-contractor-operated-model-to-improve-efficiency/article30506622.ece
Q36. Global Economic Prospects 2020 Report is a publication of:
a. World Bank
b. World Economic Forum

c. UNCTAD
d. International Monetary Fund
Solution: a
Explanation:
1. Forest Advisory Committee is a statutory body which advises the ministry on any
activity that requires the diversion of forestland for non-forest use.
2. Compensatory Afforestation is a provision mentioned under Forest (Conservation)
Act, 1980.
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: c
Explanation:
FAC advises the ministry on any activity that requires the diversion of forestland for non-
forest use. It is a statutory body.
Whenever forest land is diverted for non-forestry purposes like mining or infrastructure
development under the provisions of the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980, an equal area
of non-forest land or twice the area of degraded forest land has to be planted over as
Compensatory Afforestation. The idea is to offset the loss of diverted forest cover.
Compensatory afforestation (CA) is one of the most important requirement/condition for

prior approval of the Central Government for diversion of forest land for non-forest
purposes and the purpose of compensatory afforestation (CA) is to compensate the loss of
'land by land' and loss of 'trees by trees'.
Link: https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/forests/forest-panel-bats-for-pvt-
plantations-as-compensation-68719
Q38. Consider the following statements regarding Statutory Liquid Ration (SLR).
1. Currently, SLR rate in India is more than 23 percent.
2. Regional Rural Banks and Small Finance Banks, both have to maintain Statutory
Liquid Ration (SLR).
3. If SLR is increased, banks may charge high interest rate on loans.
a. 2 and 3 only
b. 1 and 3 only
c. 3 only
d. 1 and 2 only
Solution: a
Explanation:
Currently, SLR rate is 18.25%
SLR need to be maintained by every Scheduled Commercial Bank (including RRBs), Local
Area Bank, Small Finance Bank, Payments Bank, Primary (urban) co-operative bank and
State and central co-operative banks.
RBI has also announced that the SLR will be reduced in a phased manner to 18%. See
below image.
If the SLR increases, it restricts the bank's lending capacity and helps in controlling the
inflation by soaking the liquidity from the market. Consequently, banks will have less
money available to lend, and they will charge higher interest rates on loans to keep up
with their profit margin.
Q39. Consider the following.
1. Government borrowing under External commercial borrowings.
2. Government borrowing from IMF
3. NRI deposits
4. Remittance
Which of the above are categorized as Capital Account under Balance of Payments?
a. 1, 2 and 3 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1, 2, 3 and 4
d. 2 only.
Solution: b
Explanations:
First of try to understand what capital account is. Any change in asset or liability comes
under capital account.
Asset means it is something that if you apply any economics to it, it will give you
profit. For example, you have a house and you have rented it to someone. It will give you
profit. Similarly, if you have money and you lend it to someone, it will give you interest.
Liability is something we have to repay. For example, we have deposited some amount
in the bank. That amount is liability to the bank as bank has to repay that amount with
some interests.
Government borrowing never comes under External commercial Borrowings (ECB)

because government is not commercial body or commercial entity.
Government borrowing from IMF comes under capital account. As government has to
repay that amount.
Remittance does not involve any change in asset and liability, so it comes under current
account, not capital account.
NRI deposits comes under capital account as it is liability of government to repay that
amount.
Similarly, if government lends to someone, it will be asset for government as

government will get some interests on it.
Please read the complete basics of Balance of Payment. It is very important topic for
prelims and mains.
1. The name of the park is originated from the Manas River which is a right bank
tributary of Brahmaputra.
2. UNESCO recognizes Manas Park as a Natural World Heritage site.
3. It is a part Biosphere Reserve under Man and Biosphere (MAB) programme
Which of the following statement is correct about Manas National Park.
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 1 and 2 only
Solution: d
Explanation:
The UNESCO has introduced the designation ‘Biosphere Reserve’ for natural areas to
minimize conflict between development and conservation. BRs are nominated by national
government which meet a minimal set of criteria and adhere to minimal set of conditions
for inclusion in the world network of Biosphere reserves under the Man and Biosphere
Reserve Programme of UNESCO.
The Biosphere Reserve Programme is guided by UNESCO Man and Biosphere (MAB)
programme as India is a signatory to the landscape approach supported by MAB
programme.
India has 11 internationally recognized BRs.
Manas is a right-bank tributary of the Brahmaputra river. UNESCO recognizes Manas

Park as a Natural World Heritage site.
1. India is a signatory and party to the Chemical Weapons Convention of the

Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW).
2. Currently, National Chemicals Policy 2012 regulates chemicals and chemical
industry in India.

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: a
Explanation:
India is a signatory and party to the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), of the
Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) with Head Quarters at
The Hague, Netherlands. The Convention is a universal, non-discriminatory, multi-lateral,
disarmament treaty which prohibits the development, production, stockpiling and use of
chemical weapons and monitors its elimination in order to secure chemical weapons free
world.
National Chemical Policy, 2012 is still pending, not operational.
Read a statement from yesterday news from Down To Earth.
India has over 15 Acts and 19 rules that govern different aspects of the chemical industry.
Yet none of the acts have been designed exclusively for the industry. For example, the
Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, deals with all aspects of road transportation in general
and also specifically addresses transportation of hazardous goods, including chemicals.
The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, currently serves as the umbrella act when it
comes to the chemical industry.
At the same time, the national chemical policy has been pending since 2012. “We
need a comprehensive law which regulates chemical use, production and safety,” says DD
Basu, former scientist, CPCB.
Note: Even 35 years after the Bhopal gas tragedy, the world’s worst industrial disaster,
India has not banned Methyl isocyanate, the gas that leaked on December 2-3, 1985,
killing over 3,500 people and injuring several thousands. Methyl isocyanate is still legally
used in the country to make polyurethane, a form of plastic.
Link: https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/environment/poison-unlimited-india-
s-chemicals-industry-remains-dangerously-68718
Q42. Consider the following statements regarding GST Council.
1. In case of a voting, every decision of the GST Council has to be taken by a majority of not
less than three-fourths of the weighted votes of the members present.
2. Weightage of the vote of the central government is more than the weightage of all the
state governments votes taken together.
3. Secretary, Department of Revenue, is the ex-officio secretary to the GST Council.
a. 1 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 3 only
d. 1 and 3 only
Solution: d
Explanation:
One more thing you understand here that giving big statements in the question is to create
pressure on you. You become lazy. You read it with less attention. Don’t do it. Big
statements are often easy ones.
As per The Constitution (One Hundred and First Amendment) Act, 2016, in case of a
voting, every decision of the GST Council has to be taken by a majority of not less than
three-fourths of the weighted votes of the members present.
The vote of the central government has a weightage of one-third of the total votes
cast, and the votes of all the state governments taken together have a weightage of
two-thirds of the total votes cast in that meeting.
As of now, out of the total 30 states and Union Territories (excluding Jammu & Kashmir),
20 are ruled by the Bhartiya Janata Party or its allies (including parties who voted with the
BJP on recent legislation in Parliament). This essentially means that a vote in the Council
could largely be an academic exercise — unless a number of the BJP’s allies switch sides.
It is very important to observe composition carefully. You guys miss that. But don’t
worry. We won’t let you.
The Chairperson of Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a permanent invitee
with no voting rights. Secretary, Department of Revenue, is the ex-officio secretary to
the GST Council.
1. The President of India, after consultation with the Governor may specify the castes,
races or tribes which shall be deemed to be Scheduled Castes.
2. No person who professes a religion different from Hinduism, Sikhism and Buddhism
shall be deemed to be a member of a scheduled caste.
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: c
Explanation:
What does the Constitution of India state?
According to the Constitution of India, under article 341(1), the President of India, after
consultation with the Governor, may specify, “the castes, races, tribes or parts of groups
within castes or races, which shall be deemed to be Scheduled Castes”.
Accordingly, the President has notified the Scheduled Castes in the order called
‘Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order-1950’ and the ‘Scheduled Castes and
Scheduled Tribes List (Modification) Order-1956.
However, under article 341(2), the Parliament of India by law can include or exclude the
above-mentioned groups from the list of the Scheduled Castes.
What does the order say on religion and how it affects conversion?
Part 3 of the Presidential order of 1950 states that “no person who professes a religion
different from the Hindu [the Sikh or the Buddhist] religion shall be deemed to be a
member of a Scheduled Caste.”
This clearly lays down a religious barrier which states that any person who is not a Hindu,
Buddhist or a Sikh, will not be entitled to reservation on the basis of being a Scheduled
Caste.
1. India Meteorological Department (IMD) is an agency of the Ministry of Environment,

Forest and Climate Change.
2. As per IMD’s report ‘Statement on Climate of India 2019’, Arabian Sea observed
more number of cyclones as compared to Bay of Bengal in 2019.
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: b
Explanation:
India Meteorological Department (IMD) is an agency of the Ministry of Earth Sciences

of the Government of India. It is the principal agency responsible for meteorological
observations, weather forecasting, and seismology. IMD is headquartered in Delhi and
operates observation stations across India and Antarctic.
The India Meteorological Department on January 6, 2020 released its much-awaited report
on India’s climate in 2019. Five of the eight cyclones — 60 per cent of the total — that
affected India in 2019 were on the Arabian Sea. Normally, the sea on India’s west
undergoes only one cyclone.
This equals the previous record of 1902 for the highest frequency of cyclones over the
Arabian Sea.
Also, as per the report, the 2019 annual mean land surface air temperature for the country
was +0.36°C above the 1981-2010 period average, thus making the year 2019 as the
seventh warmest year on record since 1901.
Link: https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/climate-change/india-climate-2019-
arabian-sea-saw-400-more-cyclones-68690
Q45. In context of elections in India, Consider the following statements.

1. As per the RPA Act, 1951, Election Commission administers election to the Lok
Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
2. As per the RPA Act, 1951, the election to the House of the people and to the
legislative assembly shall be on the basis of Adult Suffrage.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: d
Explanation:
Here, both statements are part of Indian Constitution. RPA has no role to play here. But, if you
are not perfect in Constitutional Provisions, RPA has big role to play with your life. Be careful.
Q46. Ukraine was in news recently. Let’s solve one map on it. Consider the following seas.
1. Caspian Sea
2. Black Sea
3. Sea of Azov
Which of the above Seas does Ukraine shares borders?
a. 3 only
b. 2 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 1 and 3 only
Solution: C
Explanation:
See below map. Also see there that Kerch Strait connects Sea of Azov and Black Sea.
Q47. In ancient India, the term ‘Gaulmika’ was used to refer to the
a. provincial governor
b. scribe attached to the royal court
c. head of the rural area administration
d. specialist in Vedic rituals
Solution: c
Explanation:
There were certain military and feudal elements in the administration of the Satavahana.
It is significant that the Senapati was appointed the provincial governor. Since the tribal
people in the Deccan were not thoroughly Hinduized and reconciled to the new rule, it was
necessary to keep them under strong military control.
The administration in the rural areas was placed in the hands of the Gaulmika, who
was the head of a military regiment, consisting of chariots, elephants, horses and foot
soldiers.
Q48. Population momentum relates to which of the following?
a. It is the increase in the population, due to the increase in the birth rates.
b. It is the increase in the population, due to the decline in the death rates.
c. It is the increase in the population, due to access to better health services.
d. It is the increase in the population even after there is a decline in the birth rates, due
to large existing youthful population.
Solution: d
Explanation:
Population Momentum:
The phenomenon whereby population continues to increase even after a fall in the
birth rates, because the large existing youthful population expands the population’s
base of potential parents.
Population momentum relates to the age structure of many developing countries’

populations. As share of population, young people greatly outnumber their parents.
When their generation reaches adulthood, the number of potential parents will inevitably
be much larger than at present. It follows that even if these new parents have only enough
children to replace themselves (two per couple, as compared with their parents, who may
have had four or more children), the fact that the total number of couples having two
children is much greater than the number of couples who previously had more children
means that the total population will still increase substantially before levelling off.
Wetlands in India Belongs to

1. Sambar Lake Rajasthan
2. Rudrasagar Lake Tripura
3. Sasthamkotta Lake Tamil Nadu
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1 only
d. 1 and 3 only
Solution: a
Explanation:
Wetlands in India Belongs to

Sambar Lake Rajasthan
Rudrasagar Lake Tripura
Sasthamkotta Lake Kerala
Q50. Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary was in news. It is located in:
a. Madhya Pradesh
b. Karnataka
c. Odisha
d. Assam
Solution: a
Explanation:
Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary is the largest wildlife sanctuary of Madhya Pradesh

state in India.
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WEEKLY QUIZ

Q1. Consider the following countries.

Which of the above share/s boundary with Mediterranean Sea?

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Key Findings of ISFR 2019

States ranking (Area-wise):

States ranking (Forest cover as percentage of total geographical area):

See below in the image:

Mangroves Report 2019.

Bamboo Report 2019

Q3. Kalapani territory was recently in news. It is disputed territory:

a. Nepal and Bihar state of India.

Q4. Consider the following statements.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1. It is a statutory body under Ministry of Home Affairs.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

It is a statutory body under Ministry of Home Affairs.

Q6. Consider the following statements.

Q7. ‘The giant Rafflesia tuan-mudae’ was seen in news for:

a. World’s Largest Flower

Q8. In the context of Indian Constitution, consider the following statements.

So, both are incorrect. Option c is right answer.

Q9. Consider the following pairs.

Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?

Foreign Travellers Under reign of

Q10. Kamlang Tiger Reserve is in:

Kamlang Tiger Reserve is in Arunachal Pradesh.

1. The carbon stock in India’s forests have increased from 2017.

Which of the above statement is/are correct?

1. Scientific Social Responsibility Policy aims to encourage science and technology

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a. Ministry of Science and Technology

1. It was established in 1948 by then Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Prime Minister is the Chairman of PMNRF.

Just for information, see graph

Q15. Consider the following pairs.

Places in News Location

Militants (Al-Shabab) attack at military base in Lamu Island in Kenya.

Rise of militants’ attack in Libya.

Puerto Rico Earthquake 5.8 on scale.

Places in News Location

Q16. Consider the following statements.

Festival in news Belongs to

Which of the above pairs is/are correct?

Festival in news Belongs to

Q17. Consider the following bodies.

1. District Planning committee.

4. Committee to examine the recommendation of Commission on official Language

There shall be constituted in every Metropolitan area Metropolitan Planning committee to

Commission and Committee on official language.

There shall be constituted a Committee consisting of thirty members, of whom twenty

It shall be the duty of the Committee to examine the recommendations of the

Therefore, all these bodies are constitutional bodies.

a. The Fifth Five-Year Plan

a. The Vellore Mutiny

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

In 1824, the 47th regiment of sepoys at Barrackpore refused to go to Burma by sea

a. The Kanpur Conspiracy Case

Q21. Consider the following statements.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

States ranking (Forest cover as percentage of total geographical area):