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Q1. With reference to Meenakari craft, consider the following statements:
i) Meenakari is a traditional decorative art in which coloured enamel is fused onto the surface of metal objects.
ii) In the Meenakari process, coloured enamel is applied to untreated wood to produce decorative patterns.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Statement 1 is correct: Meenakari is an enamelling technique in which coloured glass powder is fused onto engraved metal surfaces by heating. Traditionally, artisans work on precious and non-precious metals such as gold, silver, and copper. Besides ornaments, the craft is used on decorative objects, utensils, idols, and ceremonial items. Statement 2 is incorrect: Meenakari is fundamentally a metal enamelling craft and is not performed on untreated wood.
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Q2. Kannadippaya is a traditional handwoven mat produced using naturally available plant fibres by local artisans. The craft reflects sustainable use of renewablae natural resources and traditional weaving techniques. The mats are manufactured entirely from synthetic polymer fibres to enhance durability. In which of the following states is this craft practised?
- Kannadippaya is a traditional handwoven mat fromKerala, produced using naturally available plant fibres by local artisans. The craft reflects sustainable use of renewablae natural resources and traditional weaving techniques. The mats are manufactured entirely from synthetic polymer fibres to enhance durability.
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Q3. With reference to the National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID), consider the following statements:
i) NaBFID was established to support long-term financing of infrastructure projects in India.
ii) NaBFID functions as India's central bank responsible for monetary policy.
iii) One of its objectives is to help develop the domestic market for infrastructure finance.
iv) Infrastructure sectors such as transport, energy, digital connectivity, and urban development may receive financial support through institutions like NaBFID.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Statement 1 is correct: NaBFID was created as a Development Financial Institution (DFI) focused on infrastructure financing. Statement 2 is incorrect: Monetary policy is the responsibility of the Reserve Bank of India, not NaBFID. Statement 3 is correct: It aims to deepen long-term infrastructure financing and attract investment. Statement 4 is correct: The institution supports financing across multiple infrastructure sectors.
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Q4. Consider the following statements regarding Flue Gas Desulphurisation.
i) FGD systems are installed primarily to reduce nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide emissions from thermal power plants.
ii) Many FGD technologies use limestone or lime to remove sulphur compounds from exhaust gases.
iii) Installation of FGD systems can contribute to improved ambient air quality by lowering sulphur dioxide emissions.
iv) FGD systems are designed primarily to capture atmospheric nitrogen before it enters combustion chambers.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Statement 1 is incorrect: FGD systems target sulphur dioxide (SO₂), a major pollutant from coal-based thermal power plants. Statement 2 is correct: Limestone- and lime-based scrubbing are widely used FGD methods. Statement 3 is correct: Lower SO₂ emissions help reduce air pollution and acid rain. Statement 4 is incorrect: FGD treats flue gases after combustion; it does not capture atmospheric nitrogen before combustion.
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Q5. With reference to Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), consider the following statements:
i) Regional Rural Banks were established to improve the availability of institutional credit in rural areas.
ii) RRBs primarily cater to small and marginal farmers, agricultural labourers, artisans, and rural entrepreneurs.
iii) Every RRB is sponsored by a public sector bank.
iv) Regional Rural Banks weresetup based on Nachiket Mor Committee Report.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- Statement 1 is correct: RRBs were created to strengthen rural banking and improve access to formal credit. Statement 2 is correct: Their focus is on underserved sections of the rural economy. Statement 3 is correct: Each RRB is sponsored by a public sector bank, which provides managerial and financial support. Statement 4 is incorrect: Regional Rural Banks weresetup based on Narasimham Committee Report.