Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – August 19, 2022 [Mock Test]

1. With respect to the eco-sensitive zone (ESZ), consider the following statements:
- ESZ is a fragile area that exists within 1 kilometer of protected areas.
- These are declared under Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
- Commercial mining, stone quarrying, wastewater disposal etc. are not allowed in ESZ.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2. Consider the following statements regarding soil fauna and their ecological roles:
- Earthworms help in reducing flooding and soil erosion, enhancing overall soil health.
- Springtails facilitate nutrient recycling from dead leaves, aiding plant growth.
- Actinomycetes present in soil can function as antibiotics for plants.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
3. Consider the following conditions for Millet cultivation:
- Temperature between 20-30 degrees Celsius
- Warm and temperate climate
- Loamy and well-drained soils
Which of the above conditions is / are correct?