UPSC Prelims Mini Mock Test: 541

Consider the following statements about the International Development Association (IDA):

1. It provides interest free loans.
2. It provides loans to the poorest countries of the world.
3. India is its largest borrower.

Which of the above statements is / are correct?

With reference to the power of the President to nominate members in the Lok Sabha, consider the following:

1. Distinguished personalities in Art, Literature, Science, etc.
2. Members of Anglo-Indian Community
3. Members of Depressed Classes

Select the correct option from the codes given below:

Which of the following are benefits of mixed farming systems?

1. Maintenance of soil fertility and soil biodiversity
2. Conservation of water
3. Minimization of soil erosion

Select the correct option from the codes given below:

The average monthly winter temperature has been recorded much higher in Northern India in 2015 as compared to several previous years. Which of the following is/are to be responsible for this sudden change in climatic behaviour? 

1. La Nina-Phenomenon in Equatorial Pacific Ocean
2. Shift of Westerlies northward of Indian landmass
3. Indian Ocean Dipole
4. Southward alignment of the jet streams

Select the correct option from the codes given below:
 

Which of the following is the correct food chain?