UPSC Prelims Mini Mock Test: 6

1.
Consider the following:
  1. Gangetic Plain
  2. Gujarat
  3. Assam
The Shale Gas in India has been found to be in abundance in which among the above?
2.
In recent times, lots of attention is being given to the protection of mangroves. What benefits mangroves offer?
  1. They provide wood, non-wood as well as fishery resources
  2. They provide abundant scope for water sports such as rowing, kayaking, canoeing etc.
  3. Some mangrove plants are useful in Medicinal purposes
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
3.
Consider the following statements:
1.’sweet’ crude is more valuable in comparison to ‘sour’ crude
2.Mumbai High crude produced by ONGC is sweet crude
Which among the above statements is / are correct?
4.
With reference to LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas), which among the following observations is / are correct?
1.LNG is odourless and colourless
2.LNG is generally non-corrosive and non-toxic
3.The weight of certain volume of LNG is around half of weight of same volume of water
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
5.
Zika virus is considered a risk for pregnant women as it can cause birth defects in babies. Which of the following statements is/are correct about Zika Virus?
  1. The virus spreads through fruit bats
  2. The virus has caused outbreaks in north-eastern India
  3. Conjunctivitis is one of the most common symptoms of Zika virus disease.
Select the correct option from codes given below:

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