Static Quiz 11th February

1. With reference to oil spills, consider the following statements:

1. They make the water deficient in oxygen.
2. They can cause algal blooms.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

2. Although the Constitution came into force on 26 January 1950, some provisions of the constitution came into force on November 26, 1949 itself. These included:

1. Fundamental Rights
2. Citizenship
3. Elections

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

3. Consider the following statements about scattering of solar radiation waves:

1. Scattering happens when the diameter of dust particles in the air is shorter than the wavelengths of the solar radiation waves.
2. A major portion of the scattered solar energy is sent back to the space.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

4. At which of the following places do Ashoka’s rock edicts occur?

1. Dhauli
2. Girnar
3. Ahraura

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5. Which of the following genetic disorders in human beings is/are sex-linked?

1. Down syndrome.
2. Thalassemia
3. Haemophilia

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.