PPSC 2020 (General Studies) Previous Year Paper

Choose the correct statement(s) :

Statement I :

Corals are an endangered marine species and protected under Schedule I of Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

Statement II :

Rhizangiidae, Caryophylliidae and Dendrophylliidae are the names of Coral families, recently in news as the Maharashtra government gave permission to translocate some coral colonies in order to build a coastal road to ease traffic congestion.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the vulnerability and plight of sex workers across the world.

Which among the following statements are true about the recent advisory related to sex workers issued by NHRC (National Human Rights Commission)?

Statement I :

NHRC advised to changes the current statutory status of sex workers from 'informal workers' to 'Women at work'.

Statement II :

The advisory says that such workers may be provided benefits on humanitarian grounds that are entitled to informal workers.

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Choose the incorrect statements :

1. The Mediterranean lands account for more than half of the world's exports of circus fruits.

2. The Olive tree, native to the Mediterranean region is a very soil-sensitive tree and thrives only in well-drained earth.

3. France leads the world trade in fresh grapes with more than 90% share.

4. Cork Oaks are typical species of Mediterranean Evergreen forests.

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Choose the correct statements :

1. The gentle slope of continental shelves of the Grand Banks of Newfoundland is one of the reasons for it to emerge among the largest fishing grounds of the world.

2. Both pelagic and demersal fish are caught commercially here.

3. Cod is the chief fish caught in the Grand Banks.

4. St. John's, Halifax, and Yarmouth are chief ports of Newfoundland from where the fish is exported.

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Choose the incorrect statement :

1. Sea of Galilee is an example of a lava blocked lake in the Jordan Valley.

2. The Tafilalet oasis in Libya is surrounded by a wall to keep out the dust storms, locally called simooms.

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