1. How many of the following statements about Permaculture is/are correct?
1. It is a term used to describe an intentional system of agriculture that aims to reflect the interrelationships and sustainability of natural ecosystems.
2. It can be seen as complementary to intensive agriculture.
3. Even though it increases green cover and prevents soil erosion but it leads to very little food production.
(a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None
2. How many of the following are mentioned as a Fundamental Duty under the Indian Constitution?
1. To renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women.
2. To have compassion for living creatures.
3. To defend the country and render National Service when called upon to do so.
4. To strive towards excellence.
5. To develop scientific temper.
(a) Only two (b) Only three (c) Only four (d) All five
3. Which of the following statements are correct?
1. Adjournment only terminates a sitting and not a session of the House whereas Prorogation not only terminates a sitting but also a session of the House.
2. Adjournment is done by presiding officer of the House whereas prorogation is done by the President.
3. Adjournment does not affect the bills or any other business pending before the House and the same can be resumed when the House meets again whereas Prorogation leads to the lapse of all pending bills.
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3
4. Which of the following statements about Syntropic farming?
1. Syntropic farming is a type of conservation agriculture that has been developed in Brazil.
2. It is based on global indigenous knowledge.
3. It mimics forest dynamics.
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3
ANSWERS
1 (a) 2. (d) 3. (a) 4. (d)
