UPSC Prelims Mini Mock Test: 3

Who was Prime Minister of India when Anti-Defection Law was enacted?

Consider the following statements about the National Commission for Women:

1. It is a statutory body 
2. It consists of chairperson, five members and a member secretary appointed by central government

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following comparisons of the Continental islands and Oceanic Islands?

1. Continental Islands lie on the continental shelf; Oceanic Islands are accumulations of sand deposited by sea currents
2. Continental Islands are affected by maximum plate tectonics; Oceanic Islands are affected by minimum plate tectonics

Which among the above comparisons is / are correct?

 Consider the following statements about the Biogas:

1. It is a mixture of methane and carbon dioxide
2. Biogas unlike LPG cannot be converted to liquid under the normal temperature

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Minor Forest Produce (MFP) is a major source of livelihood for tribals who belong to the poorest of the poor section of society in India. In this context, consider the following statements:

1. Tamarind, Shikakai and Shatavari are some examples of Minor Forest Produce (MFP)
2. Government of India has put in place the Minimum Support Price for procurement of Minor Forest Produce

Which of the above is / are correct statements?