UPSC Prelims Mini Mock Test: 76

Consider the following statements:

1. Debentures are generally not backed by any collaterals
2. Non-Convertible Debentures generally carry higher rates of returns that convertible debentures

Which among the above statements is / are correct?

The terms “Maha Brinda Natyam” and “Jayamu Jayamu”, are associated with which of the following dance forms?

Dumping of Iron to the upper ocean can significantly induce the Carbon sequestration in Oceans. This is because introduction of iron to the upper ocean__:

Consider the following statements about Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES):

1. CITES is legally binding on state parties to the convention
2. CITES was drafted in 1963 under International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) 

 Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements about the term “Standing Deposit Facility”, which was recently in news?

1. It is a new monetary instrument by RBI to suck out liquidity from the market
2. It does not require the provision of collateral for liquidity absorption

Which of the above statements is/are correct?