Prelims Power Play 30 November 2023

1. Consider the following

Statement I: Rat hole mining is dangerous for mine workers

Statement II: Rat hole mining causes spread of plague because of human contacts with rats.

Which one of the following is correct with respect to the above statements?

2. Consider the following regarding Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR). 

1. It is under Ministry of Home Affairs
2. It facilitates blocking and tracing of lost and stolen mobile phones.
3. Once a mobile phone is blocked via Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) it can never be unblocked.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

3. Consider the following statements are correct about Rat hole mining? 

1. It involves digging of very small tunnels.
2. It is scientifically efficient practice.
3. It is famous in states like Meghalaya.
4. It turns water sources acidic.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

4. Consider the following statements regarding the Finance Commission of India:

1. The Commission is constitutional body.
2. The Commission allocates revenue resources between the Union and the State Governments
3. The Commission submits its report to the President.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

5. Consider the following about Global Stock

1. The global stocktake refers to assessment of global response to the climate crisis.
2. It is part of Paris agreement.
3. The stocktake takes place every three years.
4. The first-ever stocktake set to conclude at COP28.

How many of the above statements are correct? Select the correct answer: