Prelims Power Play 17 May 2023

1. Consider the following statements with reference to Dumpsite Fires:

1. The anaerobic decomposition of organic waste generates methane gas and heat causing dumpsite fires.
2. Key pollutants emitted by dumpsite fires include Dioxins & furans.
3. A zero-landfill model can prevent dumpsite fires.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the code below:

2. Match the following animals with IUCN conservation status:

1. Cheetah – Extinct
2. Barasingha- Vulnerable
3. Great Indian Bustard: Endangered
4. Asian Golden Cat: Vulnerable

Which of the above statements is correctly matched?

3. With reference to India, the terms konyak, lotha and dimasakachari pertains to

4. Consider the following statements with reference to provisioning by banks:

1. Provisioning is setting aside funds by a bank as assets to pay for anticipated future losses on loans
2. Pro-cyclical provisioning refers to reducing loan loss provisions when business cycles turn and economic conditions deteriorate
3. The Indian Accounting Standards deals with provisioning standards

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

5. Consider the following statements

1. Dengue is a vector-borne viral disease transmitted by the bite of an infected female Aedes Aegypti mosquito.
2. A blood test is the only way to confirm the diagnosis of dengue.

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect? Select the correct answer using the code given below: