Prelims Power Play 22 October 2022

1. With reference to Kashi- Tamil Sangamam programme, consider the following statements

1. It was launched with a focus on bringing out the links and shared values between the two ancient Indian cultures.
2. It is a part of ‘Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat’ initiative administered by union ministry of tourism in 2015.
3. IIT Madras and Banaras Hindu University will be the knowledge partners and Tamil Nadu will act as the host state.

Which of the above given statements are incorrect?

2. With reference to China plus one strategy, consider the following statements

1. It is a business strategy of Chinese Government to avoid over dependence on exports to US.
2. The main driving factor behind the strategy is China’s cost advantage diminishing in recent years.

Which of the above given statements are correct?

3. Consider following statements regarding GM crops in India:

1. Import of any GM material is governed by the Environment Protection Act.
2. Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) is the apex body that allows for commercial release of GM crops.
3. Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) is under Ministry of Science and Technology

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

4. Consider the following statements

1. The International Space Station (ISS) is located in Low earth orbit at an altitude of 400km.
2. The ISS has zero gravity which helps to replicate research in outer space.
3. The ISS is scheduled to retire in 2030.

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

5. With reference to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), consider the following statements:

1. Countries that are considered safe haven for supporting terror funding and money laundering are put in the FATF black list.
2. Once a country is placed on the black list, it remains there forever.
3. Presently no country is on Black list.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?