Prelims Power Play 25 April 2024

1. Consider the following statements:

Statement-I: The use of inheritance tax can address income inequality

Statement-II: Inheritance tax plays a significant role in shaping economic policies and social welfare systems, influencing decisions on wealth transfer and intergenerational equity.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I

Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I

Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect

Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

2. Which of the following are not justiciable but are fundamental to the Governance of the Country?

Fundamental Rights

Fundamental Duties

Directive Principle of State Policies

All three

3. The government of the United Kingdom has passed its “Rwanda Bill” which mainly aims to

Provide developmental aid to Rwanda

Provide military support against M23 rebel

Deport asylum seekers to Rwanda

Provide free trade agreement with Africa

4. Consider the following regarding National Board for Wildlife

It is chaired by Minister of Environment and Forests
It is constituted under Environment Protection Act 1986.
No alternation of boundaries in national parks and wildlife sanctuaries can be done without the approval of the National Board for Wildlife.
Its recommendations are binding on state governments.

How many of the above is/are correct? Select the correct answer

Only one

Only two

Only three

All four

5. Consider the following

Kaziranga NP
Pobitara WLS
Orang NP
Jaldapara NP
Gorumara NP
Dudhwa NP

One Horned Rhino can be found in how many of the above protected areas?

Only three

Only four

Only five

All six