Prelims Power Play 25 February 2022

1. Ukraine is called the bread basket of the Europe because of fertile soil called Chernozems. Which of the following statements about Chernozems is are correct?

1. It is rich in humus rich grassland soils.
2. It has similar characteristics of a black soil.
3. It has also high amounts of lime, iron, and magnesium

Which of the above statements is /are correct?

2. Consider the following statement regarding National Water Development Agency (NWDA)

1. It is a statutory body.
2. It is entrusted with development of plan of Interlinking of river.
3. It is under Prime Ministers Office.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

3. Consider the following statements with respect to composite water management index:

1. Rural drinking water and watershed management are part of the 9 themes included in it.
2. Among non-Himalayan States, Andhra Pradesh is ranked one.
3. Among UTs, Chandigarh holds rank one followed by Puducherry.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

4. Composite Water Management Index is brought out by

5. Consider the following regarding GST

1. Any issuance of an invoice or bill without supply of goods or services and wrongful availing is a cognizable and non-bailable offence
2. There is no provision of appeal under GST law.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?