Prelims Power Play 25 September 2022

1. Coastal land forms depend on which of the following factors:

1. Wave action
2. Configuration of land and sea floor
3. Composition of rocks
4. Type of Coast( emerging and submerging)

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

2. Genome sequencing of SARS-CoV-2 virus can help us determine:

1. Evolution of Virus
2. Mutation
3. Geographical Spread
4. Lineage
5. Transmissibility

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

3. It was declared as a National Park in 1974 and wildlife sanctuary since 2007.It is the home of the world’s most one-horned rhinos.The National Highway 37 and the Diphlu River passes through the park area.Much of the focus of conservation is focused on the ‘big four’ species Rhino, Elephant, Royal Bengal tiger and Asiatic water buffalo. It summaries which national park.

4. Consider the following

1. Javan Rhino
2. White Rhino
3. One Horn Rhino
4. Black Rhino
5. Sumatran Rhino

How many of the above species are critically endangered

5. Consider the following statements One horn Rhino

1. They are only found in the state of Assam.
2. They are  listed as ‘Vulnerable’ on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List
3. Their horn has for centuries been used to treat a host of maladies, though there is no proven medical benefit.

Which of the above statements are correct?