Quiz 2021: Prelims Power Play 8 February 2021

1. Consider the following statements

1. Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 define the term ‘vermin’.
2. Schedule V of Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 contains a list of animals designated ‘vermin’.
3. Rats, crows and foxes are mentioned in the Scheduled V of Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
4. State Government can declare wild animals of any species as ‘vermin’ in any area and for a specified period of time

Which of the above statements is/ are correct? Select the correct code?

2. What were the reasons for the starting of ‘Quit India Movement’?

1. Shortage and rising prices of essential commodities.
2. British reverses in South East Asia at the hand of Japanese
3. Failure of Cabinet Mission.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

3. Dhauliganga meets Alaknanda River at

4. Which of the following movement was withdrawn by Gandhiji calling it a  “Himalayan Blunder”

5. Which among the following rivers passes through the state of Uttarakhand?

1. Alaknanda
2. Tons River
3. Dhualiganga
4. Pindar River

Select the correct answer using the code given below.