In which of the Edicts is found the
mention of Ashoka’s conversion to
Buddhism and his reverence for his religion?
mention of Ashoka’s conversion to
Buddhism and his reverence for his religion?
Anonymous Quiz
42%
Kalinga Edicts
9%
Bhabru Edicts
41%
Major Pillar Edicts
8%
Minor Rock Edicts
Which of the following sites provides the earliest evidence of a man-made dockyard in the Indus Valley Civilisation?
Anonymous Quiz
12%
Harappa
25%
Mohenjo-daro
53%
Lothal
10%
Dholavira
India’s current NDC, offcially conveyed to the United Nations in August
2022 commits to the following by 2030:
1. having 50% of its installed electric power from non-fossil
sources
2. reducing the intensity of emissions per unit of GDP by 44%
3. increasing its carbon sink to
at least 2.5 billion tonnes to
3 billion tonnes of CO2
equivalent.
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2022 commits to the following by 2030:
1. having 50% of its installed electric power from non-fossil
sources
2. reducing the intensity of emissions per unit of GDP by 44%
3. increasing its carbon sink to
at least 2.5 billion tonnes to
3 billion tonnes of CO2
equivalent.
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The Poona Pact aimed at
Anonymous Quiz
33%
Hindu-Muslim unity
56%
representation of lower castes
5%
privileges of the princès
6%
review of the working of Dyarchy
Agnikul Cosmos successfully test-fired "Agnite," a 3D-printed rocket engine manufactured in seven days, significantly accelerating rocket production and enabling more frequent satellite launches.
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The ‘Saddle peak’ is located in which of the following regions/mountain ranges of India?
Anonymous Quiz
7%
Patkai Bum
25%
Palakondalu
28%
Aravallis
40%
Andaman islands
Which specific aspect of vehicle regulation in India is primarily governed by the combination of AIS:052 and AIS:119 standards?
Anonymous Quiz
51%
The implementation of Bharat Stage (BS) VI emission norms for heavy vehicles.
21%
The technical requirements and structural safety for bus body construction.
23%
The mandatory installation of FASTag and GPS tracking in commercial fleets.
5%
The licensing requirements for drivers of heavy passenger vehicles.
Income elasticity of demand is zero in the case of
Anonymous Quiz
5%
normal goods
37%
essential goods
30%
inferior goods
29%
it can never be zero
The Financial Inclusion-Index is released by which one of the following institutions?
Anonymous Quiz
24%
Ministry of Finance
52%
NITI Aayog
18%
Reserve Bank of India
5%
World Bank
What causes wind to deflect toward left in the Southern
hemisphere?
hemisphere?
Anonymous Quiz
11%
Temperature
20%
Magnetic field
55%
Rotation of the Earth
14%
Pressure
Characteristics of Tribes
1. Ancient Culture:
Tribal culture is very ancient. It is believed to have originated before recorded history. Tribal societies are considered parallel to natural societies.
2. Unique Identity:
Their culture is distinct compared to other races or religions. In villages, folk cultures appear unique. Their customs, beliefs, and political/legal systems are separate. However, they are now adopting many elements from the outside world.
3. Geographical Isolation:
Tribal people tend to stick to a particular area. While living in a specific dwelling, they depend on the resources available there for their livelihood.
4. Limited Interaction:
They generally do not like to mingle with others. They have limited contact with the outside world. If outsiders intrude into their settlements, they move further into more remote areas. Because of this lack of connection, they live in extremely remote geographical conditions.
5. Shy Nature:
They are naturally shy when interacting with other races or outsiders. Even if they need to communicate, they remain reserved.
6. Backwardness:
They are socially, economically, health-wise, and educationally backward. Their technical knowledge and tools are primitive. Their lifestyle is based on physical labor. Environmental changes affect them severely.
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1. Ancient Culture:
Tribal culture is very ancient. It is believed to have originated before recorded history. Tribal societies are considered parallel to natural societies.
2. Unique Identity:
Their culture is distinct compared to other races or religions. In villages, folk cultures appear unique. Their customs, beliefs, and political/legal systems are separate. However, they are now adopting many elements from the outside world.
3. Geographical Isolation:
Tribal people tend to stick to a particular area. While living in a specific dwelling, they depend on the resources available there for their livelihood.
4. Limited Interaction:
They generally do not like to mingle with others. They have limited contact with the outside world. If outsiders intrude into their settlements, they move further into more remote areas. Because of this lack of connection, they live in extremely remote geographical conditions.
5. Shy Nature:
They are naturally shy when interacting with other races or outsiders. Even if they need to communicate, they remain reserved.
6. Backwardness:
They are socially, economically, health-wise, and educationally backward. Their technical knowledge and tools are primitive. Their lifestyle is based on physical labor. Environmental changes affect them severely.
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Which organization manages the Central KYC Registry under the Ministry of Finance?
Anonymous Quiz
20%
SEBI
30%
CERSAI
32%
RBI
18%
IRDAI
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సుప్రీంకోర్టు సలహా పూర్వక అధికార పరిధి (ఆర్టికల్ 143)కి సంబంధించి సరైన సమాధానం ఎంచుకోండి.
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48%
రాష్ట్రపతి అడిగిన ప్రతి న్యాయపరమైన అంశంపై సుప్రీంకోర్టు విధిగా సలహా ఇవ్వాలి
8%
సుప్రీంకోర్టు ఇచ్చిన సలహాను రాష్ట్రపతి తప్పనిసరిగా పాటించాలి.
38%
రాజ్యాంగం అమలు రాకముందు చేసుకున్న ఒప్పందాలపై రాష్ట్రపతి సలహా అడిగితే కోర్టు సలహా ఇవ్వడం తప్పనిసరి
7%
సలహా కోరే అధికారం రాష్ట్రపతికి, ప్రధానమంత్రికి సమానంగా ఉంటుంది.
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Toys/items -- specific wood
1. Kondapalli Toys (కొండపల్లి బొమ్మలు):
* Wood: Tella Poniki (తెల్లపొనికి)
2. Etikoppaka Lacquer Toys (ఏటికొప్పాక లక్క బొమ్మలు):
* Wood: Ankudu (అంకుడు)
3. Wooden Toys of Madhavamala, Tirupati District (మాధవమాల చెక్క బొమ్మలు):
* Wood: Red Sanders / Red Sandalwood (Yerra Chandanam - ఎర్రచందనం), Nariyepi (నారియేపి), and Thummi / Acacia catechu (తుమ్మ)
4. Bobbili Veena (బొబ్బిలి వీణ):
* Wood: Jackfruit (Panasa - పనస) and Rosewood (రోజ్వుడ్)
5. Wooden Carts (ఎడ్ల బండ్లు) - Kapavaram, Eluru District:
* Wood: Teak (Teku - టేకు)
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1. Kondapalli Toys (కొండపల్లి బొమ్మలు):
* Wood: Tella Poniki (తెల్లపొనికి)
2. Etikoppaka Lacquer Toys (ఏటికొప్పాక లక్క బొమ్మలు):
* Wood: Ankudu (అంకుడు)
3. Wooden Toys of Madhavamala, Tirupati District (మాధవమాల చెక్క బొమ్మలు):
* Wood: Red Sanders / Red Sandalwood (Yerra Chandanam - ఎర్రచందనం), Nariyepi (నారియేపి), and Thummi / Acacia catechu (తుమ్మ)
4. Bobbili Veena (బొబ్బిలి వీణ):
* Wood: Jackfruit (Panasa - పనస) and Rosewood (రోజ్వుడ్)
5. Wooden Carts (ఎడ్ల బండ్లు) - Kapavaram, Eluru District:
* Wood: Teak (Teku - టేకు)
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Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) 🌐⚛️
Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are advanced nuclear fission reactors with a capacity of up to 300 Megawatt electric (MWe) per module—roughly one-third of conventional reactors. ⚡
Core Features 🏗️
• Definition: Defined by the International Atomic Energy Agency as units producing up to 300 MWe, featuring "small" size, "modular" factory-fabrication, and "reactor" fission technology. 📏
• Passive Safety: Built with inherent safety systems that can shut down and cool without external power or human intervention. 🛡️
• Industrial Decarbonization: Ideal for powering energy-intensive, captive industrial applications (steel, aluminum, data centers) to replace coal. 🏭
• Flexibility: Scalable, can be deployed incrementally, and fit in remote or off-grid locations. 🚀
India's SMR Initiatives 🇮🇳
• Bharat Small Modular Reactor (BSMR 200 MWe): Developed indigenously by the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) and NPCIL, planned for Tarapur (Maharashtra) using Slightly Enriched Uranium (SEU). 🏭
• SMR-55 MWe: A highly modular pressurized water reactor concept slated for Tarapur. 💧
• High-Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactor (5 MWth): Targeted for hydrogen generation at BARC Vizag (Andhra Pradesh). 🌬️
• Policy Push: Backed by national nuclear missions and proposed legislative amendments to scale clean baseload nuclear capacity. 📜
Challenges ⚠️
• Economic Scale: Higher initial cost per unit of energy compared to massive traditional plants due to lower initial economies of scale. 💰
• Regulatory Frameworks: Requires modernizing domestic liability and safety regulations (such as updates to India's atomic laws) for commercial private engagement. ⚖️
• Nuclear Waste: Manages radioactive spent fuel management similarly to traditional plants. ♻️
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Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are advanced nuclear fission reactors with a capacity of up to 300 Megawatt electric (MWe) per module—roughly one-third of conventional reactors. ⚡
Core Features 🏗️
• Definition: Defined by the International Atomic Energy Agency as units producing up to 300 MWe, featuring "small" size, "modular" factory-fabrication, and "reactor" fission technology. 📏
• Passive Safety: Built with inherent safety systems that can shut down and cool without external power or human intervention. 🛡️
• Industrial Decarbonization: Ideal for powering energy-intensive, captive industrial applications (steel, aluminum, data centers) to replace coal. 🏭
• Flexibility: Scalable, can be deployed incrementally, and fit in remote or off-grid locations. 🚀
India's SMR Initiatives 🇮🇳
• Bharat Small Modular Reactor (BSMR 200 MWe): Developed indigenously by the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) and NPCIL, planned for Tarapur (Maharashtra) using Slightly Enriched Uranium (SEU). 🏭
• SMR-55 MWe: A highly modular pressurized water reactor concept slated for Tarapur. 💧
• High-Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactor (5 MWth): Targeted for hydrogen generation at BARC Vizag (Andhra Pradesh). 🌬️
• Policy Push: Backed by national nuclear missions and proposed legislative amendments to scale clean baseload nuclear capacity. 📜
Challenges ⚠️
• Economic Scale: Higher initial cost per unit of energy compared to massive traditional plants due to lower initial economies of scale. 💰
• Regulatory Frameworks: Requires modernizing domestic liability and safety regulations (such as updates to India's atomic laws) for commercial private engagement. ⚖️
• Nuclear Waste: Manages radioactive spent fuel management similarly to traditional plants. ♻️
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