Q. 6. An ‘invasive species’ is an organism that is introduced to a new environment and typically has what kind of impact?
- Disrupts the native ecosystem, often by outcompeting native species or altering habitats
- Forms a symbiotic relationship with native species, benefiting both
- Is quickly eradicated by native predators
- Becomes a new primary producer, increasing the overall ecosystem productivity
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Q. 7. Which of the following is NOT a primary factor influencing the global distribution of plant species and vegetation zones?
- Topography (altitude, slope aspect)
- Climate (temperature and precipitation)
- Rocks Characteristics
- Soil characteristics (nutrients, pH)
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Q. 8. Consider the following statements regarding desert landforms and processes:
- Deflation is the process by which wind erodes loose particles from the desert surface.
- Inselbergs are isolated rock hills or mountains that stand abruptly from a desert plain. \
- Alluvial fans are cone-shaped deposits of sediment formed where a stream emerges from a mountain range into a plain.
- Most desert landscapes are sand dunes without rock features.Which of the statements given above are correct?
(A) I and IV only
(B) II and III only
(C) I, II and III only
(D) I, II, III and IV
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Q. 9. Which of the following is true regarding the Amendment in the Indian Constitution?
- An amendment of the Constitution may be initiated only by the introduction of a Bill for the purpose
- A Bill for the Amendment of the Constitution can be introduced in either House of Parliament
- No referendum or reference to the constituent Assembly would be required to change any provision of the Constitution
- Parliament can bring drastic changes in the Constitution, tantamount to making a new Constitution
Which of these statements are correct
- I, II and III only
- II, III and IV only
- III and IV only
- I and II only
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Q. 10. The finance Commission under Article 280(3) of the Constitution is primarily concerned with recommending to the president about-
- The principles governing grant in aid to be given to the States out of the Consolidated Fund of India
- The Distribution of the net proceeds of taxes between the Union and the States.
- Any other matter referred to the Commission by the President in the interest of the sound official administration.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- I only
- II only
- III only
- I, II and III only
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