Ques:5
The Spadex Mission of ISRO aims to …
(a) Demonstrate India’s docking capability
(b) Demonstrate recovery of rockets
(c) Demonstrate reuse of rockets
(d) Demonstrate India’s ability to send humans to space
Correct Answer
Answer: a
Explanation:
PSLV-C60 will launch ISRO’s Spadex mission on December 30.
Spadex mission will for the first time demonstrate India’s docking capability – a procedure by which two spacecrafts are brought near to each other and then joined together.
Source: The Indian Express (Page 11)
Ques:6
Which of the following statements are correct in respect of the Western Ghats:
The Western Ghats stretches across 6 states.
Lion-tailed Macaque is found in the Nilgiris and is known for its conservation efforts.
Silent Valley National Park is located in the Western Ghats.
Select the answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer
Answer: d
Explanation:
Statements 1 is correct:
The Western Ghats stretch across six states: Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Statement 2 is correct:
The Lion-tailed Macaque is found in the Nilgiri Hills and the Western Ghats and is a critically endangered species, with significant conservation efforts focused on its protection.
Statement 3 is correct:
Silent Valley National Park is located in Kerala, within the Western Ghats, and is known for its rich biodiversity and conservation importance.
Source: The Hindu (Page 6)
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