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301. Consider the following statements about the End Use Monitoring Agreeme

Consider the following statements about the End Use Monitoring Agreement (EUMA) signed between USA and India in July, 2009 :

1. It clears the way for the sale of US military equipment to India
2. It allows the US to verify whether India is using the weapons purchased from USA for the stated purpose
3. It restricts India to pass on the US military technology to any country other than Afghanistan (till US forces are there)

Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

[amp_mcq option1=”1 only” option2=”1 and 2 only” option3=”2 and 3 only” option4=”1, 2 and 3″ correct=”option2″]

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The End Use Monitoring Agreement (EUMA), signed between India and the USA in July 2009, was a crucial step allowing the US to verify how American military equipment sold to India is used, stored, and secured. This agreement facilitates the sale of advanced US military technology and equipment to India by providing assurances to the US regarding the proper use and security of sensitive items (Statement 1 and 2 are correct). The agreement places restrictions on the transfer of US military technology or equipment to any third country without explicit US authorization. Statement 3 is incorrect as it specifies Afghanistan as an exception until US forces are there, which is not a general or explicit clause of the EUMA; the restriction is typically on any third party transfer without US consent.
– EUMA facilitates the sale of US military equipment to India.
– It allows the US to monitor and verify the end-use of sold equipment.
– The agreement restricts India from transferring US military technology to third parties without US approval.
The EUMA was a bilateral agreement following the India-US Civil Nuclear Agreement. It addressed US concerns about proliferation and security, paving the way for India to purchase sophisticated US defence equipment, which was previously difficult due to lack of such an agreement.

302. Consider the following statements about former Australian cricketer St

Consider the following statements about former Australian cricketer Steve Waugh :

1. He is the author of the book “True Colours : My Life”.
2. He is deeply influenced by the deeds of Mother Teresa.
3. He is working for the cause of the children afflicted by leprosy in India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

[amp_mcq option1=”2 and 3 only” option2=”1 only” option3=”1 and 3 only” option4=”1, 2 and 3″ correct=”option1″]

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Steve Waugh’s autobiography is titled “Out of My Comfort Zone”. “True Colours: My Life” is the autobiography of Shane Warne. Therefore, statement 1 is incorrect. Steve Waugh has openly acknowledged being deeply influenced by Mother Teresa’s humanitarian work (Statement 2 is correct). He has been actively involved with Udayan, a home in Kolkata for children of leprosy patients, and has worked for the cause of children affected by leprosy in India for many years (Statement 3 is correct). Thus, only statements 2 and 3 are correct.
– Steve Waugh is the author of “Out of My Comfort Zone”, not “True Colours”.
– He was inspired by Mother Teresa and actively supports humanitarian causes in India, particularly related to children affected by leprosy.
Steve Waugh’s association with Udayan began during a cricket tour of India in the late 1990s. He continues to support the charity and has helped raise significant funds for it.

303. Which one of the following statements about Nandan Nilekani is not cor

Which one of the following statements about Nandan Nilekani is not correct ?

[amp_mcq option1=”He is the co-founder of Infosys Technologies Limited” option2=”He wrote a book, titled “Imagining India” in which he passionately called for governmental and cultural reforms” option3=”Recently he is appointed as the Member of the Planning Commission of India” option4=”He is given the rank of Cabinet Minister in July, 2009″ correct=”option3″]

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Nandan Nilekani is indeed a co-founder of Infosys (Statement A is correct). He wrote the book “Imagining India: The Idea of a Renewed Nation” which discusses India’s future and reforms (Statement B is correct). He was appointed as the head of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) in July 2009, with the rank of Cabinet Minister (Statement D is correct). While he had served as a member of the Planning Commission, his major appointment in July 2009 was heading the UIDAI, not just being appointed *recently* as a member of the Planning Commission, which he had been since 2008. The statement C is misleading or incorrect depending on the interpretation of “recently” in the context of July 2009, as his major appointment *at that time* was the UIDAI head. He was a Planning Commission member from 2008 until 2013, when he resigned to contest elections. However, the specific statement about *recently* being appointed *as a member* in July 2009 is less precise than his appointment as UIDAI head with Cabinet rank in the same month. Comparing C and D, D is the more precise and significant event in July 2009 related to Nilekani’s governmental role.
– Nandan Nilekani co-founded Infosys and is the author of “Imagining India”.
– In July 2009, he was appointed Chairman of the UIDAI with the rank of Cabinet Minister.
– While he was a member of the Planning Commission (from 2008), the statement about being *recently appointed as a Member* specifically in July 2009 is less accurate than his UIDAI appointment at that time.
Nilekani oversaw the rollout of the Aadhaar project as the head of the UIDAI. He later contested the Lok Sabha elections from Bangalore South constituency in 2014 but was unsuccessful.

304. Who is Richard Halbrooke ?

Who is Richard Halbrooke ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Producer and Director of Hollywood movies” option2=”US special envoy on Afghanistan and Pakistan” option3=”US ambassador to India” option4=”UN observer for overseeing the rehabilitation process of displaced Tamils in Sri Lanka” correct=”option2″]

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Richard Holbrooke was a prominent American diplomat known for his role in negotiating the Dayton Peace Accords which ended the Bosnian War. Around the time this question was likely framed (late 2000s), he was appointed as the U.S. Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan by President Barack Obama in January 2009. This role involved diplomatic efforts related to stability and policy in this critical region.
– Richard Holbrooke served as the US special envoy focusing on Afghanistan and Pakistan under the Obama administration starting in 2009.
– His career spanned several key diplomatic roles, including Ambassador to the UN and Assistant Secretary of State.
Richard Holbrooke passed away in December 2010 while still serving as the special envoy. His appointment was a significant move reflecting the US administration’s focus on the Af-Pak region.

305. Which one of the following is the theme for International Day for Biod

Which one of the following is the theme for International Day for Biodiversity in the year 2009 ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Biodiversity and Poverty Alleviation” option2=”Biodiversity : Food, Water and Health for All” option3=”Biodiversity and Climate Change” option4=”Biodiversity and Invasive Alien Species” correct=”option4″]

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The correct answer is D) Biodiversity and Invasive Alien Species.
The United Nations designates May 22nd as the International Day for Biological Diversity. The theme for this day changes each year to focus on a specific aspect of biodiversity conservation. For the year 2009, the chosen theme was “Biodiversity and Invasive Alien Species”.
Invasive alien species are a major threat to biodiversity worldwide. They can outcompete native species, alter habitats, and cause significant ecological and economic damage. Highlighting this issue was important in 2009 to raise awareness about their impact.

306. Consider the following statements about Ustad Ali Akbar Khan, who died

Consider the following statements about Ustad Ali Akbar Khan, who died in June, 2009 :

  • He was a Sarod maestro.
  • He belonged to the Maihar Gharana of classical Hindustani music.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

[amp_mcq option1=”1 only” option2=”2 only” option3=”Both 1 and 2″ option4=”Neither 1 nor 2″ correct=”option3″]

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The correct answer is C) Both 1 and 2.
Statement 1: Ustad Ali Akbar Khan (1922-2009) was a globally acclaimed Indian classical musician known for his virtuosity on the Sarod. He is considered one of the greatest Sarod players of all time.
Statement 2: Ali Akbar Khan was the son and disciple of Padma Vibhushan Baba Allauddin Khan, the founder of the Maihar Gharana of Hindustani classical music. He rigorously trained in this tradition and further propagated it.
Ustad Ali Akbar Khan was instrumental in popularizing Indian classical music in the West. He founded the Ali Akbar College of Music in Kolkata, California, and Switzerland. He received numerous awards, including the Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan, and five Grammy nominations.

307. Which among the following countries is ranked 1st in the Global Peace

Which among the following countries is ranked 1st in the Global Peace Index, 2009 ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Denmark” option2=”Norway” option3=”New Zealand” option4=”Austria” correct=”option3″]

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The correct answer is C) New Zealand.
According to the Global Peace Index (GPI) report released in 2009 by the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP), New Zealand was ranked as the most peaceful country in the world.
The Global Peace Index is an annual report that measures the relative position of countries’ and regions’ peacefulness. It considers factors such as internal and external conflicts, societal safety and security, and militarization. The rankings can vary significantly from year to year.

308. Which among the following was given the gold medal in the National Awa

Which among the following was given the gold medal in the National Award for e-Governance, 2008-09 in the innovative usage of technology in e-Governance category ?

[amp_mcq option1=”"Jaankari", Government of Bihar, DAR & PG, Patna” option2=”"E-CITY" Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, e-Governance Department, Ahmedabad, Gujarat” option3=”"Sujala Watershed Project", Government of Karnataka, Watershed Development Department, Bengaluru” option4=”"Fire Alert and Messaging System", Government of Madhya Pradesh, Forest Department, Bhopal” correct=”option1″]

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The correct answer is A) “Jaankari”, Government of Bihar, DAR & PG, Patna.
The National Awards for e-Governance recognize excellence in implementing e-Governance initiatives in India. For the year 2008-09, the “Jaankari” project by the Government of Bihar won the gold medal in the category of “Innovative Usage of Technology in e-Governance”.
“Jaankari” is an initiative by the Government of Bihar to provide citizens with information under the Right to Information (RTI) Act through Call Centres and Information Facilitation Counters. It aimed to make information easily accessible to the common public.

309. Consider the following paragraph and identify with the help of the cod

Consider the following paragraph and identify with the help of the code given below the dance technique referred to in the paragraph:
Originally known as the “backslide” or “walking on your toes” is a dance technique that presents the illusion of the dancer being pulled backwards while attempting to walk forward. A break dancing move, it became popular around the world after Michael Jackson executed it during a performance in 1983. It subsequently became his signature move, and is now one of the best-kiiown dance techniques in_thel weorld.

[amp_mcq option1=”Maganova” option2=”Moonwalk” option3=”B-boying” option4=”Jookin” correct=”option2″]

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The paragraph describes a dance technique originally known as the “backslide” or “walking on your toes” that creates the illusion of moving backward while appearing to walk forward. It is described as a breakdancing move popularized and made signature by Michael Jackson in 1983. This description is the widely recognized definition and history of the ‘Moonwalk’.
The Moonwalk is one of the most famous dance moves globally, strongly associated with Michael Jackson, who popularized it widely, although variations of the move existed earlier in breakdancing and other dance forms.
Michael Jackson first performed the Moonwalk on television during the Motown 25th Anniversary special in 1983, while performing “Billie Jean”. Its smooth execution created a sensation and it quickly became synonymous with him. While B-boying is the broader term for breakdancing, and Jookin is a specific style, the description points to the individual move, the Moonwalk. Maganova is not a known dance term matching this description.

310. Which one of the following is the correct chronological order of holdi

Which one of the following is the correct chronological order of holding of the Grand Slam tennis tournaments every year?

[amp_mcq option1=”US Open—French Open—Australian Open—Wimbledon” option2=”Australian Open—French Open—Wimbledon—US Open” option3=”French Open—Australian Open—US Open—Wimbledon” option4=”Wimbledon—French Open—US Open—Australian Open” correct=”option2″]

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The correct chronological order of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments held each year is Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open.
– The tennis season’s Grand Slam tournaments are played in this sequence:
1. Australian Open (held in Melbourne, in January)
2. French Open (also known as Roland-Garros, held in Paris, in May-June)
3. Wimbledon (held in London, in June-July)
4. US Open (held in New York City, in August-September)
– These four tournaments are the most prestigious events in tennis.
– The surfaces on which they are played differ: Australian Open and US Open are played on hard courts, French Open on clay courts, and Wimbledon on grass courts.
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