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UPSC Civil Service Prelims Paper I 2022 (General Studies)
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If a major solar storm (solar flare) reaches the Earth, which of the following are the possible effects on the Earth ?

1. GPS and navigation systems could fail.

2. Tsunamis could occur at equatorial regions.

3. Power grids could be damaged.

4. Intense auroras could occur over much of the Earth.

5. Forest fires could take place over much of the planet.

6. Orbits of the satellites could be disturbed.

7. Shortwave radio communication of the aircraft flying over polar regions could be interrupted.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A
1, 2, 4 and 5 only
B
2, 3, 5, 6 and 7 only
C
1, 3, 4, 6 and 7 only
D
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7
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UPSC Civil Service Prelims Paper I 2022 (General Studies)
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
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With reference to polyethylene terephthalate, the use of which is so widespread in our daily lives, consider the following statements :

1. Its fibres can be blended with wool and cotton fibres to reinforce their properties.

2. Containers made of it can be used to store any alcoholic beverage.

3. Bottles made of it can be recycled into other products.

4. Articles made of it can be easily disposed of by incineration without causing greenhouse gas emissions.

Which of the statements given above are correct ?

A
1 and 3
B
2 and 4
C
1 and 4
D
2 and 3
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UPSC Civil Service Prelims Paper I 2022 (General Studies)
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+2
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With reference to Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), consider the following statements:

1. They enable the digital representation of physical assets.

2. They are unique cryptographic tokens that exist on a blockchain.

3. They can be traded or exchanged at equivalency and therefore can be used as a medium of commercial transactions.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A
1 and 2 only
B
2 and 3 only
C
1 and 3 only
D
1, 2 and 3
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UPSC Civil Service Prelims Paper I 2022 (General Studies)
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+2
-0.66
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Which one of the following statements best describes the 'Polar Code'?
A
It is the international code of safety for ships operating in polar waters.
B
It is the agreement of the countries around the North Pole regarding the demarcation of their territories in the polar region.
C
It is a set of norms to be followed by the countries whose scientists undertake research studies in the North Pole and South Pole.
D
It is a trade and security agreement of the member countries of the Arctic Council.
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