IMPULSE UPSC

Consider the following statements with reference to the Swachhata Pakhwada: 1. It is an initiative launched under the Swachh Bharat Mission in 2016. 2. It is monitored closely using the online monitoring system of Swachhata Samiksha.

Consider the following statements with reference to the Apple Cultivation: 1. It requires well-drained, loamy soils for its growth. 2. It is cultivated only in the Western Himalayan region in India.

With reference to Venezuela, consider the following statements: 1. It is located on the eastern coast of South America. 2. Its official language is Portuguese. 3. It is home to the world’s largest oil reserves.

Consider the following statements with reference to the Synchrotron: 1. It is a type of circular particle accelerator, where particles move in a loop and produce very bright light. 2. High Energy Photon Source (HEPS) is a Synchrotron facility located in Geneva, Switzerland.

With reference to the Narmada River, consider the following statements: 1. It is the largest west-flowing river in peninsular India. 2. It flows through Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Gujarat. 3. The Tropic of Cancer crosses the Narmada basin.

With reference to Calcium carbide, consider the following statements: 1. It is commonly used for ripening of fruits. 2. It is a highly reactive compound and releases acetylene gas. 3. It causes serious health issues such as dizziness and frequent thirst.

Consider the following statements with reference to the Iberian lynx: 1. It is generally nocturnal and its activity patterns are closely synchronized with its major prey. 2. It is distributed throughout the European continent.

Consider the following statements with reference to the National Endangered Species Day: 1. It is observed every year on the third Friday of the May month. 2. The theme for the year 2024 was Celebrate Saving Species.