BPSC 72nd prelims Anmol Vachan

Which of the following are major maritime chokepoints connected with the Indian Ocean? 1. Strait of Hormuz 2. Bab-el-Mandeb 3. Malacca Strait 4. Bering Strait Select the correct answer using the code below. A. 1, 2 and 3 only B. 2 and 4 only C. 1 and 4 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

With reference to the 'Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)', consider the following statements: 1. It extends up to 200 nautical miles from the baseline. 2. The coastal State enjoys sovereign rights over both living and non-living resources in the EEZ. 3. Foreign ships cannot navigate through another country's EEZ without prior permission. Which of the statements given above 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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With reference to Schedule I species under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, consider the following statements: 1. They receive the highest level of legal protection. 2. Hunting of such species is generally prohibited. 3. Asiatic Elephant is included in Schedule I. Which of the statements given above are correct? A) 1 and 2 only B) 2 and 3 only C) 1 and 3 only D) 1, 2 and 3

Consider the following statements regarding CITES: 1. It is legally binding on member countries. 2. It regulates international trade in endangered species. 3. India is a party to CITES. Which statements are correct? A) 1 and 2 only B) 2 and 3 only C) 1 and 3 only D) 1, 2 and 3