Q1. With reference to the North Eastern Council (NEC), consider the following statements:

1. It is a statutory body, established under the State Reorganisation Act, 1956.
2. It has been mandated to function as a regional planning body for the North Eastern Area.
3. Minister of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) acts as ex- officio chairman of the council.

How many of the above statements are correct?

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Q2. Which one of the following statements best explains the meaning of the 'Vostro account', often seen in the news?

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Q3. With reference to the Vulture species, consider the following statements:

1. The Vultures help to control the spread of harmful pathogens causing deadly anthrax and cholera.
2. The use of an anti-inflammatory drug called diclofenac has led to a decline in the population of Vultures.
3. The Vulture Conservation Breeding Centre (VCBC) has been set up at Pinjore in Haryana to save the vulture species from looming extinction.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Q4. Consider the following:

1. Consent of the parties
2. Impartiality
3. Non-use of force in any circumstance

How many of the above are the basic principles of United Nations peacekeeping operations?

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Q5. Consider the following places:

1. Konark, Odisha
2. Modhera, Gujarat
3. Martanda, Jammu and Kashmir

How many of the above places are known for ‘Sun temples’?

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