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Passage
  1. Conference series LLC Ltd organises a conference series of 1000+ global events inclusive of 300+ conferences, 900+ upcoming and previous symposiums and workshops in USA, Europe and Asia with support from 1000 more Scientific societies and publishes 700+ open access journals which contain over 30000 eminent personalities, reputed scientists as Editorial board members.
  2. Recycling and Waste Management Convention 2018 proudly invites contributors across the globe to 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management during October 22-23,2018 in Osaka, Japan, which includes prompt keynote presentations, oral talks, poster presentations and exhibitions. We are delighted to say that it is the 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management which will be held in a beautiful city of Osaka,Japan and hence we invite you all to attend and register.
  3. 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management is mainly based on the theme “Advocating Waste Disposal and Recycling Practices for Clean and Green Environment.” We warmly welcome all the participants - leading scientists, researchers and scholars of the world to attend the convention. We provide a platform for young researchers and students to present their research through oral presentations through which they can develop a foundation for collaboration among young researchers.
  4. The organising committee aims at setting a platform for all the budding scientists and researchers to present their real-time work and share their views and aspects related to the theme of the conference. The organising committee is gearing up for an exciting and informative conference programme including plenary lecture, symposia, workshops on a variety of topics, poster presentations and various programmes for participants from all over the world.
Q. What theme is being highlighted in the given passage?
  • a)
    Efficient means of reducing garbage
  • b)
    Various techniques to be employed to recycle the goods
  • c)
    Efficient ways of waste disposal
  • d)
    Both (ii) and (iii)
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Rajnish Raj answered
D is correct
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Passage
  1. Conference series LLC Ltd organises a conference series of 1000+ global events inclusive of 300+ conferences, 900+ upcoming and previous symposiums and workshops in USA, Europe and Asia with support from 1000 more Scientific societies and publishes 700+ open access journals which contain over 30000 eminent personalities, reputed scientists as Editorial board members.
  2. Recycling and Waste Management Convention 2018 proudly invites contributors across the globe to 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management during October 22-23,2018 in Osaka, Japan, which includes prompt keynote presentations, oral talks, poster presentations and exhibitions. We are delighted to say that it is the 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management which will be held in a beautiful city of Osaka,Japan and hence we invite you all to attend and register.
  3. 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management is mainly based on the theme “Advocating Waste Disposal and Recycling Practices for Clean and Green Environment.” We warmly welcome all the participants - leading scientists, researchers and scholars of the world to attend the convention. We provide a platform for young researchers and students to present their research through oral presentations through which they can develop a foundation for collaboration among young researchers.
  4. The organising committee aims at setting a platform for all the budding scientists and researchers to present their real-time work and share their views and aspects related to the theme of the conference. The organising committee is gearing up for an exciting and informative conference programme including plenary lecture, symposia, workshops on a variety of topics, poster presentations and various programmes for participants from all over the world.
Q. Which of the following activities contribute collectively towards paper waste recycled percentage?
  • a)
    Plastic and metal or glass and metal
  • b)
    Confidential documents and plastic or metal or glass
  • c)
    Miscellaneous recycled waste and confidential documents
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Sonal Yadav answered
Confidential documents and plastic or metal or glass contribute collectively towards paper waste recycled percentage.

Passage
  1. Conference series LLC Ltd organises a conference series of 1000+ global events inclusive of 300+ conferences, 900+ upcoming and previous symposiums and workshops in USA, Europe and Asia with support from 1000 more Scientific societies and publishes 700+ open access journals which contain over 30000 eminent personalities, reputed scientists as Editorial board members.
  2. Recycling and Waste Management Convention 2018 proudly invites contributors across the globe to 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management during October 22-23,2018 in Osaka, Japan, which includes prompt keynote presentations, oral talks, poster presentations and exhibitions. We are delighted to say that it is the 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management which will be held in a beautiful city of Osaka,Japan and hence we invite you all to attend and register.
  3. 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management is mainly based on the theme “Advocating Waste Disposal and Recycling Practices for Clean and Green Environment.” We warmly welcome all the participants - leading scientists, researchers and scholars of the world to attend the convention. We provide a platform for young researchers and students to present their research through oral presentations through which they can develop a foundation for collaboration among young researchers.
  4. The organising committee aims at setting a platform for all the budding scientists and researchers to present their real-time work and share their views and aspects related to the theme of the conference. The organising committee is gearing up for an exciting and informative conference programme including plenary lecture, symposia, workshops on a variety of topics, poster presentations and various programmes for participants from all over the world.
Q. Which other type of waste is recycled at the same rate as that of used electronics?
  • a)
    Miscellaneous goods
  • b)
    Hazardous waste and sharp shelters
  • c)
    Branches and wood
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Miscellaneous goods are recycled at the same rate as that of used electronics.

Passage
  1. Conference series LLC Ltd organises a conference series of 1000+ global events inclusive of 300+ conferences, 900+ upcoming and previous symposiums and workshops in USA, Europe and Asia with support from 1000 more Scientific societies and publishes 700+ open access journals which contain over 30000 eminent personalities, reputed scientists as Editorial board members.
  2. Recycling and Waste Management Convention 2018 proudly invites contributors across the globe to 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management during October 22-23,2018 in Osaka, Japan, which includes prompt keynote presentations, oral talks, poster presentations and exhibitions. We are delighted to say that it is the 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management which will be held in a beautiful city of Osaka,Japan and hence we invite you all to attend and register.
  3. 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management is mainly based on the theme “Advocating Waste Disposal and Recycling Practices for Clean and Green Environment.” We warmly welcome all the participants - leading scientists, researchers and scholars of the world to attend the convention. We provide a platform for young researchers and students to present their research through oral presentations through which they can develop a foundation for collaboration among young researchers.
  4. The organising committee aims at setting a platform for all the budding scientists and researchers to present their real-time work and share their views and aspects related to the theme of the conference. The organising committee is gearing up for an exciting and informative conference programme including plenary lecture, symposia, workshops on a variety of topics, poster presentations and various programmes for participants from all over the world.
Q. What is the main theme of the 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management?
  • a)
    Promoting tourism in Osaka, Japan
  • b)
    Advocating Waste Disposal and Recycling Practices for Clean and Green Environment
  • c)
    Discussing the history of recycling
  • d)
    Exploring waste management practices in Asia
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ananya Das answered
Option B is the correct answer because the passage clearly states that the main theme of the 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management is "Advocating Waste Disposal and Recycling Practices for Clean and Green Environment". This is mentioned in the second paragraph of the passage.
The passage also states that the conference will provide a platform for leading scientists, researchers, and scholars from around the world to present their research related to the theme of the conference. Additionally, young researchers and students will have the opportunity to present their research through oral presentations, which can lead to collaboration among young researchers.
Therefore, the theme of the conference is focused on promoting waste disposal and recycling practices for a cleaner and greener environment, and the conference aims to bring together researchers, scientists, and scholars to present their research related to this topic.

Passage
  1. The report, progress on household drinking water, sanitation and hygiene (2000-2017): Special focus on inequalities, is the most recent publication by the WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme, which tracks global progress in achieving the water and sanitation portion of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  2. The 17 SDGs aim is to “end poverty in all its forms everywhere” by 2030. Goal 6 calls for universal access to safe and adequate access to drinking water and sanitation services.
  3. According to the new report, progress has been made since 2000, yet billions of people are still underserved. The report delineates between access to basic services, which has greatly improved, and access to “safely managed” services, which is inadequate in many parts of the world. Only about 45 per cent of the global population has access to safely- managed sanitation services. In 2017, an estimated 673 million people continued to openly defecate, most of them in 61 “high burden” countries where the practice remained common among more than 5 per cent of the population.
  4. To qualify as being “safely managed”, drinking water must meet three criteria: be accessible on the premises, be available for at least 12 hours per day, and be free from E. coli, arsenic, or fluoride contamination. Sanitation is considered safely managed when facilities are not shared with other households, and waste is safely treated on-site or at an off-site facility.
  5. In 2017, an estimated 5.3 billion people had access to safely-managed drinking water. Of that number, 1.4 billion used basic services, 206 million used limited services, 435 used unimproved sources, and the remaining 144 million relied on untreated surface water.
  6. Poor and rural populations are at the greatest risk of being left behind. In 2017, urban access to basic drinking water services was at 97 per cent, while rural coverage was at 81 per cent.
  7. In terms of sanitation, an estimated 2.1 billion people gained access to basic services between 2000 and 2017, but 2 billion remain without access.
  8. The report also focuses on improvements in eliminating open defecation. Between 2000 and 2017, the global rate of open defecation fell from 21 percent to 9 per cent.
Q. Which type of water is considered as safely managed and drinking water?
  • a)
    Free from harmful substances
  • b)
    Accessible every time when needed
  • c)
    Available for at least 12 hours per day
  • d)
    All of these
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

According to the passage, to qualify as being “safely managed”, drinking water must meet three criteria: be accessible on the premises, be available for at least 12 hours per day, and be free from E. coli, arsenic, or fluoride contamination. To meet these criteria, water needs to be accessible all the time, available for a certain amount of time and free from harmful substances.
Option 'D' All of these is the correct answer.

Passage
  1. The report, progress on household drinking water, sanitation and hygiene (2000-2017): Special focus on inequalities, is the most recent publication by the WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme, which tracks global progress in achieving the water and sanitation portion of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  2. The 17 SDGs aim is to “end poverty in all its forms everywhere” by 2030. Goal 6 calls for universal access to safe and adequate access to drinking water and sanitation services.
  3. According to the new report, progress has been made since 2000, yet billions of people are still underserved. The report delineates between access to basic services, which has greatly improved, and access to “safely managed” services, which is inadequate in many parts of the world. Only about 45 per cent of the global population has access to safely- managed sanitation services. In 2017, an estimated 673 million people continued to openly defecate, most of them in 61 “high burden” countries where the practice remained common among more than 5 per cent of the population.
  4. To qualify as being “safely managed”, drinking water must meet three criteria: be accessible on the premises, be available for at least 12 hours per day, and be free from E. coli, arsenic, or fluoride contamination. Sanitation is considered safely managed when facilities are not shared with other households, and waste is safely treated on-site or at an off-site facility.
  5. In 2017, an estimated 5.3 billion people had access to safely-managed drinking water. Of that number, 1.4 billion used basic services, 206 million used limited services, 435 used unimproved sources, and the remaining 144 million relied on untreated surface water.
  6. Poor and rural populations are at the greatest risk of being left behind. In 2017, urban access to basic drinking water services was at 97 per cent, while rural coverage was at 81 per cent.
  7. In terms of sanitation, an estimated 2.1 billion people gained access to basic services between 2000 and 2017, but 2 billion remain without access.
  8. The report also focuses on improvements in eliminating open defecation. Between 2000 and 2017, the global rate of open defecation fell from 21 percent to 9 per cent.
Q. Which country has maximum access to basic drinking water?
  • a)
    Sub-Saharan Africa
  • b)
    Europe and North America
  • c)
    Australia and New Zealand
  • d)
    Central and South Asia
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Saikat Chawla answered
According to the report, in 2017, urban access to basic drinking water services was at 97 per cent, while rural coverage was at 81 per cent. Therefore, Europe and North America have the maximum access to basic drinking water.

Passage
  1. Conference series LLC Ltd organises a conference series of 1000+ global events inclusive of 300+ conferences, 900+ upcoming and previous symposiums and workshops in USA, Europe and Asia with support from 1000 more Scientific societies and publishes 700+ open access journals which contain over 30000 eminent personalities, reputed scientists as Editorial board members.
  2. Recycling and Waste Management Convention 2018 proudly invites contributors across the globe to 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management during October 22-23,2018 in Osaka, Japan, which includes prompt keynote presentations, oral talks, poster presentations and exhibitions. We are delighted to say that it is the 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management which will be held in a beautiful city of Osaka,Japan and hence we invite you all to attend and register.
  3. 9th World Convention on Recycling and Waste Management is mainly based on the theme “Advocating Waste Disposal and Recycling Practices for Clean and Green Environment.” We warmly welcome all the participants - leading scientists, researchers and scholars of the world to attend the convention. We provide a platform for young researchers and students to present their research through oral presentations through which they can develop a foundation for collaboration among young researchers.
  4. The organising committee aims at setting a platform for all the budding scientists and researchers to present their real-time work and share their views and aspects related to the theme of the conference. The organising committee is gearing up for an exciting and informative conference programme including plenary lecture, symposia, workshops on a variety of topics, poster presentations and various programmes for participants from all over the world.
Q. What has been considered as an efficient means to reduce landfill area?
  • a)
    Sorting of waste
  • b)
    Recycling or composting waste
  • c)
    Both (i) and (ii)
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Radha menon answered
Efficient Means to Reduce Landfill Area:

Sorting of Waste:
- One efficient means to reduce landfill area is by sorting waste into different categories such as recyclables, organic waste, and non-recyclables.
- Sorting waste allows for the proper disposal of recyclable materials, which can be processed and reused instead of being dumped in landfills.

Recycling or Composting Waste:
- Recycling or composting waste is another effective way to reduce landfill area.
- By recycling materials such as paper, plastic, glass, and metal, we can prevent them from ending up in landfills and instead use them to create new products.
- Composting organic waste helps in reducing the amount of biodegradable waste that goes to landfills, as it can be transformed into nutrient-rich compost for gardening and agriculture.

Both (i) and (ii):
- By combining the practices of sorting waste and recycling/composting, we can significantly reduce the amount of waste that is sent to landfills.
- This not only helps in conserving valuable landfill space but also contributes to a cleaner and greener environment by promoting sustainable waste management practices.

Passage
  1. In November 1918, he joined Sydenham College as a professor of political economics and worked there for two years. With his little savings, some help from the Maharaja of Kolhapur, and with a loan of five thousand rupees from his friend, Naval Bhathena, he left for England in 1920 to complete his studies in Law and Economics. He resumed his studies at the London School of Economics and kept his terms at Gray’s Institute of Law. He turned his attention to the London Museum where the relics of the saintly and scientific thoughts are preserved, where the ruins of the antique world are displayed and where Karl Marx, Mazzini, Lenin and Savarkar had dug for knowledge and digested it.
  2. In the Museum, he poured over books from morning till evening. Time was an important factor with him. To save both money and time, he would go without lunch. After this, the second round of reading begins at his residence. The endless reading would go on till early morning. He told his room-mate that his poverty and want of time require him to finish his studies as early as possible.
  3. During these studies in London for his academic eminence, he had not forgotten the real aim in his life. He could not for a minute forget the dumb faces of the untouchables in India. He took up this matter with the Secretary of State for India and also held discussions with Mr. Vithalbhai Patel in London. Neither he could forget the alien political realities of the nation.
  4. In a paper read before the Students Union and also in his famous thesis “The Problem of the Rupees”, he exposed the hollowness of the British policies in India, which caused a stir in the academic world of London and Ambedkar was suspected to be an Indian Revolutionary.
Q. What was the core slogan raised by Dr. Ambedkar?
  • a)
    Self-awareness amongst the oppressed
  • b)
    Open revolt
  • c)
    Pacification of the untouchables
  • d)
    Revolt of the oppressors
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Anisha patel answered


Core Slogan Raised by Dr. Ambedkar

Dr. Ambedkar's core slogan can be summarized as promoting self-awareness amongst the oppressed. This was a key theme in his work and activism.

Explanation

- Self-awareness amongst the oppressed: Dr. Ambedkar believed that the first step towards empowerment and liberation for the marginalized communities, especially the untouchables in India, was to raise their self-awareness. He emphasized the importance of education, self-respect, and self-reliance among the oppressed.

- Open revolt: While Dr. Ambedkar advocated for social reform and equality, his approach was not centered around open revolt or violence. Instead, he believed in using constitutional means to bring about change and fight against oppression.

- Pacification of the untouchables: Dr. Ambedkar's goal was not to pacify or appease the untouchables, but to empower them to assert their rights and demand equal treatment in society.

- Revolt of the oppressors: Dr. Ambedkar's focus was more on uplifting the oppressed communities rather than promoting a revolt of the oppressors. He believed in addressing systemic injustices through education, legal reforms, and social movements.

In conclusion, Dr. Ambedkar's core slogan of promoting self-awareness amongst the oppressed reflects his commitment to empowering marginalized communities through education, self-respect, and social reform rather than advocating for open revolt or pacification.

Passage
  1. The report, progress on household drinking water, sanitation and hygiene (2000-2017): Special focus on inequalities, is the most recent publication by the WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme, which tracks global progress in achieving the water and sanitation portion of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  2. The 17 SDGs aim is to “end poverty in all its forms everywhere” by 2030. Goal 6 calls for universal access to safe and adequate access to drinking water and sanitation services.
  3. According to the new report, progress has been made since 2000, yet billions of people are still underserved. The report delineates between access to basic services, which has greatly improved, and access to “safely managed” services, which is inadequate in many parts of the world. Only about 45 per cent of the global population has access to safely- managed sanitation services. In 2017, an estimated 673 million people continued to openly defecate, most of them in 61 “high burden” countries where the practice remained common among more than 5 per cent of the population.
  4. To qualify as being “safely managed”, drinking water must meet three criteria: be accessible on the premises, be available for at least 12 hours per day, and be free from E. coli, arsenic, or fluoride contamination. Sanitation is considered safely managed when facilities are not shared with other households, and waste is safely treated on-site or at an off-site facility.
  5. In 2017, an estimated 5.3 billion people had access to safely-managed drinking water. Of that number, 1.4 billion used basic services, 206 million used limited services, 435 used unimproved sources, and the remaining 144 million relied on untreated surface water.
  6. Poor and rural populations are at the greatest risk of being left behind. In 2017, urban access to basic drinking water services was at 97 per cent, while rural coverage was at 81 per cent.
  7. In terms of sanitation, an estimated 2.1 billion people gained access to basic services between 2000 and 2017, but 2 billion remain without access.
  8. The report also focuses on improvements in eliminating open defecation. Between 2000 and 2017, the global rate of open defecation fell from 21 percent to 9 per cent.
Q. What is the percentage of population which has access to sanitation services?
  • a)
    45%
  • b)
    22%
  • c)
    15%
  • d)
    8%
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Saikat Chawla answered
According to the report mentioned in the passage, about 45% of the global population has access to "safely managed" sanitation services. "Safely managed" sanitation services are defined as facilities that are not shared with other households, and waste is safely treated on-site or at an off-site facility. It is not mentioned in the passage what percentage of the population has access to basic sanitation services, which may be different from the percentage of people with access to safely managed services.

Passage
1. The UN’s 2017 International Year tells that sustainable tourism is an important tool for development, most importantly in poor communities and countries. Today sustainability (environmental, social, and economic) is increasingly recognised as the benchmark for all tourism businesses. As noted by the UN World Tourism Organisation, 57% of international tourist arrivals will be in emerging economies, by 2030. The various ‘Tourism Terms’ are defined as follows: (Table 67)
2. Based on data collected by a survey by Travel Bureau, the following market profile of an ecotourist was constructed–
  • Age: 35–54 years old, although age varied with activity and other factors such as cost. Gender: 50% female and 50% male, although clear differences based on activity were found.
  • Education: 82% were college graduates, a shift in interest in ecotourism from those who have high levels of education to those with less education was also found, indicating an expansion into mainstream markets.
  • Household composition: No major differences were found between general tourists and experienced ecotourists.
  • Party composition: A majority (60%) of experienced ecotourism respondents stated they prefer to travel as a couple, with only 15% stating they preferred to travel with their families, and 13% preferring to travel alone. (experienced ecotourists = Tourists that had been on at least one ‘ecotourism’ oriented trip.)
  • Trip duration: The largest group of experienced ecotourists- (50%) preferred trips lasting 8-14 days.
  • Expenditure: Experienced ecotourists were willing to spend more than general tourists, the largest group (26%).
  • Important elements of the trip: Experienced ecotourists top three responses were: (a) wilderness setting, (b) wildlife viewing, (c) hiking/trekking.
  • Motivations for taking next trip: Experienced ecotourists top two responses were (a) enjoy scenery/nature, (b) new experiences/places.
Q. One of the elements that are important to ecotourists on trips is
  • a)
    fully furnished flats.
  • b)
    cultural exchange.
  • c)
    car and bus rides.
  • d)
    wild and untouched surroundings.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Importance of Wild and Untouched Surroundings to Ecotourists
Ecotourists prioritize wild and untouched surroundings for several reasons:
- **Environmental Conservation**: Ecotourists are typically nature lovers who value pristine environments. They seek out destinations that are untouched by human development to minimize their impact on the natural ecosystem.
- **Authentic Experience**: Ecotourists are drawn to places where they can experience nature in its purest form. They want to see wildlife in their natural habitats and explore landscapes that have been left undisturbed.
- **Personal Connection**: Being in wild and untouched surroundings allows ecotourists to feel a deeper connection to nature. It provides them with a sense of peace and tranquility that is hard to find in more developed areas.
- **Education and Awareness**: By immersing themselves in wild and untouched surroundings, ecotourists can learn about different ecosystems and the importance of conservation. This first-hand experience can inspire them to become more environmentally conscious in their daily lives.
Overall, wild and untouched surroundings play a crucial role in the ecotourism experience, offering travelers a chance to connect with nature, support conservation efforts, and gain a deeper understanding of the natural world.

Passage
  1. In November 1918, he joined Sydenham College as a professor of political economics and worked there for two years. With his little savings, some help from the Maharaja of Kolhapur, and with a loan of five thousand rupees from his friend, Naval Bhathena, he left for England in 1920 to complete his studies in Law and Economics. He resumed his studies at the London School of Economics and kept his terms at Gray’s Institute of Law. He turned his attention to the London Museum where the relics of the saintly and scientific thoughts are preserved, where the ruins of the antique world are displayed and where Karl Marx, Mazzini, Lenin and Savarkar had dug for knowledge and digested it.
  2. In the Museum, he poured over books from morning till evening. Time was an important factor with him. To save both money and time, he would go without lunch. After this, the second round of reading begins at his residence. The endless reading would go on till early morning. He told his room-mate that his poverty and want of time require him to finish his studies as early as possible.
  3. During these studies in London for his academic eminence, he had not forgotten the real aim in his life. He could not for a minute forget the dumb faces of the untouchables in India. He took up this matter with the Secretary of State for India and also held discussions with Mr. Vithalbhai Patel in London. Neither he could forget the alien political realities of the nation.
  4. In a paper read before the Students Union and also in his famous thesis “The Problem of the Rupees”, he exposed the hollowness of the British policies in India, which caused a stir in the academic world of London and Ambedkar was suspected to be an Indian Revolutionary.
Q. Why did Dr. Ambedkar try to finish his studies as early as possible?
  • a)
    due to illness
  • b)
    for lack of resources and time
  • c)
    due to adverse climate
  • d)
    due to nostalgia
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Dr. Ambedkar tried to finish his studies as early as possible due to a lack of resources and time.

Passage
  1. In November 1918, he joined Sydenham College as a professor of political economics and worked there for two years. With his little savings, some help from the Maharaja of Kolhapur, and with a loan of five thousand rupees from his friend, Naval Bhathena, he left for England in 1920 to complete his studies in Law and Economics. He resumed his studies at the London School of Economics and kept his terms at Gray’s Institute of Law. He turned his attention to the London Museum where the relics of the saintly and scientific thoughts are preserved, where the ruins of the antique world are displayed and where Karl Marx, Mazzini, Lenin and Savarkar had dug for knowledge and digested it.
  2. In the Museum, he poured over books from morning till evening. Time was an important factor with him. To save both money and time, he would go without lunch. After this, the second round of reading begins at his residence. The endless reading would go on till early morning. He told his room-mate that his poverty and want of time require him to finish his studies as early as possible.
  3. During these studies in London for his academic eminence, he had not forgotten the real aim in his life. He could not for a minute forget the dumb faces of the untouchables in India. He took up this matter with the Secretary of State for India and also held discussions with Mr. Vithalbhai Patel in London. Neither he could forget the alien political realities of the nation.
  4. In a paper read before the Students Union and also in his famous thesis “The Problem of the Rupees”, he exposed the hollowness of the British policies in India, which caused a stir in the academic world of London and Ambedkar was suspected to be an Indian Revolutionary.
Q. Where did Dr. Ambedkar teach?
  • a)
    London School of Economics
  • b)
    Sydenharn College
  • c)
    London Museum
  • d)
    Gray’s Institute of Law
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Dr. Ambedkar taught at Sydenham College as a professor of political economics.

Passage
1. The UN’s 2017 International Year tells that sustainable tourism is an important tool for development, most importantly in poor communities and countries. Today sustainability (environmental, social, and economic) is increasingly recognised as the benchmark for all tourism businesses. As noted by the UN World Tourism Organisation, 57% of international tourist arrivals will be in emerging economies, by 2030. The various ‘Tourism Terms’ are defined as follows: (Table 67)
2. Based on data collected by a survey by Travel Bureau, the following market profile of an ecotourist was constructed–
  • Age: 35–54 years old, although age varied with activity and other factors such as cost. Gender: 50% female and 50% male, although clear differences based on activity were found.
  • Education: 82% were college graduates, a shift in interest in ecotourism from those who have high levels of education to those with less education was also found, indicating an expansion into mainstream markets.
  • Household composition: No major differences were found between general tourists and experienced ecotourists.
  • Party composition: A majority (60%) of experienced ecotourism respondents stated they prefer to travel as a couple, with only 15% stating they preferred to travel with their families, and 13% preferring to travel alone. (experienced ecotourists = Tourists that had been on at least one ‘ecotourism’ oriented trip.)
  • Trip duration: The largest group of experienced ecotourists- (50%) preferred trips lasting 8-14 days.
  • Expenditure: Experienced ecotourists were willing to spend more than general tourists, the largest group (26%).
  • Important elements of the trip: Experienced ecotourists top three responses were: (a) wilderness setting, (b) wildlife viewing, (c) hiking/trekking.
  • Motivations for taking next trip: Experienced ecotourists top two responses were (a) enjoy scenery/nature, (b) new experiences/places.
Q. Based on your understanding of the passage, choose the option that lists the inherent qualities of geotourism.
  1. Showcases adventure sports
  2. Promotes landscape appreciations
  3. Promises luxurious travel
  4. Includes being environmentally responsible
  5. Believes in commercializing forests
  6. Initiates donations for the underprivileged
  • a)
    1 and 2
  • b)
    5 and 6
  • c)
    2 and 4
  • d)
    3 and 5
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Dhruv Malik answered
Qualities of Geotourism:
- Promotes landscape appreciations: Geotourism focuses on educating visitors about the unique geological features of a destination, encouraging them to appreciate and respect the natural landscape.
- Includes being environmentally responsible: Geotourism aims to minimize negative impacts on the environment by promoting sustainable practices and conservation efforts.
Therefore, the correct option that lists the inherent qualities of geotourism is 5 and 6.

Passage
1. The UN’s 2017 International Year tells that sustainable tourism is an important tool for development, most importantly in poor communities and countries. Today sustainability (environmental, social, and economic) is increasingly recognised as the benchmark for all tourism businesses. As noted by the UN World Tourism Organisation, 57% of international tourist arrivals will be in emerging economies, by 2030. The various ‘Tourism Terms’ are defined as follows: (Table 67)
2. Based on data collected by a survey by Travel Bureau, the following market profile of an ecotourist was constructed–
  • Age: 35–54 years old, although age varied with activity and other factors such as cost. Gender: 50% female and 50% male, although clear differences based on activity were found.
  • Education: 82% were college graduates, a shift in interest in ecotourism from those who have high levels of education to those with less education was also found, indicating an expansion into mainstream markets.
  • Household composition: No major differences were found between general tourists and experienced ecotourists.
  • Party composition: A majority (60%) of experienced ecotourism respondents stated they prefer to travel as a couple, with only 15% stating they preferred to travel with their families, and 13% preferring to travel alone. (experienced ecotourists = Tourists that had been on at least one ‘ecotourism’ oriented trip.)
  • Trip duration: The largest group of experienced ecotourists- (50%) preferred trips lasting 8-14 days.
  • Expenditure: Experienced ecotourists were willing to spend more than general tourists, the largest group (26%).
  • Important elements of the trip: Experienced ecotourists top three responses were: (a) wilderness setting, (b) wildlife viewing, (c) hiking/trekking.
  • Motivations for taking next trip: Experienced ecotourists top two responses were (a) enjoy scenery/nature, (b) new experiences/places.
Q. According to the survey, one of the most powerful driving forces leading experienced ecotourism to invest in new trips was
  • a)
    setting up work stations in new places.
  • b)
    the chance to go camping in the wild.
  • c)
    competing with other ecotourists as frequent travellers.
  • d)
    the opportunity to travel to new places.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Meghana patil answered
Explanation:

Motivations for taking next trip:
- The survey revealed that one of the most powerful driving forces leading experienced ecotourists to invest in new trips was the opportunity to travel to new places.
- This indicates that experienced ecotourists are motivated by the idea of exploring and experiencing new destinations.
- The desire for new experiences and places ranked as one of the top motivations for this group of travelers.
Therefore, based on the data collected from the survey, the correct answer is option 'D' - the opportunity to travel to new places. Experienced ecotourists are driven by the desire to explore and discover unfamiliar destinations, making this a key factor in their decision to invest in new trips.

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  1. In November 1918, he joined Sydenham College as a professor of political economics and worked there for two years. With his little savings, some help from the Maharaja of Kolhapur, and with a loan of five thousand rupees from his friend, Naval Bhathena, he left for England in 1920 to complete his studies in Law and Economics. He resumed his studies at the London School of Economics and kept his terms at Gray’s Institute of Law. He turned his attention to the London Museum where the relics of the saintly and scientific thoughts are preserved, where the ruins of the antique world are displayed and where Karl Marx, Mazzini, Lenin and Savarkar had dug for knowledge and digested it.
  2. In the Museum, he poured over books from morning till evening. Time was an important factor with him. To save both money and time, he would go without lunch. After this, the second round of reading begins at his residence. The endless reading would go on till early morning. He told his room-mate that his poverty and want of time require him to finish his studies as early as possible.
  3. During these studies in London for his academic eminence, he had not forgotten the real aim in his life. He could not for a minute forget the dumb faces of the untouchables in India. He took up this matter with the Secretary of State for India and also held discussions with Mr. Vithalbhai Patel in London. Neither he could forget the alien political realities of the nation.
  4. In a paper read before the Students Union and also in his famous thesis “The Problem of the Rupees”, he exposed the hollowness of the British policies in India, which caused a stir in the academic world of London and Ambedkar was suspected to be an Indian Revolutionary.
Q. How many year(s) did Dr. Ambedkar work as a teacher in India?
  • a)
    1 year
  • b)
    2 years
  • c)
    3 years
  • d)
    4 years
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Dr. Ambedkar worked as a teacher in India for 2 years.

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  1. In November 1918, he joined Sydenham College as a professor of political economics and worked there for two years. With his little savings, some help from the Maharaja of Kolhapur, and with a loan of five thousand rupees from his friend, Naval Bhathena, he left for England in 1920 to complete his studies in Law and Economics. He resumed his studies at the London School of Economics and kept his terms at Gray’s Institute of Law. He turned his attention to the London Museum where the relics of the saintly and scientific thoughts are preserved, where the ruins of the antique world are displayed and where Karl Marx, Mazzini, Lenin and Savarkar had dug for knowledge and digested it.
  2. In the Museum, he poured over books from morning till evening. Time was an important factor with him. To save both money and time, he would go without lunch. After this, the second round of reading begins at his residence. The endless reading would go on till early morning. He told his room-mate that his poverty and want of time require him to finish his studies as early as possible.
  3. During these studies in London for his academic eminence, he had not forgotten the real aim in his life. He could not for a minute forget the dumb faces of the untouchables in India. He took up this matter with the Secretary of State for India and also held discussions with Mr. Vithalbhai Patel in London. Neither he could forget the alien political realities of the nation.
  4. In a paper read before the Students Union and also in his famous thesis “The Problem of the Rupees”, he exposed the hollowness of the British policies in India, which caused a stir in the academic world of London and Ambedkar was suspected to be an Indian Revolutionary.
Q. Who amongst the following was Dr. Ambedkar’s benefactor?
  • a)
    Raja of Kathiawar
  • b)
    Queen of England
  • c)
    Raja of Kolhapur
  • d)
    Lord Gray
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Dr. Ambedkar's benefactor was the Raja of Kolhapur, who provided him with some help for his studies in England.

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  1. The report, progress on household drinking water, sanitation and hygiene (2000-2017): Special focus on inequalities, is the most recent publication by the WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme, which tracks global progress in achieving the water and sanitation portion of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  2. The 17 SDGs aim is to “end poverty in all its forms everywhere” by 2030. Goal 6 calls for universal access to safe and adequate access to drinking water and sanitation services.
  3. According to the new report, progress has been made since 2000, yet billions of people are still underserved. The report delineates between access to basic services, which has greatly improved, and access to “safely managed” services, which is inadequate in many parts of the world. Only about 45 per cent of the global population has access to safely- managed sanitation services. In 2017, an estimated 673 million people continued to openly defecate, most of them in 61 “high burden” countries where the practice remained common among more than 5 per cent of the population.
  4. To qualify as being “safely managed”, drinking water must meet three criteria: be accessible on the premises, be available for at least 12 hours per day, and be free from E. coli, arsenic, or fluoride contamination. Sanitation is considered safely managed when facilities are not shared with other households, and waste is safely treated on-site or at an off-site facility.
  5. In 2017, an estimated 5.3 billion people had access to safely-managed drinking water. Of that number, 1.4 billion used basic services, 206 million used limited services, 435 used unimproved sources, and the remaining 144 million relied on untreated surface water.
  6. Poor and rural populations are at the greatest risk of being left behind. In 2017, urban access to basic drinking water services was at 97 per cent, while rural coverage was at 81 per cent.
  7. In terms of sanitation, an estimated 2.1 billion people gained access to basic services between 2000 and 2017, but 2 billion remain without access.
  8. The report also focuses on improvements in eliminating open defecation. Between 2000 and 2017, the global rate of open defecation fell from 21 percent to 9 per cent.
Q. Which country has the least accessibility to basic drinking water?
  • a)
    Europe and North America
  • b)
    Sub-Saharan Africa
  • c)
    Latin America and the Caribbean
  • d)
    Oceania
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?


Access to Basic Drinking Water Services:

Sub-Saharan Africa has the least accessibility to basic drinking water services. This region faces challenges in providing safe and adequate drinking water to its population.

Reasons for Low Accessibility:

- Limited infrastructure: Many areas in Sub-Saharan Africa lack proper infrastructure for water supply and sanitation.
- Poverty: High levels of poverty in the region make it difficult for people to access clean drinking water.
- Conflict and instability: Some countries in the region are affected by conflict and instability, which hinders efforts to improve water and sanitation services.
- Climate change: Climate change has led to water scarcity in some parts of Sub-Saharan Africa, further impacting access to drinking water.

Impact of Low Accessibility:

- Health risks: Lack of access to clean drinking water increases the risk of waterborne diseases, leading to poor health outcomes.
- Economic burden: Communities without access to clean water often spend significant time and resources fetching water from unsafe sources, impacting productivity and economic development.
- Gender inequality: Women and girls are disproportionately affected by the lack of access to clean water, as they are usually responsible for water collection.

Efforts to Improve Accessibility:

- International aid: Various organizations and governments are working to improve access to clean drinking water in Sub-Saharan Africa through funding and support.
- Infrastructure development: Projects are underway to build water supply systems and sanitation facilities in underserved communities.
- Community engagement: Involving local communities in decision-making and implementation of water and sanitation initiatives can lead to sustainable improvements.

By addressing the challenges and implementing effective solutions, it is possible to increase access to basic drinking water services in Sub-Saharan Africa and improve the overall well-being of its population.

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