Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
District Agro-Meteorology Units (DAMUs) play a crucial role in providing localized advisories to farmers based on weather data.
Statement-II:
NITI Aayog advocated for the privatization of DAMUs, claiming that agro-meteorological data was automated, thus undermining the essential role of DAMU staff in preparing agricultural advisories.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements regarding the Myristica Swamps:
1. Myristica swamps are primarily composed of evergreen trees from the Myristicaceae family.
2. These swamps are found exclusively in the Western Ghats of India.
3. Myristica Swamp Treefrog (Mercurana myristicapalustris) is a species that has been found in these swamps.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements:
1. States like Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Chhattisgarh report road accident death rates exceeding 17 per 100,000 people.
2. In six states, including Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, road injuries were among the top five causes of health loss.
3. Low helmet usage among two-wheeler riders significantly contributes to high fatality rates, with only seven states reporting over half of riders wearing helmets.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
What is the significance of Myristica swamps in terms of carbon sequestration and biodiversity conservation?
Consider the following pairs:
1. DAMUs under GKMS scheme - Established in 2018
2. CEPA between India and UAE - Signed in 2020
3. Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Ltd. (ISPRL) - Mangalore, Karnataka
4. IIT Delhi campus - Abu Dhabi
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
What is the primary goal of the Gramin Krishi Mausam Sewa (GKMS) scheme established by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) through District Agro-Meteorology Units (DAMUs)?
Consider the following statements regarding the role of District Agro-Meteorology Units (DAMUs) in India:
1. DAMUs were initially established in 2018 by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
2. The primary function of DAMUs is to provide long-term weather forecasts to farmers to aid in strategic planning of agricultural activities.
3. DAMUs disseminate weather-based advisories to farmers through multiple channels, including SMS, mobile applications, and radio broadcasts.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following pairs:
1. Uttar Pradesh - Road accident death rates among the top ten causes of health loss
2. Tamil Nadu - Road accident death rate less than 10 per 100,000 people
3. West Bengal - Road accident death rate around 5.9 per 100,000 people
4. Telangana - Road accident death rate exceeding 17 per 100,000 people
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
India's copper production has declined to 3.78 million tonnes (Mt) in FY24 from 4.13 Mt in FY19 .
Statement-II:
India possesses approximately 2% of the global copper reserves, with significant reserves located in Rajasthan, Jharkhand, and Madhya Pradesh.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
What is a significant challenge highlighted in the "India Status Report on Road Safety 2024" regarding road safety in India?