Triclosan considered harmful when exposed to high levels for a long time, is most likely present in which of the following?

(a) Food preservatives (b) Fruit-ripening substances (c) Reused plastic containers (d) Toiletries Ans: d Explanation: Triclosan is an antimicrobial active...

Bisphenol A (BPA), a cause of concern, is a structural/key component in the manufacture of which of the following kinds of plastics?

(a) Low-density polyethylene (b) Polycarbonate (c) Polyethylene terephthalate (d) Polyvinyl chloride Ans: b Explanation: PC (polycarbonate) has good transparency and...

The term ‘ACE2’ is talked about in the context of:

(a) genes introduced in the genetically modified plants (b) development of India’s own satellite navigation system (c) radio collar for...

With reference to street lighting, how do sodium lamps differ from LED lamps?

1. Sodium lamps produce light in 360 degrees but it is not so in the case of LED lamps. 2....

Water can dissolve more substances than any other liquid because:

(a) it is dipolar in nature (b) it is a good conductor of heat (c) it has high value of...

Which of the following activities constitute a real sector in the economy?

1. Farmers harvesting their crops 2. Textile mills converting raw cotton into fabrics 3. A commercial bank lending money to...

With reference to foreign-owned e-commerce firms operating in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. They can sell their own goods in addition to offering their platforms as marketplaces. 2. The degree to which...

With reference to the Indian economy, what are the advantages of “Inflation-Indexed Bonds (IIBs)”?

1. The government can reduce the coupon rates on its borrowing by way of IIBs. 2. IIBs provide protection to...

With reference to the “G20 Common Framework”, consider the following statements:

1. It is an initiative endorsed by the G20 together with the Paris Club. 2. It is an initiative to...

With reference to the Indian economy, consider the following statements:

1. If the inflation is too high, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to buy government securities. 2....

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