2696: Recently, there has been a concern over the short supply of a group of elements called 'rare earth metals'. Why?
1. China, which is the largest producer of these elements, has imposed some restrictions on their export.
2. Other than China, Australia, Canada and Chile, these elements are not found in any country.
3. Rare earth metals are essential for the manufacture of various kinds of electronic items and there is a growing demand for these elements.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
2697: Poliomyelitis is an epidemic virus infection. Which of the following is responsible for it?
(a) Rhabdo virus
(b) Entero virus
(c) Dengue virus
(d) Mumps virus
2698: What is the name of the scheme which provides training and skills to women in traditional and non-traditional trades?
(a) Kishori Shakti Yojna
(b) Swawlamban
(c) Rashtriya Mahila Kosh
(d) Rashtriya Mahila Kosh
2699: Consider the following pairs:
Place of Pilgrimage : Location
1. Srisailam : Nallamala Hills
2. Omkareshwar : Satmala Hills
3. Pushkar : Mahadeo Hills
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
2700: Which one of the following is the best description of the term 'ecosystem'?
(a) A community of organisms interacting with one another.
(b) That part of the Earth which is inhabited by living organisms.
(c) A community of organisms together with the environment in which they live
(d) The flora and fauna of a geographical area