1. Consider the following statements regarding Fundamental Rights:
They are borrowed entirely from the U.S. Constitution.
They are enforceable by courts.

They are not absolute.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

Consider the following pairs:
Keibul Lamjao — Floating National Park
Silent Valley — Tropical evergreen ecosystem
Gulf of Mannar — Biosphere Reserve
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3

“Sponge cities” concept relates to:
(a) Urban flood resilience
(b) Coral reefs
(c) Forest fire control
(d) Desert farming

Which of following are Schedule I species under Wildlife Protection framework often in news?
Great Indian Bustard
Snow Leopard
Gangetic Dolphin
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3

Exactly a decade ago on 26.04.2016, I appeared for the UPSC CSE interview for the first time.

Public accounts committee

Deputy speaker of Loksabha

*Smart Elimination Tricks Part - 1*
In the Prelims, when you encounter complex biological processes or chemical pollutants, keep these "rules of thumb" in mind:

*The "Ubiquity" Rule* : If a question asks if a certain pollutant is found in all industrial processes or every ecosystem, be skeptical. Extreme qualifiers like "all," "only," or "never" are often (though not always) incorrect.

*The "Possibility" Rule* : In questions regarding technology or potential applications (e.g., "What can be the uses of biochar?"), options that suggest broad possibilities ("It can be used for...") are frequently correct.

*The "Nodal Agency" Check* : Always double-check if the ministry mentioned matches the mandate. (e.g., Is it the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change or the Ministry of Earth Sciences?).

*Effective Mnemonics*
Use simple memory aids to keep complex lists straight. For example, to remember the six "Criteria Pollutants" of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS):
"P-S-C-L-O-N"
(Particulate Matter, Sulfur Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide, Lead, Ozone, Nitrogen Dioxide)
Pragati Pro-Tip: Ecology is the only subject where your map-pointing skills directly translate to marks. Keep a blank map of India nearby and mark every National Park or River mentioned in your daily newspaper.

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