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Consider the following statements about the functions of the SPSC:

1. The SPSC is consulted on the principles to be followed in making appointments, promotions, and transfers for civil services.

2. If the government fails to consult the SPSC in a required matter, its decision is automatically invalidated and the aggrieved servant has a remedy in court.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following statement is/are incorrect? (I) The First All Kerala Provincial Conference conducted at Manjeri in 1921 (II) The above conference was presided over by Sri. T. Prakasham (III) Malabar rebellion also broke out in 1921 (IV) The first planned and direct attack during Malabar rebellion was held at Pookkottur in August 1921

With reference to the removal of an SPSC member, which of the following statements is/are INCORRECT?

1. The Chairman of an SPSC is appointed by the Governor but can be removed only by the President.

2. During the course of an inquiry into misbehaviour by the Supreme Court, the President has the power to suspend the concerned member.

Which statement is true regarding the beneficiaries of fodder from forests?

1. Fodder from forests is solely consumed by wild animals residing deep within the forest.
2. Forests provide fodder not only for wild animals but also for domestic animals in forest fringes.
3. The primary users of forest fodder are migratory birds.

Consider the types of fodder plants found in forests.

1. Fodder plants in various forest types only include grasses.
2. A wide range of fodder plants, including herbs, shrubs, and trees, are available in different forest types.
3. These plants act as a regular source of fodder exclusively for animals in zoos.

Consider the following statements regarding the appointment and composition of an SPSC:

1. The Constitution of India specifies that a State Public Service Commission must have a Chairman and ten other members.

2. The Governor is authorised to determine the number of members of the Commission and their conditions of service.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following statements correctly identifies the role of forests as a source of fodder in India?

1. Forests in India meet the entire fodder requirement through cultivated lands.
2. Forests in India meet about 30% of fodder requirement, mainly through grazing lands.
3. Fodder from forests is exclusively for wild animals and not for domestic livestock.

Regarding the nutritional contribution of forests, which of the following is true?

1. Wild fruits from forests are primarily a source of fiber and have limited nutritional value.
2. Wild fruits rich in major nutrients contribute towards nutritional security and health of forest dwellers.
3. Only cultivated crops can provide significant nutritional security to forest communities.

Which statement accurately describes the role of forests in providing food for dwellers?

1. Forests primarily offer food through large-scale agriculture within forest areas.
2. Forests provide a wide range of food such as leafy vegetables, mushrooms, and berries for dwellers.
3. Food from forests is only available during specific, limited seasons.

Identify the incorrect statement concerning major Non-Wood Forest Products (NWFP).

1. Major NWFPs include gums, resins, and beedi leaves.
2. Rhizomes, tubers, and bamboos are considered key NWFPs.
3. Commercial logging is categorized as a major Non-Wood Forest Product.

Regarding Non-Wood Forest Products (NWFP), which of the following statements is true?

1. NWFP primarily contribute to the economic development of urban populations.
2. NWFP play an important role in the social, cultural, and traditional life of millions of forest dwellers.
3. Only tribal communities rely on NWFP for their sustenance.

Which of the following statements correctly describes the productive role of forests as a source of timber?

1. Timber is primarily used for paper production.
2. Timber is a main source of raw material for the construction industry and domestic furniture.
3. The use of timber significantly contributes to socio-economic development.

Identify the correct statement regarding UNESCO's definition of grassland.

1. UNESCO defines grassland as land covered with herbaceous plants.
2. According to UNESCO, grassland must have more than 10 percent trees and shrub cover.
3. UNESCO's definition of grassland is identical to FAO's definition of forest.

Which of the following pairs of words is an a example of a minimal pair ?

The morpheme '-tion' in 'education' is classified as :

Which of the following is a voiced alveolar stop consonant ?

Which of the following compound word places primary stress on the second element ?

The concept of "difference" is central to deconstruction. What does it imply ?

According to the Freudian Psychoanalytic literacy theory , which pat of the psyche is associated with moral conscience and social norms, often considered a defining work of magical realism ?

In reading, the ability to distinguish between fact and opinion is best classified as:

Which of the following years marks the first publication of Gabriel Garcia Marquez's landmark novel One hundred years of Solitude, often considered a defining work of magical realism ?

They did not go to Vienna last week, __________. Choose the correct question tag from the following :

What does the phrasal verb ‘clam up’ mean?

In towards a feminist politics , Showalter outlines three phases in the evolution of women's literacy history. Which of the following is not one of those phases ?

Change the following into compound sentence. To his eternal disgrace, he betrayed his country.

According to Saussure, which of the following best describes the nature of language as a system of signs ?

Convert the following sentence into reported speech : “How often do you go to the cinema?” Choose the correct answer from the following options.

Change the voice of the following sentence : I shall be obliged to go.

Take this and give that. In the above sentence ‘and’ has the function of a __________.

Past tense of ‘speed’ is :

That you have come pleases me : Identify the type of clause in the above sentence from the following options.

What are the consequences of fossil fuel combustion mentioned in relation to nutrient cycling?

1. Fossil fuel combustion releases large quantities of nitrogen oxides into the atmosphere.
2. It leads to decreased inputs of sulfur oxides to ecosystems.
3. It enhances nutrient cycling efficiency.

Concerning the impact of gaseous losses of nitrogen, which statement(s) is/are accurate?

1. Gaseous losses of nitrogen can influence the chemical properties of the atmosphere.
2. These losses contribute to air pollution.
3. They mitigate the greenhouse effect.

Which statement about the supply of nitrogen and phosphorus in unmanaged ecosystems is incorrect?

1. Most nitrogen and phosphorus for plant growth in unmanaged ecosystems is supplied by decomposition.
2. The decomposition of plant litter and soil organic matter provides essential nutrients.
3. In unmanaged ecosystems, external fertilization is the primary source of nitrogen and phosphorus.

Which of the following statements correctly identifies ways nutrients are lost from ecosystems?

1. Nutrients can be lost from ecosystems through leaching.
2. Wind and water erosion contribute to nutrient loss.
3. Trace gas emission is not a known mechanism for nutrient loss.
4. Harvesting materials from an ecosystem leads to nutrient removal.

Identify the incorrect statement(s) regarding internal cycling processes within an ecosystem.

1. Internal cycling includes the conversion of nutrients from organic to inorganic forms.
2. Biological uptake by plants and microorganisms is a key internal cycling process.
3. Internal cycling primarily focuses on the loss of nutrients through leaching.

Which of the following statements accurately describes how nutrients enter ecosystems?

1. Chemical weathering of rocks contributes to nutrients entry
2. Biological fixation of atmospheric oxygen is a primary way nutrients enter ecosystems.
3. Deposition of nutrients from the atmosphere through rain or wind-blown particles facilitates nutrient entry.
4. Fertilization is a significant nutrient input, especially in unmanaged ecosystems.

Regarding nutrient cycling, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. Nutrient cycling involves the entry of nutrients into ecosystems.
2. Internal transfers of nutrients between plants and soils are part of nutrient cycling.
3. Loss of nutrients from ecosystems is not considered a component of nutrient cycling.

Which of the following best captures the symbolic significance of the sea in J.M. Synge's Riders to the Sea ?

In A Doll's House, the character of Nora Helmer undergoes significant development. Which of the following actions best exemplifies her transformation and challenges the societal norms of 19th century Europe?

What is the final state of dead plant material and animal residues after complete decomposition?

1. They completely evaporate, leaving no residue.
2. They are gradually decomposed until their original identity is no longer recognizable, at which point they are considered soil organic matter (SOM).
3. They are transformed into living microbial biomass and remain as such indefinitely.

Regarding the chemical alteration of dead organic matter, identify the correct statement(s):

1. Chemical alteration is primarily a consequence of the activity of bacteria and fungi.
2. Chemical alteration refers to the spontaneous breakdown of organic matter without any microbial mediation.
3. Only spontaneous chemical reactions contribute to the chemical alteration of detritus.

What is the full title of Oscar Wilde's play The Importance of Being Earnest?

Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of soil animals in Fragmentation during decomposition?

1. Soil animals primarily contribute to the chemical alteration of organic matter.
2. Fragmentation by soil animals breaks large pieces of organic matter into smaller ones.
3. Soil animals help in mixing the decomposing organic matter into the soil.
4. The primary role of soil animals is to release water-soluble nutrients from detritus.

Which of the following processes are involved in the decomposition of organic matter?

1. Leaching by water transfers soluble materials away from decomposing organic matter.
2. Fragmentation by soil animals breaks large pieces of organic matter into smaller ones.
3. Chemical alteration of dead organic matter is primarily a consequence of microbial activity.
4. Photosynthesis is a primary process contributing to decomposition.

In Act IV, Scene I of Macbeth, the witches present Macbeth with a series of apparitions that deliver prophecies. What is the significance of the third apparition, and how does it influence Macbeth's actions later in the play?

Which of the following statements correctly defines 'Decomposition'?

1. Decomposition refers to the physical and chemical breakdown of detritus or dead organic matter.
2. Decomposition is solely the process of converting living organisms into their basic chemical elements.
3. The process of decomposition primarily involves the synthesis of new complex organic compounds.

In George Bernard Shaw's Pygmalion, the transformation of Eliza Doolittle raises several themes and questions about social class and identity. Which of the following statements best captures the play's commentary on the nature of social mobility and identity?

What is the rate of increase in the biomass of heterotrophs per unit time and area called?