1.Prosopis chilensis, recently seen in news is ?

A.It is widely used in cosmetics.

B.Tends to reduce biodiversity in the area in which grow.

C.Extract is used in the synthesis of pesticides .

D.None of the above .

2.The theme for National Maritime Week 2023 is?

A.“Amrit Kaal in Shipping.”

B.“Sustainable Shipping beyond Covid-19.”

C.“Sustainable Shipping Beyond IMO 2020”

D.“Indian Ocean-An Ocean of opportunity”.

3.Consider the following statements regarding Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve

1.It is a large shallow bay forming part of the Laccadive Sea in the Bay of Bengal.

2.It is the India’s first marine biosphere reserve.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

A.1 Only

B.2 Only

C.Both 1 and 2

D.Neither 1 nor 2

4.Consider the following statement regarding Jagjivan Ram

1.He was instrumental in the foundation of the All India Depressed Classes League

2.Babu Jagjivan Ram holds the world record for being a parliamentarian for 50 uninterrupted years

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

A.1 Only

B.2 Only

C.Both 1 and 2

D.Neither 1 nor 2