What is “Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD)”, sometimes seen in the news? · UPSC CSE Prelims

What is “Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD)”, sometimes seen in the news? · UPSC CSE Prelims — Gajan

Gupta & Post-Gupta Age

History of India · PYQ 2025

The irrigation device called 'Araghatta' was

Map Work & Places

Geography · PYQ 2014

Which one of the following pairs of islands is separated from each other by the 'Ten Degree Channel'?

Central Idea

Comprehension · PYQ 2020

Passage

Although most of the Genetically Modified (GM) crops cultivated now are genetically engineered for a single trait, in future, crops genetically engineered for more than one trait will be the norm. Thus, biotechnology’s role in agriculture and the regulation of the same cannot be understood solely in the context of the current generation of GM crops. Instead, there is a need to take a comprehensive look, taking into account various aspects, including socio-economic impacts, so that the potential of the technology can be harnessed while minimizing negative impacts. Given the importance of biotechnology in developing varieties that can help in climate change mitigation and adaptation, not using biotechnology as a part of the climate change action plan cannot be an option. Domestic regulation of biotechnology cannot be viewed in isolation of trade policy and obligations under various international treaties and conventions.

Which one of the following statements best implies the crux of the passage?

Map Work & Places

Geography · PYQ 2019

Consider the following pairs:

	Famous place	River
1.	Pandharpur	Chandrabhaga
2.	Tiruchirappalli	Cauvery
3.	Hampi	Malaprabha

Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?

Religion, Philosophy & Literature

History of India · PYQ 2021

With reference to the history of ancient India, Bhavabhuti, Hastimalla and Kshemeshvara were famous

Time, Work & Distance

Basic Numeracy & Data Interpretation · PYQ 2017

A watch loses 2 minutes in every 24 hours while another watch gains 2 minutes in every 24 hours. At a particular instant, the two watches showed an identical time. Which of the following statements is correct if 24-hour clock is followed?

Ecology Fundamentals

Environment & Ecology · PYQ 2021

In case of which one of the following biogeochemical cycles, the weathering of rocks is the main source of release of nutrient to enter the cycle?

International Relations & Organisations

Current Affairs · PYQ 2014

Consider the following countries:

1.Denmark

2.Japan

3.Russian Federation

4.United Kingdom

5.United States of America

Which of the above are the members of the 'Arctic Council'?

Central Idea

Comprehension · PYQ 2018

What is the crucial message conveyed by the above passage?

Analytical Puzzles & Arrangements

Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability · PYQ 2017

In a test, Randhir obtained more marks than the total marks obtained by Kunal and Debu. The total marks obtained by Kunal and Shankar are more than those of Randhir. Sonal obtained more marks than Shankar. Neha obtained more marks than Randhir. Who amongst them obtained highest marks?

Inference & Conclusion

Comprehension · PYQ 2026

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

1.Parents are not encouraging enough when it comes to children playing sport.

2.Participation in sporting activities can help develop life skills.

3.Sport as a way of life can help evolve the very nature of society itself.

Select the answer using the code given below.

Conservation & Conventions

Environment & Ecology · PYQ 2017

Consider the following statements in respect of Trade Related Analysis of Fauna and Flora in Commerce (TRAFFIC):

1.TRAFFIC is a bureau under United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).

2.The mission of TRAFFIC is to ensure that trade in wild plants and animals is not a threat to the conservation of nature.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?