Quiz September 30, 2026

Consider the following statements with reference to Antarctic Circumpolar Current:

1. ACC is the only current in the global ocean to close upon itself in a circumpolar loop.
2. The ACC is created by the combined effects of strong westerly winds across the Southern Ocean, and the big change in surface temperatures between the Equator and the poles.

Which of the above is/are correct?

The Indian Ocean's coastal sediments are rich in which of the following?

1.     Titanium

2.     Zirconium

3.     Tin

4.     Zinc

5.     Copper

Select the correct code:

Consider the following statements with reference to Floodplains:

1.     A floodplain (or floodplain) is a generally flat area of land next to a river or stream.

2.     It stretches from the banks of the river to the outer edges of the valley.

3.     The flood fringe extends from the outer banks of the floodway to the bluff lines of a river valley.

Which of the above is/are correct? 

Consider the following statements with reference to Global Terrorism Index (GTI):

1.     The GTI report is produced by the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP)

2.     It uses data from Terrorism Tracker and other sources

3.     Globally, deaths from terrorism have increased

Which of the above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements with reference to the Procedure to form a new District:

1.     The power to create new districts or alter or abolish existing districts rests with the State governments.

2.     This can be done only through an executive order

3.     The Centre has no role to play in the alteration of districts or the creation of new ones. 

Which of the above is/are correct?