
India is home to lakhs of persons with disabilities. What are the benefits available to them under the law?
I. Free schooling till the age of years in government-run schools.
II. Preferential allotment of land for setting up business.
III. Ramps in public buildings.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?


Important Questions on Economic and Social Issues
With what purpose is the Government of India promoting the concept of "Mega Food Parks"?
To provide good infrastructure facilities for the food processing industry.
To increase the processing of perishable items and reduce wastage.
To provide emerging and Eco-friendly food processing technologies to entrepreneurs.
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Micro finance is the provision of financial services to people of low-income groups. This includes both the consumers and the self-employed. The service/services rendered under micro finance is/are:
Credit facilities.
Savings facilities.
Insurance facilities.
Fund Transfer facilities.
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The "Red Data Books" published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) contain lists of:
Endemic plant and animal species present in the biodiversity hotspots.
Threatened plant and animal species.
Protected sites for conservation of nature and natural resources in various countries.
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Why is the offering of "teaser loans" by commercial banks a cause of economic concern?
I. The teaser loans are considered to be an aspect of sub-prime lending and banks may be exposed to the risk of defaulters in future.
II. In India, teaser loans are mostly given to inexperienced entrepreneurs to set up manufacturing units.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following can aid in furthering the Government's objective of inclusive growth?
Promoting Self-Help Groups.
Promoting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises.
Implementation of the Right to Education Act.
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Biodiversity forms the basis for human existence in the following ways:
Soil formation.
Prevention of soil erosion.
Recycling of waste
Pollination of crops.
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What is the difference between a CFL and an LED lamp?
I. To produce light, a CFL uses mercury vapour and phosphor while an LED lamp uses semi-conductor material.
II. The average life span of a CFL is much longer than that of an LED lamp.
III. A CFL is less energy-efficient as compared to an LED lamp.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
