1). Consider the following statements regarding fuel control switches on Boeing 787-8 aircraft:
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: (d)
Explanation: All three statements are correct. Fuel control switches are critical for regulating fuel supply to engines. Their primary purpose is to start or shut down engines during ground operations , and they are also used for manually stopping or restarting an engine in an inflight emergency. These switches are placed inside the cockpit, directly below and behind throttle levers, between the pilots' seats.
2) What is the primary safety mechanism designed to prevent accidental movement of a fuel control switch from RUN to CUTOFF
Answer: (b)
Explanation: A spring-locking system requires lifting the switch before sliding it from RUN to CUTOFF, which is designed to prevent accidents. Metal Guard brackets are deployed to prevent accidental contact or movement.
3) In the context of aircraft systems, what does "Redundant systems" refer to?
Answer: (b)
Explanation: Redundant systems are powered and wired separately so that one failure does not compromise the backup. This ensures safe operation even if one circuit fails.
Which of the following is the IUCN status of Finn's Weaver?
Answer: (b)
Explanation: The IUCN status of Finn’s Weaver is Endangered
5) What does a "Lifer Bird" refer to in the context of birdwatching?
Answer: (c)
Explanation: A "Lifer Bird" refers to a bird species that a birder sees and identifies for the first time in their life.
6) Cnemaspis brahmaputra, a newly discovered species, belongs to which of the following?
Answer: (c)
Explanation: Cnemaspis brahmaputra, a new species of gecko, has recently been discovered in Assam
7) What is a distinguishing morphological feature of Cnemaspis brahmaputra compared to most geckos in Northeast India?
Answer: (b)
Explanation: Unlike most geckos in Northeast India which are nocturnal, Cnemaspis brahmaputra is diurnal (active during the day)
8) Which of the following constitutional articles is primarily violated by extrajudicial methods leading to custodial deaths, undermining constitutional governance?
Answer: (c)
Explanation: The Right to life under Article 21 of the Constitution serves as the foundation, making custodial deaths a violation of fundamental rights. Article 20(3) (protection against self-incrimination) and Article 22 (safeguards against arbitrary arrest and detention) are also violated.
9) Which of the following is cited as a reason for the generational gap in women's health, particularly regarding research?
Answer: (b)
Explanation: Lesser clinical trials on women lead to a lack of understanding of how diseases manifest and how to treat women, contributing to the generational gap.
10) The Supreme Court mandated detailed procedures for arrest, detention, and reporting to prevent rights violations in which landmark case?
Answer: (c) Explanation: In D.K. Basu v. State of West Bengal
