Solution: (a)
SIDO stands for Small Industries Development Organization. It is an apex body and nodal agency for formulating, coordinating and monitoring the policies and programmes for promotion and development of small-scale industries. It was set up in 1954 on the basis of the recommendations of the Ford Foundation.
Heavy water is manufactured at which of the following places?
(a) Trombay
(b) Patna
(c) Delhi
(d) Bhilai
Solution: (a)
Heavy Water Board (HWB), a constituent unit under the Department of Atomic Energy in the Government of India, manufactures heavy water (Deuterium Oxide–D2O) at seven heavy water plants that are located in Baroda, Hazira, Kota, Manuguru, Talcher, Thal, and Tuticorin. Heavy water is used as a ‘moderator’ and ‘Coolant’ in the nuclear power as well as research reactors (Source: Heavy Water Board, Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India)
Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
(a) Atomic power
(b) Thermal power
(c) Hydropower
(d) Wind power
Solution: (b)
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 68.2% of power generated in India (as of 31.01.2017). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 14.0%, while nuclear power contributes just 1.8% of total installed capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 15% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Which of the following produces the most solid waste?
(a) Agriculture
(b) Nuclear Power Plants
(c) Manufacturing
(d) Packaging Industry
Solution: (c)
Solid waste refers to solid or semisolid, non-soluble material such as agricultural refuse, demolition waste, industrial waste, mining residues, municipal garbage, and sewage sludge. It mainly results from manufacturing process such as that of factories, industries, mills, and mining operations. Some examples of solid wastes produced from manufacturing are: chemical solvents, paints, sandpaper, paper products, industrial by-products, metals, and radioactive wastes.
Which place is said to be the Manchester of South India?
(a) Coimbatore
(b) Salem
(c) Thanjavur
(d) Madurai
Solution: (a)
Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu is often referred to as the “Manchester of South India” due to its cotton production and textile industries. It is also referred to as the “Pump City” as it supplies nearly half of India’s requirements of motors and pumps. Coimbatore a major hub for textiles, industries, commerce, education, information technology, and manufacturing in Tamil Nadu.
