1786: The basic difference between imperative and indicative planning is that
(a) in the case of the imperative planning the market mechanism is entirely replaced by a command hierarchy, while in the case of indicative planning, it is looked upon as a way to improve the functioning of the market system
(b) In the case of indicative planning there is no need to nationalise any industry
(c) in the case of imperative planning all economic activities belong to public sector, while in the other type they belong to the private sector
(d) It is easier to achieve targets in imperative type of planning
1787: Consider the following statements:
With reference to the Constitution of India, the Directive Principles of State Policy constitute limitations upon
1. legislative function.
2. executive function.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
1788: Cristina Kirchner succeeded her husband to become President of a South American country. Which is that country ?
(a) Chile
(b) Colombia
(c) Venezuela
(d) Argentina
1789: To which Lodi Sultan does the given map relate and what town does the site marked A on the map represent ?
(a) Behlol Lodi, Jaunpur
(b) Sikandar Lodi, Aligarh
(c) Ibrahim Lodi, Jaunpur
(d) Ibrahim Lodi, Aligarh
1790: With reference to the circumstances in Indian agriculture, the concept of "Conservation Agriculture" assumes significance. Which of the following fall under the Conservation Agriculture?
1. Avoiding the monoculture practices
2. Adopting minimum tillage
3. Avoiding the cultivation of plantation crops
4. Using crop residues to cover soil surface
5. Adopting spatial and temporal crop sequencing/crop rotations
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1, 3 and 4
(b) 2, 3, 4 and 5
(c) 2, 4 and 5
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 5