2046: The national highway from Delhi to Calcutta via Mathura and Varanasi is numbered

(a) 1

(b) 2

(c) 4

(d) 8
2047: Neem tree has acquired industrial importance as a source of

(a) biopesticide and anti-fertility compound
(b) anti-fertility compound, biofertilizer and anti-cancer drug
(c) biofertilizer, biopesticide and anti- fertility compound
(d) anti-cancer drug, biopesticide and biofertilizer
2048: Which one of the following chemicals is responsible for the depletion of ozone layer in the atmosphere?

(a) Chlorofluorocarbons

(b) Nitrous oxide

(c) Sulphur dioxide

(d) Carbon dioxide
2049: The Himalayan Range is very rich in species diversity, Which one among the following is the most appropriate reason for this Phenomenon?

(a) It has a high rainfall that supports luxuriant vegetative growth

(b) It has less human interference

(c) Exotic and invasive species have riot been introduced in this region

(d) It is a confluence of different bio-geographical zones
2050: Consider the following

1. Fringe Benefit Tax

2. Interest Tax

3. Securities Transaction Tax

Which of the above is/are Direct Tax/Taxes?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 & 3
(c) 1 & 3
(d) 1, 2, 3