216: Another name of Vitamin C is:
(a) Folic acid
(b) Ascorbic acid
(c) Niacin
(d) Acetic acid
217: Consider the following statements:
1. Ajman is one of the seven Emirates of the UAE.
2. Ras al-Khaimah was the last Sheikhdom to join the UAE.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
218: On a half-moon night the angle between the moon and the sun when measured from earth is about
(a) 45°
(b) 60°
(c) 90°
(d) 180°
219: Government of India encourages the cultivation of 'sea buckthorn'. What is the importance of this plant?
1. It helps in controlling soil erosion and in preventing desertification.
2. It is a rich source of biodiesel.
3. It has nutritional value and is well-adapted to live in cold areas of high altitudes.
4. Its timber is of great commercial value.
Which of the statements given above is /are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
220: Rajya Sabha can delay the Money Bill passed by the Lok Sabha for a period not exceeding:
(a) 9 days
(b) 14 days
(c) 15 days
(d) 30 days