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Which statements about the Black-necked Grebe and Hokersar Wetland are true?

The Black-necked Grebe’s breeding plumage exhibits ochre-colored feathers behind the eye and over the ear coverts.
Hokersar Wetland, known as the ‘Queen Wetland of Kashmir,’ is a Ramsar site located in Ladakh.
The Black-necked Grebe primarily preys on terrestrial mammals for its sustenance.

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Which of the following statements regarding the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) are true?

The CSC initially commenced as the Trilateral for Maritime Security Cooperation involving India, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives in 2011.
Bangladesh and Seychelles are observer nations associated with the CSC.
The CSC saw a pause in its activities post-2014 due to strained relations between India and Sri Lanka.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

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Which of the following statements about India’s Five Year Plans are true?

The First Five Year Plan commenced in 1951.
The objective of the Five Year Plans was solely economic development.
The Planning Commission was responsible for formulating these plans.

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Which statement regarding retailers charging for carry bags is accurate?

The Plastic Waste (Management and Handling) Rules of 2011 explicitly permit retailers to charge for all types of carry bags.

The 2016 amendment mandated explicit pricing for all types of carry bags, including paper and cloth bags.

Consumer courts have consistently upheld retailers’ right to charge for bags without prior intimation.

Recent court judgments have emphasized the importance of informing consumers about carry bag charges, particularly concerning bags with company logos.

Which statement is correct regarding the issuance of health permits in Gujarat under the Prohibition Act?

Health permits are exclusively available for individuals aged 35 and above.

Section 64C permits for retired defense personnel have been discontinued since August 2022.

Health permits necessitate a monthly income of at least Rs 20,000 for eligibility.

The medical examination fee for a health permit is fixed at Rs 1,500.

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