The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) marks 50 years. We will recognize by solving one question.

Consider the following statements.

1. CITES is an international agreement between governments aims is to restrict international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants.
2. CITES was adopted to regulate trade in endangered and critically endangered species as mentioned under IUCN red list.
3. CITES is legally binding on the Parties.
4. The CITES Secretariat is administered by IUCN and is located at Geneva, Switzerland.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements.

1. Trade in specimens of species placed in Appendix 1 of CITES are completely restricted.
2. All species placed in Appendix 2 of CITES are threatened with extinction.
3. Appendix 3 species may not be globally threatened, but the Party wants help from other CITES members to regulate trade and prevent over-exploitation.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding UN Budget.

1. The General Assembly shall consider and approve the budget of the Organization.
2. The expenses of the Organization shall be borne by the Members as apportioned by the General Assembly.
3. A two-thirds majority of the members present and voting is required for the approval of budgetary decisions.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Hong Kong Convention.

1. Hong Kong Convention entered into force in June 2025.
2. The Convention will ensure safe and environmentally sound recycling of ships at the end of their operational lives.
3. India is a signatory to Hong Kong Convention.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Which of the following statements is correct as per article 9 of Paris Agreement?

1. Developed country Parties shall provide financial resources to assist developing country Parties with respect to both mitigation and adaptation.
2. Article 9 proposes a voluntary framework for private companies to fund renewable energy projects globally.
3. Article 9 requires developing countries to provide climate finance to all Least Developed Countries (LDCs).

Select the correct code.

In the context of India, consider the following statements regarding Rajya Sabha.

1. Government of India Act, 1919 provided that the Indian Legislature shall consist of two chambers, namely the Council of State and the House of Assembly.
2. One-third of the members of Rajya Sabha shall retire on the expiration of every year.

Which of the above statements is/are not correct?

In reference to ‘appointment of additional judges in the High Court’, consider the following statements.

1. No person appointed as an additional Judge of a High Court shall hold office after attaining the age of sixty-two years.
2. The President can appoint additional judges of a high court for a temporary period not exceeding two years.
3. Additional judge is appointed by the Chief Justice of High Court.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following.

1. National Tiger Conservation Authority.
2. Animal Welfare Board of India
3. National Board of Wildlife

Which of the above consists of Union Minister of Environment as Chairman?

What are the ‘major’ objectives of National Food Security Act, 2013?

1. To provide adequate quantity of food to people to lead life with dignity
2. To provide free quality food to people.
3. To provide subsidies to farmers growing crops.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following Seas.

1. Aegean Sea
2. Strait of Gibraltar
3. Adriatic Sea

Arrange the above from East to West.