87. The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the vulnerability and plight of sex workers across the world.
Which among the following statements are true about the recent advisory related to sex workers issued by NHRC (National Human Rights Commission) ?
Statement I : NHRC advised to change the current statutory status of sex workers from ‘informal workers’ to ‘Women at work’.
Statement II : The advisory says that such workers may be provided benefits on humanitarian grounds that are entitled to informal workers. 


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Answer & Solution

Answer:

Only II

88. Choose the incorrect statements :
1. The Mediterranean lands account for more than half of the world’s exports of citrus fruits.
2. The Olive tree, native to the Mediterranean region is a very soil sensitive tree and thrives only in well drained earth.
3. France leads the world trade in fresh grapes with more than 90% share.
4. Cork Oaks are typical species of Mediterranean Evergreen forests.


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Answer & Solution

Answer:

Only 2 and 3

89. Choose the correct statements :
1. The gentle slope of continental shelves of Grand Banks of Newfoundland is one of the reasons for it to emerge among the largest fishing grounds of the world.
2. Both pelagic and demersal fish are caught commercially here.
3. Cod is the chief fish caught in the Grand Banks.
4. St. John’s, Halifax and Yarmouth are chief ports of Newfoundland from where the fish is exported.


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Answer & Solution

Answer:

Only 1, 2 and 3

90. Choose the incorrect statement :
1. Sea of Galilee is an example of lava blocked lake in the Jordan Valley.
2. The Tafilalet Oasis in Libya is surrounded by a wall to keep out the dust storms, locally called as simooms.


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Answer & Solution

Answer:

Only 2

91. Consider the following statements :
1. The Medical Termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Bill 2020 seeks to amend The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971.
2. The Bill sets up State level Medical Boards to decide if a pregnancy may be terminated after 24 weeks in case of  substantial foetal abnormalities.

3. The Bill specifies that survivors of rape, victims of incest and other vulnerable women like differently abled women and minors will now be able to opt for abortion up to 28 weeks on the advice of two doctors.


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Answer & Solution

Answer:

Only 1 and 2