[UPSC PRELIMS-2014] Insights Secure Prelims-2014, 03 July 2014

With reference to bio-toilets, consider the following statements

1. It has invaluable application in extreme cold regions such as for people residing near glaciers
2. Aerobic bacteria are used as inoculum which convert organic waste into methane and carbon dioxide

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements

1. Santushti  and Prerna strategies are adopted under Jansankhya Sthirata Kosh to implement  population control measures
2. Post-partum IUCD ( intrauterine contraceptive device ) services is provided at the government hospital as part of family planning by the government within 48 hours after the delivery.

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

With reference to Malaria, consider the following statements

1. Malaria in pregnant women is an important cause of stillbirths, infant mortality and low birth weight
2.  The vast majority of malaria related deaths are caused by P. falciparum and P. vivax

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements

1. In India,  more deaths occur due to outdoor pollution than indoor air pollution
2. Air pollution and smoking are the leading factors in causing Ischemic heart disease

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements

1. The Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945 prohibit cosmetics containing Mercury compounds and also the use of lead and arsenic compounds for the purpose of colouring cosmetics  in India
2. A heavy metal is a metallic element which is toxic and has a high density, specific gravity or atomic weight.
3. Aluminium is used in lipsticks as stabilizer whereas titanium is used as whitening agent

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?