Question Bank • QB_SUB_GA_RC_003 MSQ • 2 Marks

Section 8: General Aptitude

Verbal Aptitude

Subtopic: Reading Comprehension

Question Statement:

Read the excerpt: 'Renewable energy integration in rural agro-ecosystems exhibits dual benefits: solar-powered micro-irrigation reduces dependence on fossil fuels and unstable grid power, while simultaneously enabling decentralized groundwater management when coupled with volumetric tariff structures.' Which of the following statements are supported by the excerpt?

Options:

  • (A) Solar-powered irrigation reduces reliance on fossil fuel and grid infrastructure
  • (B) Decentralized groundwater management is promoted when solar pumping is combined with volumetric tariffs
  • (C) Solar micro-irrigation automatically depletes groundwater under all pricing models
  • (D) Renewable agro-technologies provide multiple synergistic advantages

Answer Key:

A, B, D

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

Options A, B, and D are directly stated in the text. Option C contradicts the passage, which notes that volumetric tariffs help manage groundwater sustainably.
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