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UPSC Civil ServicesPrelims2023General Studies Paper I
Question
QQ59. Consider the following statements regarding mercury pollution : 1. Gold mining activity is a source of mercury pollution in the world. 2. Coal-based thermal power plants cause mercury pollution. 3. There is no known safe level of exposure to mercury. How many of the above statements are correct?
Options
- A Only one
- B Only two
- C All three
- D None
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Correct Answer
B Only two
Model Answer
Answer: option B, as per UPSC's final answer key (Series A).