Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The Rukmavati River is a south flowing river originating in the central Kutch District and emptying into the Arabian Sea.
2.Sagar Parikrama Progarmme aims at harnessing the sea based renewable energies.
Select the correct statements using the codes given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is correct. The Rukmavati River is a south flowing river originating in the central Kutch District and emptying into the Arabian Sea.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The main objectives of Sagar Parikrama are to disseminate information of various fisheries related schemes and programs being implemented by the government, promoting responsible fisheries, protecting marine ecosystems, and demonstrating solidarity with all fisher folk and concerned stakeholders.

Source: PIB