Insights Current Affairs Quiz – 87
22 December 2015
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INSIGHTS CURRENT EVENTS QUIZ 2015-16
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
Assertion (A): Countries cannot eliminate the use of Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) entirely
Reason (R): In contrast to OPV, since it does not replicate in the gut, Inactivated Polio Vaccine induces lower levels of intestinal immunity
Which of the above statements is/are true?
Correct
Ans: d.
The global focus is now expanding to plan for the replacement of trivalent OPV (tOPV) with bivalent OPV (bOPV) in all OPV-using countries. With at least one dose of IPV in place as a risk mitigation measure, OPVs will be removed in a phased approach, beginning with removal of the type 2 poliovirus strain in a switch from tOPV to bOPV. bOPV contains types 1 and 3, and therefore will continue to protect against transmission of WPV1 and WPV3. Once all wild polioviruses have been fully eradicated, then all OPVs will be withdrawn.
Why can’t countries eliminate the use of OPV entirely, rather than switch to bOPV?
Because IPV is an inactivated vaccine and not a “live” attenuated vaccine, it carries no risk of VAPP. However, in contrast to OPV, since it does not replicate in the gut, IPV induces lower levels of intestinal immunity and does not confer protection to others. IPV is also less effective than OPV in reducing fecal-oral transmission. Using both vaccines together provides the best form of protection.
When is it expected we will cease all use of OPV?
The goal is to cease all use of OPV by 2020. Depending on the timing of the switch and the detection of further transmission of polioviruses, countries may be able to cease all use of OPV as early as 2019.
http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-vaccine-boost-to-indias-polio-fight/article7927744.ece
Incorrect
Ans: d.
The global focus is now expanding to plan for the replacement of trivalent OPV (tOPV) with bivalent OPV (bOPV) in all OPV-using countries. With at least one dose of IPV in place as a risk mitigation measure, OPVs will be removed in a phased approach, beginning with removal of the type 2 poliovirus strain in a switch from tOPV to bOPV. bOPV contains types 1 and 3, and therefore will continue to protect against transmission of WPV1 and WPV3. Once all wild polioviruses have been fully eradicated, then all OPVs will be withdrawn.
Why can’t countries eliminate the use of OPV entirely, rather than switch to bOPV?
Because IPV is an inactivated vaccine and not a “live” attenuated vaccine, it carries no risk of VAPP. However, in contrast to OPV, since it does not replicate in the gut, IPV induces lower levels of intestinal immunity and does not confer protection to others. IPV is also less effective than OPV in reducing fecal-oral transmission. Using both vaccines together provides the best form of protection.
When is it expected we will cease all use of OPV?
The goal is to cease all use of OPV by 2020. Depending on the timing of the switch and the detection of further transmission of polioviruses, countries may be able to cease all use of OPV as early as 2019.
http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-vaccine-boost-to-indias-polio-fight/article7927744.ece
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following list of countries:
- United States of America
- Afghanistan
- Myanmar
- Singapore
- Nepal
- Australia
Which of the above list of countries can become members of the ISA (International Solar Alliance)?
Correct
Ans: b.
“India launched an International Solar Alliance (ISA) at the CoP21 Climate Conference here on Monday. The new body, which has invited all countries located fully or partly between the tropics of Cancer and Capricorn to join, is to function from the National Institute of Solar Energy in India, Gurgaon.”
Incorrect
Ans: b.
“India launched an International Solar Alliance (ISA) at the CoP21 Climate Conference here on Monday. The new body, which has invited all countries located fully or partly between the tropics of Cancer and Capricorn to join, is to function from the National Institute of Solar Energy in India, Gurgaon.”
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsThe National Innovation Foundation is an autonomous body of the
Correct
Ans: c.
“National Innovation Foundation and IIM-Ahmedabad, has given a global identity to the Indian model of social innovation.”
Incorrect
Ans: c.
“National Innovation Foundation and IIM-Ahmedabad, has given a global identity to the Indian model of social innovation.”
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsThe principle of ‘Nai Talim’ was propounded by
Correct
Ans: b.
“For social reconstruction, Gandhiji had propounded the principle of Nai Talim which states that knowledge and work are not separate. The constituents of Nai Talim are the 3-H: heart, hand and head.”
“To put this philosophy into practice, Gandhiji promoted an academic curriculum of ‘basic education for all’. With ashram shalas and buniyadi schools operating in the remote areas, Gujarat is perhaps the only state where Nai Talim exists in an institutional form. Gandhiji had said and I quote: “Literary education is of no value, if it is not able to build up a sound character” (unquote). Nai Talim infers charitra nirman or character building, whose relevance is increasing by the day. Without doubt, learning with value-orientation must guide our approach in education.”
Incorrect
Ans: b.
“For social reconstruction, Gandhiji had propounded the principle of Nai Talim which states that knowledge and work are not separate. The constituents of Nai Talim are the 3-H: heart, hand and head.”
“To put this philosophy into practice, Gandhiji promoted an academic curriculum of ‘basic education for all’. With ashram shalas and buniyadi schools operating in the remote areas, Gujarat is perhaps the only state where Nai Talim exists in an institutional form. Gandhiji had said and I quote: “Literary education is of no value, if it is not able to build up a sound character” (unquote). Nai Talim infers charitra nirman or character building, whose relevance is increasing by the day. Without doubt, learning with value-orientation must guide our approach in education.”
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsThe ‘Global Innovation Index’, a leading benchmarking tool for anyone seeking insight into the state of innovation of a country, is co-published by?
- World Bank
- Cornell University
- INSEAD (European Institute of Business Administration)
- Innovation International
- The World Intellectual Property Organization, an agency of the United Nations
- Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Correct
Ans: b.
“Despite focused attention on innovation in recent years, India lags behind many countries on this front. At 81st position in the Global Innovation Index 2015, we have much ground to cover.”
Incorrect
Ans: b.
“Despite focused attention on innovation in recent years, India lags behind many countries on this front. At 81st position in the Global Innovation Index 2015, we have much ground to cover.”
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsThe ‘ebird’ platform has been designed for
Correct
Ans: a.
“Till last month, over 4,000 dedicated volunteer birders have uploaded over 20 lakh bird sightings from India, which has caught even the seasoned ornithologists pleasantly off guard. Birders of all hues and shades are flocking together with their bird sighting data on an electronic platform eBird (www.ebird.org) in a big way.”
“According to the site, anyone taking a stroll or even peering from a window can contribute to the careful documentation of nature. eBird is a “platform for birdwatchers” to upload their data and keep track of their sightings.”
http://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/ebird-india-lists-20-lakh-sightings/article7927191.ece
Incorrect
Ans: a.
“Till last month, over 4,000 dedicated volunteer birders have uploaded over 20 lakh bird sightings from India, which has caught even the seasoned ornithologists pleasantly off guard. Birders of all hues and shades are flocking together with their bird sighting data on an electronic platform eBird (www.ebird.org) in a big way.”
“According to the site, anyone taking a stroll or even peering from a window can contribute to the careful documentation of nature. eBird is a “platform for birdwatchers” to upload their data and keep track of their sightings.”
http://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/ebird-india-lists-20-lakh-sightings/article7927191.ece
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the Indian Constitution, which of the following statements is/are incorrect?
- Article 12 is enshrined in Part-III of the Constitution
- Article 15 says that the State shall not deny to any person equality before the law or the equal protection of the laws within the territory of India
- Article 19 guarantees to all citizens the right to freedom of speech and expression only
Select the correct answer using codes given below:
Correct
Ans: b.
The Fundamental Rights are enshrined in Part-III of the Constitution from articles 12 to 35. Article 15 prohibits discrimination on certain grounds. Article 19 guarantees to all citizens six rights and not only the right to freedom of speech and expression.
Fundamental Rights, Indian Polity by M Laxmikanth
“The Sikkim Promotion of Local Employment Bill was rejected on September 26 because it violated Sections 14, 15 and 19 of the Constitution.”
Incorrect
Ans: b.
The Fundamental Rights are enshrined in Part-III of the Constitution from articles 12 to 35. Article 15 prohibits discrimination on certain grounds. Article 19 guarantees to all citizens six rights and not only the right to freedom of speech and expression.
Fundamental Rights, Indian Polity by M Laxmikanth
“The Sikkim Promotion of Local Employment Bill was rejected on September 26 because it violated Sections 14, 15 and 19 of the Constitution.”
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Long-Lasting Insecticidal Nets, or ‘LLIN’:
- These are alternatives to conventional pest control methods for farming and agriculture
- These require no re-treatment during their expected life span
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: b.
“The Tripura government has procured nearly nine lakh medicated mosquito nets from the UNICEF and the Union government for free distribution in malaria-prone areas. Health officials said the long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLIN) are helpful to contain the disease that often erupts in hills and interior locations of the State, claiming several lives.”
“LLINs have been developed in response to the low re-treatment rates of conventional insecticide-treated nets, especially in Africa. A long-lasting net is a ready-to-use, pre-treated mosquito net, which requires no further treatment during its expected life span.”
Incorrect
Ans: b.
“The Tripura government has procured nearly nine lakh medicated mosquito nets from the UNICEF and the Union government for free distribution in malaria-prone areas. Health officials said the long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLIN) are helpful to contain the disease that often erupts in hills and interior locations of the State, claiming several lives.”
“LLINs have been developed in response to the low re-treatment rates of conventional insecticide-treated nets, especially in Africa. A long-lasting net is a ready-to-use, pre-treated mosquito net, which requires no further treatment during its expected life span.”
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statements associated with the wheat crop in India is/are correct?
- It is primarily a crop of the temperate zone
- It is grown as a rain-fed crop in Himalayan highlands
Select the correct answer using codes given below:
Correct
Ans: c.
About 85 per cent of total area under this crop is concentrated in north and central regions of the country i.e. Indo-Gangetic Plain, Malwa Plateau and Himalayas up to 2,700 m altitude. Being a rabi crop, it is mostly grown under irrigated conditions. But it is a rainfed crop in Himalayan highlands and parts of Malwa plateau in Madhya Pradesh.
Page 47, 12th Geography (India: People and Economy), NCERT
http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/wheat-sowing-apace-in-punjab/article7937825.ece
Incorrect
Ans: c.
About 85 per cent of total area under this crop is concentrated in north and central regions of the country i.e. Indo-Gangetic Plain, Malwa Plateau and Himalayas up to 2,700 m altitude. Being a rabi crop, it is mostly grown under irrigated conditions. But it is a rainfed crop in Himalayan highlands and parts of Malwa plateau in Madhya Pradesh.
Page 47, 12th Geography (India: People and Economy), NCERT
http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/wheat-sowing-apace-in-punjab/article7937825.ece
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements associated with Polio Vaccines (PV):
- Inactivated PV (IPV) when used in combination with Sabin vaccine offers double protection against Poliovirus
- Type-1 strain of Poliovirus is responsible for most of the Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus cases
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: a.
The oral polio vaccine (OPV) was developed in 1961 by Albert Sabin. Also called “trivalent oral polio vaccine” or “Sabin vaccine”, OPV consists of a mixture of live, attenuated (weakened) poliovirus strains of all three poliovirus types.
Type-2 strain of Poliovirus is responsible for most of the Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus cases.
http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-vaccine-boost-to-indias-polio-fight/article7927744.ece
Incorrect
Ans: a.
The oral polio vaccine (OPV) was developed in 1961 by Albert Sabin. Also called “trivalent oral polio vaccine” or “Sabin vaccine”, OPV consists of a mixture of live, attenuated (weakened) poliovirus strains of all three poliovirus types.
Type-2 strain of Poliovirus is responsible for most of the Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus cases.
http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-vaccine-boost-to-indias-polio-fight/article7927744.ece
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