QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz, 02 May 2019
QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz
The following quiz will have 5-10 MCQs. The questions are mainly framed from The Hindu and PIB news articles.
This quiz is intended to introduce you to concepts and certain important facts relevant to UPSC IAS civil services preliminary exam 2018. It is not a test of your knowledge. If you score less, please do not mind. Read again sources provided and try to remember better.
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INSIGHTS CURRENT EVENTS QUIZ 2019
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1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority.
- It is set up under the Ministry of Finance as a statutory body.
- It aims to administer the Investor Education and Protection Fund with the objective of promoting Investor’s Education, Awareness and Protection.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: b)
IEPF Authority is set up under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India as a statutory body under Companies Act 2013.
- It aims to administer the Investor Education and Protection Fund with the objective of promoting Investor’s Education, Awareness and Protection.
- The Authority takes various initiatives to fulfil its objectives through Investor Awareness Programmes and various other mediums like Print, Electronic, Social Media, and Community Radio etc.
- Composition: Secretary Ministry of Corporate Affairs is the Chairperson of the Authority. Joint Secretary Ministry of Corporate Affairs is the Chief Executive Officer of the Authority.
IncorrectSolution: b)
IEPF Authority is set up under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India as a statutory body under Companies Act 2013.
- It aims to administer the Investor Education and Protection Fund with the objective of promoting Investor’s Education, Awareness and Protection.
- The Authority takes various initiatives to fulfil its objectives through Investor Awareness Programmes and various other mediums like Print, Electronic, Social Media, and Community Radio etc.
- Composition: Secretary Ministry of Corporate Affairs is the Chairperson of the Authority. Joint Secretary Ministry of Corporate Affairs is the Chief Executive Officer of the Authority.
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS).
- It is a voluntary initiative that brings together navies of littoral states of the Indian Ocean Region with the aim of increasing maritime cooperation and enhancing regional security.
- It was launched by India in 2012.
- It works to ensure speedy response to requirements of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) in the IOR.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: c)
The Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) is an inclusive and voluntary initiative that brings together navies of littoral states of the Indian Ocean Region with the aim of increasing maritime cooperation and enhancing regional security. It was launched by India in February 2008.
In addition to fostering maritime cooperation, other principle objectives of IONS were to promote a shared understanding of maritime issues facing the region, formulate strategies and cooperative mechanisms to enhance regional maritime security and strengthen capabilities to ensure speedy response to requirements of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) in the IOR.
IncorrectSolution: c)
The Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) is an inclusive and voluntary initiative that brings together navies of littoral states of the Indian Ocean Region with the aim of increasing maritime cooperation and enhancing regional security. It was launched by India in February 2008.
In addition to fostering maritime cooperation, other principle objectives of IONS were to promote a shared understanding of maritime issues facing the region, formulate strategies and cooperative mechanisms to enhance regional maritime security and strengthen capabilities to ensure speedy response to requirements of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) in the IOR.
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsNational Disaster Management Authority will involve in which of the following disasters?
- Urban Floods
- Heat Wave
- Nuclear and Radiological Disaster
- Chemical and Biological threat
Select the correct code:
CorrectSolution: d)
On 23 December 2005, the Government of India enacted the Disaster Management Act, which envisaged the creation of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), headed by the Prime Minister, and State Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs) headed by respective Chief Ministers, to spearhead and implement a holistic and integrated approach to Disaster Management in India.
It involves in the following disasters
Natural Disaster:
- Earthquakes
- Floods
- Landslides
- Cyclones
- Tsunamis
- Urban Floods
- Heat Wave
Man-Made Disasters
- Nuclear and Radiological Disaster
- Chemical Disaster
- Biological Disaster
IncorrectSolution: d)
On 23 December 2005, the Government of India enacted the Disaster Management Act, which envisaged the creation of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), headed by the Prime Minister, and State Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs) headed by respective Chief Ministers, to spearhead and implement a holistic and integrated approach to Disaster Management in India.
It involves in the following disasters
Natural Disaster:
- Earthquakes
- Floods
- Landslides
- Cyclones
- Tsunamis
- Urban Floods
- Heat Wave
Man-Made Disasters
- Nuclear and Radiological Disaster
- Chemical Disaster
- Biological Disaster
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsZearalenone, recently seen is news is
CorrectSolution: b)
Zearalenone is a fungal toxin infesting cereals such as wheat, maize and barley. It attacks crops while they are growing, but can also develop when cereals are stored without being dried fully.
IncorrectSolution: b)
Zearalenone is a fungal toxin infesting cereals such as wheat, maize and barley. It attacks crops while they are growing, but can also develop when cereals are stored without being dried fully.
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsTechnical textiles can be used for
- Floor and Wall coverings
- Umbrella cloth
- Geonets
- Sanitary napkins
- Artificial implants
- Contact lenses
Which of the above statements are correct?
CorrectSolution: d)
Technical or engineered textiles are defined as products that are used for functional purposes. These textiles have applications in multiple areas of economic activity, such as aerospace, shipping, sports, agriculture, defense and health care.
Technical textiles are segregated into 12 major segments:
IncorrectSolution: d)
Technical or engineered textiles are defined as products that are used for functional purposes. These textiles have applications in multiple areas of economic activity, such as aerospace, shipping, sports, agriculture, defense and health care.
Technical textiles are segregated into 12 major segments:
