Insights Current Affairs (04 December 2019) Revision Through MCQs
INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2019
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As revision is the key to success in this exam, we are starting a new initiative where you will revise current affairs effectively through MCQs (RTM) that are solely based on Insights Daily Current Affairs.
These questions will be different than our regular current affairs quiz. These questions are framed to TEST how well you have read and revised Insights Current Affairs on daily basis.
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- Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsconsider the following statements regarding Mahila Kisan Sashaktikaran Pariyojana (MKSP)
- Mahila Kisan Sashaktikaran Pariyojana (MKSP), a sub component of the Gramin Ajivika Mission, seeks to improve the present status of women in Agriculture
- Program is being implemented by DAY-NRLM in partnership with State Rural Livelihood Missions
- There is no separate funding available for MKSP
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- In line with the provisions of National Policy for Farmers (NPF) (2007), the Department of Rural Development, Ministry of Rural Development is already implementing a programme exclusively for women farmers namely, Mahila Kisan Sashaktikaran Pariyojana (MKSP), which is a sub-component of Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihood Mission (DAY-NRLM).
- The primary objective of MKSP is to empower women by enhancing their participation in agriculture and to create sustainable livelihood opportunities for them.
- Funding support to the tune of up to 60% (90% for North Eastern States) for such projects is provided by the Government of India.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/mahila-kisan-sashaktikaran-pariyojana-2/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- In line with the provisions of National Policy for Farmers (NPF) (2007), the Department of Rural Development, Ministry of Rural Development is already implementing a programme exclusively for women farmers namely, Mahila Kisan Sashaktikaran Pariyojana (MKSP), which is a sub-component of Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihood Mission (DAY-NRLM).
- The primary objective of MKSP is to empower women by enhancing their participation in agriculture and to create sustainable livelihood opportunities for them.
- Funding support to the tune of up to 60% (90% for North Eastern States) for such projects is provided by the Government of India.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/mahila-kisan-sashaktikaran-pariyojana-2/
- Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Rota Virus, consider the following statements
- It is a genus of double-stranded RNA viruses in the family Reoviridae
- The virus is transmitted by the faecal-oral route
- There are nine species of the genus, in that Rotavirus A, the most common species, causes more than 90% of rotavirus infections in humans
Which of the given above statements is/are not correct?
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation: Here The Directive Word is Not Correct!!
- Rotavirus is a genus of double-stranded RNA viruses in the family Reoviridae. Rotaviruses are the most common cause of diarrhoeal disease among infants and young children.
- Nearly every child in the world is infected with a rotavirus at least once by the age of five.
- Immunity develops with each infection, so subsequent infections are less severe; adults are rarely affected.
- There are nine species of the genus, referred to as A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H and I. Rotavirus A, the most common species, causes more than 90% of rotavirus infections in humans.
- The virus is transmitted by the faecal-oral route.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/rotavirus-2/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation: Here The Directive Word is Not Correct!!
- Rotavirus is a genus of double-stranded RNA viruses in the family Reoviridae. Rotaviruses are the most common cause of diarrhoeal disease among infants and young children.
- Nearly every child in the world is infected with a rotavirus at least once by the age of five.
- Immunity develops with each infection, so subsequent infections are less severe; adults are rarely affected.
- There are nine species of the genus, referred to as A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H and I. Rotavirus A, the most common species, causes more than 90% of rotavirus infections in humans.
- The virus is transmitted by the faecal-oral route.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/rotavirus-2/
- Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsRecently Independent Directors Databank has been in news for sometimes, which has been launched by
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Ministry of Corporate Affairs has launched the Independent Directors Databank in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the rules made thereunder.
- Independent directors databank: Developed and maintained by the Indian Institute for Corporate Affairs (IICA) under Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/independent-directors-databank/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Ministry of Corporate Affairs has launched the Independent Directors Databank in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the rules made thereunder.
- Independent directors databank: Developed and maintained by the Indian Institute for Corporate Affairs (IICA) under Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/independent-directors-databank/
- Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following is/are primarily refers to Shamlat land?
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- Shamlat land is the one which does not come under habitation and cultivation and is considered as Jumla Mushtarka (consolidation of land holdings for common use) in official parlance.
- The land-use categories as maintained in the Land Revenue Records are as follows :
- Barren and Wastelands : The land which may be classified as a wasteland such as barren hilly terrains, desert lands, ravines, etc. normally cannot be brought under cultivation with the available technology
- Culturable Waste-Land: Any land which is left fallow (uncultivated) for more than five years is included in this category. It can be brought under cultivation after improving it through reclamation practices
- Net Area Sown: The physical extent of land on which crops are sown and harvested is known as net sown area
- Fallow Land: The land left out of cultivation for a definite period of time to restore its fertility
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/punjab-to-create-land-banks-in-rural-areas/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- Shamlat land is the one which does not come under habitation and cultivation and is considered as Jumla Mushtarka (consolidation of land holdings for common use) in official parlance.
- The land-use categories as maintained in the Land Revenue Records are as follows :
- Barren and Wastelands : The land which may be classified as a wasteland such as barren hilly terrains, desert lands, ravines, etc. normally cannot be brought under cultivation with the available technology
- Culturable Waste-Land: Any land which is left fallow (uncultivated) for more than five years is included in this category. It can be brought under cultivation after improving it through reclamation practices
- Net Area Sown: The physical extent of land on which crops are sown and harvested is known as net sown area
- Fallow Land: The land left out of cultivation for a definite period of time to restore its fertility
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/punjab-to-create-land-banks-in-rural-areas/
- Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsRecently CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (CSIR-IICT), Hyderabad has announced that the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) test facility at the institute has passed the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) inspection with no observations. In the context of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) test, which of the following is/are the primary significance of this test facility?
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- NMR is a spectroscopic technique to observe local magnetic fields around atomic nuclei.
- The sample is placed in a magnetic field and the NMR signal is produced by excitation of the nuclei sample with radio waves into nuclear magnetic resonance, which is detected with sensitive radio receivers.
- The NMR spectroscopy is an important technique for structural characterization of pharmaceutical and other chemical molecules.
- The technique is used in quality control and reserach for determining the content and purity of a sample as well as its molecular structure.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/csir-iict-nuclear-magnetic-resonance-test-facility/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- NMR is a spectroscopic technique to observe local magnetic fields around atomic nuclei.
- The sample is placed in a magnetic field and the NMR signal is produced by excitation of the nuclei sample with radio waves into nuclear magnetic resonance, which is detected with sensitive radio receivers.
- The NMR spectroscopy is an important technique for structural characterization of pharmaceutical and other chemical molecules.
- The technique is used in quality control and reserach for determining the content and purity of a sample as well as its molecular structure.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/csir-iict-nuclear-magnetic-resonance-test-facility/
- Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsTorrefaction technology has been in news for sometimes in news is primarily related to
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation: Torrefaction technology
- It is a thermal process used to produce high-grade solid biofuels from various streams of woody biomass or agro residues.
- The end product is a stable, homogeneous, high quality solid biofuel with far greater energy density and calorific value than the original feedstock, providing significant benefits in logistics, handling and storage, as well as opening up a wide range of potential uses.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/torrefaction-to-reduce-stubble-burning/
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation: Torrefaction technology
- It is a thermal process used to produce high-grade solid biofuels from various streams of woody biomass or agro residues.
- The end product is a stable, homogeneous, high quality solid biofuel with far greater energy density and calorific value than the original feedstock, providing significant benefits in logistics, handling and storage, as well as opening up a wide range of potential uses.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/torrefaction-to-reduce-stubble-burning/
- Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsRecently which of the following released “Top 100 City Destination”?
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- “Top 100 City Destination” ranking: Released by Euromonitor International, a UK-based global market research company.
- The Euromonitor report highlights top 100 cities based on 2018 international arrivals. Arrivals encompasses all purposes of visit such as business, leisure and visiting friends and relatives.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/insightsias-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-december-2019/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- “Top 100 City Destination” ranking: Released by Euromonitor International, a UK-based global market research company.
- The Euromonitor report highlights top 100 cities based on 2018 international arrivals. Arrivals encompasses all purposes of visit such as business, leisure and visiting friends and relatives.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/insightsias-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-december-2019/
- Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Prithvi II missile
- Prithvi II missile is a surface-to-surface tactical missile
- It is capable of carrying 500 to 1,000 kg of warheads, both conventional as well as nuclear
- It is developed by DRDO under Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP)
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation: Prithvi-II missile
- It is a surface-to-surface tactical missile with a strike range of 350 km.
- It is developed by DRDO under Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP).
- It is capable of carrying 500 to 1,000 kg of warheads, both conventional as well as nuclear.
- The state-of-the-art missile is powered by liquid propulsion twin engines.
- It uses an advanced inertial guidance system with maneuvering orbit to hit its target.
- It was inducted into armour of the defence forces in 2003.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/insightsias-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-december-2019/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation: Prithvi-II missile
- It is a surface-to-surface tactical missile with a strike range of 350 km.
- It is developed by DRDO under Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP).
- It is capable of carrying 500 to 1,000 kg of warheads, both conventional as well as nuclear.
- The state-of-the-art missile is powered by liquid propulsion twin engines.
- It uses an advanced inertial guidance system with maneuvering orbit to hit its target.
- It was inducted into armour of the defence forces in 2003.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/insightsias-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-december-2019/
- Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWith reference to International Day of Persons with Disabilities, consider the following statements
- It was instituted by United Nations General Assembly
- It aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation: Here the directive word is Not Correct!!
- International Day of Persons with Disabilities
- It was instituted by United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 1992.
- It aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/insightsias-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-december-2019/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation: Here the directive word is Not Correct!!
- International Day of Persons with Disabilities
- It was instituted by United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 1992.
- It aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/04/insightsias-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-december-2019/
- Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsRecently Galo community has been in news for sometimes are primarily found in
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation: Galo community:
- At about 1.5 lakh people, the Galos are one of the 26 major communities of Arunachal Pradesh.
- The Galos belong to the Tani group inhabiting Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, besides Tibet.
- They trace their common origin to a primeval ancestor, Abotani.
- They have a system of prefixing the second syllable of a father’s name to that of a son, who passes on the suffix in his name to his son. Hence they can trace the names of ancestors from the first syllable or prefix of our names.
- Mopinis the main festival in Galos which is celebrated for the prosperity of the villages
- The Galos perform Popir dance.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/09/30/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-30-september-2019/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation: Galo community:
- At about 1.5 lakh people, the Galos are one of the 26 major communities of Arunachal Pradesh.
- The Galos belong to the Tani group inhabiting Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, besides Tibet.
- They trace their common origin to a primeval ancestor, Abotani.
- They have a system of prefixing the second syllable of a father’s name to that of a son, who passes on the suffix in his name to his son. Hence they can trace the names of ancestors from the first syllable or prefix of our names.
- Mopinis the main festival in Galos which is celebrated for the prosperity of the villages
- The Galos perform Popir dance.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/09/30/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-30-september-2019/