INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2019
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- Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- The Election Commission of India imposes limits on the expenditure incurred by a candidates and political parties, on their election campaign.
- For all states, except Arunachal Pradesh, Goa and Sikkim, a candidate can spend a maximum of Rs 70 lakh on canvassing.
- An expenditure beyond the cap can lead to disqualification of candidates under Section 10A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The Election Commission of India imposes limits on the expenditure incurred by a candidate, but not political parties, on their election campaign.
- A candidate can spend between Rs 50 lakh and Rs 70 lakh, depending on the state they are contesting the Lok Sabha election from.
- For all states, except Arunachal Pradesh, Goa and Sikkim, a candidate can spend a maximum of Rs 70 lakh on canvassing. The cap for Arunachal Pradesh, Goa and Sikkim is Rs 54 lakh. And, it is Rs 70 lakh for Delhi and Rs 54 lakh for other Union territories.
- For the assembly elections, the ceiling is between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 28 lakh.
- Candidates have to keep a separate account and file the election expenses with the poll watchdog under the law. An incorrect account or expenditure beyond the cap can lead to disqualification for up to three years under Section 10A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/03/state-funding-of-elections/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The Election Commission of India imposes limits on the expenditure incurred by a candidate, but not political parties, on their election campaign.
- A candidate can spend between Rs 50 lakh and Rs 70 lakh, depending on the state they are contesting the Lok Sabha election from.
- For all states, except Arunachal Pradesh, Goa and Sikkim, a candidate can spend a maximum of Rs 70 lakh on canvassing. The cap for Arunachal Pradesh, Goa and Sikkim is Rs 54 lakh. And, it is Rs 70 lakh for Delhi and Rs 54 lakh for other Union territories.
- For the assembly elections, the ceiling is between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 28 lakh.
- Candidates have to keep a separate account and file the election expenses with the poll watchdog under the law. An incorrect account or expenditure beyond the cap can lead to disqualification for up to three years under Section 10A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/03/state-funding-of-elections/
- Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- Pradhan Mantri Laghu Vyapari Maan-dhan Yojana is a voluntary and contribution based central sector scheme.
- Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) is applicable to the entire country.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/03/pradhan-mantri-laghu-vyapari-maan-dhan-yojana-2/
- Statement 2: http://vikaspedia.in/social-welfare/skill-development/schemes-for-skill-development/deen-dayal-upadhyaya-grameen-kaushalya-yojana-ddu-gky-skill-development-for-inclusive-growth
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/03/deen-dayal-upadhyaya-grameen-kaushlaya-yojana/
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/03/pradhan-mantri-laghu-vyapari-maan-dhan-yojana-2/
- Statement 2: http://vikaspedia.in/social-welfare/skill-development/schemes-for-skill-development/deen-dayal-upadhyaya-grameen-kaushalya-yojana-ddu-gky-skill-development-for-inclusive-growth
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/03/deen-dayal-upadhyaya-grameen-kaushlaya-yojana/
- Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?
Heritage site Location
- Fatehpur Sikri Delhi
- Khangchendzonga NP Sikkim
- Great Himalayan NP Uttarakhand
- Rani ki vav Gujarat
Select the correct answer using the code below:
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Fatehpur Sikri: Uttar Pradesh
- Great Himalayan NP: Himachal Pradesh
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/03/unesco-world-heritage-list/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Fatehpur Sikri: Uttar Pradesh
- Great Himalayan NP: Himachal Pradesh
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/03/unesco-world-heritage-list/
- Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- LiFi uses infrared waves for data transmission while WiFi uses radio waves for data transmission.
- LiFi covers distance of about 100 meters while WiFi covers about 10 meters.
- WiFi provides more secured data transfer compared to LiFi.
Which of the given above statements is/are not correct?
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation: Here directive word is Not-Correct!!
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/03/how-will-in-flight-wifi-work/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation: Here directive word is Not-Correct!!
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/03/how-will-in-flight-wifi-work/
- Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsRecently, GoI puts export restrictions on metronidazole, chloramphenicol, ornidazole, amid the coronavirus outbreak in China. These are
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Govt puts export restrictions on 26 pharma ingredients & medicines amid coronavirus outbreak in China
- Apart from paracetamol, vitamin B1, B6 and B12, other APIs and formulations over which the export restrictions have been imposed include tinidazole, metronidazole, acyclovir, progesterone, chloramphenicol, ornidazole, formulations made of chloramphenicol, clindamycin salts, neomycin, and paracetamol.
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Govt puts export restrictions on 26 pharma ingredients & medicines amid coronavirus outbreak in China
- Apart from paracetamol, vitamin B1, B6 and B12, other APIs and formulations over which the export restrictions have been imposed include tinidazole, metronidazole, acyclovir, progesterone, chloramphenicol, ornidazole, formulations made of chloramphenicol, clindamycin salts, neomycin, and paracetamol.
- Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- The UN Security Council was established by the UN Charter.
- The council’s presidency is a capacity that rotates every month among its 15 members.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- China assumes presidency of UN Security Council for March 2020.
- The Security Council was established by the UN Charter. Its primary responsibility is to work to maintain international peace and security. The council has 15 members: the five permanent members and 10 non-permanent members elected for two-year terms. The council’s presidency is a capacity that rotates every month among its 15 members.
Refer: https://www.un.org/securitycouncil/content/presidency
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- China assumes presidency of UN Security Council for March 2020.
- The Security Council was established by the UN Charter. Its primary responsibility is to work to maintain international peace and security. The council has 15 members: the five permanent members and 10 non-permanent members elected for two-year terms. The council’s presidency is a capacity that rotates every month among its 15 members.
Refer: https://www.un.org/securitycouncil/content/presidency
- Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsRecently, The Premium Residency, sometimes mentioned in the news, it is granted by
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- The Premium Residency, informally known as Saudi Green Card, is a residence permit in Saudi Arabia that grants expatriates the right to live, work and own business and property in the Kingdom without need for a sponsor.
Recently, Saudi Arabia officially started the issuance of Permanent Premium Residency Permit to Foreigners, Indian investor Yosuffali M A, Chairman of the Lulu group became one of the first to be given the permanent residency permit by Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- The Premium Residency, informally known as Saudi Green Card, is a residence permit in Saudi Arabia that grants expatriates the right to live, work and own business and property in the Kingdom without need for a sponsor.
Recently, Saudi Arabia officially started the issuance of Permanent Premium Residency Permit to Foreigners, Indian investor Yosuffali M A, Chairman of the Lulu group became one of the first to be given the permanent residency permit by Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
- Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- India Trade Promotion Organisation is the premier trade promotion agency of the Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
- ITPO is a not for profit, autonomous body.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- The 35th edition of AAHAR – the Food and Hospitality fair began in New Delhi today. This five-day-long fair is being organized by India Trade Promotion Organisation, ITPO, with support of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Agriculture and Processed Food Products Development Authority and several apex industry associations.
- India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), the premier trade promotion agency of the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Govt. of India is committed to showcase excellence achieved by the country in diverse fields especially trade and commerce.
- ITPO is a Mini-Ratna Category-1 Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) with 100 percent shareholding of Government of India.
- It manages India’s world class exhibition complex which is constantly upgraded to keep it in a high standard of readiness.
Refer: http://indiatradefair.com/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- The 35th edition of AAHAR – the Food and Hospitality fair began in New Delhi today. This five-day-long fair is being organized by India Trade Promotion Organisation, ITPO, with support of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Agriculture and Processed Food Products Development Authority and several apex industry associations.
- India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), the premier trade promotion agency of the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Govt. of India is committed to showcase excellence achieved by the country in diverse fields especially trade and commerce.
- ITPO is a Mini-Ratna Category-1 Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) with 100 percent shareholding of Government of India.
- It manages India’s world class exhibition complex which is constantly upgraded to keep it in a high standard of readiness.
Refer: http://indiatradefair.com/
- Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the following are Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve is a biosphere reserve located in the western Himalayas region, within Himachal Pradesh state in North India.
- The cold deserts of India are located adjacent to the Himalaya Mountains. They are not affected by the Indian monsoons because they lie in the rain shadow of the Himalayas.
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve is a biosphere reserve located in the western Himalayas region, within Himachal Pradesh state in North India.
- The cold deserts of India are located adjacent to the Himalaya Mountains. They are not affected by the Indian monsoons because they lie in the rain shadow of the Himalayas.
- Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- Valley of Flowers National Park is renowned for its meadows of endemic alpine flowers and outstanding natural beauty is located in this state.
- This state is richly diverse area, it is also home to rare and endangered animals, including the Asiatic black bear, snow leopard, brown bear and blue sheep.
- This state also hosts the Bengal tiger in the oldest national park of the Indian subcontinent.
Which one of the following states has all of the above features?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Uttarakhand is a state in the northern part of India. It is often referred to as the “Devabhumi” (literally “Land of the Gods”) due to numerous Hindu temples and pilgrimage centres found throughout the state.
- The state hosts the Bengal tiger in Jim Corbett National Park, the oldest national park of the Indian subcontinent.
- The Valley of Flowers, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the upper expanses of Bhyundar Ganga near Joshimath in Gharwal region, is known for the variety and rarity of its flowers and plants.
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Uttarakhand is a state in the northern part of India. It is often referred to as the “Devabhumi” (literally “Land of the Gods”) due to numerous Hindu temples and pilgrimage centres found throughout the state.
- The state hosts the Bengal tiger in Jim Corbett National Park, the oldest national park of the Indian subcontinent.
- The Valley of Flowers, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the upper expanses of Bhyundar Ganga near Joshimath in Gharwal region, is known for the variety and rarity of its flowers and plants.
