INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2019
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- Question 1 of 10
1. Question
4 pointsConsider the following statements:
- Body waves travel through the interior of the Earth.
- P-waves are compression waves.
- S-waves only propagate in solid material.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- Stat1: Body waves travel through the interior of the Earth. On the other hand, surface waves propagate only at the interface between two different media, like the interface between Earth and atmosphere (i.e. the surface of the Earth).
- Stat2: Body waves are of two types: Primary waves (also called P-waves, or pressure waves) and Secondary waves (S-waves, or shear waves).
- P-waves are compression waves. They can propagate in solid or liquid material.
- S-waves are shear waves. They only propagate in solid material.
- Stat3: By studying the trajectories of S-waves, scientists could prove that the Earth had a liquid outer core.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/what-is-earths-seismic-noise/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- Stat1: Body waves travel through the interior of the Earth. On the other hand, surface waves propagate only at the interface between two different media, like the interface between Earth and atmosphere (i.e. the surface of the Earth).
- Stat2: Body waves are of two types: Primary waves (also called P-waves, or pressure waves) and Secondary waves (S-waves, or shear waves).
- P-waves are compression waves. They can propagate in solid or liquid material.
- S-waves are shear waves. They only propagate in solid material.
- Stat3: By studying the trajectories of S-waves, scientists could prove that the Earth had a liquid outer core.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/what-is-earths-seismic-noise/
- Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 points“Special And Differential Treatment” provisions, sometimes mentioned in the news, is related to
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- The WTO Agreements contain provisions which give developing countries special rights. These are called “special and differential treatment” provisions. The Ministers in Doha, at the 4th WTO Ministerial Conference mandated the Committee on Trade and Development to examine these special and differential treatment provisions. The Bali Ministerial Conference in December 2013 established a mechanism to review and analyse the implementation of special and differential treatment provisions.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/who-are-the-developing-countries-in-the-wto-2/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- The WTO Agreements contain provisions which give developing countries special rights. These are called “special and differential treatment” provisions. The Ministers in Doha, at the 4th WTO Ministerial Conference mandated the Committee on Trade and Development to examine these special and differential treatment provisions. The Bali Ministerial Conference in December 2013 established a mechanism to review and analyse the implementation of special and differential treatment provisions.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/who-are-the-developing-countries-in-the-wto-2/
- Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about ‘MSP for MFP scheme’.
- The Union Cabinet, in 2013, approved a Central Sector Scheme for marketing of Minor Forest Produce (MFP) and development of a value chain for MFP through Minimum Support Price (MSP).
- The responsibility of purchasing MFP on MSP will be with State designated agencies.
- The Ministry of Tribal Affairs will be the nodal Ministry for implementation and monitoring of the scheme
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Stat1: The Union Cabinet, in 2013, approved a Centrally Sponsored Scheme for marketing of non-nationalized / non monopolized Minor Forest Produce (MFP) and development of a value chain for MFP through Minimum Support Price (MSP).
- Stat2 and 3: The responsibility of purchasing MFP on MSP will be with State designated agencies.
- To ascertain market price, services of market correspondents would be availed by the designated agencies particularly for major markets trading in MFP.
- The scheme supports primary value addition as well as provides for supply chain infrastructure like cold storage, warehouses etc.
- The Ministry of Tribal Affairs will be the nodal Ministry for implementation and monitoring of the scheme. The Minimum Support Price would be determined by the Ministry with technical help of TRIFED.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/msp-for-mfp-2/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Stat1: The Union Cabinet, in 2013, approved a Centrally Sponsored Scheme for marketing of non-nationalized / non monopolized Minor Forest Produce (MFP) and development of a value chain for MFP through Minimum Support Price (MSP).
- Stat2 and 3: The responsibility of purchasing MFP on MSP will be with State designated agencies.
- To ascertain market price, services of market correspondents would be availed by the designated agencies particularly for major markets trading in MFP.
- The scheme supports primary value addition as well as provides for supply chain infrastructure like cold storage, warehouses etc.
- The Ministry of Tribal Affairs will be the nodal Ministry for implementation and monitoring of the scheme. The Minimum Support Price would be determined by the Ministry with technical help of TRIFED.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/msp-for-mfp-2/
- Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- Antibodies are proteins produced and secreted by B cells.
- B lymphocytes, are a type of red blood cell of the lymphocyte subtype.
- Antigens stimulate the production of antibodies.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Stat3: Antigens are substances which, when introduced into the body, stimulate the production of antibodies. There are three types of antigen presenting cells in the body: macrophages, dendritic cells and В cells.
- Stat2: B cells, also known as B lymphocytes, are a type of white blood cell of the lymphocyte subtype. They function in the humoral immunity component of the adaptive immune system by secreting antibodies.
- Stat1: Antibodies are proteins produced and secreted by B cells. They bind to foreign substances that invade the body, such as pathogens. The term “antibody” refers to its function, which is to bind to an antigen. Another name for this protein molecule is immunoglobulin.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/novel-blood-plasma-therapy-for-covid-19/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Stat3: Antigens are substances which, when introduced into the body, stimulate the production of antibodies. There are three types of antigen presenting cells in the body: macrophages, dendritic cells and В cells.
- Stat2: B cells, also known as B lymphocytes, are a type of white blood cell of the lymphocyte subtype. They function in the humoral immunity component of the adaptive immune system by secreting antibodies.
- Stat1: Antibodies are proteins produced and secreted by B cells. They bind to foreign substances that invade the body, such as pathogens. The term “antibody” refers to its function, which is to bind to an antigen. Another name for this protein molecule is immunoglobulin.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/novel-blood-plasma-therapy-for-covid-19/
- Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Fly ash:
- Fly ash is produced by coal-fired electric and steam generating plants.
- At present, 90% of the fly ash is being utilised in India but the target is for 100% utilisation of the fly ash.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Stat1: Fly ash is produced by coal-fired electric and steam generating plants. Typically, coal is pulverized and blown with air into the boiler’s combustion chamber where it immediately ignites, generating heat and producing a molten mineral residue. Boiler tubes extract heat from the boiler, cooling the flue gas and causing the molten mineral residue to harden and form ash. Coarse ash particles, referred to as bottom ash or slag, fall to the bottom of the combustion chamber, while the lighter fine ash particles, termed fly ash, remain suspended in the flue gas. Prior to exhausting the flue gas, fly ash is removed by particulate emission control devices, such as electrostatic precipitators or filter fabric baghouses
- Stat2: At present, 63% of the fly ash is being utilised and target is for 100% utilisation of the fly ash. There is need for education and awareness generation. Source
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/fly-ash-5/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Stat1: Fly ash is produced by coal-fired electric and steam generating plants. Typically, coal is pulverized and blown with air into the boiler’s combustion chamber where it immediately ignites, generating heat and producing a molten mineral residue. Boiler tubes extract heat from the boiler, cooling the flue gas and causing the molten mineral residue to harden and form ash. Coarse ash particles, referred to as bottom ash or slag, fall to the bottom of the combustion chamber, while the lighter fine ash particles, termed fly ash, remain suspended in the flue gas. Prior to exhausting the flue gas, fly ash is removed by particulate emission control devices, such as electrostatic precipitators or filter fabric baghouses
- Stat2: At present, 63% of the fly ash is being utilised and target is for 100% utilisation of the fly ash. There is need for education and awareness generation. Source
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/fly-ash-5/
- Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Homeopathy:
- Homeopathy was developed in the late 18th century by Samuel Hahnemann, a respected doctor in Greece.
- It is a recognized medical system in India through the Homeopathy Central Council Act, 1973.
- Homeopaths generally refer this as Like be treated with likes.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Stat1: The system was propounded by a German physician Dr. Christian Friedrich Samuel Hahnemann (10th April, 1755 – 2nd July, 1843).
- Stat2: Homeopathy is a distinct medical specialty being practiced across the world. It is a recognized medical system in India through the Homeopathy Central Council Act, 1973. The system has blended well into the ethos and traditions of the country that it has been recognized as one of the national systems of medicine.
- Stat3: The word ‘Homeopathy’ is derived from two Greek words hómoios (similar) and páthos (suffering). This means in Homeopathy natural diseases are treated with substances that produce effects similar to the suffering. The key principle of this medical approach is similia similibus curentur. Homeopaths generally refer this as Like be treated with likes.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-13-april-2020/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Stat1: The system was propounded by a German physician Dr. Christian Friedrich Samuel Hahnemann (10th April, 1755 – 2nd July, 1843).
- Stat2: Homeopathy is a distinct medical specialty being practiced across the world. It is a recognized medical system in India through the Homeopathy Central Council Act, 1973. The system has blended well into the ethos and traditions of the country that it has been recognized as one of the national systems of medicine.
- Stat3: The word ‘Homeopathy’ is derived from two Greek words hómoios (similar) and páthos (suffering). This means in Homeopathy natural diseases are treated with substances that produce effects similar to the suffering. The key principle of this medical approach is similia similibus curentur. Homeopaths generally refer this as Like be treated with likes.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-13-april-2020/
- Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Technology Development Board (TDB):
- It is a statutory body of the Department of Bio-Technology (DBT).
- It is the first organization of its kind within the government framework with the sole objective of commercializing the fruit of indigenous research.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Stat1: The Government of India constituted the Technology Development Board (TDB) in September 1996, under the Technology Development Board Act, 1995, as a statutory body under Department of Science and Technology (DST).
- Stat2: The TDB is the first organization of its kind within the government framework with the sole objective of commercializing the fruit of indigenous research. The Board plays a pro-active role by encouraging enterprises to take up technology oriented products.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-13-april-2020/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Stat1: The Government of India constituted the Technology Development Board (TDB) in September 1996, under the Technology Development Board Act, 1995, as a statutory body under Department of Science and Technology (DST).
- Stat2: The TDB is the first organization of its kind within the government framework with the sole objective of commercializing the fruit of indigenous research. The Board plays a pro-active role by encouraging enterprises to take up technology oriented products.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-13-april-2020/
- Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Central Administrative Tribunal in India:
- The Central Administrative Tribunal was established by an Act of Parliament namely Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985.
- The appeals against the orders of an Administrative Tribunal shall lie before the Division Bench of the concerned Supreme Court.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Stat1: The Central Administrative Tribunal was established by an Act of Parliament namely Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985 as sequel to the 42nd amendment of the Constitution of India inserting Article 323 A.
- Stat2: The appeals against the orders of an Administrative Tribunal shall lie before the Division Bench of the concerned High Court.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-13-april-2020/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Stat1: The Central Administrative Tribunal was established by an Act of Parliament namely Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985 as sequel to the 42nd amendment of the Constitution of India inserting Article 323 A.
- Stat2: The appeals against the orders of an Administrative Tribunal shall lie before the Division Bench of the concerned High Court.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-13-april-2020/
- Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statements is/are not correct about Primordial black holes (PBHs)?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation: Here Directive Word Is Not Correct!!
- Primordial black holes are a hypothetical type of black hole that formed soon after the Big Bang. In the early universe, high densities and heterogeneous conditions could have led sufficiently dense regions to undergo gravitational collapse, forming black holes.
- Yakov Borisovich Zel’dovich and Igor Dmitriyevich Novikov in 1966 first proposed the existence of such black holes.
- The theory behind their origins was first studied in depth by Stephen Hawking in 1971.
- Since primordial black holes did not form from stellar gravitational collapse, their masses can be far below stellar mass (c. 2×1030 kg). Hawking calculated that primordial black holes could weigh as little as 10−8 kg.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-13-april-2020/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation: Here Directive Word Is Not Correct!!
- Primordial black holes are a hypothetical type of black hole that formed soon after the Big Bang. In the early universe, high densities and heterogeneous conditions could have led sufficiently dense regions to undergo gravitational collapse, forming black holes.
- Yakov Borisovich Zel’dovich and Igor Dmitriyevich Novikov in 1966 first proposed the existence of such black holes.
- The theory behind their origins was first studied in depth by Stephen Hawking in 1971.
- Since primordial black holes did not form from stellar gravitational collapse, their masses can be far below stellar mass (c. 2×1030 kg). Hawking calculated that primordial black holes could weigh as little as 10−8 kg.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-13-april-2020/
- Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsWormivet, sometimes mentioned in the news, is related to
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- It is an indigenous herbal medication (dewormer).
- It was recently brought out by National Innovation Foundation India (NIF) in form of commercial product for livestock owners as an alternate to chemical method of treatment of worm.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-13-april-2020/
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- It is an indigenous herbal medication (dewormer).
- It was recently brought out by National Innovation Foundation India (NIF) in form of commercial product for livestock owners as an alternate to chemical method of treatment of worm.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/04/13/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-13-april-2020/