INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2020
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- Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- The All India Forward Bloc (AIFB) is a left-wing nationalist political party in India.
- AIFB emerged as a faction outside the Indian National Congress in 1939, led by Subhas Chandra Bose.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: The All India Forward Bloc (AIFB) is a left-wing nationalist political party in India.
- S2: It emerged as a faction within the Indian National Congress in 1939, led by Subhas Chandra Bose. The party re-established as an independent political party after the independence of India.
- About Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose:
- Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose had announced the establishment of the provisional government of Azad Hind in occupied Singapore in
- Known as Arzi Hukumat-e-Azad Hind, it was supported by the Axis powers of Imperial Japan, Nazi Germany, the Italian Social Republic, and their allies.
- He had launched a struggle to free India from British rule under the banner of the provisional government-in exile during the latter part of the Second World War.
- Under his provisional government, the Indians living abroad had been united.
- Under the provisional government, Bose was the head of the state, the prime minister and the minister for war and foreign affairs.
- Subhash Chandra Bose was twice elected President of the Indian National Congress, (1938-Haripur and 1939-Tripuri).
- He resigned from the Congress Presidentship in 1939 and organised the All India Forward Bloc a faction within the Congress in Bengal.
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: The All India Forward Bloc (AIFB) is a left-wing nationalist political party in India.
- S2: It emerged as a faction within the Indian National Congress in 1939, led by Subhas Chandra Bose. The party re-established as an independent political party after the independence of India.
- About Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose:
- Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose had announced the establishment of the provisional government of Azad Hind in occupied Singapore in
- Known as Arzi Hukumat-e-Azad Hind, it was supported by the Axis powers of Imperial Japan, Nazi Germany, the Italian Social Republic, and their allies.
- He had launched a struggle to free India from British rule under the banner of the provisional government-in exile during the latter part of the Second World War.
- Under his provisional government, the Indians living abroad had been united.
- Under the provisional government, Bose was the head of the state, the prime minister and the minister for war and foreign affairs.
- Subhash Chandra Bose was twice elected President of the Indian National Congress, (1938-Haripur and 1939-Tripuri).
- He resigned from the Congress Presidentship in 1939 and organised the All India Forward Bloc a faction within the Congress in Bengal.
- Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements with reference to Devices of Indian Parliamentary Proceedings:
- The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is termed as Question hour.
- Question Hour in both Houses is held on all days of the session.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation: What is Question Hour?
- The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is termed as Question hour.
- It is mentioned in the Rules of Procedure of the House.
- During this time, the members ask questions and the ministers usually give answers.
- The questions can also be asked to the private members (MPs who are not ministers).
- Question Hour in both Houses is held on all days of the session. But there are two days when an exception is made:
- There is no Question Hour on the day the President addresses MPs from both Houses in the Central Hall.
- Question Hour is not scheduled on the day the Finance Minister presents the Budget.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/question-hour/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation: What is Question Hour?
- The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is termed as Question hour.
- It is mentioned in the Rules of Procedure of the House.
- During this time, the members ask questions and the ministers usually give answers.
- The questions can also be asked to the private members (MPs who are not ministers).
- Question Hour in both Houses is held on all days of the session. But there are two days when an exception is made:
- There is no Question Hour on the day the President addresses MPs from both Houses in the Central Hall.
- Question Hour is not scheduled on the day the Finance Minister presents the Budget.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/question-hour/
- Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Question Hour in Parliament.
- The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is slotted for Question Hour where questions are asked only to Minsters and for private members it is asked in Zero Hour.
- A starred question requires an oral answer and hence supplementary questions can follow.
- Questions may lead to the appointment of a Commission, a Court of Enquiry or even Legislation.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is slotted for Question Hour. During this time, the members ask questions and the ministers usually give answers. The questions are of three kinds, namely, starred, unstarred and short notice.
- A starred question (distinguished by an asterisk) requires an oral answer and hence supplementary questions can follow.
- In addition to the ministers, the questions can also be asked to the private members. Thus, a question may be addressed to a private member if the subject matter of the question relates to some Bill, resolution or other matter connected with the business of the House for which that member is responsible.
- Questions enable Ministries to gauge the popular reaction to their policy and administration. Questions bring to the notice of the Ministers many loopholes which otherwise would have gone unnoticed. Sometimes questions may lead to the appointment of a Commission, a Court of Enquiry or even Legislation when matters raised by Members are grave enough to agitate the public mind and are of wide public importance.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/question-hour/
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is slotted for Question Hour. During this time, the members ask questions and the ministers usually give answers. The questions are of three kinds, namely, starred, unstarred and short notice.
- A starred question (distinguished by an asterisk) requires an oral answer and hence supplementary questions can follow.
- In addition to the ministers, the questions can also be asked to the private members. Thus, a question may be addressed to a private member if the subject matter of the question relates to some Bill, resolution or other matter connected with the business of the House for which that member is responsible.
- Questions enable Ministries to gauge the popular reaction to their policy and administration. Questions bring to the notice of the Ministers many loopholes which otherwise would have gone unnoticed. Sometimes questions may lead to the appointment of a Commission, a Court of Enquiry or even Legislation when matters raised by Members are grave enough to agitate the public mind and are of wide public importance.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/question-hour/
- Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
Influenza A virus mutates constantly and this is because:
- it is an RNA virus with a segmented genome
- their genes can easily get mixed up
- increased sensitivity to cold or heat
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Why does the flu A virus have so many strains?
- Influenza A virus mutates constantly and this is because:
- Firstly, It is an RNA virus with a segmented genome, i.e. it has eight separate strands, which makes its copying prone to errors or mutations. This ‘antigenic drift’ results in slight but continuous mutations in the surface proteins, which is the reason why flu vaccines have to be updated regularly.
- Secondly, when a cell happens to be infected with two different flu A viruses, their genes can easily get mixed up. This mixing, known as reassortment, is a viral version of sex.
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Why does the flu A virus have so many strains?
- Influenza A virus mutates constantly and this is because:
- Firstly, It is an RNA virus with a segmented genome, i.e. it has eight separate strands, which makes its copying prone to errors or mutations. This ‘antigenic drift’ results in slight but continuous mutations in the surface proteins, which is the reason why flu vaccines have to be updated regularly.
- Secondly, when a cell happens to be infected with two different flu A viruses, their genes can easily get mixed up. This mixing, known as reassortment, is a viral version of sex.
- Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the S-400 Triumf missile:
- It is a surface-to-air missile system (SAM) designed by Almaz Central Design Bureau of France.
- The system can simultaneously engage multiple targets.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The S-400 Triumpf is an air defence missile system developed by Almaz Central Design Bureau of Russia. The new system replaced the S-300P and S-200 air defence systems of the Russian Army.
- The S-400 Triumpf air defence system integrates a multifunction radar, autonomous detection and targeting systems, anti-aircraft missile systems, launchers, and command and control centre. It is capable of firing three types of missiles to create a layered defence.
- The system can engage all types of aerial targets, including aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), and ballistic and cruise missiles, within the range of 400km at an altitude of up to 30km. The system can simultaneously engage 36 targets.
- The S-400 is twice as effective as the previous Russian air defence systems and can be deployed within five minutes. It can also be integrated into the existing and future air defence units of the airforce, army and navy.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/military-specialists-to-get-s-400-training-in-moscow/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The S-400 Triumpf is an air defence missile system developed by Almaz Central Design Bureau of Russia. The new system replaced the S-300P and S-200 air defence systems of the Russian Army.
- The S-400 Triumpf air defence system integrates a multifunction radar, autonomous detection and targeting systems, anti-aircraft missile systems, launchers, and command and control centre. It is capable of firing three types of missiles to create a layered defence.
- The system can engage all types of aerial targets, including aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), and ballistic and cruise missiles, within the range of 400km at an altitude of up to 30km. The system can simultaneously engage 36 targets.
- The S-400 is twice as effective as the previous Russian air defence systems and can be deployed within five minutes. It can also be integrated into the existing and future air defence units of the airforce, army and navy.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/military-specialists-to-get-s-400-training-in-moscow/
- Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsThe Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA) enables USA to impose sanctions on any country carrying out significant defence and energy trade with sanctioned entities in:
- Russia
- Iraq
- North Korea
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation: What is CAATSA, and how did the S-400 deal fall foul of this Act?
- Countering America’s Adversaries through Sanctions Act (CAATSA)‘s core objective is to counter Iran, Russia and North Korea through punitive measures.
- The Act primarily deals with sanctions on Russian interests such as its oil and gas industry, defence and security sector, and financial institutions, in the backdrop of its military intervention in Ukraine and its alleged meddling in the 2016 US Presidential elections.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/military-specialists-to-get-s-400-training-in-moscow/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation: What is CAATSA, and how did the S-400 deal fall foul of this Act?
- Countering America’s Adversaries through Sanctions Act (CAATSA)‘s core objective is to counter Iran, Russia and North Korea through punitive measures.
- The Act primarily deals with sanctions on Russian interests such as its oil and gas industry, defence and security sector, and financial institutions, in the backdrop of its military intervention in Ukraine and its alleged meddling in the 2016 US Presidential elections.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/military-specialists-to-get-s-400-training-in-moscow/
- Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsWest Bank is landlocked territory near the Mediterranean coast of Western Asia, bordered by:
- Jordan and the Dead Sea to the east
- Israel to the south only
- Syria to the west
Select the correct answer using the code below:
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Where is West Bank?
- It is a landlocked territory near the Mediterranean coast of Western Asia, bordered by Jordan to the east and by the Green Line separating it and Israel on the south, west and north. The West Bank also contains a significant section of the western Dead Sea shore.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/west-bank-and-issues-associated-4/
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Where is West Bank?
- It is a landlocked territory near the Mediterranean coast of Western Asia, bordered by Jordan to the east and by the Green Line separating it and Israel on the south, west and north. The West Bank also contains a significant section of the western Dead Sea shore.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/west-bank-and-issues-associated-4/
- Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Yamuna River:
- The river Yamuna is a major tributary of river Ganges.
- It originates from the Yamunotri glacier near Bandarpoonch peaks in the Mussoorie range of the higher Himalayas in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand.
- It meets the Ganges at the Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh after flowing through Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and Delhi.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation: About Yamuna River:
- The river Yamuna is a major tributary of river Ganges.
- Originates from the Yamunotri glacier near Bandarpoonch peaks in the Mussoorie range of the lower Himalayas in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand.
- It meets the Ganges at the Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh after flowing through Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and Delhi.
- Tributaries: Chambal, Sindh, Betwa and Ken.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/sc-seeks-status-report-on-river-water-quality/
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation: About Yamuna River:
- The river Yamuna is a major tributary of river Ganges.
- Originates from the Yamunotri glacier near Bandarpoonch peaks in the Mussoorie range of the lower Himalayas in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand.
- It meets the Ganges at the Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh after flowing through Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and Delhi.
- Tributaries: Chambal, Sindh, Betwa and Ken.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/sc-seeks-status-report-on-river-water-quality/
- Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the following protected areas is well known for the conservation and has earned the name for being the only rehabilitation centre for the Indian star tortoise in India?
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of 18 wildlife sanctuaries among the protected areas of Kerala. It has earned the name for being the only rehabilitation centre for the Indian star tortoise in India. It is under the jurisdiction of and contiguous with Eravikulam National Park to the south.
- Indian star tortoise:
- Found across the Indian sub-continent, more specifically, in the Central and Southern parts of India, in West Pakistan and in Sri Lanka.
- Protected under Schedule IV of Wild Life Protection Act 1972.
- Convention on International Trade inSpecies (CITES): Appendix I
- IUCN Status: Vulnerable.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-19-january-2021-2/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of 18 wildlife sanctuaries among the protected areas of Kerala. It has earned the name for being the only rehabilitation centre for the Indian star tortoise in India. It is under the jurisdiction of and contiguous with Eravikulam National Park to the south.
- Indian star tortoise:
- Found across the Indian sub-continent, more specifically, in the Central and Southern parts of India, in West Pakistan and in Sri Lanka.
- Protected under Schedule IV of Wild Life Protection Act 1972.
- Convention on International Trade inSpecies (CITES): Appendix I
- IUCN Status: Vulnerable.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-19-january-2021-2/
- Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- Semeru is an active volcano, erupted recently.
- It is the highest mountain on the island of Java, Indonesia.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation: Semeru volcano:
- Erupted recently.
- Located in Indonesia’s East Java province.
- It is the highest volcano in Java and one of the most active.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-19-january-2021-2/
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation: Semeru volcano:
- Erupted recently.
- Located in Indonesia’s East Java province.
- It is the highest volcano in Java and one of the most active.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/20/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-19-january-2021-2/