INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2020
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- Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsThe term commonly used to describe a full moon that is at perigee, or when the moon is at its closest position to Earth along its orbit, is
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation: What is a supermoon?
- A supermoon occurs when the Moon’s orbit is closest to the Earth at the same time that the Moon is full. In a typical year, there may be two to four full supermoons and two to four new supermoons in a row.
- Please note: As the Moon orbits the Earth, there is a point of time when the distance between the two is the least (called the perigee when the average distance is about 360,000 km from the Earth) and a point of time when the distance is the most (called the apogee when the distance is about 405,000 km from the Earth).
- Why does the moon appear to be red during the event on May 26?
- Because of the total lunar eclipse, the moon will also appear to be red. This is because the Earth will block some of the light from the Sun from reaching the moon and as the Earth’s atmosphere filters the light, it will soften “the edge of our planet’s shadow” “giving the Moon a deep, rosy glow.”
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/total-lunar-eclipse-and-supermoon/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation: What is a supermoon?
- A supermoon occurs when the Moon’s orbit is closest to the Earth at the same time that the Moon is full. In a typical year, there may be two to four full supermoons and two to four new supermoons in a row.
- Please note: As the Moon orbits the Earth, there is a point of time when the distance between the two is the least (called the perigee when the average distance is about 360,000 km from the Earth) and a point of time when the distance is the most (called the apogee when the distance is about 405,000 km from the Earth).
- Why does the moon appear to be red during the event on May 26?
- Because of the total lunar eclipse, the moon will also appear to be red. This is because the Earth will block some of the light from the Sun from reaching the moon and as the Earth’s atmosphere filters the light, it will soften “the edge of our planet’s shadow” “giving the Moon a deep, rosy glow.”
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/total-lunar-eclipse-and-supermoon/
- Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsThe committee headed by TK Viswanathan was in news recently, is related to:
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- The expert committee, headed by former Law Secretary and Lok Sabha Secretary General T K Viswanathan, was constituted by the Centre after the Supreme Court struck down the controversial Section 66A of the Information Technology Act in 2015.
- In its report that was submitted in 2017, the committee recommended that the Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure and the IT Act needed to be amended to introduce stringent provisions to deal with cases of hate speech and use of cyberspace to spread hatred and incitement.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/panel-to-define-offences-of-speech-expression/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- The expert committee, headed by former Law Secretary and Lok Sabha Secretary General T K Viswanathan, was constituted by the Centre after the Supreme Court struck down the controversial Section 66A of the Information Technology Act in 2015.
- In its report that was submitted in 2017, the committee recommended that the Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure and the IT Act needed to be amended to introduce stringent provisions to deal with cases of hate speech and use of cyberspace to spread hatred and incitement.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/panel-to-define-offences-of-speech-expression/
- Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Sakhi – One Stop Centre (OSC) Scheme, consider the following statements:
- It is a centrally-sponsored initiative of Ministry of Women and Child Development.
- It is intended to support women including girls below 18 years of age affected by violence both in private and public spaces.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: Popularly known as Sakhi, Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) has formulated this Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
- It is a sub – scheme of Umbrella Scheme for National Mission for Empowerment of women.
- S2: Target group: The OSC will support all women including girls below 18 years of age affected by violence, irrespective of caste, class, religion, region, sexual orientation or marital status.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/one-stop-centre-scheme-4/
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: Popularly known as Sakhi, Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) has formulated this Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
- It is a sub – scheme of Umbrella Scheme for National Mission for Empowerment of women.
- S2: Target group: The OSC will support all women including girls below 18 years of age affected by violence, irrespective of caste, class, religion, region, sexual orientation or marital status.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/one-stop-centre-scheme-4/
- Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about International Criminal Court:
- It is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations (UN).
- It is the only international court that adjudicates general disputes between countries.
- India is not a member of ICC.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- S3: India has neither signed nor ratified the Rome Statute (‘Statute’) of the International Criminal Court (‘ICC’) and thus, is not a member of ICC
- S1 and S2 are regarding International Court of Justice
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- S3: India has neither signed nor ratified the Rome Statute (‘Statute’) of the International Criminal Court (‘ICC’) and thus, is not a member of ICC
- S1 and S2 are regarding International Court of Justice
- Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsThe territories of Gaza and the West Bank are separated from each other by
- Israeli territory
- Egyptian territory
- Syrian territory
Select the correct answer using the code below:
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The territories of Gaza and the West Bank are separated from each other by Israeli territory.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/blinken-promises-support-for-gaza/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The territories of Gaza and the West Bank are separated from each other by Israeli territory.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/blinken-promises-support-for-gaza/
- Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about the Minamata Convention:
- It was signed in 2013 and entered into force in 2017.
- It is a UN treaty coming under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
- India is a party to the Minamata Convention.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation: About the Minamata Convention:
- The Minamata Convention on Mercury is a global treaty to protect human health and the environment from the adverse effects of mercury and its compounds.
- It was agreed at the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee in Geneva, Switzerland 2013. It entered into force in 2017.
- Controlling the anthropogenic releases of mercury throughout its lifecycle is one of the key obligations under the Convention.
- It is a UN treaty.
- The Convention also addresses interim storage of mercury and its disposal once it becomes waste, sites contaminated by mercury as well as health issues.
- India has ratified the Convention.
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation: About the Minamata Convention:
- The Minamata Convention on Mercury is a global treaty to protect human health and the environment from the adverse effects of mercury and its compounds.
- It was agreed at the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee in Geneva, Switzerland 2013. It entered into force in 2017.
- Controlling the anthropogenic releases of mercury throughout its lifecycle is one of the key obligations under the Convention.
- It is a UN treaty.
- The Convention also addresses interim storage of mercury and its disposal once it becomes waste, sites contaminated by mercury as well as health issues.
- India has ratified the Convention.
- Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Paediatric inflammatory multisystem syndrome (PIMS-TS):
- It is a rare condition associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection.
- It has a close link to diabetes and conditions which compromise the immune system.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- PIMS-TS, also known as multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C), is a rare condition associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection that was first defined in April 2020.
- Causes: It is not known what triggers the condition, but it is thought to be a rare immune overreaction that occurs approximately four to six weeks after mild or asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection.
- Symptoms of the condition include fever, rash, eye infection, and gastrointestinal symptoms (e.g. diarrhoea, stomach-ache, nausea). In some rare cases, the condition can lead to multi-organ failure.
- Why in the News?
- A small study has reported most symptoms of rare paediatric inflammatory multisystem syndrome (PIMS-TS) associated with SARS-CoV2 are resolved after six months.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-26-may-2021/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- PIMS-TS, also known as multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C), is a rare condition associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection that was first defined in April 2020.
- Causes: It is not known what triggers the condition, but it is thought to be a rare immune overreaction that occurs approximately four to six weeks after mild or asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection.
- Symptoms of the condition include fever, rash, eye infection, and gastrointestinal symptoms (e.g. diarrhoea, stomach-ache, nausea). In some rare cases, the condition can lead to multi-organ failure.
- Why in the News?
- A small study has reported most symptoms of rare paediatric inflammatory multisystem syndrome (PIMS-TS) associated with SARS-CoV2 are resolved after six months.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-26-may-2021/
- Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the following pairs (Type of pathogen: Disease) is correctly matched?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Viral disease: Chickenpox, Flu (influenza), Herpes, Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV/AIDS), Human papillomavirus (HPV), Infectious mononucleosis, Mumps, measles and rubella, Shingles.
- Bacterial disease: cholera, diphtheria, bacterial meningitis, tetanus, Lyme disease, gonorrhea, and syphilis.
- Protozoa: African Trypanosomiasis (also known as Sleeping Sickness)
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-26-may-2021/
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Viral disease: Chickenpox, Flu (influenza), Herpes, Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV/AIDS), Human papillomavirus (HPV), Infectious mononucleosis, Mumps, measles and rubella, Shingles.
- Bacterial disease: cholera, diphtheria, bacterial meningitis, tetanus, Lyme disease, gonorrhea, and syphilis.
- Protozoa: African Trypanosomiasis (also known as Sleeping Sickness)
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-26-may-2021/
- Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsRecently, the miniature sculpture of the Buddha found in Udupi district in Karnataka, with reference to this, consider the following statements:
- The Buddha is seated on a lotus pedestal in Abhaya Mudre.
- The sculpture is in the Gupta style.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The Buddha was found among debris removed from an abandoned well at Alembi in Udupi district in Karnataka.
- Description:
- It is nine centimetres high, five centimetres wide and two centimetres thick.
- S1: The Buddha is seated on a lotus pedestal in Dharma Chakra Pravarthana Mudre.
- Below the seat, six disciples are seated on either side of the Dharma Chakra.
- The Lord wears clothes and ear-rings.
- A small Ushnisha is shown on the top of the head.
- In the back of the head, a beautifully carved round lobe is seen.
- On the top corners, two Yakshas and, on either side of his back, two winged horses have been carved out.
- S2: The sculpture is in the Gupta style.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-26-may-2021/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The Buddha was found among debris removed from an abandoned well at Alembi in Udupi district in Karnataka.
- Description:
- It is nine centimetres high, five centimetres wide and two centimetres thick.
- S1: The Buddha is seated on a lotus pedestal in Dharma Chakra Pravarthana Mudre.
- Below the seat, six disciples are seated on either side of the Dharma Chakra.
- The Lord wears clothes and ear-rings.
- A small Ushnisha is shown on the top of the head.
- In the back of the head, a beautifully carved round lobe is seen.
- On the top corners, two Yakshas and, on either side of his back, two winged horses have been carved out.
- S2: The sculpture is in the Gupta style.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-26-may-2021/
- Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsIt was the first capital city of Karnataka when it was ruled by the Kadamba dynasty. The city dates back to 375 AD. Over the years, it was given many different names; Konkanapura, Nandanavana, Vanavasika, etc. Also it has been mentioned in revered terms by Chinese traveler-monk, Huen Tsang, Greco-Roman writer, Ptolemy and Kalidasa.
The above paragraph refers to which one of the following historical city?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Miniature sculpture of the Buddha found in Udupi:
- Significance of the discovery:
- Traditionally, the ancient Tulu Nadu was said to be ruled by the Kadambas of Banavasi. The Guptas and the Kadambas of Banavasi had matrimonial relations. Hence, the discovery of the Buddha sculpture is not an uncommon thing.
- The historical city of Banavasi>> https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/travel/2013/jun/20/The-historical-city-of-Banavasi-488569.html
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-26-may-2021/
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Miniature sculpture of the Buddha found in Udupi:
- Significance of the discovery:
- Traditionally, the ancient Tulu Nadu was said to be ruled by the Kadambas of Banavasi. The Guptas and the Kadambas of Banavasi had matrimonial relations. Hence, the discovery of the Buddha sculpture is not an uncommon thing.
- The historical city of Banavasi>> https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/travel/2013/jun/20/The-historical-city-of-Banavasi-488569.html
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/26/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-26-may-2021/
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