INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2020
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Shift of the position of Inter Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)in summer.
- Presence of the high-pressure area,east of Madagascar, approximately at 20°S over the Indian Ocean.
- Movement of the westerly jet streamto the north of the Himalayas and the presence of the tropical easterly jet stream over the Indian peninsula during summer.
Which of the above factors influence the formation of South-West Monsoon?
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Ans: (d)
Explanation: Factors Influencing South-West Monsoon Formation
- The differential heating and cooling of land and watercreates a low pressure on the landmass of India while the seas around experience comparatively high pressure.
- The shift of the position of Inter Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)in summer, over the Ganga plain (this is the equatorial trough normally positioned about 5°N of the equator. It is also known as the monsoon-trough during the monsoon season).
- The presence of the high-pressure area, east of Madagascar, approximately at 20°S over the Indian Ocean. The intensity and position of this high-pressure area affect the Indian Monsoon.
- The Tibetan plateau gets intensely heated during summer, which results in strong vertical air currents and the formation of low pressure over the plateau at about 9 km above sea level.
- The movement of the westerly jet stream to the north of the Himalayas and the presence of the tropical easterly jet stream over the Indian peninsula during summer.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/monsoon-onset-over-kerala-delayed/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation: Factors Influencing South-West Monsoon Formation
- The differential heating and cooling of land and watercreates a low pressure on the landmass of India while the seas around experience comparatively high pressure.
- The shift of the position of Inter Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)in summer, over the Ganga plain (this is the equatorial trough normally positioned about 5°N of the equator. It is also known as the monsoon-trough during the monsoon season).
- The presence of the high-pressure area, east of Madagascar, approximately at 20°S over the Indian Ocean. The intensity and position of this high-pressure area affect the Indian Monsoon.
- The Tibetan plateau gets intensely heated during summer, which results in strong vertical air currents and the formation of low pressure over the plateau at about 9 km above sea level.
- The movement of the westerly jet stream to the north of the Himalayas and the presence of the tropical easterly jet stream over the Indian peninsula during summer.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/monsoon-onset-over-kerala-delayed/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsThe ‘Bell of Faith’ scheme was in news recently, is launched by Kerala for:
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The ‘Bell of Faith’ scheme will now be implemented for senior citizens staying alone in villages.
- Previously, this scheme was successfully implemented in a number of urban households in Kerala.
- What is the ‘Bell of Faith’ scheme all about?
- It is a safety project conceived under Kerala’s Community Policing Scheme.
- It will help elderly citizens attract the attention of their neighbours using a loud, remote-controlled alarm in emergencies.
- It has been under implementation in Kerala since 2018.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/keralas-bell-of-faith-for-rural-elders/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The ‘Bell of Faith’ scheme will now be implemented for senior citizens staying alone in villages.
- Previously, this scheme was successfully implemented in a number of urban households in Kerala.
- What is the ‘Bell of Faith’ scheme all about?
- It is a safety project conceived under Kerala’s Community Policing Scheme.
- It will help elderly citizens attract the attention of their neighbours using a loud, remote-controlled alarm in emergencies.
- It has been under implementation in Kerala since 2018.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/keralas-bell-of-faith-for-rural-elders/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statement/ statements is/are correct about the “PM CARES For Children- Empowerment of COVID Affected Children”?
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Ans: (d)
Explanation: Features of the scheme:
- Fixed Deposit in the name of the child: A corpus of Rs 10 lakh for each child when he or she reaches 18 years of age.
- School Education: For children under 10 years: Admission will be given in the nearest Kendriya Vidyalaya or in a private school as a day scholar.
- School Education: for children between 11-18 years: The child will be given admission in any Central Government residential school such as Sainik School, Navodaya Vidyalaya etc.
- Support for Higher Education: The child will be assisted in obtaining an education loan for Professional courses / Higher Education in India as per the existing Education Loan norms.
- Health Insurance: All children will be enrolled as a beneficiary under Ayushman Bharat Scheme (PM-JAY) with a health insurance cover of Rs 5 lakhs.
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Ans: (d)
Explanation: Features of the scheme:
- Fixed Deposit in the name of the child: A corpus of Rs 10 lakh for each child when he or she reaches 18 years of age.
- School Education: For children under 10 years: Admission will be given in the nearest Kendriya Vidyalaya or in a private school as a day scholar.
- School Education: for children between 11-18 years: The child will be given admission in any Central Government residential school such as Sainik School, Navodaya Vidyalaya etc.
- Support for Higher Education: The child will be assisted in obtaining an education loan for Professional courses / Higher Education in India as per the existing Education Loan norms.
- Health Insurance: All children will be enrolled as a beneficiary under Ayushman Bharat Scheme (PM-JAY) with a health insurance cover of Rs 5 lakhs.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- As opposed to ordinary bail, which is granted to a person who is under arrest, in anticipatory bail, a person is directed to be released on bail even before arrest made.
- Anticipatory bail is issued only by the Sessions Court and High Court.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
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Ans: (c)
Explanation: The concept of anticipatory bail:
- The provision of anticipatory bail under Section 438 was introduced when CrPC was amended in 1973.
- S1: As opposed to ordinary bail, which is granted to a person who is under arrest, in anticipatory bail, a person is directed to be released on bail even before arrest is made.
- Time limit: The Supreme Court (SC) in Sushila Aggarwal v. State of NCT of Delhi (2020) case delivered a significant verdict, ruling that no time limit can be set while granting anticipatory Bail and it can continue even until the end of the trial.
- S2: It is issued only by the Sessions Court and High Court.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/the-concept-of-anticipatory-bail/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation: The concept of anticipatory bail:
- The provision of anticipatory bail under Section 438 was introduced when CrPC was amended in 1973.
- S1: As opposed to ordinary bail, which is granted to a person who is under arrest, in anticipatory bail, a person is directed to be released on bail even before arrest is made.
- Time limit: The Supreme Court (SC) in Sushila Aggarwal v. State of NCT of Delhi (2020) case delivered a significant verdict, ruling that no time limit can be set while granting anticipatory Bail and it can continue even until the end of the trial.
- S2: It is issued only by the Sessions Court and High Court.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/the-concept-of-anticipatory-bail/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- D voters are a category of voters in Assam whose citizenship is doubtful or under dispute.
- They have not been defined in the Citizenship Rules of 2003.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation: Who is a D-voter, or doubtful voter?
- Those persons whose citizenship was doubtful or was under dispute were categorized as ‘D- Voters’ during the preparation of National Register of Citizens in Assam.
- They have not been defined in the Citizenship Act, 1955 or the Citizenship Rules of 2003.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/d-voter-or-doubtful-voter/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation: Who is a D-voter, or doubtful voter?
- Those persons whose citizenship was doubtful or was under dispute were categorized as ‘D- Voters’ during the preparation of National Register of Citizens in Assam.
- They have not been defined in the Citizenship Act, 1955 or the Citizenship Rules of 2003.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/d-voter-or-doubtful-voter/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS):
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- It is an intergovernmental body created in 1984 to protect the interests of the West African countries.
- India acquired ‘observer’ status in the ECOWAS in 2020.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation: About ECOWAS:
- It is a regional political and economic union of fifteen countries located in West Africa.
- Established in 1975, with the signing of the Treaty of Lagos.
- The goal of ECOWAS is to achieve “collective self-sufficiency” for its member states by creating a single large trade bloc by building a full economic and trading union.
- It also serves as a peacekeeping force in the region.
- Considered one of the pillar regional blocs of the continent-wide African Economic Community (AEC).
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/economic-community-of-west-african-states-ecowas/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation: About ECOWAS:
- It is a regional political and economic union of fifteen countries located in West Africa.
- Established in 1975, with the signing of the Treaty of Lagos.
- The goal of ECOWAS is to achieve “collective self-sufficiency” for its member states by creating a single large trade bloc by building a full economic and trading union.
- It also serves as a peacekeeping force in the region.
- Considered one of the pillar regional blocs of the continent-wide African Economic Community (AEC).
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/economic-community-of-west-african-states-ecowas/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Republic of Colombia, consider the following statements:
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- It is a country in South America with territories in North America.
- Cali is the only major Colombian city with access to the Pacific Coast.
- It shares borders with Venezuela, Ecuador and Peru.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1 and 3: Colombia is a country in South America with territories in North America. It is bounded on the north by the Caribbean Sea, the northwest by Panama, the south by Ecuador and Peru, the east by Venezuela, the southeast by Brazil, and the west by the Pacific Ocean.
- S2: Cali is the second-largest city in Colombia by area and the third most populous. It is the only major Colombian city with access to the Pacific Coast.
- Cali is located in the Cauca Valley to the west of the Cauca River.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-may-2021/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1 and 3: Colombia is a country in South America with territories in North America. It is bounded on the north by the Caribbean Sea, the northwest by Panama, the south by Ecuador and Peru, the east by Venezuela, the southeast by Brazil, and the west by the Pacific Ocean.
- S2: Cali is the second-largest city in Colombia by area and the third most populous. It is the only major Colombian city with access to the Pacific Coast.
- Cali is located in the Cauca Valley to the west of the Cauca River.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-may-2021/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Rishiganga River, consider the following statements:
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- It is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar.
- It flows into the Dhauliganga River near the village Rini.
Which of the given above statemsnts is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation: Rishiganga:
- It is a river in the Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
- Sources: It springs from the Uttari Nanda Devi Glacier on the Nanda Devi mountain. It is also fed from the Dakshini Nanda Devi Glacier.
- Continuing through the Nanda Devi National Park, it flows into the Dhauliganga River near the village Rini.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-may-2021/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation: Rishiganga:
- It is a river in the Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
- Sources: It springs from the Uttari Nanda Devi Glacier on the Nanda Devi mountain. It is also fed from the Dakshini Nanda Devi Glacier.
- Continuing through the Nanda Devi National Park, it flows into the Dhauliganga River near the village Rini.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-may-2021/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWith reference to India’s Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, which of the following statements is/are correct?
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- It is spread over four districts.
- It is located in the edge of the Eastern Himalayan biodiversity hotspots.
- It hosts two-thirds of the world’s great one-horned rhinoceroses.
Which the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: It is a national park in the Golaghat, Karbi Anglong and Nagaon districts of the state of Assam, India.
- S2: It is located in the edge of the Eastern Himalayan biodiversity hotspots.
- S3: It hosts two-thirds of the world’s great one-horned rhinoceroses.
- It is a World Heritage Site.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-may-2021/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: It is a national park in the Golaghat, Karbi Anglong and Nagaon districts of the state of Assam, India.
- S2: It is located in the edge of the Eastern Himalayan biodiversity hotspots.
- S3: It hosts two-thirds of the world’s great one-horned rhinoceroses.
- It is a World Heritage Site.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-may-2021/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Vitamin D:
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- It is a fat-soluble vitamin.
- It can cause rickets in children.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning that it dissolves in fats and oils and can be stored in your body for a long time.
- S2: Vitamin D deficiency can cause rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-may-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning that it dissolves in fats and oils and can be stored in your body for a long time.
- S2: Vitamin D deficiency can cause rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/05/31/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-may-2021/
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