INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2020
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsA new “Atlantic Charter” is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of the:
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- President Joe Biden and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson recently inspected documents related to the Atlantic Charter, a declaration signed by British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt in August 1941.
- The two leaders plan to sign what they’re calling a new Atlantic Charter, pledging to “defend the principles, values, and institutions of democracy and open societies.”
- The Atlantic Charter was a joint declaration issued during World War II (1939-45) by the United States and Great Britain that set out a vision for the postwar world.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/atlantic-charter/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- President Joe Biden and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson recently inspected documents related to the Atlantic Charter, a declaration signed by British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt in August 1941.
- The two leaders plan to sign what they’re calling a new Atlantic Charter, pledging to “defend the principles, values, and institutions of democracy and open societies.”
- The Atlantic Charter was a joint declaration issued during World War II (1939-45) by the United States and Great Britain that set out a vision for the postwar world.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/atlantic-charter/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Parliamentary privileges:
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- The parliamentary privileges do not extend to the president of India.
- A member of the parliament cannot be arrested during the session of Parliament if he/she is booked in civil case.
- Courts can inquire into the validity of any proceedings in Parliament on the ground of an alleged irregularity of procedure.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: The parliamentary privileges do not extend to the president who is also an integral part of the Parliament.
- S2: Members cannot be arrested during the session of Parliament and 40 days before the beginning and 40 days after the end of a session. This privilege is available only in civil cases and not in criminal cases or preventive detention cases.
- S3: The courts are prohibited to inquire into the proceedings of a House or its committees.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/breach-of-privilege-motion/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: The parliamentary privileges do not extend to the president who is also an integral part of the Parliament.
- S2: Members cannot be arrested during the session of Parliament and 40 days before the beginning and 40 days after the end of a session. This privilege is available only in civil cases and not in criminal cases or preventive detention cases.
- S3: The courts are prohibited to inquire into the proceedings of a House or its committees.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/breach-of-privilege-motion/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Indian Parliament, consider the following statements:
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- In the Lok Sabha, the Speaker nominates a committee of privileges consisting of 15 members as per respective party strengths.
- In the Rajya Sabha, the Leader of the House is the first level of scrutiny of a privilege motion.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S2: The Speaker/RS chairperson is the first level of scrutiny of a privilege motion. The Speaker/Chair can decide on the privilege motion himself or herself or refer it to the privileges committee of Parliament.
- S1: In the Lok Sabha, the Speaker nominates a committee of privileges consisting of 15 members as per respective party strengths. A report is then presented to the House for its consideration. The Speaker may permit a half-hour debate while considering the report. The Speaker may then pass final orders or direct that the report be tabled before the House. A resolution may then be moved relating to the breach of privilege that has to be unanimously passed. In the Rajya Sabha, the deputy chairperson heads the committee of privileges that consists of 10 members.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/breach-of-privilege-motion/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S2: The Speaker/RS chairperson is the first level of scrutiny of a privilege motion. The Speaker/Chair can decide on the privilege motion himself or herself or refer it to the privileges committee of Parliament.
- S1: In the Lok Sabha, the Speaker nominates a committee of privileges consisting of 15 members as per respective party strengths. A report is then presented to the House for its consideration. The Speaker may permit a half-hour debate while considering the report. The Speaker may then pass final orders or direct that the report be tabled before the House. A resolution may then be moved relating to the breach of privilege that has to be unanimously passed. In the Rajya Sabha, the deputy chairperson heads the committee of privileges that consists of 10 members.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/breach-of-privilege-motion/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Nagaland, a state in northeastern India, consider the following statements:
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- It became a full-fledged State on December 1, 1963.
- It is known as the land of the rising sun.
- As per the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2019, the recorded forest area of the state is less than 50% of its geographical area.
Which of the given above statements is/are not correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation: here the directive word is not correct!!
- S1: Nagaland became a full-fledged State on December 1, 1963.
- S2: Arunachal Pradesh is known as the land of the rising sun with reference to its position as the eastern most State of India.
- S3: The recorded forest area of the state is 8629.30 sq.km which is 52% of its geographical area.
- The Forest Cover in the State is 12,486.40 sq km which is 31 % of the State’s geographical area read more>> https://fsi.nic.in/isfr19/vol2/isfr-2019-vol-ii-nagaland.pdf
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/nagaland-to-form-panel-on-naga-issue/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation: here the directive word is not correct!!
- S1: Nagaland became a full-fledged State on December 1, 1963.
- S2: Arunachal Pradesh is known as the land of the rising sun with reference to its position as the eastern most State of India.
- S3: The recorded forest area of the state is 8629.30 sq.km which is 52% of its geographical area.
- The Forest Cover in the State is 12,486.40 sq km which is 31 % of the State’s geographical area read more>> https://fsi.nic.in/isfr19/vol2/isfr-2019-vol-ii-nagaland.pdf
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/nagaland-to-form-panel-on-naga-issue/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bhima Yogna (PMFBY):
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- The Scheme covers all Food & Oilseeds crops for which past yield data is available and for which requisite number of Crop Cutting Experiments (CCEs) are conducted being under General Crop Estimation Survey (GCES).
- The scheme is compulsory for loanee farmers availing Crop Loan /KCC account for notified crops.
- The scheme is being administered by Ministry of Agriculture.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- PMFBY provides a comprehensive insurance cover against failure of the crop thus helping in stabilising the income of the farmers.
- S1: The Scheme covers all Food & Oilseeds crops and Annual Commercial/Horticultural Crops for which past yield data is available and for which requisite number of Crop Cutting Experiments (CCEs) are conducted being under General Crop Estimation Survey (GCES).
- The scheme is implemented by empanelled general insurance companies. Selection of Implementing Agency (IA) is done by the concerned State Government through bidding.
- S2: The scheme is compulsory for loanee farmers availing Crop Loan /KCC account for notified crops and voluntary for other others.
- S3: The scheme is being administered by Ministry of Agriculture.
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- PMFBY provides a comprehensive insurance cover against failure of the crop thus helping in stabilising the income of the farmers.
- S1: The Scheme covers all Food & Oilseeds crops and Annual Commercial/Horticultural Crops for which past yield data is available and for which requisite number of Crop Cutting Experiments (CCEs) are conducted being under General Crop Estimation Survey (GCES).
- The scheme is implemented by empanelled general insurance companies. Selection of Implementing Agency (IA) is done by the concerned State Government through bidding.
- S2: The scheme is compulsory for loanee farmers availing Crop Loan /KCC account for notified crops and voluntary for other others.
- S3: The scheme is being administered by Ministry of Agriculture.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsIn which one of the following States is Pakhui Tiger Reserve located?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Pakke Tiger Reserve is also known as Pakhui Tiger Reserve.
- This Tiger Reserve has won India Biodiversity Award 2016 in the category of ‘Conservation of threatened species’ for its Hornbill Nest Adoption Programme.
- It is bounded by Bhareli or Kameng River in the west and north, and by Pakke River in the east.
- Neighbours: Papum Reserve Forest in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam’s Nameri National Park, Doimara Reserve Forest and Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary.
- The main perennial streams in the area are the Nameri, Khari and Upper Dikorai. West of Kameng River is Sessa Orchid Sanctuary.
- It falls within the Eastern Himalaya Biodiversity Hotspot.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-11-june-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Pakke Tiger Reserve is also known as Pakhui Tiger Reserve.
- This Tiger Reserve has won India Biodiversity Award 2016 in the category of ‘Conservation of threatened species’ for its Hornbill Nest Adoption Programme.
- It is bounded by Bhareli or Kameng River in the west and north, and by Pakke River in the east.
- Neighbours: Papum Reserve Forest in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam’s Nameri National Park, Doimara Reserve Forest and Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary.
- The main perennial streams in the area are the Nameri, Khari and Upper Dikorai. West of Kameng River is Sessa Orchid Sanctuary.
- It falls within the Eastern Himalaya Biodiversity Hotspot.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-11-june-2021/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Food Safety and Standards Authority of India is a statutory body established under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI).
- FSSAI has the mandate to regulate manufacture, distribute, sell or import “organic foods” as per the provisions laid under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is an autonomous statutory body established under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (FSS Act).
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India is the administrative Ministry of FSSAI.
- To pursue any food related business, the owner needs to get a certificate and license with the permission of FSSAI.
- S2: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has the mandate to regulate manufacture, distribute, sell or import “organic foods” as per the provisions laid under Section 22 of the Food Safety Standards Act, 2006. Organic foods are regulated by FoodSafety and Standards (Organic Foods) Regulations, 2017 notified under the provisions of the Act.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-11-june-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is an autonomous statutory body established under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (FSS Act).
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India is the administrative Ministry of FSSAI.
- To pursue any food related business, the owner needs to get a certificate and license with the permission of FSSAI.
- S2: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has the mandate to regulate manufacture, distribute, sell or import “organic foods” as per the provisions laid under Section 22 of the Food Safety Standards Act, 2006. Organic foods are regulated by FoodSafety and Standards (Organic Foods) Regulations, 2017 notified under the provisions of the Act.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-11-june-2021/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Gharials:
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- It is locally extinct in Pakistan, Bhutan and Myanmar.
- It is listed in schedule II of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
- It has been listed as critically endangered on the IUCN Red List.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: Historically, gharial were found in the river system of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and southern part of Bhutan and Nepal. Today they survive only in the waters of India and Nepal. Today they survive only in the waters of India and Nepal. Read more>>
- S2 and S3: Listed in Schedule I of Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and as Critically Endangered on IUCN Red List
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-11-june-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: Historically, gharial were found in the river system of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and southern part of Bhutan and Nepal. Today they survive only in the waters of India and Nepal. Today they survive only in the waters of India and Nepal. Read more>>
- S2 and S3: Listed in Schedule I of Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and as Critically Endangered on IUCN Red List
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-11-june-2021/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWith reference to communication technologies, what is/are the difference / differences between LTE (Long-Term Evolution) and VoLTE (Voice over Long-Term Evolution)?
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- LTE is commonly marketed as 3G and VoLTE is commonly marketed as advanced 3G.
- LTE is data-only technology and VoLTE is voice-only technology.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- VoLTE is voice calls over a 4G LTE network, rather than the 2G or 3G connections. VolTE can transmit data too. VoLTE has up to three times more voice and data capacity than 3G UMTS and up to six times more than 2G GSM. So, both 1 and 2 are wrong.
- Cabinet approves 5 MHz spectrum for Railways:
- The Union Cabinet has approved the allotment of 5 Mhz spectrum in the premium 700 MHz band to the Railways for captive use in areas of public safety and security services.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-11-june-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- VoLTE is voice calls over a 4G LTE network, rather than the 2G or 3G connections. VolTE can transmit data too. VoLTE has up to three times more voice and data capacity than 3G UMTS and up to six times more than 2G GSM. So, both 1 and 2 are wrong.
- Cabinet approves 5 MHz spectrum for Railways:
- The Union Cabinet has approved the allotment of 5 Mhz spectrum in the premium 700 MHz band to the Railways for captive use in areas of public safety and security services.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/11/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-11-june-2021/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsIn which one of the following States is Khonoma Nature Conservation and Tragopan Sanctuary located?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Khonoma Nature Conservation & Tragopan Sanctuary wins India Biodiversity Awards 2021
- KNCTS in Nagaland won the award under the ‘Sustainable Use of Biological Resources’ category. KNCTS was established on December 11, 1998.
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Khonoma Nature Conservation & Tragopan Sanctuary wins India Biodiversity Awards 2021
- KNCTS in Nagaland won the award under the ‘Sustainable Use of Biological Resources’ category. KNCTS was established on December 11, 1998.
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