INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2020
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The following Quiz is based on the Hindu, PIB and other news sources. It is a current events based quiz. Solving these questions will help retain both concepts and facts relevant to UPSC IAS civil services exam.
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New Initiative: Revision Through MCQs (RTM) – Revision of Current Affairs Made Interesting
As revision is the key to success in this exam, we are starting a new initiative where you will revise current affairs effectively through MCQs (RTM) that are solely based on Insights Daily Current Affairs.
These questions will be different than our regular current affairs quiz. These questions are framed to TEST how well you have read and revised Insights Current Affairs on daily basis.
We will post nearly 10 MCQs every day which are based on previous day’s Insights current affairs. Tonight we will be posting RTM questions on the Insights current affairs of October 3, 2019.
The added advantage of this initiative is it will help you solve at least 20 MCQs daily (5 Static + 5 CA Quiz + 10 RTM) – thereby helping you improve your retention as well as elimination and guessing skills.
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Public Accounts Committee of Indian Parliament:
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- The PAC is formed every year with a strength of not more than 22 members.
- As per the panel’s rules, no subject can be deliberated upon till there is a consensus among all members.
- Its chief function is to examine the audit report of Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) before it is laid in the Parliament.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The PAC is formed every year with a strength of not more than 22 members of which 15 are from Lok Sabha and 7 from Rajya Sabha.
- S2: As per the panel’s rules, no subject can be deliberated upon till there is a consensus among all members.
- S3: Its chief function is to examine the audit report of Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) after it is laid in the Parliament.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/public-accounts-committee-pac/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The PAC is formed every year with a strength of not more than 22 members of which 15 are from Lok Sabha and 7 from Rajya Sabha.
- S2: As per the panel’s rules, no subject can be deliberated upon till there is a consensus among all members.
- S3: Its chief function is to examine the audit report of Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) after it is laid in the Parliament.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/public-accounts-committee-pac/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
- The bacteria that cause TB are spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- TB is an infectious disease caused by the bacillus Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
- It typically affects the lungs (pulmonary TB) but can also affect other sites.
- The disease is spread when people who are sick with pulmonary TB expel bacteria into the air, for example by coughing.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/who-global-tuberculosis-programme/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- TB is an infectious disease caused by the bacillus Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
- It typically affects the lungs (pulmonary TB) but can also affect other sites.
- The disease is spread when people who are sick with pulmonary TB expel bacteria into the air, for example by coughing.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/who-global-tuberculosis-programme/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsIn which one of the following groups are all the four countries Dialogue Partners of ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting (ADMM) Plus?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- The ADMM-Plus is a platform for ASEAN and its eight Dialogue Partners to strengthen security and defence cooperation for peace, stability, and development in the region.
- Eight Dialogue Partners are Australia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Russia and the USA (collectively referred to as the “Plus Countries”).
- It aims to promote mutual trust and confidence between defence establishments through greater dialogue and transparency.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/asean-defence-ministers-meeting-plus-admm-plus-3/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- The ADMM-Plus is a platform for ASEAN and its eight Dialogue Partners to strengthen security and defence cooperation for peace, stability, and development in the region.
- Eight Dialogue Partners are Australia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Russia and the USA (collectively referred to as the “Plus Countries”).
- It aims to promote mutual trust and confidence between defence establishments through greater dialogue and transparency.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/asean-defence-ministers-meeting-plus-admm-plus-3/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI):
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- It was constituted under National Waterways Act, 2016.
- The meetings of the statutory authority is chaired by the Union Home Minister.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) is the statutory authority in charge of the waterways in India.
- It was constituted under IWAI Act-1985 by parliament of India.
- Its headquarters is located in Noida, UP
- Parent department:: Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/inland-vessels-bill/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) is the statutory authority in charge of the waterways in India.
- It was constituted under IWAI Act-1985 by parliament of India.
- Its headquarters is located in Noida, UP
- Parent department:: Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/inland-vessels-bill/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsThe Deep Ocean Mission of India consists which of the following components?
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- development of ocean climate change advisory services
- searching for deep sea flora and fauna
- explore and identify potential sources of hydrothermal minerals
- grooming experts in the field of ocean biology and engineering
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation: The Deep Ocean Mission consists of the following six major component
- Development of Technologies for Deep Sea Mining, and Manned Submersible
- Development of Ocean Climate Change Advisory Services
- Technological innovations for exploration and conservation of deep-sea biodiversity
- Deep Ocean Survey and Exploration
- Energy and freshwater from the Ocean
- Advanced Marine Station for Ocean Biology
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/india-set-to-launch-deep-sea-mission-2/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation: The Deep Ocean Mission consists of the following six major component
- Development of Technologies for Deep Sea Mining, and Manned Submersible
- Development of Ocean Climate Change Advisory Services
- Technological innovations for exploration and conservation of deep-sea biodiversity
- Deep Ocean Survey and Exploration
- Energy and freshwater from the Ocean
- Advanced Marine Station for Ocean Biology
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/india-set-to-launch-deep-sea-mission-2/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- India is the largest producer of bananas in the world with a share of around 55% in total output.
- In India, Tamil Nadu is the largest producer of bananas in the last five years.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1: India is the world’s leading producer of bananas with a share of around 25% in total output.
- S2: Andhra Pradesh stands at the top in area under cultivation, production and export of bananas in the country. Read more>>
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-17-june-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1: India is the world’s leading producer of bananas with a share of around 25% in total output.
- S2: Andhra Pradesh stands at the top in area under cultivation, production and export of bananas in the country. Read more>>
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-17-june-2021/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements
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- National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has made mandatory use of drones for monthly video recording of National Highway projects.
- All project documentation, contractual decisions and approvals are now being done through NHAI’s portal ‘Data Lake’ only.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: National Highways Authority of India, under Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has made mandatory use of drones for monthly video recording of National Highway projects during all stages of development, construction, operation and maintenance.
- Contractors and Concessionaires shall carry out the drone video recording in presence of Team Leader of the Supervision Consultant and upload comparative project videos of the current and last month on NHAI’s portal ‘Data Lake’.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-17-june-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: National Highways Authority of India, under Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has made mandatory use of drones for monthly video recording of National Highway projects during all stages of development, construction, operation and maintenance.
- Contractors and Concessionaires shall carry out the drone video recording in presence of Team Leader of the Supervision Consultant and upload comparative project videos of the current and last month on NHAI’s portal ‘Data Lake’.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-17-june-2021/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Longitude of Dholavira’s location is between those of Lothal and Ganweriwala.
- Latitude of Harappa’s location is between those of Banawali and Rakhigarhi.
- Mohenjo-Daro situated more southward than Kalibangan.
Which of the given above statements is/are not correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation: here the directive word is not correct!!
- Self-explanatory
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-17-june-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation: here the directive word is not correct!!
- Self-explanatory
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-17-june-2021/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the following has launched Adi Prashikshan Portal?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Ministry Of Tribal Affairs Has Launched Adi Prashikshan Portal.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-17-june-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Ministry Of Tribal Affairs Has Launched Adi Prashikshan Portal.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-17-june-2021/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Lothal, in present-day Rajasthan, was an ancient city of the Indus Valley civilization.
- The archeological findings discovered at lothal was dockyward.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: Lothal was one of the southernmost cities of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization located in the Bhāl region of the modern state of Gujarāt.
- S2: Excavations have revealed the world’s oldest known artificial dock, which was connected to an old course of the Sabarmati River. Other features include the acropolis, the lower town, the bead factory, the warehouses, and the drainage system.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-17-june-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: Lothal was one of the southernmost cities of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization located in the Bhāl region of the modern state of Gujarāt.
- S2: Excavations have revealed the world’s oldest known artificial dock, which was connected to an old course of the Sabarmati River. Other features include the acropolis, the lower town, the bead factory, the warehouses, and the drainage system.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/06/17/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-17-june-2021/
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