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INSIGHTS CURRENT AFFAIRS QUIZ 2020
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding National Monetisation Pipeline(NMP).
- It aims to unlock value in the identified infrastructure projects by engaging the private sector, and transferring to them revenue rights in the projects.
- The identified infrastructure projects includes both greenfield and brownfield projects.
- The ownership rights in the projects are not transferred to the private parties.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: c)
The government unveiled a four-year National Monetisation Pipeline (NMP) worth an estimated Rs 6 lakh crore. It aims to unlock value in brownfield projects by engaging the private sector, transferring to them revenue rights and not ownership in the projects, and using the funds so generated for infrastructure creation across the country.
The NMP has been announced to provide a clear framework for monetisation and give potential investors a ready list of assets to generate investment interest. The government has stressed that these are brownfield assets, which have been “de-risked” from execution risks, and therefore should encourage private investment.
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Solution: c)
The government unveiled a four-year National Monetisation Pipeline (NMP) worth an estimated Rs 6 lakh crore. It aims to unlock value in brownfield projects by engaging the private sector, transferring to them revenue rights and not ownership in the projects, and using the funds so generated for infrastructure creation across the country.
The NMP has been announced to provide a clear framework for monetisation and give potential investors a ready list of assets to generate investment interest. The government has stressed that these are brownfield assets, which have been “de-risked” from execution risks, and therefore should encourage private investment.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Tuberculosis.
- Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by the bacillus Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
- Along with Lungs, Tuberculosis also affects brain and kidneys.
- At present Tuberculosis is only preventable and not curable.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: a)
- TB is an infectious disease caused by the bacillus Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
- It typically affects the lungs (pulmonary TB) but can also affect other sites such as the brain, the kidneys, or the spine.
- The disease is spread when people who are sick with pulmonary TB expel bacteria into the air, for example by coughing.
- In most cases, TB is treatable and curable; however, persons with TB can die if they do not get proper treatment.
- Diagnostic tests for TB disease include – Rapid molecular test, Sputum smear microscopy, Culture-based methods
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Solution: a)
- TB is an infectious disease caused by the bacillus Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
- It typically affects the lungs (pulmonary TB) but can also affect other sites such as the brain, the kidneys, or the spine.
- The disease is spread when people who are sick with pulmonary TB expel bacteria into the air, for example by coughing.
- In most cases, TB is treatable and curable; however, persons with TB can die if they do not get proper treatment.
- Diagnostic tests for TB disease include – Rapid molecular test, Sputum smear microscopy, Culture-based methods
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Serial Interval related to Covid-19 infection.
- The serial interval is the duration between symptom onset of a primary case and symptom onset of secondary cases generated by the primary case.
- The serial interval helps to gauge the effectiveness of infection control interventions.
- Delay in identifying and isolating the person who contracted Covid-19 leads to shorter serial interval.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: b)
The serial interval is the duration between symptom onset of a primary case and symptom onset of secondary cases (contacts) generated by the primary case.
In simple terms, the serial interval is the gap between the onset of Covid-19 symptoms in Person A and Person B, who is infected by Person A.
The serial interval helps to gauge the effectiveness of infection control interventions besides indicating rising population immunity and forecast future incidence.
Thus, the more quickly persons who contracted Covid-19 are identified and isolated, the shorter the serial interval becomes and cuts down opportunities for transmission of the virus.
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Solution: b)
The serial interval is the duration between symptom onset of a primary case and symptom onset of secondary cases (contacts) generated by the primary case.
In simple terms, the serial interval is the gap between the onset of Covid-19 symptoms in Person A and Person B, who is infected by Person A.
The serial interval helps to gauge the effectiveness of infection control interventions besides indicating rising population immunity and forecast future incidence.
Thus, the more quickly persons who contracted Covid-19 are identified and isolated, the shorter the serial interval becomes and cuts down opportunities for transmission of the virus.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements.
- In 2020-21, India had a current account surplus for the first time since 2010.
- In South Asia, Nepal is India’s largest trading partner.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
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Solution: b)
India’s current account in the balance of payments ended in a surplus to the extent of 0.9 per cent of GDP in FY ’21 for the first time in 17 years as trade deficit narrowed due to contraction in pandemic induced import demand.
Bangladesh is India’s largest trading partner in South Asia.
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Solution: b)
India’s current account in the balance of payments ended in a surplus to the extent of 0.9 per cent of GDP in FY ’21 for the first time in 17 years as trade deficit narrowed due to contraction in pandemic induced import demand.
Bangladesh is India’s largest trading partner in South Asia.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsWhich among the following countries in South-East Asia is land locked?
- Laos
- Cambodia
- Thailand
Select the correct answer code:
Correct
Solution: b)
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Solution: b)
