INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2020
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about the India e-Visa system:
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- It is a regular visa issued electronically.
- The eligibility criteria for obtaining the e-visa require the applicant to have at least six-month passport validity at the time of applying.
- The Ministry of External Affairs is the nodal ministry that issues visas to foreigners.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The e-visa is a regular visa issued electronically. The e-visa is easy to control unlike the normal visa issued by the diplomatic missions of India.
- S2: The eligibility criteria for obtaining the e-visa require the applicant to have at least six-month passport validity at the time of applying. However, the facility is not available for the citizens of Pakistan and they are expected to apply for regular visas from the Indian High Commission in Islamabad.
- S3: The Ministry of Home Affairs is the nodal ministry that issues visas to foreigners.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/what-is-an-electronic-visa-e-visa/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The e-visa is a regular visa issued electronically. The e-visa is easy to control unlike the normal visa issued by the diplomatic missions of India.
- S2: The eligibility criteria for obtaining the e-visa require the applicant to have at least six-month passport validity at the time of applying. However, the facility is not available for the citizens of Pakistan and they are expected to apply for regular visas from the Indian High Commission in Islamabad.
- S3: The Ministry of Home Affairs is the nodal ministry that issues visas to foreigners.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/what-is-an-electronic-visa-e-visa/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI):
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- It is operating under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India.
- It derives power to investigate from the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946.
- It is exempted from the provisions of the Right to Information Act.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: Operating under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India.
- S2: CBI derives power to investigate from the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946.
- S3: Section 24 of the RTI Act exempts certain intelligence and security organisations from the ambit of the transparency law except for information “pertaining to the allegations of corruption and human rights violations”. Hence, CBI is exempted from the provisions of the Right to Information Act.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/lack-of-manpower-in-probe-agencies/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: Operating under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India.
- S2: CBI derives power to investigate from the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946.
- S3: Section 24 of the RTI Act exempts certain intelligence and security organisations from the ambit of the transparency law except for information “pertaining to the allegations of corruption and human rights violations”. Hence, CBI is exempted from the provisions of the Right to Information Act.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/lack-of-manpower-in-probe-agencies/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- The ‘Fair and Remunerative price’ in India has been fixed in line with the recommendation of the Commission of Agricultural Costs and Prices.
- The FRP of sugarcane is determined under Sugarcane (Control) Order, 1966.
- The State Advised Prices (SAP) are announced by key sugarcane producing states which are generally higher than FRP.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1: The FRP has been determined on the basis of recommendations of Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) and after consultation with State Governments and other stake-holders.
- S2: The amended provisions of the Sugarcane (Control) Order, 1966 provides for fixation of FRP of sugarcane.
- S3: the State Advised Prices (SAP) are announced by key sugarcane producing states which are generally higher than FRP.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/how-is-minimum-selling-price-for-sugar-decided/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1: The FRP has been determined on the basis of recommendations of Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) and after consultation with State Governments and other stake-holders.
- S2: The amended provisions of the Sugarcane (Control) Order, 1966 provides for fixation of FRP of sugarcane.
- S3: the State Advised Prices (SAP) are announced by key sugarcane producing states which are generally higher than FRP.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/how-is-minimum-selling-price-for-sugar-decided/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 points“It is a tropical, perennial grass that forms lateral shoots at the base to produce multiple stems, typically 3 to 4 m high and about 5 cm in diameter. The stems grow into cane stalk, which when mature, constitutes around 75% of the entire plant; the plant is also grown for biofuel production, especially in Brazil.” Which one of the following is that crop?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Sugarcane, (Saccharum officinarum), perennial grass of the family Poaceae, primarily cultivated for its juice from which sugar is processed. Most of the world’s sugarcane is grown in subtropical and tropical areas. The plant is also grown for biofuel production, especially in Brazil, as the canes can be used directly to produce ethyl alcohol (ethanol).
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/how-is-minimum-selling-price-for-sugar-decided/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Sugarcane, (Saccharum officinarum), perennial grass of the family Poaceae, primarily cultivated for its juice from which sugar is processed. Most of the world’s sugarcane is grown in subtropical and tropical areas. The plant is also grown for biofuel production, especially in Brazil, as the canes can be used directly to produce ethyl alcohol (ethanol).
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/how-is-minimum-selling-price-for-sugar-decided/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding ‘SUJALAM’ Campaign:
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- It is a flagship initiative set up by the NITI Aayog.
- It aims to create more open defecation-free (ODF) villages across the country.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Ministry of Jal Shakti has begun (From 25th August) ‘SUJALAM’, a ‘100 days campaign’ as part of the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’.
- About the campaign:
- The objective is to create more and more ODF Plus villages by undertaking waste water management at village level.
- This is done particularly through creation of 1 million Soak-pits and also other Grey water management activities.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/sujalam-campaign/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Ministry of Jal Shakti has begun (From 25th August) ‘SUJALAM’, a ‘100 days campaign’ as part of the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’.
- About the campaign:
- The objective is to create more and more ODF Plus villages by undertaking waste water management at village level.
- This is done particularly through creation of 1 million Soak-pits and also other Grey water management activities.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/sujalam-campaign/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statements is/are true about Aranmula Boat Race?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- It is the oldest river boat festival in Kerala, held during Onam.
- It takes place at Aranmula (situated on the banks of the river Pampa), near a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna and Arjuna.
- Palliyodams (snakeboats) are used in race.
- Only men of the village are allowed to be in the boat.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-26-august-2021/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- It is the oldest river boat festival in Kerala, held during Onam.
- It takes place at Aranmula (situated on the banks of the river Pampa), near a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna and Arjuna.
- Palliyodams (snakeboats) are used in race.
- Only men of the village are allowed to be in the boat.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-26-august-2021/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsRecently, which of the following has launched the global ‘Be Internet Awesome’ program for kids in India?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Google has launched the global ‘Be Internet Awesome’ program for kids in India, wherein it will partner with Indian comic book publisher Amar Chitra Katha to offer Internet safety lessons through popular comic book characters across eight Indian languages.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-26-august-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Google has launched the global ‘Be Internet Awesome’ program for kids in India, wherein it will partner with Indian comic book publisher Amar Chitra Katha to offer Internet safety lessons through popular comic book characters across eight Indian languages.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/26/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-26-august-2021/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following pairs:
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- Siruvani hills : Kerala
- Vangai Range: Odisha
- Saramati Peak: Nagaland
Which of the above given pairs is/are correctly matched?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Saramati Peak: Nagaland
- Siruvani hills (Tamil Nadu) identified as butterfly super-hotspot link
- Vangai Range is a Block situated in Churachandpur district in Manipur.
Refer: famous hills/mountain ranges in India
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Saramati Peak: Nagaland
- Siruvani hills (Tamil Nadu) identified as butterfly super-hotspot link
- Vangai Range is a Block situated in Churachandpur district in Manipur.
Refer: famous hills/mountain ranges in India
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following protected site/sites is/are associated with crocodile breeding project programme in India?
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- National Chambal Sanctuary
- Katerniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary
- Satkosia Gorge Wildlife Sanctuary
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Project Crocodile was started in 1975 with the aid of the United Nations Development Programme and fao. Stretches of the Mahanadi, Ganga, Girwa and other rivers inhabited by gharials were declared protected areas.
- The project included an intensive captive breeding and rearing programme to create a large crocodile population that would be ultimately translocated to these protected areas.
- Sixteen crocodile rehabilitation centres and five crocodile sanctuaries — National Chambal Sanctuary (ncs), Katerniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary (kws), Satkosia Gorge Wildlife Sanctuary, Son Gharial Sanctuary and Ken Gharial Sanctuary — were established between 1975 and 1982.
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Project Crocodile was started in 1975 with the aid of the United Nations Development Programme and fao. Stretches of the Mahanadi, Ganga, Girwa and other rivers inhabited by gharials were declared protected areas.
- The project included an intensive captive breeding and rearing programme to create a large crocodile population that would be ultimately translocated to these protected areas.
- Sixteen crocodile rehabilitation centres and five crocodile sanctuaries — National Chambal Sanctuary (ncs), Katerniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary (kws), Satkosia Gorge Wildlife Sanctuary, Son Gharial Sanctuary and Ken Gharial Sanctuary — were established between 1975 and 1982.
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following pairs:
Dam River
- Sardar Sarovar Dam Narmada river
- Bhakra dam Sutlej river
- Hirakud dam Mahanadi river
- Jayakwadi dam Krishna river
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Jayakwadi dam is an earthen dam located on Godavari river at the site of Jayakwadi village in Paithan taluka of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India.
Refer: major dams in India
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Jayakwadi dam is an earthen dam located on Godavari river at the site of Jayakwadi village in Paithan taluka of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India.
Refer: major dams in India
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