INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2020
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Over-the-top media service, consider the following statements:
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- It is a media service offered directly to viewers via the Internet.
- In India, the new rules require OTT platforms to set up a robust three-tier grievance redressal mechanism.
- The Electronic Media Monitoring Centre (EMMC) under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, monitors the content telecast on OTT platforms.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: An over-the-top (OTT) media service is a media service offered directly to viewers via the Internet. OTT bypasses cable, broadcast, and satellite television platforms, the types of companies that traditionally act as controllers or distributors of such content.
- S2: the MIB recently notified the Information Technology (Guidelines for Intermediaries and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules 2021 (Rules).
- The new rules require OTT platforms to set up a robust three-tier grievance redressal mechanism.
- The first level will comprise regulation by the OTT Platform itself through a grievance officer.
- The second level will be an institutional self-regulatory body formed by publishers of content and their associations. This self-regulatory body will comprise industry experts headed by a retired Supreme Court/ High Court judge /eminent personality in the relevant field.
- At the third level is an inter-department committee constituted by the MIB that will provide oversight and hear appeals for decisions taken at level two or if a complaint is referred to the inter-department committee by MIB.
- S3: Electronic Media Monitoring Centre (EMMC) is a subordinate office under the Indian Ministry of Information and Broadcasting tasked to monitor content of television channels (not OTT) and report on violations of the programme and advertising code.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/cji-flags-communal-content-in-media/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: An over-the-top (OTT) media service is a media service offered directly to viewers via the Internet. OTT bypasses cable, broadcast, and satellite television platforms, the types of companies that traditionally act as controllers or distributors of such content.
- S2: the MIB recently notified the Information Technology (Guidelines for Intermediaries and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules 2021 (Rules).
- The new rules require OTT platforms to set up a robust three-tier grievance redressal mechanism.
- The first level will comprise regulation by the OTT Platform itself through a grievance officer.
- The second level will be an institutional self-regulatory body formed by publishers of content and their associations. This self-regulatory body will comprise industry experts headed by a retired Supreme Court/ High Court judge /eminent personality in the relevant field.
- At the third level is an inter-department committee constituted by the MIB that will provide oversight and hear appeals for decisions taken at level two or if a complaint is referred to the inter-department committee by MIB.
- S3: Electronic Media Monitoring Centre (EMMC) is a subordinate office under the Indian Ministry of Information and Broadcasting tasked to monitor content of television channels (not OTT) and report on violations of the programme and advertising code.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/cji-flags-communal-content-in-media/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha, consider the following statements:
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- The Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha is not subordinate to the speaker of Lok Sabha.
- It is by convention that position of Deputy Speaker is offered to opposition party in India.
- The Deputy Speaker can be removed by the President anytime.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: The Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha is not subordinate to the speaker of Lok Sabha, they are responsible for the Lok Sabha and they are the second highest ranking legislative officer of the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Parliament of India. They act as the presiding officer in case of leave or absence caused by death or illness of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
- S2: It is by convention that position of Deputy Speaker is offered to opposition party in India.
- S3: They can be removed from office by a resolution passed in the Lok Sabha by an effective majority of its members. In effective majority, the majority should be 50% or more than 50% of total strength of the house after removing the vacancies. Since the Deputy Speaker is accountable for the Lok Sabha, the elimination is done by the effective majority in Lok Sabha only.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/long-wait-for-a-deputy-speaker-for-lok-sabha/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: The Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha is not subordinate to the speaker of Lok Sabha, they are responsible for the Lok Sabha and they are the second highest ranking legislative officer of the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Parliament of India. They act as the presiding officer in case of leave or absence caused by death or illness of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
- S2: It is by convention that position of Deputy Speaker is offered to opposition party in India.
- S3: They can be removed from office by a resolution passed in the Lok Sabha by an effective majority of its members. In effective majority, the majority should be 50% or more than 50% of total strength of the house after removing the vacancies. Since the Deputy Speaker is accountable for the Lok Sabha, the elimination is done by the effective majority in Lok Sabha only.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/long-wait-for-a-deputy-speaker-for-lok-sabha/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the international trade of India at present, consider the following statements:
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- India’s merchandise exports are less than its merchandise imports.
- India suffers from an overall trade/current account deficit.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: India’s merchandise exports in August touched $33.14 billion (in the same period merchandise imports touched $47 billion), 45.17% higher than a year ago and 27.5% over the pre-pandemic level of August 2019
- S2: Despite the increase in export, the trade deficit widened to a four-month high driven by a sharp uptick in gold imports.
- Merchandise imports grew during this time. It grew 51.47% year-on-year to $47 billion, which is also 18% higher than August 2019. This was the primary reason for the widened trade deficit despite an increase in export
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/exports-rose-45-in-august/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: India’s merchandise exports in August touched $33.14 billion (in the same period merchandise imports touched $47 billion), 45.17% higher than a year ago and 27.5% over the pre-pandemic level of August 2019
- S2: Despite the increase in export, the trade deficit widened to a four-month high driven by a sharp uptick in gold imports.
- Merchandise imports grew during this time. It grew 51.47% year-on-year to $47 billion, which is also 18% higher than August 2019. This was the primary reason for the widened trade deficit despite an increase in export
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/exports-rose-45-in-august/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider following statements with reference to Pulicat Lake:
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- It lies at the border of the states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
- It is the second largest brackish water lagoon in India, after Sambhar Lake.
- It receives water from River Penneru and Vamsadhara.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: The beautiful Pulicat Lake lies at the border of the states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu on the Barricade Island of Sriharikota.
- S2: Pulicat lake is the second largest brackish water lake in the country; next only to Chilika lake.
- S3: Two rivers which feed the lagoon are the Arani River at the southern tip and the Kalangi River from the northwest, in addition to some smaller streams. The Buckingham Canal, a navigation channel, is part of the lagoon on its western side.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/winged-visitors-arrive-in-pulicat/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: The beautiful Pulicat Lake lies at the border of the states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu on the Barricade Island of Sriharikota.
- S2: Pulicat lake is the second largest brackish water lake in the country; next only to Chilika lake.
- S3: Two rivers which feed the lagoon are the Arani River at the southern tip and the Kalangi River from the northwest, in addition to some smaller streams. The Buckingham Canal, a navigation channel, is part of the lagoon on its western side.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/winged-visitors-arrive-in-pulicat/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following pairs:
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- Nelapattu bird sanctuary: Andhra Pradesh
- Thattekad Bird Sanctuary: Kerala
- Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary: Madhya Pradesh
Which of the given above pairs is/are correctly matched?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary is a bird sanctuary in Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India, near the village of Nelapattu.
- S2: Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary with barely 25 square kilometers, which is the first bird sanctuary of Kerala, is also one of the most popular ones in the country.
- S3: Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Rajasthan. Presently known as Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Bharatpur is one of the famous bird sanctuaries in India. Declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a protected sanctuary, this avifauna sanctuary in Rajasthan houses more than 360 bird species.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/winged-visitors-arrive-in-pulicat/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary is a bird sanctuary in Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India, near the village of Nelapattu.
- S2: Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary with barely 25 square kilometers, which is the first bird sanctuary of Kerala, is also one of the most popular ones in the country.
- S3: Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Rajasthan. Presently known as Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Bharatpur is one of the famous bird sanctuaries in India. Declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a protected sanctuary, this avifauna sanctuary in Rajasthan houses more than 360 bird species.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/winged-visitors-arrive-in-pulicat/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Competition Commission of India:
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- It is a statutory body of the Government of India responsible for enforcing Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002.
- It falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: It is a statutory bodyof the Government of India, responsible for enforcing the Competition Act, 2002 throughout India and to prevent activities that have an adverse effect on competition.
- S2: It falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/apple-faces-antitrust-case-in-india-over-apps-issue/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: It is a statutory bodyof the Government of India, responsible for enforcing the Competition Act, 2002 throughout India and to prevent activities that have an adverse effect on competition.
- S2: It falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/apple-faces-antitrust-case-in-india-over-apps-issue/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsWith reference to agriculture in India, how can the technique of `genome sequencing’, often seen in the news, be used in the immediate future?
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- Genome sequencing can be used to identify genetic markers for disease resistance and drought tolerance in various crop plants.
- This technique helps in reducing the time required to develop new varieties of crop plants.
- It can be used to decipher the host-pathogen relationships in crops.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Genome sequencing is figuring out the order of DNA nucleotides, or bases, in a genome—the order of As, Cs, Gs, and Ts that make up an organism’s DNA.
- S1: Currently available newborn screening (genome) for childhood diseases allows detection of rare disorders that can be prevented or better treated by early detection and intervention.
- S2: Naturally if the gene potential can be identified by screening and sequencing, it will help in better genetic engineering.
- S3: This can be reasoned logically based on the above.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/indias-coronavirus-genome-sequencing-system/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Genome sequencing is figuring out the order of DNA nucleotides, or bases, in a genome—the order of As, Cs, Gs, and Ts that make up an organism’s DNA.
- S1: Currently available newborn screening (genome) for childhood diseases allows detection of rare disorders that can be prevented or better treated by early detection and intervention.
- S2: Naturally if the gene potential can be identified by screening and sequencing, it will help in better genetic engineering.
- S3: This can be reasoned logically based on the above.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/indias-coronavirus-genome-sequencing-system/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about the Genomics for Public Health in India (IndiGen) programme:
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- It is a consortium of 28 National Laboratories to monitor the genomic variations in India.
- It aims to undertake whole genome sequencing of thousands of individuals representing diverse ethnic groups from India.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: CSIR initiated the Program in April 2019.
- S2: It aims to undertake whole genome sequencing of thousands of individuals representing diverse ethnic groups from India.
- The objective is to enable genetic epidemiology and develop public health technologies applications using population genome data.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/indias-coronavirus-genome-sequencing-system/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: CSIR initiated the Program in April 2019.
- S2: It aims to undertake whole genome sequencing of thousands of individuals representing diverse ethnic groups from India.
- The objective is to enable genetic epidemiology and develop public health technologies applications using population genome data.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/indias-coronavirus-genome-sequencing-system/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA):
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- It was formed in 2001 as a United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) partnership for sustainable captive management of freshwater turtles.
- The Behler Turtle Conservation Award was instituted by TSA.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1: The Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA) was formed in 2001 as an International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) partnership for sustainable captive management of freshwater turtles and tortoises, and initially designated a Task Force of the IUCN Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group.
- S2: Behler Turtle Conservation Award established by Anders Rhodin and Rick Hudson in 2006 to honor the legacy of turtle conservationist John Behler (1943-2006). It is considered the “Nobel Prize” of Turtle Conservation.
- The Behler Turtle Conservation award is co-presented by the Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA), IUCN/SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group, Turtle Conservancy, and the Turtle Conservation Fund.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-3-september-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1: The Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA) was formed in 2001 as an International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) partnership for sustainable captive management of freshwater turtles and tortoises, and initially designated a Task Force of the IUCN Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group.
- S2: Behler Turtle Conservation Award established by Anders Rhodin and Rick Hudson in 2006 to honor the legacy of turtle conservationist John Behler (1943-2006). It is considered the “Nobel Prize” of Turtle Conservation.
- The Behler Turtle Conservation award is co-presented by the Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA), IUCN/SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group, Turtle Conservancy, and the Turtle Conservation Fund.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-3-september-2021/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Tortoises spend most of their time on land, while turtles spend majority of their time in water.
- Tortoises are generally vegetarians, while turtles are omnivorous.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Tortoises are mainly vegetarian and live their lives solely on land, while Turtles are omnivorous and spend majority of their time in water.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-3-september-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Tortoises are mainly vegetarian and live their lives solely on land, while Turtles are omnivorous and spend majority of their time in water.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/03/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-3-september-2021/
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