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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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsWith reference to India’s Chandrayaan-2 Mission, which of the following statement (s) is/are correct?
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- It is India’s first interplanetary mission.
- It comprised an Orbiter, Lander and Rover to explore the unexplored North Pole of the Moon.
- The spacecraft was launched on its mission to the Moon by the ISRO’s GSLV Mark III-M1 launch vehicle.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) or Mangalyaan was India’s first interplanetary mission.
- S2: Chandrayaan-2 Mission comprised an Orbiter, Lander and Rover to explore the unexplored South Pole of the Moon.
- S3: The spacecraft was launched on its mission to the Moon from the second launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh on 22 July 2019 at 09:13:12 UTC by a GSLV Mark III-M1.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/11/findings-of-chandrayaan-2/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) or Mangalyaan was India’s first interplanetary mission.
- S2: Chandrayaan-2 Mission comprised an Orbiter, Lander and Rover to explore the unexplored South Pole of the Moon.
- S3: The spacecraft was launched on its mission to the Moon from the second launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh on 22 July 2019 at 09:13:12 UTC by a GSLV Mark III-M1.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/11/findings-of-chandrayaan-2/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsBibek Debroy committee report is related to which of the following?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The Railway Board had constituted a Committee for mobilization of resources for major railway projects and restructuring of Railway Ministry and Railway Board under the Chair of Mr. Bibek Debroy. The committee submitted its report in June 2015.
- Recommendations of Bibek Debroy Committee: https://pib.gov.in/newsite/PrintRelease.aspx?relid=200094
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/11/privatisation-of-railways-2/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The Railway Board had constituted a Committee for mobilization of resources for major railway projects and restructuring of Railway Ministry and Railway Board under the Chair of Mr. Bibek Debroy. The committee submitted its report in June 2015.
- Recommendations of Bibek Debroy Committee: https://pib.gov.in/newsite/PrintRelease.aspx?relid=200094
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/11/privatisation-of-railways-2/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about the UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik) Scheme:
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- It is aimed at enhancing regional connectivity through fiscal support and infrastructure development.
- It is funded jointly by the Central Government and State Governments.
- It is a key component of Centre’s Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- The scheme is aimed at enhancing connectivity to remote and regional areas of the country and making air travel affordable.
- It is a key component of Centre’s National Civil Aviation Policy led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and launched in June 2016.
- Under the scheme, nearly half of the seats in Udan flights are offered at subsidised fares, and the participating carriers are provided a certain amount of viability gap funding (VGF) – an amount shared between the Centre and the concerned states.
- The scheme will be jointly funded by the central government and state governments.
- The scheme will run for 10 years and can be extended thereafter.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/11/udan-scheme-2/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- The scheme is aimed at enhancing connectivity to remote and regional areas of the country and making air travel affordable.
- It is a key component of Centre’s National Civil Aviation Policy led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and launched in June 2016.
- Under the scheme, nearly half of the seats in Udan flights are offered at subsidised fares, and the participating carriers are provided a certain amount of viability gap funding (VGF) – an amount shared between the Centre and the concerned states.
- The scheme will be jointly funded by the central government and state governments.
- The scheme will run for 10 years and can be extended thereafter.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/11/udan-scheme-2/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- The Paris Agreement is a legally binding international treaty on climate change.
- It provides a framework for financial, technical and capacity building support to those countries who need it.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: The Paris Agreement is a legally binding international treaty on climate change. It was adopted by 196 Parties at COP 21 in Paris, on 12 December 2015 and entered into force on 4 November 2016.
- S2: The Paris Agreement provides a framework for financial, technical and capacity building support to those countries who need it.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/11/impact-of-fossil-fuel-extraction-on-global-warming/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: The Paris Agreement is a legally binding international treaty on climate change. It was adopted by 196 Parties at COP 21 in Paris, on 12 December 2015 and entered into force on 4 November 2016.
- S2: The Paris Agreement provides a framework for financial, technical and capacity building support to those countries who need it.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/11/impact-of-fossil-fuel-extraction-on-global-warming/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsWith reference to present status of Cryptocurrencies in India, consider the following statements:
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- Cryptocurrencies are not illegal in India but, they are not regulated.
- In India, the cryptocurrencies are regulated by both RBI (the Reserve bank of India) and SEBI (the Security and Exchange Board of India).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1; Cryptocurrencies are not illegal in India but, they are not regulated. This means that you can buy and sell Bitcoin, even hold it as an investment but, there is no governing body to look after or protect it.
- S2: RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das recently said the central bank continues to have “serious and major” concerns about cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and has conveyed them to the government.
- Why is the RBI against the use of cryptocurrencies?
- Sovereign guarantee: Cryptocurrencies pose risks to consumers. They do not have any sovereign guarantee and hence are not legal tender.
- Market volatility: Their speculative nature also makes them highly volatile. For instance, the value of Bitcoin fell from USD 20,000 in December 2017 to USD 3,800 in November 2018.
- Risk in security: A user loses access to their cryptocurrency if they lose their private key (unlike traditional digital banking accounts, this password cannot be reset).
- Malware threats: In some cases, these private keys are stored by technical service providers (cryptocurrency exchanges or wallets), which are prone to malware or hacking.
- Money laundering.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/11/cryptocurrency-and-related-issues/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1; Cryptocurrencies are not illegal in India but, they are not regulated. This means that you can buy and sell Bitcoin, even hold it as an investment but, there is no governing body to look after or protect it.
- S2: RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das recently said the central bank continues to have “serious and major” concerns about cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and has conveyed them to the government.
- Why is the RBI against the use of cryptocurrencies?
- Sovereign guarantee: Cryptocurrencies pose risks to consumers. They do not have any sovereign guarantee and hence are not legal tender.
- Market volatility: Their speculative nature also makes them highly volatile. For instance, the value of Bitcoin fell from USD 20,000 in December 2017 to USD 3,800 in November 2018.
- Risk in security: A user loses access to their cryptocurrency if they lose their private key (unlike traditional digital banking accounts, this password cannot be reset).
- Malware threats: In some cases, these private keys are stored by technical service providers (cryptocurrency exchanges or wallets), which are prone to malware or hacking.
- Money laundering.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/11/cryptocurrency-and-related-issues/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Thamirabarani River, consider the following statements:
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- The source of the Thamirabarani riverx lies high in the Western Ghats.
- It is the second longest river that flows through Kerala after the Periyar River.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: Thamirabarani (Porunai) is a river that originates in the Western Ghats (from the Agastyarkoodam peak of Pothigai hills) in the State and empties into the sea at the Gulf of Mannar after passing through Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi districts.
- S2: Bharathappuzha is the second longest river that flows through Kerala after the Periyar.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/11/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-11-september-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: Thamirabarani (Porunai) is a river that originates in the Western Ghats (from the Agastyarkoodam peak of Pothigai hills) in the State and empties into the sea at the Gulf of Mannar after passing through Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi districts.
- S2: Bharathappuzha is the second longest river that flows through Kerala after the Periyar.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/09/11/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-11-september-2021/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following rivers:
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- Seonath
- Pravara
- Hasdeo
Which of the river(s) given above is/are tributaries of river Mahanadi?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The Mahanadi is a major river in East Central India.
- Left: Seonath, Mand, Ib, Hasdeo
- Right: Ong, parry, Jonk, Telen
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The Mahanadi is a major river in East Central India.
- Left: Seonath, Mand, Ib, Hasdeo
- Right: Ong, parry, Jonk, Telen
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following pairs:
Species Status on the IUCN Red List
- Gharial Critically Endangered
- Mugger crocodile Least Concern
- Saltwater crocodile Vulnerable
Which of the pairs above is/are correctly matched?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Gharial: Critically Endangered
- Mugger crocodile: Vulnerable
- Saltwater crocodile: Least Concern
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Gharial: Critically Endangered
- Mugger crocodile: Vulnerable
- Saltwater crocodile: Least Concern
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- The River Chenab is the largest tributary of the Indus River.
- The Alaknanda River originates in the glaciers of Mapchachungo.
- The Yamuna River is the western most and the longest tributary of the Ganga River.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S2: The source of Alaknanda River is the confluence of Satopanth Glacier and Bhagirathi Kharak Glacier.
- For S1and S3: refer DRAINAGE SYSTEM https://ncert.nic.in/textbook.php?kegy1=3-7
Refer: important Rivers of India
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S2: The source of Alaknanda River is the confluence of Satopanth Glacier and Bhagirathi Kharak Glacier.
- For S1and S3: refer DRAINAGE SYSTEM https://ncert.nic.in/textbook.php?kegy1=3-7
Refer: important Rivers of India
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following pairs:
River Flows into
- Mekong – Andaman Sea
- Thames – Irish Sea
- Volga – Caspian Sea
- Zambezi – Indian Ocean
Which of the pairs above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: The Mekong drains into the South China Sea through the Mekong Delta in Vietnam.
- S2: Thames flows into the North Sea via the Thames Estuary.
- S3: The Volga River is the longest river in Europe and runs through Russia with its delta flowing into the Caspian Sea just south of the Kazakhstan border.
- S4: Zambezi flows into the Indian Ocean through a vast delta in Mozambique
Refer: UPSC CSE 2020
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: The Mekong drains into the South China Sea through the Mekong Delta in Vietnam.
- S2: Thames flows into the North Sea via the Thames Estuary.
- S3: The Volga River is the longest river in Europe and runs through Russia with its delta flowing into the Caspian Sea just south of the Kazakhstan border.
- S4: Zambezi flows into the Indian Ocean through a vast delta in Mozambique
Refer: UPSC CSE 2020
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