INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2020
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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.
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- Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements with reference to the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act 2016:
- It mandates that all the commercial and residential real estate projects larger than 500 sqm or eight apartments should be registered with National Housing Bank (NHB).
- Under the RERA act, a minimum of 70% of the buyers’ and investors’ money will be kept in a separate account.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The Act mandates that all the commercial and residential real estate projects larger than 500 sq m, or eight apartments should be registered with their State’s Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) before being launched.
- S2: The promoter/developer of a real estate development firm will have to maintain a separate escrow account for each project. A minimum of 70 percent of the total funds collected for a specific project will have to be deposited in that account and used only for the construction or land cost pertaining to the same project.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/real-estate-regulatory-authority-rera-act-of-2016/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The Act mandates that all the commercial and residential real estate projects larger than 500 sq m, or eight apartments should be registered with their State’s Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) before being launched.
- S2: The promoter/developer of a real estate development firm will have to maintain a separate escrow account for each project. A minimum of 70 percent of the total funds collected for a specific project will have to be deposited in that account and used only for the construction or land cost pertaining to the same project.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/real-estate-regulatory-authority-rera-act-of-2016/
- Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsArrange the following strategic areas/ locations in the direction of West to East:
- Shaksgam Valley
- Galwan Valley
- Aksai Chin
Select the correct answer using the code below:
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/the-2003-ceasefire-agreement/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/the-2003-ceasefire-agreement/
- Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsSiachen Glacier is situated to the
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/the-2003-ceasefire-agreement/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/the-2003-ceasefire-agreement/
- Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsWith reference to ‘Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)’, consider the following statements :
- It is an organization of European Union in working relation with NATO and WHO.
- It monitors chemical industry to prevent new weapons from emerging.
- It provides assistance and protection to States (Parties) against chemical weapons threats.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons is the implementing body of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC). It is not under EU.
- S2 and S3: The OPCW Member States share the collective goal of preventing chemistry from ever again being used for warfare, thereby strengthening international security.
- To this end, the Convention contains four key provisions:
- destroying all existing chemical weapons under international verification by the OPCW;
- monitoring chemical industry to prevent new weapons from re-emerging;
- providing assistance and protection to States Parties against chemical threats; and
- fostering international cooperation to strengthen implementation of the Convention and promote the peaceful use of chemistry.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/external-auditor-for-hague-based-opcw-2/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons is the implementing body of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC). It is not under EU.
- S2 and S3: The OPCW Member States share the collective goal of preventing chemistry from ever again being used for warfare, thereby strengthening international security.
- To this end, the Convention contains four key provisions:
- destroying all existing chemical weapons under international verification by the OPCW;
- monitoring chemical industry to prevent new weapons from re-emerging;
- providing assistance and protection to States Parties against chemical threats; and
- fostering international cooperation to strengthen implementation of the Convention and promote the peaceful use of chemistry.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/external-auditor-for-hague-based-opcw-2/
- Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsThe Conference of Disarmament was created with a permanent agenda, also known as the “Decalogue,” it includes which of the following topics?
- Nuclear weapons in all aspects
- Reduction of military budgets
- Conventional weapons
- Reduction of armed forces
Select the correct answer using he code below:
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- The Conference of Disarmament was created with a permanent agenda, also known as the “Decalogue,” which includes the following topics:
- Nuclear weapons in all aspects
- Other weapons of mass destruction
- Conventional weapons
- Reduction of military budgets
- Reduction of armed forces
- Disarmament and development
- Disarmament and international security
- Collateral measures; confidence building measures; effective verification methods in relation to appropriate disarmament measures, acceptable to all parties
- Comprehensive programme of disarmament leading to general and complete disarmament under effective international control
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/external-auditor-for-hague-based-opcw-2/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- The Conference of Disarmament was created with a permanent agenda, also known as the “Decalogue,” which includes the following topics:
- Nuclear weapons in all aspects
- Other weapons of mass destruction
- Conventional weapons
- Reduction of military budgets
- Reduction of armed forces
- Disarmament and development
- Disarmament and international security
- Collateral measures; confidence building measures; effective verification methods in relation to appropriate disarmament measures, acceptable to all parties
- Comprehensive programme of disarmament leading to general and complete disarmament under effective international control
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/external-auditor-for-hague-based-opcw-2/
- Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsThe terms ‘SWAS, SAFAL and STAR’ sometimes mentioned in news recently are related to:
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- CSIR develops Less Polluting Firecrackers named – safe water releaser (SWAS), safe minimal aluminium (SAFAL) and safe thermite cracker (STAR).
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/prohibited-chemicals-in-firecrackers/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- CSIR develops Less Polluting Firecrackers named – safe water releaser (SWAS), safe minimal aluminium (SAFAL) and safe thermite cracker (STAR).
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/prohibited-chemicals-in-firecrackers/
- Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsThe ICMR’s drone response and outreach (i-Drone) was recently launched in
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- ICMR’s drone response and outreach (i-Drone) was recently launched in Manipur.
- The delivery model is aimed at ensuring that life-saving vaccines reach everyone.
- This is for the first time that a ‘Make in India’ drone has been used in South Asia to transport COVID vaccine over an aerial distance of 15 km in 12-15 minutes from the Bishnupur district hospital to Loktak lake, Karang island in Manipur for administration at the primary health centre.
- The actual road distance between these locations is 26 km.
- The delivery model would serve remote areas and hard to reach terrains.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-5-october-2021-2/
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- ICMR’s drone response and outreach (i-Drone) was recently launched in Manipur.
- The delivery model is aimed at ensuring that life-saving vaccines reach everyone.
- This is for the first time that a ‘Make in India’ drone has been used in South Asia to transport COVID vaccine over an aerial distance of 15 km in 12-15 minutes from the Bishnupur district hospital to Loktak lake, Karang island in Manipur for administration at the primary health centre.
- The actual road distance between these locations is 26 km.
- The delivery model would serve remote areas and hard to reach terrains.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/05/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-5-october-2021-2/
- Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the following is associated with the issue of control and phasing out of the use of ozone-depleting substances?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (a protocol to the Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer) is an international treaty designed to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the production of numerous substances that are responsible for ozone depletion.
- Bretton Woods conference relates to IMF and World Bank.
- Kyoto Protocol is about cutting emissions of greenhouse gases.
- Nagoya protocol is about benefit sharing from the gains by genetic resources.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2015
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (a protocol to the Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer) is an international treaty designed to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the production of numerous substances that are responsible for ozone depletion.
- Bretton Woods conference relates to IMF and World Bank.
- Kyoto Protocol is about cutting emissions of greenhouse gases.
- Nagoya protocol is about benefit sharing from the gains by genetic resources.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2015
- Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statements regarding ‘Green Climate Fund’ is/are correct?
- It is intended to assist the developing countries in adaptation and mitigation practices to counter climate change.
- It is founded under the aegis of UNEP, OECD, Asian Development Bank and World Bank
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- The Green Climate Fund (GCF) is a fund within the framework of the UNFCCC founded as a mechanism to redistribute money from the developed to the developing world, in order to assist the developing countries in adaptation and mitigation practices to counter climate change.
- The Green Climate Fund was designated as an operating entity of the financial mechanism of the UNFCCC, in accordance with Article 11 of the Convention. Arrangements will be concluded between the Conference of the Parties (COP) and the Fund to ensure that it is accountable to, and functions under the guidance of, the COP.
- The Fund is governed and supervised by a Board that will have full responsibility for funding decisions and that receives the guidance of the COP.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2015
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- The Green Climate Fund (GCF) is a fund within the framework of the UNFCCC founded as a mechanism to redistribute money from the developed to the developing world, in order to assist the developing countries in adaptation and mitigation practices to counter climate change.
- The Green Climate Fund was designated as an operating entity of the financial mechanism of the UNFCCC, in accordance with Article 11 of the Convention. Arrangements will be concluded between the Conference of the Parties (COP) and the Fund to ensure that it is accountable to, and functions under the guidance of, the COP.
- The Fund is governed and supervised by a Board that will have full responsibility for funding decisions and that receives the guidance of the COP.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2015
- Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsThe area known as ‘Golan Heights’ sometimes appears in the news in the context of the events related to:
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The Golan Heights, a rocky plateau in south-western Syria, has a political and strategic significance which belies its size.
- Israel seized the Golan Heights from Syria in the closing stages of the 1967 Six-Day War.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2015
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The Golan Heights, a rocky plateau in south-western Syria, has a political and strategic significance which belies its size.
- Israel seized the Golan Heights from Syria in the closing stages of the 1967 Six-Day War.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2015
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