INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2020
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsWhich Article of the Constitution of India safeguards one’s right to marry the person of one’s choice?
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The right to marry a person of one’s choice is integral to Article 21 (right to life and liberty) of the Constitution”.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/why-is-haryana-bringing-an-anti-conversion-law/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The right to marry a person of one’s choice is integral to Article 21 (right to life and liberty) of the Constitution”.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/why-is-haryana-bringing-an-anti-conversion-law/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about ISRO’s Earth Observation Satellite -04:
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- It is a radar imaging satellite capable of providing high-quality images under all weather conditions.
- The satellite has a mission life of 100 years.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- EOS-04 is a radar imaging satellitecapable of providing high-quality images under all weather conditions.
- It can be used to capture images for agriculture, forestry, flood mapping, soil moisture and hydrology.
- The satellite has a mission life of 10 years.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/eos-04-launch-isros-first-of-2022/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- EOS-04 is a radar imaging satellitecapable of providing high-quality images under all weather conditions.
- It can be used to capture images for agriculture, forestry, flood mapping, soil moisture and hydrology.
- The satellite has a mission life of 10 years.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/eos-04-launch-isros-first-of-2022/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWith reference to difference between PSLV and GSLV, consider the following statements:
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- GSLV was developed to launch low-Earth Orbit satellites into polar and sun synchronous orbits.
- PSLV was developed to launch the heavier INSAT class of geosynchronous satellites into orbit.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation: here the directive word is not correct!!
- India has two operational launchers- Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV).
- PSLV was developed to launch low-Earth Orbit satellites into polar and sun synchronous orbits. It has since proved its versatility by launching geosynchronous, lunar and interplanetary spacecraft successfully.
- On the other hand, GSLV was developed to launch the heavier INSAT class of geosynchronous satellites into orbit. In its third and final stage, GSLV uses the indigenously developed cryogenic upper stage.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/eos-04-launch-isros-first-of-2022/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation: here the directive word is not correct!!
- India has two operational launchers- Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV).
- PSLV was developed to launch low-Earth Orbit satellites into polar and sun synchronous orbits. It has since proved its versatility by launching geosynchronous, lunar and interplanetary spacecraft successfully.
- On the other hand, GSLV was developed to launch the heavier INSAT class of geosynchronous satellites into orbit. In its third and final stage, GSLV uses the indigenously developed cryogenic upper stage.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/eos-04-launch-isros-first-of-2022/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsThe outermost part of the Sun’s atmosphere is called the
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Corona– The corona is the outermost layer of the Sun, starting at about 1300 miles (2100 km) above the solar surface (the photosphere). The temperature in the corona is 500,000 K (900,000 degrees F, 500,000 degrees C) or more, up to a few million K. The corona cannot be seen with the naked eye except during a total solar eclipse, or with the use of a coronagraph. The corona does not have an upper limit. Credit: National Solar Observatory
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/helioswarm-and-muse/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Corona– The corona is the outermost layer of the Sun, starting at about 1300 miles (2100 km) above the solar surface (the photosphere). The temperature in the corona is 500,000 K (900,000 degrees F, 500,000 degrees C) or more, up to a few million K. The corona cannot be seen with the naked eye except during a total solar eclipse, or with the use of a coronagraph. The corona does not have an upper limit. Credit: National Solar Observatory
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/helioswarm-and-muse/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsThe word ModifiedElephant is sometimes mentioned in media in reference to:
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- It was recently found by an American Agency that ModifiedElephant, a hacking group, had allegedly planted incriminating evidence on the personal devices of Indian journalists, human rights activists, human rights defenders, academics and lawyers.
- What is ModifiedElephant? What’s the issue?
- ModifiedElephant operators have been infecting their targets using spearphishing emails with malicious file attachments.
- Spearphishing refers to the practice of sending emails to targets that look like they are coming from a trusted source to either reveal important information or install different kinds of malware on their computer systems.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/modifiedelephant-a-hacking-group/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- It was recently found by an American Agency that ModifiedElephant, a hacking group, had allegedly planted incriminating evidence on the personal devices of Indian journalists, human rights activists, human rights defenders, academics and lawyers.
- What is ModifiedElephant? What’s the issue?
- ModifiedElephant operators have been infecting their targets using spearphishing emails with malicious file attachments.
- Spearphishing refers to the practice of sending emails to targets that look like they are coming from a trusted source to either reveal important information or install different kinds of malware on their computer systems.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/modifiedelephant-a-hacking-group/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Global Environment Facility:
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- It was established during the Rio Earth Summit of 1992.
- It is based in New York, United States.
- It is jointly managed by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- GEF was established during the Rio Earth Summit of 1992.
- It is based in Washington, D.C., United States.
- The GEF is jointly managed by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the World Bank, and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
- 183 nations are united under GEF in partnership with civil society organizations (CSOs), international institutions, private sector, etc. to address the environmental issues across the globe.
- It provides funds to the developing countries and transition economies for projects related to climate change, biodiversity, the ozone layer, etc.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-15-february-2022/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- GEF was established during the Rio Earth Summit of 1992.
- It is based in Washington, D.C., United States.
- The GEF is jointly managed by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the World Bank, and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
- 183 nations are united under GEF in partnership with civil society organizations (CSOs), international institutions, private sector, etc. to address the environmental issues across the globe.
- It provides funds to the developing countries and transition economies for projects related to climate change, biodiversity, the ozone layer, etc.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-15-february-2022/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsGlobal Environment Facility serves as a financial mechanism for which of the following conventions?
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- United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)
- Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
- Minamata Convention on Mercury
Select the corrcet answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation: GEF also serves as a financial mechanism for the following conventions:- United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (UNCBD)
- United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
- United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)
- Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
- Minamata Convention on Mercury
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-15-february-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation: GEF also serves as a financial mechanism for the following conventions:- United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (UNCBD)
- United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
- United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)
- Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
- Minamata Convention on Mercury
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-15-february-2022/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about One Ocean Summit:
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- It was recently organised by Indian Ocean Commission.
- It aims to raise the collective level of ambition of the international community on marine issues.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- One Ocean Summit was recently organised by France in Brest, France in cooperation with the United Nations and the World Bank.
- India also participated in the event.
- The goal of the One Ocean Summit is to raise the collective level of ambition of the international community on marine issues.
- United Nations has designated the decade between 2021 and 2030 as the ‘Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development’, in a bid to restore declining marine life and raise awareness.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-15-february-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- One Ocean Summit was recently organised by France in Brest, France in cooperation with the United Nations and the World Bank.
- India also participated in the event.
- The goal of the One Ocean Summit is to raise the collective level of ambition of the international community on marine issues.
- United Nations has designated the decade between 2021 and 2030 as the ‘Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development’, in a bid to restore declining marine life and raise awareness.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/15/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-15-february-2022/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about the Panthera uncia:
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- It is a common herb of the Himalayas.
- It was declared ‘endangered’ by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation: Snow leopard:
- Scientific name: Panthera uncia.
- Habitat: Snow leopards live in the mountains of Central Asia.
- Numbers: There are only between 3,920 and 6,390 snow leopards left in the wild.
- Range extends through twelve countries: Afghanistan, Bhutan, China, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
Refer: Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/25/international-snow-leopard-day-october-23/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation: Snow leopard:
- Scientific name: Panthera uncia.
- Habitat: Snow leopards live in the mountains of Central Asia.
- Numbers: There are only between 3,920 and 6,390 snow leopards left in the wild.
- Range extends through twelve countries: Afghanistan, Bhutan, China, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
Refer: Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/25/international-snow-leopard-day-october-23/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsWith reference to chemical fertilizers in India, consider the following statements:
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- At present, the retail price of chemical fertilizers is market-driven and not administered by the Government.
- Ammonia, which is an input of urea, is produced from natural gas.
- Sulphur, which is a raw material for phosphoric acid fertilizer, is a by-product of all oil refineries.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The Union Government subsidies the urea manufacturing units for the cost of transportation to facilitate the availability of urea at the same maximum retail price all over the country. Also, the Government is subsidising fertilizers for their availability at reasonable prices for agricultural purposes. See https://fert.nic.in/faq
- S2: Common knowledge.
- S3: Sulphur is a by-product of processing natural gas and refining high-sulphur crude oils. Even if they use low sulphur crude oil, there is still sulphur emission, so S3 is correct.
- The primary sources of sulfuric acid emissions are combustion of coal, and the industries that manufacture or use it in production, including metal smelters, phosphate fertilizer producers, oil refineries, the chemical industry, battery manufacturers, manufacturers of fabricated metal products, manufacturers of electronic components, and manufacturers of measuring and controlling devices. See https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/chemistry/phosphate-fertilizer and
- https://ibm.gov.in/writereaddata/files/12152016105127IMYB2015_Sulphur_15122016_Adv.pdf
Refer: UPSC CSE 2020
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The Union Government subsidies the urea manufacturing units for the cost of transportation to facilitate the availability of urea at the same maximum retail price all over the country. Also, the Government is subsidising fertilizers for their availability at reasonable prices for agricultural purposes. See https://fert.nic.in/faq
- S2: Common knowledge.
- S3: Sulphur is a by-product of processing natural gas and refining high-sulphur crude oils. Even if they use low sulphur crude oil, there is still sulphur emission, so S3 is correct.
- The primary sources of sulfuric acid emissions are combustion of coal, and the industries that manufacture or use it in production, including metal smelters, phosphate fertilizer producers, oil refineries, the chemical industry, battery manufacturers, manufacturers of fabricated metal products, manufacturers of electronic components, and manufacturers of measuring and controlling devices. See https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/chemistry/phosphate-fertilizer and
- https://ibm.gov.in/writereaddata/files/12152016105127IMYB2015_Sulphur_15122016_Adv.pdf
Refer: UPSC CSE 2020
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