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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.
The added advantage of this initiative is it will help you solve at least 20 MCQs daily (5 Static + 5 CA Quiz + 10 RTM) – thereby helping you improve your retention as well as elimination and guessing skills.
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- As per the Constitution of India, one candidate can contest from a maximum of two constituencies.
- The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body under the ownership of Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: As per Section 33(7) of the RPA (Representation of the People Act), 1951, one candidate can contest from a maximum of two constituencies.
- S2: The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body under the ownership of Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India. The body administers elections to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, State Legislative Assemblies in India, and the offices of the President and Vice President in the country.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/election-commission-wants-people-to-run-from-one-seat/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: As per Section 33(7) of the RPA (Representation of the People Act), 1951, one candidate can contest from a maximum of two constituencies.
- S2: The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body under the ownership of Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India. The body administers elections to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, State Legislative Assemblies in India, and the offices of the President and Vice President in the country.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/election-commission-wants-people-to-run-from-one-seat/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Feni is a trans-boundary river between India and Bangladesh.
- The bridge ‘Maitri Setu’ has been built over Feni River.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The bridge ‘Maitri Setu‘ has been built over Feni river which flows between Indian boundary in Tripura State and Bangladesh.
- Feni Riveris a river in southeastern Bangladesh and Tripura state of India. It is a trans-boundary river with an ongoing dispute about water rights.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/india-and-bangladesh-should-work-on-river-management/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The bridge ‘Maitri Setu‘ has been built over Feni river which flows between Indian boundary in Tripura State and Bangladesh.
- Feni Riveris a river in southeastern Bangladesh and Tripura state of India. It is a trans-boundary river with an ongoing dispute about water rights.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/india-and-bangladesh-should-work-on-river-management/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWest Seti Hydropower Project is to be built on the
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Ans: (d)
Explanation: West Seti project:
- The proposed 750-megawatt West Seti Hydropower Project is to be built on the Seti river in far-western Nepal.
- West Seti and Seti river, a joint project, has the capacity to generate 1200 MW of electricity.
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Ans: (d)
Explanation: West Seti project:
- The proposed 750-megawatt West Seti Hydropower Project is to be built on the Seti river in far-western Nepal.
- West Seti and Seti river, a joint project, has the capacity to generate 1200 MW of electricity.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- The Ministerial Conference is the top decision making body of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
- It meets once every four years and can take decisions on all matters under any multilateral trade agreement.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation: Ministerial Conference
- The MC is at the very top decision making body of WTO.
- It meets once every two years and can take decisions on all matters under any multilateral trade agreement.
- Unlike other organisations, such as the International Monetary Fund or World Bank, WTO does not delegate power to a board of directors or an organisational chief. All decisions at the WTO are made collectively and through consensus among member countries at varied councils and committees.
- This year’s conference (13th MC) took place in Geneva, Switzerland.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/major-outcomes-achieved-at-wto/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation: Ministerial Conference
- The MC is at the very top decision making body of WTO.
- It meets once every two years and can take decisions on all matters under any multilateral trade agreement.
- Unlike other organisations, such as the International Monetary Fund or World Bank, WTO does not delegate power to a board of directors or an organisational chief. All decisions at the WTO are made collectively and through consensus among member countries at varied councils and committees.
- This year’s conference (13th MC) took place in Geneva, Switzerland.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/major-outcomes-achieved-at-wto/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsThe Chairmen of public sector banks are selected by the
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Ans: (a)
Explanation: About BBB:
- It was set up in February 2016 as an autonomous body– based on the recommendations of the RBI-appointed Nayak Committee.
- It was part of the Indradhanush Plan.
- It will make recommendations for the appointment of whole-time directors as well as non-executive chairpersons of Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and state-owned financial institutions.
- The Ministry of Finance takes the final decision on the appointments in consultation with the Prime Minister’s Office.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/a-major-revamp-for-bank-board-bureau/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation: About BBB:
- It was set up in February 2016 as an autonomous body– based on the recommendations of the RBI-appointed Nayak Committee.
- It was part of the Indradhanush Plan.
- It will make recommendations for the appointment of whole-time directors as well as non-executive chairpersons of Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and state-owned financial institutions.
- The Ministry of Finance takes the final decision on the appointments in consultation with the Prime Minister’s Office.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/a-major-revamp-for-bank-board-bureau/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- National Monuments Authority (NMA) under the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India has been setup as per provisions of The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains AMASR (Amendment and Validation) Act, 2010.
- It is responsible for archaeological research and the conservation and preservation of cultural historical monuments in the country.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- National Monuments Authority (NMA) under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India has been set up as per provisions of the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains AMASR (Amendment and Validation) Act, 2010 which was enacted in March 2010.
- Several functions have been assigned to the NMA for the protection and preservation of monuments and sites through management of the prohibited and regulated areas around the centrally protected monuments. One amongst these responsibilities of NMA is also to consider grant of permissions to applicants for construction-related activity in the prohibited and regulated area.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-20-june-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- National Monuments Authority (NMA) under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India has been set up as per provisions of the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains AMASR (Amendment and Validation) Act, 2010 which was enacted in March 2010.
- Several functions have been assigned to the NMA for the protection and preservation of monuments and sites through management of the prohibited and regulated areas around the centrally protected monuments. One amongst these responsibilities of NMA is also to consider grant of permissions to applicants for construction-related activity in the prohibited and regulated area.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-20-june-2022/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Kausani of reference to Uttrakhand, which one of the following statements is correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Increasing heat and changing rain cycles had affected this region.
- Mahatma Gandhi arrived here in June 1929from Andhra Pradesh. He called this place the ‘Switzerland of India
- He authored his famous book Anasakti Yogabased on the Srimad Bhagavad Gita here.
- Apart from the Anasakti Ashram where Gandhiji stayed, there is Sumitranandan Pant Gallery, a museum dedicated to the great Hindi poet who was born here. Pant’s poetry is known for its romanticism inspired by nature’s beauty.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-20-june-2022/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Increasing heat and changing rain cycles had affected this region.
- Mahatma Gandhi arrived here in June 1929from Andhra Pradesh. He called this place the ‘Switzerland of India
- He authored his famous book Anasakti Yogabased on the Srimad Bhagavad Gita here.
- Apart from the Anasakti Ashram where Gandhiji stayed, there is Sumitranandan Pant Gallery, a museum dedicated to the great Hindi poet who was born here. Pant’s poetry is known for its romanticism inspired by nature’s beauty.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-20-june-2022/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- In finance, a surety bond involves a promise by one party to assume responsibility for the debt obligation of a borrower if that borrower defaults.
- It is generally provided by the insurance company to allow the harmed party to make a claim on the bond to recover losses.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- In finance, a surety bond or guaranty involves a promise by one party to assume responsibility for the debt obligation of a borrower if that borrower defaults.
- It is generally provided by the insurance companyto allow the harmed party to make a claim on the bond to recover losses.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-20-june-2022/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- In finance, a surety bond or guaranty involves a promise by one party to assume responsibility for the debt obligation of a borrower if that borrower defaults.
- It is generally provided by the insurance companyto allow the harmed party to make a claim on the bond to recover losses.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-20-june-2022/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- A black swan is an unpredictable event that is beyond what is normally expected of a situation and has potentially severe consequences
- Black swan events can cause catastrophic damage to an economy by negatively impacting markets and investments, but the use of robust modeling can prevent a black swan event.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- A black swan is an extremely rare event with severe consequences.
- It cannot be predicted beforehand, though after the fact, many falsely claim it should have been predictable.
- Black swan events can cause catastrophic damage to an economy by negatively impacting markets and investments, but even the use of robust modeling cannot prevent a black swan event.
- Reliance on standard forecasting tools can both fail to predict and potentially increase vulnerability to black swans by propagating risk and offering false security.
- The term was popularized by the book, The Black Swan,by Nassim Nicholas Taleb.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-20-june-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- A black swan is an extremely rare event with severe consequences.
- It cannot be predicted beforehand, though after the fact, many falsely claim it should have been predictable.
- Black swan events can cause catastrophic damage to an economy by negatively impacting markets and investments, but even the use of robust modeling cannot prevent a black swan event.
- Reliance on standard forecasting tools can both fail to predict and potentially increase vulnerability to black swans by propagating risk and offering false security.
- The term was popularized by the book, The Black Swan,by Nassim Nicholas Taleb.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/20/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-20-june-2022/
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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-fertilizerand 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-fertilizerand https://ibm.gov.in/writereaddata/files/12152016105127IMYB2015_Sulphur_15122016_Adv.pdf
Refer: UPSC CSE 2020
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