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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsThe Global Hunger Index is a peer-reviewed annual report, published by
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The Global Hunger Index is a peer-reviewed annual report, jointly published by Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe, designed to comprehensively measure and track hunger at the global, regional, and country levels. The aim of the GHI is to trigger action to reduce hunger around the world.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/world-facing-a-worst-global-hunger-crisis/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The Global Hunger Index is a peer-reviewed annual report, jointly published by Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe, designed to comprehensively measure and track hunger at the global, regional, and country levels. The aim of the GHI is to trigger action to reduce hunger around the world.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/world-facing-a-worst-global-hunger-crisis/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR):
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- It is a statutory body established in 2007.
- It works under the administrative control of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
- One of the Core Mandates of the Commission is to inquire into complaints of violations of child rights.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) is a statutory body established in 2007 under an act of Parliament, the Commissions for Protection of Child Rights (CPCR) Act, 2005.
- One of the Core Mandates of the Commission is to inquire into complaints of violations of child rights. The commission is also required to take suo moto cognisance of serious cases of violation of child rights and to examine factors that inhibit the enjoyment of rights of children.
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) is a statutory body established in 2007 under an act of Parliament, the Commissions for Protection of Child Rights (CPCR) Act, 2005.
- One of the Core Mandates of the Commission is to inquire into complaints of violations of child rights. The commission is also required to take suo moto cognisance of serious cases of violation of child rights and to examine factors that inhibit the enjoyment of rights of children.
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 points‘Aichi Targets’ are primarily concerned with
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Aichi Biodiversity Targets are twenty actions adopted under ‘Strategic Plan for Biodiversity 2011-2020’, which is a ten year framework for action by all countries and stakeholders to save biodiversity and enhance its benefits for people.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/biodiversity-loss-to-raise-indias-bankruptcy-risk-by-29/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Aichi Biodiversity Targets are twenty actions adopted under ‘Strategic Plan for Biodiversity 2011-2020’, which is a ten year framework for action by all countries and stakeholders to save biodiversity and enhance its benefits for people.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/biodiversity-loss-to-raise-indias-bankruptcy-risk-by-29/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsThe Ambubachi Mela, recently seen in news, was held at:
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Ambubachi Mela is an annual Hindu mela held at Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Assam. This yearly Mela is celebrated during the monsoon season that happens to fall during the Assamese month Ahaar, around the middle of June when the sun transit to the zodiac of Mithuna, when the Brahmaputra river is in spate.
- The festival marks the annual menstruation of the presiding Goddess.
- The temple (on the Nilachal Hills) houses the yoni (female genital)symbolised by a rock.
- Kamakhya is one of 51 shakti peethasor holy sites for the followers of the Shakti cult
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-june-2022/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Ambubachi Mela is an annual Hindu mela held at Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Assam. This yearly Mela is celebrated during the monsoon season that happens to fall during the Assamese month Ahaar, around the middle of June when the sun transit to the zodiac of Mithuna, when the Brahmaputra river is in spate.
- The festival marks the annual menstruation of the presiding Goddess.
- The temple (on the Nilachal Hills) houses the yoni (female genital)symbolised by a rock.
- Kamakhya is one of 51 shakti peethasor holy sites for the followers of the Shakti cult
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-june-2022/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- ‘Sao Joao’ festival is the feast of St John the Baptist.
- It is celebrated to commemorate the day in the name of St John De Baptista who was believed to have baptised Jesus Christ.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- ‘Sao Joao’ festival is the feast of St John the Baptist. Traditionally, people jump into the well but since the wells are fast disappearing, people prefer to celebrate it in swimming pools.
- It is celebrated to commemorate the day in the name of St John De Baptista who was believed to have baptised Jesus Christ.
- Sao Joao, like any other Goan festival, has that captivating spirit of merriment, colour and tradition. People dressed in colourful outfits from several villages meet and celebrate the day like a carnival.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-june-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- ‘Sao Joao’ festival is the feast of St John the Baptist. Traditionally, people jump into the well but since the wells are fast disappearing, people prefer to celebrate it in swimming pools.
- It is celebrated to commemorate the day in the name of St John De Baptista who was believed to have baptised Jesus Christ.
- Sao Joao, like any other Goan festival, has that captivating spirit of merriment, colour and tradition. People dressed in colourful outfits from several villages meet and celebrate the day like a carnival.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-june-2022/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 points‘Thiomargarita magnifica’ was in news recently, is the
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-june-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-june-2022/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsWith reference to ‘All-India Household Consumer Expenditure Survey’, consider the following statements:
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- It is conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO) for every three years.
- It is designed to collect information on the consumer spending patterns of households across the country, both urban and rural.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The All-India Household Consumer Expenditure Survey, usually conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO) every five years, is set to resume this year after a prolonged break.
- It is designed to collect information on the consumer spending patterns of households across the country, both urban and rural.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-june-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The All-India Household Consumer Expenditure Survey, usually conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO) every five years, is set to resume this year after a prolonged break.
- It is designed to collect information on the consumer spending patterns of households across the country, both urban and rural.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-june-2022/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsGlobal Liveability Index is released by
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- According to Global Liveability Indexreleased by The Economist annually, the cities in India have fared poorly in the list of the world’s most liveable cities.
- New Delhihas been ranked 112th, while Mumbai is ranked at 117th position.
- Austrian capitalVienna has once again topped the list of most liveable cities in the world in the list of 140 cities.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-june-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- According to Global Liveability Indexreleased by The Economist annually, the cities in India have fared poorly in the list of the world’s most liveable cities.
- New Delhihas been ranked 112th, while Mumbai is ranked at 117th position.
- Austrian capitalVienna has once again topped the list of most liveable cities in the world in the list of 140 cities.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-june-2022/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- GSAT-24 satellite was launched by PSLV-C6 space launch vehicle.
- It is a 24-Ku band communication satellite.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- GSAT-24 satellite was launched on Ariane 5 space launch vehicle, by French company Arianespace.
- GSAT-24 is a 24-Ku band communication satellite. It weighs 4180 kg. The satellite will provide coverage to pan-India, to meet DTH application needs.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-june-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- GSAT-24 satellite was launched on Ariane 5 space launch vehicle, by French company Arianespace.
- GSAT-24 is a 24-Ku band communication satellite. It weighs 4180 kg. The satellite will provide coverage to pan-India, to meet DTH application needs.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/25/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-june-2022/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsGold tranche(Reserve tranche) refers to
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- A reserve tranche is a portion of the required quota of currency each member country must provide to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that can be utilized for its own purposes—without a service fee or economic reform conditions.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2020
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- A reserve tranche is a portion of the required quota of currency each member country must provide to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that can be utilized for its own purposes—without a service fee or economic reform conditions.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2020
