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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.
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsWith reference to National Statistics Day, consider the following statements:
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- The National Statistics Day is being observed in India since 2007.
- It was observed to honor the Indian-based scientist and statistician Professor P C Mahalanobis.
- The theme of Statistics Day, 2022 is ‘Data for Sustainable Development’.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The National Statistics Day is being observed in India since 2007.
- June 29, is national ‘Statistics Day’, in ‘recognition of the contributions made by Prof. Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis, the ‘Plan Man’ of India.
- The National Statistics Day 2022 was observed under the theme– “Data for Sustainable Development”.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/how-india-taught-the-world-the-art-of-collecting-data/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The National Statistics Day is being observed in India since 2007.
- June 29, is national ‘Statistics Day’, in ‘recognition of the contributions made by Prof. Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis, the ‘Plan Man’ of India.
- The National Statistics Day 2022 was observed under the theme– “Data for Sustainable Development”.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/how-india-taught-the-world-the-art-of-collecting-data/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsRight to Internet in India is a
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Temporary suspension of Telecom Services (public emergency and public safety) Rules 2017 under Indian Telegraph Act, 1885:It governs suspension, shutdown or any disruption in telcom services on the ground of Public emergency but only upto 15 days at once
- Supreme court observations:
- Right to internet is a fundamental right (subject to reasonable restrictions)included in the freedom of expression under Article 19 of the Indian Constitution.
- Restrictions on fundamental rights could not be in exercise of arbitrary powers.These freedoms could only be restricted as a last resort if “relevant factors” have been considered and no other options are there.
- Any order passed to restrict or suspend judicial scrutiny will be subject to judicial scrutiny.
- Suspension of internet services indefinitely is also a violation of telecom rules.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/un-report-on-internet-shutdown/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Temporary suspension of Telecom Services (public emergency and public safety) Rules 2017 under Indian Telegraph Act, 1885:It governs suspension, shutdown or any disruption in telcom services on the ground of Public emergency but only upto 15 days at once
- Supreme court observations:
- Right to internet is a fundamental right (subject to reasonable restrictions)included in the freedom of expression under Article 19 of the Indian Constitution.
- Restrictions on fundamental rights could not be in exercise of arbitrary powers.These freedoms could only be restricted as a last resort if “relevant factors” have been considered and no other options are there.
- Any order passed to restrict or suspend judicial scrutiny will be subject to judicial scrutiny.
- Suspension of internet services indefinitely is also a violation of telecom rules.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/un-report-on-internet-shutdown/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding European Bank for Reconstruction & Development (EBRD)
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- It was established to help build a new, post-World War 2 era in Central and Eastern Europe.
- US is the biggest shareholder of EBRD.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation: European Bank for Reconstruction & Development (EBRD)
- international financial institution
- founded in 1991
- headquarter — London
- uses investment as a tool to build market economies
- established to help build a new, post-Cold War era in Central and Eastern Europe
- Objectives
- furthering progress towards market-oriented economies
- promotion of private and entrepreneurial initiative
- EBRD’s unique mandate
- Uniquely for a development bank, the EBRD has a political mandate in that it assists only those countries ‘committed to and applying the principles of multi-party democracy [and] pluralism
- EBRD serves the interests of all its shareholders – 66 countries from five continents plus the European Union and the European Investment Bank
- US is the biggest shareholder
- Besides Europe, member countries of the EBRD are also from other continents – North America (Canada and US), Africa (Morocco), Asia (Japan, China, South Korea) and Australia.
- The Union Cabinet has approved India’s membership for EBRD and shareholders of EBRD also voted for India‘s full membership.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/carbon-neutral-efforts-by-agri-food-companies/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation: European Bank for Reconstruction & Development (EBRD)
- international financial institution
- founded in 1991
- headquarter — London
- uses investment as a tool to build market economies
- established to help build a new, post-Cold War era in Central and Eastern Europe
- Objectives
- furthering progress towards market-oriented economies
- promotion of private and entrepreneurial initiative
- EBRD’s unique mandate
- Uniquely for a development bank, the EBRD has a political mandate in that it assists only those countries ‘committed to and applying the principles of multi-party democracy [and] pluralism
- EBRD serves the interests of all its shareholders – 66 countries from five continents plus the European Union and the European Investment Bank
- US is the biggest shareholder
- Besides Europe, member countries of the EBRD are also from other continents – North America (Canada and US), Africa (Morocco), Asia (Japan, China, South Korea) and Australia.
- The Union Cabinet has approved India’s membership for EBRD and shareholders of EBRD also voted for India‘s full membership.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/carbon-neutral-efforts-by-agri-food-companies/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- State Cooperative Banks (StCB)/District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCB) are registered under the provisions of State Cooperative Societies Act of the State concerned
- StCBs/DCCBs are regulated by the Reserve Bank.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- StCBs/DCCBs are registered under the provisions of State Cooperative Societies Act of the State concerned and are regulated by the Reserve Bank.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/primary-agricultural-credit-societies-pacs/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- StCBs/DCCBs are registered under the provisions of State Cooperative Societies Act of the State concerned and are regulated by the Reserve Bank.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/primary-agricultural-credit-societies-pacs/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Jamdani is a type of very fine woven muslin fabric.
- The art of Jamdani weaving has been practised in the Deccan region of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation: Weaving Jamdani
- It is a cottonbrocade characterised by floral patterns, jamdani is a light and translucent fabric.
- In 2013, UNESCO added jamdani weaving to the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The fabric also received the Geographical Indications (GI) tag in Bangladesh in 2016.
- Jamdani weaving is believed to have emerged from the Dhaka muslin industry, with both plain and decorative motifs emerging during the reign of Muhammad bin Tughlaq (1324–51),with the arrival of Persian craftsmen to India.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-30-june-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation: Weaving Jamdani
- It is a cottonbrocade characterised by floral patterns, jamdani is a light and translucent fabric.
- In 2013, UNESCO added jamdani weaving to the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The fabric also received the Geographical Indications (GI) tag in Bangladesh in 2016.
- Jamdani weaving is believed to have emerged from the Dhaka muslin industry, with both plain and decorative motifs emerging during the reign of Muhammad bin Tughlaq (1324–51),with the arrival of Persian craftsmen to India.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-30-june-2022/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- GOAL (Going Online As Leaders) is a Joint initiative of Google India with Ministry of Tribal affairs.
- It aims to provide mentorship to tribal youth through digital mode.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Ministry of Tribal Affairslaunched the 2nd Phase of the Going Oline as Leaders Programme (GOAL) programme. It is in partnership with Facebook India
- Aim:
- Identify, mobilise, and connect 2,500renowned leaders from the industry, who can personally mentor 5,000 youth (women) from tribal communities across the country.
- Digitally upskill 10 lakh youth from tribal communities
- Create a platform for Self-Help Group and those associated with TRIFED to take their products global.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-30-june-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Ministry of Tribal Affairslaunched the 2nd Phase of the Going Oline as Leaders Programme (GOAL) programme. It is in partnership with Facebook India
- Aim:
- Identify, mobilise, and connect 2,500renowned leaders from the industry, who can personally mentor 5,000 youth (women) from tribal communities across the country.
- Digitally upskill 10 lakh youth from tribal communities
- Create a platform for Self-Help Group and those associated with TRIFED to take their products global.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-30-june-2022/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsRecently, which one of the following space agency has launchec CAPSTONE mission to the moon?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- NASA launched CAPSTONE, a microwave oven-sized CubeSat weighing just 55 pounds (25 kg). CAPSTONE – Cislunar Autonomous Positioning System Technology Operations and Navigation Experiment, is designed to test a unique, elliptical lunar orbit known as a near-rectilinear halo orbit (NRHO) which is significantly elongated, and is located at a precise balance point in the gravities of Earth and the Moon.This offers stability for long-term missions like Gateway.
- CAPS (Cislunar Autonomous Positioning System) is CAPSTONE’s autonomous navigation software
- If tested successfully, the software will allow future spacecraft to determine their location without having to rely exclusively on Earth-based tracking.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-30-june-2022/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- NASA launched CAPSTONE, a microwave oven-sized CubeSat weighing just 55 pounds (25 kg). CAPSTONE – Cislunar Autonomous Positioning System Technology Operations and Navigation Experiment, is designed to test a unique, elliptical lunar orbit known as a near-rectilinear halo orbit (NRHO) which is significantly elongated, and is located at a precise balance point in the gravities of Earth and the Moon.This offers stability for long-term missions like Gateway.
- CAPS (Cislunar Autonomous Positioning System) is CAPSTONE’s autonomous navigation software
- If tested successfully, the software will allow future spacecraft to determine their location without having to rely exclusively on Earth-based tracking.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-30-june-2022/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC), consider the following statements:
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- It is the largest naval exercise including four Quad countries (including India) and others in the Pacific Rim.
- It is held biennially from June-July and is administered by US Navy’s Indo-Pacific Command.
- It aims to train countries to ensure the safety of sea lanes and security on the world’s oceans.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) is the largest naval exerciseincluding four Quad countries (including India) and others in the pacific rim. It is held biennially from June-July and is administered by US Navy’s Indo-Pacific Command. It aims to train countries to ensure the safety of sea lanes and security on the world’s oceans.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-30-june-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) is the largest naval exerciseincluding four Quad countries (including India) and others in the pacific rim. It is held biennially from June-July and is administered by US Navy’s Indo-Pacific Command. It aims to train countries to ensure the safety of sea lanes and security on the world’s oceans.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/06/30/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-30-june-2022/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the following statements is not correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Hepatitis B has a vaccine that is recommended for all infants at birth and for children up to 18 years. It is also recommended that adults in high-risk groups be vaccinated.
- See https://www.hepb.org/prevention-and-diagnosis/vaccination/
Refer: UPSC CSE 2019
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Hepatitis B has a vaccine that is recommended for all infants at birth and for children up to 18 years. It is also recommended that adults in high-risk groups be vaccinated.
- See https://www.hepb.org/prevention-and-diagnosis/vaccination/
Refer: UPSC CSE 2019
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsThe Global Competitiveness Report is published by the
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The Global Competitiveness Report (GCR) is a yearly report published by the World Economic Forum. Since 2004, the Global Competitiveness Report ranks countries based on the Global Competitiveness Index, developed by Xavier Sala-i-Martin and Elsa V. Artadi.
- See https://www.weforum.org/reports/the-global-competitiveness-report-2017-2018
Refer: UPSC CSE 2019
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The Global Competitiveness Report (GCR) is a yearly report published by the World Economic Forum. Since 2004, the Global Competitiveness Report ranks countries based on the Global Competitiveness Index, developed by Xavier Sala-i-Martin and Elsa V. Artadi.
- See https://www.weforum.org/reports/the-global-competitiveness-report-2017-2018
Refer: UPSC CSE 2019
