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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the following is/are best describes the ‘Zombie fires’?
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Ans: (d)
Explanation: Types of wildland fires: There are three basic types of forest fires:
- Crown fires burn trees up their entire length to the top. These are the most intense and dangerous wildland fires.
- Surface fires burn only surface litter and duff. These are the easiest fires to put out and cause the least damage to the forest.
- Ground fires (sometimes called underground or subsurface fires) occur in deep accumulations of humus, peat and similar dead vegetation that become dry enough to burn. These fires move very slowly, but can become difficult to fully put out, or suppress. Occasionally, especially during prolonged drought, such fires can smoulder all winter underground and then emerge at the surface again in spring.
- A zombie fire is a fire that continues to burn underground and then reignites on the surface after a period of time.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/07/18/forest-fires-2/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation: Types of wildland fires: There are three basic types of forest fires:
- Crown fires burn trees up their entire length to the top. These are the most intense and dangerous wildland fires.
- Surface fires burn only surface litter and duff. These are the easiest fires to put out and cause the least damage to the forest.
- Ground fires (sometimes called underground or subsurface fires) occur in deep accumulations of humus, peat and similar dead vegetation that become dry enough to burn. These fires move very slowly, but can become difficult to fully put out, or suppress. Occasionally, especially during prolonged drought, such fires can smoulder all winter underground and then emerge at the surface again in spring.
- A zombie fire is a fire that continues to burn underground and then reignites on the surface after a period of time.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/07/18/forest-fires-2/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Constitution of India does not define the word bail but only categories offences as ‘bailable’ and ‘non-bailable’.
- Constitution of India empowers magistrates to grant bail for bailable offences as a matter of right.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The CrPC does not define the word bail but only categories offences under the Indian Penal Code as ‘bailable’ and ‘non-bailable’.
- The CrPC empowers magistrates to grant bail for bailable offences as a matter of right.
- This would involve release on furnishing a bail bond, without or without security.
- In the case of Non-bailable offences, a magistrate would determine if the accused is fit to be released on bail.
- Non-bailable offences are cognisable, which enables the police officer to arrest without a warrant.
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The CrPC does not define the word bail but only categories offences under the Indian Penal Code as ‘bailable’ and ‘non-bailable’.
- The CrPC empowers magistrates to grant bail for bailable offences as a matter of right.
- This would involve release on furnishing a bail bond, without or without security.
- In the case of Non-bailable offences, a magistrate would determine if the accused is fit to be released on bail.
- Non-bailable offences are cognisable, which enables the police officer to arrest without a warrant.
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements
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- Vice-President is a member and chairman of Council of States.
- Vice-President can be removed only through a formal impeachment process similar to that of President.
- Dr S. Radhakrishnan was elected as Vice President continuously for two terms.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Vice-President is not a member, however he/she is the chairman of Council of States. There is no exact procedure mentioned in Indian Constitution for the removal of Vice President.
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Vice-President is not a member, however he/she is the chairman of Council of States. There is no exact procedure mentioned in Indian Constitution for the removal of Vice President.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the Office of Vice President of India.
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- The Vice President takes over the office of the President when there is a vacancy.
- The Vice President is removed from his office by a resolution of both the houses of the parliament by a special majority.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- The Vice President is elected for five years. His election method is similar to that of the President, the only difference is that members of State legislatures are not part of the electoral college.
- The Vice President acts as the President only until a new President is elected. B. D. Jatti acted as President on the death of Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed until a new President was elected.
- The impeachment of Vice President is different from that of the President. In the latter case, both houses must pass the resolution by a special majority.
- But the VP may be removed from his office by a resolution of the Rajya Sabha passed by an effective majority and agreed to by the Lok Sabha with simple majority.
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- The Vice President is elected for five years. His election method is similar to that of the President, the only difference is that members of State legislatures are not part of the electoral college.
- The Vice President acts as the President only until a new President is elected. B. D. Jatti acted as President on the death of Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed until a new President was elected.
- The impeachment of Vice President is different from that of the President. In the latter case, both houses must pass the resolution by a special majority.
- But the VP may be removed from his office by a resolution of the Rajya Sabha passed by an effective majority and agreed to by the Lok Sabha with simple majority.
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsTo be eligible for election as Vice-President, a person should fulfil which of the following conditions?
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- He should not be less than 30 years of age.
- He should be qualified for election as a member of the Rajya Sabha.
- He should not hold any office of profit under the Union government or any state government or any local authority or any other public authority.
Select the correct answer code:
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- To be eligible for election as Vice-President, a person should fulfil the following qualifications:
- He should be a citizen of India.
- He should have completed 35 years of age.
- He should be qualified for election as a member of the Rajya Sabha.
- He should not hold any office of profit under the Union government or any state government or any local authority or any other public authority.
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- To be eligible for election as Vice-President, a person should fulfil the following qualifications:
- He should be a citizen of India.
- He should have completed 35 years of age.
- He should be qualified for election as a member of the Rajya Sabha.
- He should not hold any office of profit under the Union government or any state government or any local authority or any other public authority.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following factors/policies were affecting the price of rice in India in the recent past?
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- Minimum Support Price
- Government’s trading
- Government’s stockpiling
- Consumer subsidies
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- All of the above activities will affect the price of rice in India.
- Context: India has witnessed a shortfall in rice acreage while the overall crop coverage has risen.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/07/18/explained-is-there-a-crisis-in-rice/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- All of the above activities will affect the price of rice in India.
- Context: India has witnessed a shortfall in rice acreage while the overall crop coverage has risen.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/07/18/explained-is-there-a-crisis-in-rice/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsAmong the following, which one is the largest exporter of rice in the world in the last five years?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation: Data about Rice:
- It is India’s largest agricultural crop (accounting for over 40% of the total foodgrain output)
- India is the world’s biggest exporter (around 40% of the world’s export)
- India is 2nd largest rice producer in the world after China.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/07/18/explained-is-there-a-crisis-in-rice/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation: Data about Rice:
- It is India’s largest agricultural crop (accounting for over 40% of the total foodgrain output)
- India is the world’s biggest exporter (around 40% of the world’s export)
- India is 2nd largest rice producer in the world after China.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/07/18/explained-is-there-a-crisis-in-rice/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the following statements best describes the role of B cells and T cells in the human body?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- T cells and B cells are the most critical components of the adaptive immune system. These cells are essential for fighting disease and play an important role in regulating hypersensitivity to harmless or “self” antigens.
- T cells and B cells both recognize specific antigens via a complementary receptor, followed by activation and proliferation to specifically bind to the antigen of the infecting pathogen.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/07/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-july-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- T cells and B cells are the most critical components of the adaptive immune system. These cells are essential for fighting disease and play an important role in regulating hypersensitivity to harmless or “self” antigens.
- T cells and B cells both recognize specific antigens via a complementary receptor, followed by activation and proliferation to specifically bind to the antigen of the infecting pathogen.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/07/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-july-2022/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsRegarding “Jagriti mascot”, consider the following statements:
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- It is a mascot created by the Reserve Bank of India.
- It aims to “empower consumers and generate awareness of their rights”.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- It is a mascot for empowering consumers and generating awareness of their rights. It will spread awareness about consumer rights, the consumer protection act 2019, Hallmarking, the provision of weights and measures act etc.
- Other initiative: “Jago Grahak Jago” campaign, National Consumer Helpline (NCH), Consumer welfare fund
- Launched by the Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA)
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/07/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-july-2022/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- It is a mascot for empowering consumers and generating awareness of their rights. It will spread awareness about consumer rights, the consumer protection act 2019, Hallmarking, the provision of weights and measures act etc.
- Other initiative: “Jago Grahak Jago” campaign, National Consumer Helpline (NCH), Consumer welfare fund
- Launched by the Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA)
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/07/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-july-2022/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the following is the best description of ‘Dunagiri’, that was in the news recently?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Defence Minister recently launched Dunagiri (latest ship of 17A frigate)- Nilgiri Class. This is the fourth and latest ship in this class.
- It has been designed in-house by the Indian Navy’sDirectorate of Naval Design (DND)
- The Shivalik class or Project 17 classis a class of multi-role stealth frigates in service with the Indian Navy. They are the first stealth warships built in India.
- P17A Frigates (Nilgiri Class )are follow-on class of the P17 (Shivalik Class) Frigates with improved stealth features
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/07/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-july-2022/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Defence Minister recently launched Dunagiri (latest ship of 17A frigate)- Nilgiri Class. This is the fourth and latest ship in this class.
- It has been designed in-house by the Indian Navy’sDirectorate of Naval Design (DND)
- The Shivalik class or Project 17 classis a class of multi-role stealth frigates in service with the Indian Navy. They are the first stealth warships built in India.
- P17A Frigates (Nilgiri Class )are follow-on class of the P17 (Shivalik Class) Frigates with improved stealth features
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/07/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-july-2022/
