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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsThe Nanda Lake is located in which of the following states?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Nanda Lake (Goa):The lake in South Goa had already been notified as a wetland. This will be Goa’s 1st Ramsar site.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/ten-more-ramsar-sites-added/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Nanda Lake (Goa):The lake in South Goa had already been notified as a wetland. This will be Goa’s 1st Ramsar site.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/ten-more-ramsar-sites-added/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?
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- Sirpur Wetland: Tamil Nadu
- Vellode Bird Sanctuary: Andhra Pradesh
- Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary: Karnataka
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary (Karnataka): It is a bird sanctuary in the Mandya District of the state of Karnataka in India. It is the largest bird sanctuary in the state on the bank of the Kaveri River. It is designated as an Important Bird area (IBA).
- Sirpur Wetland (Madhya Pradesh): Situated on the Sirpur Lake (created by the Holkars of Indore State in the early 20th century), the wetland is situated in Indore City.
- Vellode Bird Sanctuary (TN): It lies near the temple town of Erode in the State of Tamil Nadu and is considered a paradise for bird lovers.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/ten-more-ramsar-sites-added/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary (Karnataka): It is a bird sanctuary in the Mandya District of the state of Karnataka in India. It is the largest bird sanctuary in the state on the bank of the Kaveri River. It is designated as an Important Bird area (IBA).
- Sirpur Wetland (Madhya Pradesh): Situated on the Sirpur Lake (created by the Holkars of Indore State in the early 20th century), the wetland is situated in Indore City.
- Vellode Bird Sanctuary (TN): It lies near the temple town of Erode in the State of Tamil Nadu and is considered a paradise for bird lovers.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/ten-more-ramsar-sites-added/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve (GOMBR).
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- Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve is the first marine Biosphere in India.
- It extends from Rameswaram to Tuticorin.
- It is internationally recognised under the UNESCO-MAB programme.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve (GOMBR) area is extending from Rameswaram to Tuticorin. It comprises of 21 Islands and this is the first Indian marine national park which is internationally recognised under the UNESCO-MAB programme. The IUCN commission on national parks and WWF identified the reserve as an area of particular concern because of its richest biodiversity and multiple use of the area. The GOMBR is the first marine Biosphere in India.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/ten-more-ramsar-sites-added/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve (GOMBR) area is extending from Rameswaram to Tuticorin. It comprises of 21 Islands and this is the first Indian marine national park which is internationally recognised under the UNESCO-MAB programme. The IUCN commission on national parks and WWF identified the reserve as an area of particular concern because of its richest biodiversity and multiple use of the area. The GOMBR is the first marine Biosphere in India.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/ten-more-ramsar-sites-added/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about the Convention on Wetlands:
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- It is the intergovernmental treaty that provides the framework for the conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources.
- It was adopted in the Iraqi city of Ramsar in 1971.
- The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) provides secretariat services to the Convention on Wetlands.
Which of the given above statements is/are not correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation: here the directive word is not correct!!
- S1: The Convention on Wetlandsis the intergovernmental treaty that provides the framework for the conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources.
- S2: The Convention was adopted in the Iranian city of Ramsar in 1971and came into force in 1975. Since then, almost 90% of UN member states, from all the world’s geographic regions, have acceded to become “Contracting Parties”.
- S3: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)provides administrative services to the Convention on Wetlands. The Convention Secretariat follows IUCN procedures and policies as applicable.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/ten-more-ramsar-sites-added/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation: here the directive word is not correct!!
- S1: The Convention on Wetlandsis the intergovernmental treaty that provides the framework for the conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources.
- S2: The Convention was adopted in the Iranian city of Ramsar in 1971and came into force in 1975. Since then, almost 90% of UN member states, from all the world’s geographic regions, have acceded to become “Contracting Parties”.
- S3: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)provides administrative services to the Convention on Wetlands. The Convention Secretariat follows IUCN procedures and policies as applicable.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/ten-more-ramsar-sites-added/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following is/are the possible consequence/s of heavy sand mining in riverbeds?
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- Decreased salinity in the river
- Pollution of groundwater
- Lowering of the water-table
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The removal of sand from the river bed increases the velocity of the flowing water, with the distorted flow-regime eventually eroding the river banks.
- Sand acts like a sponge, which helps in recharging the water table; its progressive depletion in the river is accompanied by declining water tables in the nearby areas.
- Depletion of sand in the stream bed causes the deepening of rivers and estuaries, and the enlargement of river mouths and coastal inlets. It leads to saline-water intrusion.
- Sand acts as an efficient filter for various pollutants and thus maintains the quality of water in rivers and other aquatic ecosystems.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/illegal-mining-of-minor-minerals/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The removal of sand from the river bed increases the velocity of the flowing water, with the distorted flow-regime eventually eroding the river banks.
- Sand acts like a sponge, which helps in recharging the water table; its progressive depletion in the river is accompanied by declining water tables in the nearby areas.
- Depletion of sand in the stream bed causes the deepening of rivers and estuaries, and the enlargement of river mouths and coastal inlets. It leads to saline-water intrusion.
- Sand acts as an efficient filter for various pollutants and thus maintains the quality of water in rivers and other aquatic ecosystems.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/illegal-mining-of-minor-minerals/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsIndia is a member of which of the following?
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- Asia-Pacific economic corporation.
- Association of South-East Asian Nations.
- East Asia Summit
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- India is a member of East Asia Summit. India is a member of ASEAN+6, not ASEAN.
- India is also not a member of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation(APEC).
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-august-2022/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- India is a member of East Asia Summit. India is a member of ASEAN+6, not ASEAN.
- India is also not a member of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation(APEC).
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-august-2022/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 points- With reference to Bharat Bill Payment System, consider the following statements:
- It is an integrated bill payment system which will offer interoperable bill payment service to customers online as well as through a network of agents on the ground.
- The Bharat Bill Payment System is owned and operated by Indian Banks Association (IBA).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- BBPS: It is an interoperable platform for the standardized bill payment system, conceptualised by RBI and implemented by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
- NPCI: National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is an umbrella organization for all retail payments systems in India. It was set up with the guidance and support of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA). NPCI has ten promoter banks.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-august-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- BBPS: It is an interoperable platform for the standardized bill payment system, conceptualised by RBI and implemented by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
- NPCI: National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is an umbrella organization for all retail payments systems in India. It was set up with the guidance and support of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA). NPCI has ten promoter banks.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-august-2022/
- With reference to Bharat Bill Payment System, consider the following statements:
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- 36% of India’s districts are classified as “overexploited” or “critical” by the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA).
- CGWA was formed under the Environment (Protection) Act.
- India has the largest area under groundwater irrigation in the world.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: About 29% are such, not 26%. Out of the 5723 assessment units assessed jointly by State Ground Water Departments and CGWB in the country, 4078 are safe (71%), 550 are semi critical (10%), 226 are critical (4%) and 839 are over exploited (15%). See https://niti.gov.in/planningcommission.gov.in/docs/reports/genrep/rep_grndwat.pdf
- S2: Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) constituted under Section 3(3) of ‘The Environment (Protection) Act, (1986)’ regulates extraction of ground water through guidelines which are updated regularly.
- S3: At 39 million hectares (67% of its total irrigation), India has the world’s largest groundwater well equipped irrigation system (China with 19 mha is second, USA with 17 mha is third).
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-august-2022/
- Statement 1: It decides the repo rates, CRR, SLR etc. It replaced the earlier system of policy rate veto by the RBI governor.
- Statement 2: It consists of six members (RBI Governor, Deputy Gov RBI, One RBI officer and three members nominated by the government), and they hold office for a period of four years.
- Statement 3: The Governor of the RBI is the ex-officio Chairperson of MPC.
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: About 29% are such, not 26%. Out of the 5723 assessment units assessed jointly by State Ground Water Departments and CGWB in the country, 4078 are safe (71%), 550 are semi critical (10%), 226 are critical (4%) and 839 are over exploited (15%). See https://niti.gov.in/planningcommission.gov.in/docs/reports/genrep/rep_grndwat.pdf
- S2: Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) constituted under Section 3(3) of ‘The Environment (Protection) Act, (1986)’ regulates extraction of ground water through guidelines which are updated regularly.
- S3: At 39 million hectares (67% of its total irrigation), India has the world’s largest groundwater well equipped irrigation system (China with 19 mha is second, USA with 17 mha is third).
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-august-2022/
- Statement 1: It decides the repo rates, CRR, SLR etc. It replaced the earlier system of policy rate veto by the RBI governor.
- Statement 2: It consists of six members (RBI Governor, Deputy Gov RBI, One RBI officer and three members nominated by the government), and they hold office for a period of four years.
- Statement 3: The Governor of the RBI is the ex-officio Chairperson of MPC.
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWith reference to ISRO’s new SSLV launch rocket, consider the following statements:
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- The SSLV is the smallest vehicle at 110-ton mass at ISRO.
- It can carry satellites weighing up to 500 kg to a low earth orbit.
- It will take only 72 hours to integrate.
Which of the statements gicven above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The SSLV is intended to cater to a market for the launch of small satellites into low earth orbits.
- It can carry satellites weighing up to 500 kg to a low earth orbit.
- The SSLV is the smallest vehicle at 110-ton mass at ISRO.
- It will take only 72 hours to integrate. Only six people will be required to do the job.
- The cost will be only around Rs 30 crore.
- It is best suited for launching multiple microsatellites at a time and supports multiple orbital drop-offs.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-august-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The SSLV is intended to cater to a market for the launch of small satellites into low earth orbits.
- It can carry satellites weighing up to 500 kg to a low earth orbit.
- The SSLV is the smallest vehicle at 110-ton mass at ISRO.
- It will take only 72 hours to integrate. Only six people will be required to do the job.
- The cost will be only around Rs 30 crore.
- It is best suited for launching multiple microsatellites at a time and supports multiple orbital drop-offs.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-august-2022/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV).
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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 above statements is/are incorrect?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation: here the directive word is incorrect!!
- Difference between PSLV and GSLV:
- 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: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-august-2022/
- Statement 1 and 3: Sankirtana performers narrate the lives and deeds of Krishna through ritual singing, drumming and dancing of Manipur. So, both 1 and 3 are correct.
- Statement 2: Since drums are also used, statement 2 is incorrect.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2017
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation: here the directive word is incorrect!!
- Difference between PSLV and GSLV:
- 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: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-august-2022/
- Statement 1 and 3: Sankirtana performers narrate the lives and deeds of Krishna through ritual singing, drumming and dancing of Manipur. So, both 1 and 3 are correct.
- Statement 2: Since drums are also used, statement 2 is incorrect.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2017
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