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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.
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsIn India, which of the following review the independent regulators in sectors like telecommunications, insurance, electricity, etc.?
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- Ad Hoc Committees set up by the Parliament
- Parliamentary Department Related Standing Committees
- Finance Commission
- Financial Sector Legislative Reforms Commission
- NITI Aayog
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Finance commission and NITI Aayog are of advisory nature, they do not review the functioning of any regulator. So, 3 and 5 are clearly wrong. FSLRC was setup once to review financial legislations, and not regulators in the country. So, 4 is also wrong.
- The Parliamentary Departmental related standing Committees may do such work, and the ad hoc committees sometimes setup to review the working of regulators specific to their respective departments.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/judicial-interventions-in-indian-economic-decisions/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Finance commission and NITI Aayog are of advisory nature, they do not review the functioning of any regulator. So, 3 and 5 are clearly wrong. FSLRC was setup once to review financial legislations, and not regulators in the country. So, 4 is also wrong.
- The Parliamentary Departmental related standing Committees may do such work, and the ad hoc committees sometimes setup to review the working of regulators specific to their respective departments.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/judicial-interventions-in-indian-economic-decisions/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- The 44th Amendment to the Constitution of India introduced an Article placing the election of the Prime Minister beyond judicial review.
- The Supreme Court of India struck down the 99th Amendment to the Constitution of India as being violative of the independence of judiciary.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The Thirty-ninth Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted on 10 August 1975, placed the election of the President, the Vice President, the Prime Minister and the Speaker of the Lok Sabha beyond the scrutiny of the Indian courts. It was passed during the Emergency of 1975–1977. See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thirty-ninth_Amendment_of_the_Constitution_of_India
- S2: 99th CA would have established the National Judicial Appointments Commission. But, in 2015, the Constitution Bench of Supreme Court by 4:1 Majority upheld the collegium system and struck down the NJAC as unconstitutional. See https://www.constitution.org/cons/india/tamnd44.htm
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/judicial-interventions-in-indian-economic-decisions/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: The Thirty-ninth Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted on 10 August 1975, placed the election of the President, the Vice President, the Prime Minister and the Speaker of the Lok Sabha beyond the scrutiny of the Indian courts. It was passed during the Emergency of 1975–1977. See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thirty-ninth_Amendment_of_the_Constitution_of_India
- S2: 99th CA would have established the National Judicial Appointments Commission. But, in 2015, the Constitution Bench of Supreme Court by 4:1 Majority upheld the collegium system and struck down the NJAC as unconstitutional. See https://www.constitution.org/cons/india/tamnd44.htm
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/judicial-interventions-in-indian-economic-decisions/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the following Rivers forms on the India-Bangladesh border as a branch of the Barak River?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The Kushiyara River is a distributary river in Bangladesh and Assam, India. It forms on the India-Bangladesh border as a branch of the Barak River, when the Barak separates into the Kushiyara and Surma. The waters of the Kushiyara thus originate in the state of Nagaland in India and pick up tributaries from Manipur, Mizoram and Assam.
- India and Bangladesh in talks for major river agreement
- In the upcoming meeting of the Joint River Commission (JRC), India and Bangladesh will try to reach an agreement on the Kushiyara that flows from Assam into Bangladesh as well as on Ganga Water Treaty (signed in 1996 and due to be renewed in 2026).
- Further, countries will intensify collaboration on the rivers like Manu, Muhuri, Khowai, Gomti, Dharla and Dudhkumar.
- Bangladesh and India share 54 rivers and Dhaka has been keen on accessing more data from the Indian side to plan better fisheries and flood control strategies.
- India-Bangladesh Teesta Dispute: The treaty is an agreement to share surface waters at the Farakka Barrage near their mutual border. Bangladesh sought a fair and equitable distribution of Teesta waters from India, on the lines of the Ganga Water Treaty 1996.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/india-bangladesh-pakistan-what-east-can-teach-the-west/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The Kushiyara River is a distributary river in Bangladesh and Assam, India. It forms on the India-Bangladesh border as a branch of the Barak River, when the Barak separates into the Kushiyara and Surma. The waters of the Kushiyara thus originate in the state of Nagaland in India and pick up tributaries from Manipur, Mizoram and Assam.
- India and Bangladesh in talks for major river agreement
- In the upcoming meeting of the Joint River Commission (JRC), India and Bangladesh will try to reach an agreement on the Kushiyara that flows from Assam into Bangladesh as well as on Ganga Water Treaty (signed in 1996 and due to be renewed in 2026).
- Further, countries will intensify collaboration on the rivers like Manu, Muhuri, Khowai, Gomti, Dharla and Dudhkumar.
- Bangladesh and India share 54 rivers and Dhaka has been keen on accessing more data from the Indian side to plan better fisheries and flood control strategies.
- India-Bangladesh Teesta Dispute: The treaty is an agreement to share surface waters at the Farakka Barrage near their mutual border. Bangladesh sought a fair and equitable distribution of Teesta waters from India, on the lines of the Ganga Water Treaty 1996.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/india-bangladesh-pakistan-what-east-can-teach-the-west/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsThe term ‘Domestic Content Requirement’ is sometimes seen in the news with reference to
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Domestic content requirement (DCR) mandates the use of both solar cells and modules manufactured domestically as per specifications and testing requirements fixed by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/indias-solar-power-dream/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Domestic content requirement (DCR) mandates the use of both solar cells and modules manufactured domestically as per specifications and testing requirements fixed by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/indias-solar-power-dream/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsIn which of the following state is ‘Bhitarkanika National Park’ located?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- It is located in the Kendrapara Districtof the State of Odisha. The proposed Bhitarkanika Biosphere Reserve covers erstwhile Kanika and Kujang Zamindari area.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-10-august-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- It is located in the Kendrapara Districtof the State of Odisha. The proposed Bhitarkanika Biosphere Reserve covers erstwhile Kanika and Kujang Zamindari area.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-10-august-2022/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsMangroves, saltwater crocodile, Indian python, wild pigs and rhesus monkeys are found in which of the following national park?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Experts on saltwater crocodiles say the park has reached a saturation point, which could prove to be a big problem if not addressed properly.
- Bhitarkanika National Park, the second-largest mangrove forest in India after the Sundarbans, is known for a successful saltwater crocodile conservation programme
- It was found that crocodiles have killed as many as 50 people since 2012 in and around the park, while 25 crocodiles died during the same time after entering human settlements or getting caught in fishing nets.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-10-august-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Experts on saltwater crocodiles say the park has reached a saturation point, which could prove to be a big problem if not addressed properly.
- Bhitarkanika National Park, the second-largest mangrove forest in India after the Sundarbans, is known for a successful saltwater crocodile conservation programme
- It was found that crocodiles have killed as many as 50 people since 2012 in and around the park, while 25 crocodiles died during the same time after entering human settlements or getting caught in fishing nets.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-10-august-2022/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsKatchal Island is situated in
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- The United States National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) recently highlighted the loss of mangrove cover on Katchal island, a part of India’s Nicobar archipelago.
- More than 90% of mangrove coveron the island was lost due to the Indian Ocean Tsunami.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-10-august-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- The United States National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) recently highlighted the loss of mangrove cover on Katchal island, a part of India’s Nicobar archipelago.
- More than 90% of mangrove coveron the island was lost due to the Indian Ocean Tsunami.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/10/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-10-august-2022/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Some species of turtles are herbivores.
- Some species of fish are herbivores.
- Some species of marine mammals are herbivores.
- Some species of snakes are viviparous.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1:Sea turtles may be carnivorous (meat eating), herbivorous (plant eating), or omnivorous (eating both meat and plants). The jaw structure of many species indicates their diet.
- Some species change eating habits as they age. For example, green sea turtles are mainly carnivorous from hatching until juvenile size; then progressively shift to an herbivorous diet. See https://seaworld.org/animals/all-about/sea-turtles/diet/
- S2:Herbivorous fishes are fishes that eat plant material. Surgeonfish and parrotfish are two familiar MAR examples, often seen browsing and scraping on reef algae. See http://www.healthyreefs.org/cms/healthy-reef-indicators/herbivorous-fish-abundance/
- S3:Marine herbivores are found within four groups of species in the animal kingdom — invertebrates, fish, reptiles and mammals — and include zooplankton, mollusks, the green sea turtle, the marine iguana and some fish species. Manatees and dugongs are the only herbivores among marine mammals. See https://animals.mom.me/marine-animals-herbivores-11740.html
- S4:Snakes are reptiles, and most species of snakes will follow the general rules of reptilian reproduction — the mother will lay a clutch of eggs that will hatch into baby snakes. Such snakes are referred to as oviparous. A few exceptional species of snakes diverge from this general rule. They are referred to as viviparous, and they give birth to live young. Both oviparous and viviparous snakes have uteri, or wombs; however, only viviparous snakes form placental attachments between their uteri and the developing fetuses. See https://animals.mom.me/snakes-wombs-10778.html
Refer: UPSC CSE 2019
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1:Sea turtles may be carnivorous (meat eating), herbivorous (plant eating), or omnivorous (eating both meat and plants). The jaw structure of many species indicates their diet.
- Some species change eating habits as they age. For example, green sea turtles are mainly carnivorous from hatching until juvenile size; then progressively shift to an herbivorous diet. See https://seaworld.org/animals/all-about/sea-turtles/diet/
- S2:Herbivorous fishes are fishes that eat plant material. Surgeonfish and parrotfish are two familiar MAR examples, often seen browsing and scraping on reef algae. See http://www.healthyreefs.org/cms/healthy-reef-indicators/herbivorous-fish-abundance/
- S3:Marine herbivores are found within four groups of species in the animal kingdom — invertebrates, fish, reptiles and mammals — and include zooplankton, mollusks, the green sea turtle, the marine iguana and some fish species. Manatees and dugongs are the only herbivores among marine mammals. See https://animals.mom.me/marine-animals-herbivores-11740.html
- S4:Snakes are reptiles, and most species of snakes will follow the general rules of reptilian reproduction — the mother will lay a clutch of eggs that will hatch into baby snakes. Such snakes are referred to as oviparous. A few exceptional species of snakes diverge from this general rule. They are referred to as viviparous, and they give birth to live young. Both oviparous and viviparous snakes have uteri, or wombs; however, only viviparous snakes form placental attachments between their uteri and the developing fetuses. See https://animals.mom.me/snakes-wombs-10778.html
Refer: UPSC CSE 2019
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- In the revenue administration of Delhi Sultanate, the in-charge of revenue collection was known as ‘Amil’.
- The Iqta system of Sultans of Delhi was an ancient indigenous institution.
- The office of ‘Mir Bakshi’ came into existence during the reign of Khalji Sultans of Delhi.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1:The provinces were divided into shiqs or district under a shiqdar. Each shiq comprised of a few parganas or kasba. Government officials of a pargana, after shiqdar were amil, who collected revenues. The mushrif kept accounts at the pargana level and the khazandar was incharge of the treasury.
- S2: Empire was divided into provinces known as Iqtas headed by Hakim/faujdar/Momin, which were divided into Sarkars (districts) manned by 2 officials, Shiqdar-i-Shiqdaran (for law and order) and Munsif-i-Munsifan (for revenue collection). The jagir of the Mughal period was similar to the iqta of the Delhi Sultanate. Iqta was not indigenous. See http://www.historydiscussion.net/history-of-india/administration-system-in-the-different-periods-of-indian-history/678
- S3: Mir Bakshi headed military department, nobility, information and intelligence agencies during Akbar’s reign. See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akbar
Refer: UPSC CSE 2019
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1:The provinces were divided into shiqs or district under a shiqdar. Each shiq comprised of a few parganas or kasba. Government officials of a pargana, after shiqdar were amil, who collected revenues. The mushrif kept accounts at the pargana level and the khazandar was incharge of the treasury.
- S2: Empire was divided into provinces known as Iqtas headed by Hakim/faujdar/Momin, which were divided into Sarkars (districts) manned by 2 officials, Shiqdar-i-Shiqdaran (for law and order) and Munsif-i-Munsifan (for revenue collection). The jagir of the Mughal period was similar to the iqta of the Delhi Sultanate. Iqta was not indigenous. See http://www.historydiscussion.net/history-of-india/administration-system-in-the-different-periods-of-indian-history/678
- S3: Mir Bakshi headed military department, nobility, information and intelligence agencies during Akbar’s reign. See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akbar
Refer: UPSC CSE 2019
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Saint Nimbarka was a contemporary of Akbar.
- Saint Kabir was greatly influenced by Shaikh Ahmad Sirhindi.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Nimbarka, was a Hindu philosopher and commentator, known for propagating the Vaishnava doctrine of bhedabheda dvaitadvaita, duality in unity. According to the Vedic scriptures, he was born in 3096 B.C.E., but modern historical research places him in the thirteenth or fourteenth century. So, 1 is clearly wrong. See https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Nimbarka
- Shaikh Ahmad Sirhindi was born after Saint Kabir. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahmad_Sirhindi
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kabir
Refer: UPSC CSE 2019
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Nimbarka, was a Hindu philosopher and commentator, known for propagating the Vaishnava doctrine of bhedabheda dvaitadvaita, duality in unity. According to the Vedic scriptures, he was born in 3096 B.C.E., but modern historical research places him in the thirteenth or fourteenth century. So, 1 is clearly wrong. See https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Nimbarka
- Shaikh Ahmad Sirhindi was born after Saint Kabir. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahmad_Sirhindi
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kabir
Refer: UPSC CSE 2019
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