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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding G20 Countries.
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- G20 is an international forum of the governments and central bank governors from 20 major economies.
- G20 was formed as a result of 2008 Global Financial Crisis.
- It works to address issues related to climate change mitigation, and sustainable development.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Formed in 1999, the G20 is an international forum of the governments and central bank governors from 20 major economies.
- It works to address major issues related to the global economy, such as international financial stability, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/data-opportunity-at-the-g20/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Formed in 1999, the G20 is an international forum of the governments and central bank governors from 20 major economies.
- It works to address major issues related to the global economy, such as international financial stability, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/data-opportunity-at-the-g20/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsIn which one of the following groups are all the four countries members of G20?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- The correct answer is Argentina, Mexico, South Africa and Turkey. G20 is an international forum for global economic cooperation.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/data-opportunity-at-the-g20/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- The correct answer is Argentina, Mexico, South Africa and Turkey. G20 is an international forum for global economic cooperation.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/data-opportunity-at-the-g20/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- The Paris Agreement is a legally binding international treaty on climate change.
- Article 6 of the Paris Agreement allows countries to voluntarily cooperate with each other to achieve emission reduction targets set out in their nationally determined contributions (NDCs).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The Paris Agreement is a legally binding international treaty on climate change. It was adopted by 196 Parties at COP 21 in Paris, on 12 December 2015 and entered into force on 4 November 2016.
- Article 6 of the Paris Agreement allows countries to voluntarily cooperate with each other to achieve emission reduction targets set out in their nationally determined contributions (NDCs).
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/reinvent-the-economic-growth-model/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The Paris Agreement is a legally binding international treaty on climate change. It was adopted by 196 Parties at COP 21 in Paris, on 12 December 2015 and entered into force on 4 November 2016.
- Article 6 of the Paris Agreement allows countries to voluntarily cooperate with each other to achieve emission reduction targets set out in their nationally determined contributions (NDCs).
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/reinvent-the-economic-growth-model/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Ude Desh Ka Aam Naagrik (UDAN) Scheme.
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- It was launched as a Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) under the Ministry of Civil Aviation in 2014.
- The scheme is operational for a period of 10 years.
- The scheme will be jointly funded by the central government and state governments.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: The Ministry of Civil Aviation’s flagship program Regional Connectivity Scheme UDAN (UdeDeshkaAamNagrik) has completed 5 years of success (launched in 2016) since the launch of its first flight by the Prime Minister on 27th April 2017.
- Aim: It seeks to improve regional air connectivity to tier-2 and tier-3 cities(mostly underserved or unserved regions) through the revival of unused and underused airports.
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- Benefits for citizens: Under the scheme, nearly half of the seats in Udan flights are offered at subsidized fares, and the participating carriers are provided with a certain amount of viability gap funding (VGF).
- S2: It is operational for 10 years period.
- S3; Funding: The scheme will be jointly funded by thecentral government and state governments.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: The Ministry of Civil Aviation’s flagship program Regional Connectivity Scheme UDAN (UdeDeshkaAamNagrik) has completed 5 years of success (launched in 2016) since the launch of its first flight by the Prime Minister on 27th April 2017.
- Aim: It seeks to improve regional air connectivity to tier-2 and tier-3 cities(mostly underserved or unserved regions) through the revival of unused and underused airports.
- Features:
- Benefits for citizens: Under the scheme, nearly half of the seats in Udan flights are offered at subsidized fares, and the participating carriers are provided with a certain amount of viability gap funding (VGF).
- S2: It is operational for 10 years period.
- S3; Funding: The scheme will be jointly funded by thecentral government and state governments.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements.
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- Namami Gange Programme is implemented by National mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG).
- The State counterpart organization of NMCG is State Program Management Groups.
- The program focuses on bio-remediation & in-situ treatment.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation: About Namami Gange Programme
- It was launched in 2014with twin objectives of effective abatement of pollution, conservation and rejuvenation of the National River Ganga. (Under Ministry of Jal Shakti and supported by World Bank)
- Implementation: National Ganga Council (headed by the PM) is a decision-making body. Implementation is done by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), and its state counterpart organizations i.e., State Program Management Groups (SPMGs).
- Funding: centrally-funded, non-lapsable corpus.
- Main Pillars of NGP:Sewerage Treatment Infrastructure, River-Surface Cleaning, Afforestation, Industrial Effluent Monitoring, River-Front Development, Bio-Diversity, Public Awareness, Ganga Gram
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation: About Namami Gange Programme
- It was launched in 2014with twin objectives of effective abatement of pollution, conservation and rejuvenation of the National River Ganga. (Under Ministry of Jal Shakti and supported by World Bank)
- Implementation: National Ganga Council (headed by the PM) is a decision-making body. Implementation is done by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), and its state counterpart organizations i.e., State Program Management Groups (SPMGs).
- Funding: centrally-funded, non-lapsable corpus.
- Main Pillars of NGP:Sewerage Treatment Infrastructure, River-Surface Cleaning, Afforestation, Industrial Effluent Monitoring, River-Front Development, Bio-Diversity, Public Awareness, Ganga Gram
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following tributaries of river Ganga :
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- Gandak
- Kosi
- Ghaghara
- Gomti
Which one of the following is the correct order of the above rivers from east to west?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation: About the Ganges:
- The Ganges is the longest river (2525 Km) and also the largest river in India followed by Godavari (1465 km).
- States covered: Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal.
- Ganga is the third largest river in the world by discharge.
- The mouth of River Ganga forms the world’s largest delta, known as Sunderbans, and was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation: About the Ganges:
- The Ganges is the longest river (2525 Km) and also the largest river in India followed by Godavari (1465 km).
- States covered: Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal.
- Ganga is the third largest river in the world by discharge.
- The mouth of River Ganga forms the world’s largest delta, known as Sunderbans, and was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about PM Kisan SAMPADA Yojana :
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- It is a central sector scheme.
- It was introduced by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- PM Kisan SAMPADA Yojana is a central sector scheme introduced by Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI).
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- PM Kisan SAMPADA Yojana is a central sector scheme introduced by Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI).
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsIn India, the use of chlorpyrifos, fipronil, atrazine and paraquat is viewed with apprehension. These chemicals are used as
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- PAN (Pesticide Action Network) has reported that several states are using above the recommended amount of certain pesticides
- Reported Pesticides are:
- Chlorpyrifos (to control soil-borne insect pests)- It is known to cause brain damageand is banned in many countries.
- Fipronil (to control ants, beetles, and fleas)
- Atrazine (to control grasses and weeds before they emerge)
- Paraquat (a herbicide to control grasses and weeds)
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- PAN (Pesticide Action Network) has reported that several states are using above the recommended amount of certain pesticides
- Reported Pesticides are:
- Chlorpyrifos (to control soil-borne insect pests)- It is known to cause brain damageand is banned in many countries.
- Fipronil (to control ants, beetles, and fleas)
- Atrazine (to control grasses and weeds before they emerge)
- Paraquat (a herbicide to control grasses and weeds)
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWhy is there a great concern about the ‘microbeads’ that are released into environment?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Microbeads are manufactured solid plastic particles of less than one millimeter in their largest dimension. They are most frequently made of polyethylene but can be of other petrochemical plastics such as polypropylene and polystyrene. They are used in exfoliating personal care products, toothpastes and in biomedical and health-science research.
- Microbeads can cause plastic particle water pollution and pose an environmental hazard for aquatic animals in freshwater and ocean water.
- See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microbead
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Microbeads are manufactured solid plastic particles of less than one millimeter in their largest dimension. They are most frequently made of polyethylene but can be of other petrochemical plastics such as polypropylene and polystyrene. They are used in exfoliating personal care products, toothpastes and in biomedical and health-science research.
- Microbeads can cause plastic particle water pollution and pose an environmental hazard for aquatic animals in freshwater and ocean water.
- See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microbead
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsIn the Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh, the pilot project of using drones in healthcare, agriculture and disaster management including the “Medicine from the Sky project” is being undertaken in association with the
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- In Arunachal Pradesh, the pilot project of using drones in healthcare, agriculture and disaster management including the “Medicine from the Sky project” is being undertaken in association with the World Economic Forum (WEF).
- The first flight of drone service was carried from Seppa to Chayang Tajo in the East Kameng district. This project is inspired by the Prime Minister’s vision of transforming India into the world’s drone hub.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- In Arunachal Pradesh, the pilot project of using drones in healthcare, agriculture and disaster management including the “Medicine from the Sky project” is being undertaken in association with the World Economic Forum (WEF).
- The first flight of drone service was carried from Seppa to Chayang Tajo in the East Kameng district. This project is inspired by the Prime Minister’s vision of transforming India into the world’s drone hub.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/18/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-18-august-2022/
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