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- Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 points“To develop scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform” is a provision made in the
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- In the forty-second amendment in 1976, Article 51 A(h) was added under the Fundamental Duties that states: [It shall be the duty of every citizen of India] To develop scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/the-case-of-the-missing-scientific-indian/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- In the forty-second amendment in 1976, Article 51 A(h) was added under the Fundamental Duties that states: [It shall be the duty of every citizen of India] To develop scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/the-case-of-the-missing-scientific-indian/
- Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the ‘Prohibition of Benami Property Transactions Act, 1988 (PBPT Act)’, consider the following statements:
- A property transaction is not treated as a benami transaction if the owner of the property is not aware of the transaction.
- Properties held benami are liable for confiscation by the Government.
- The Act provides for three authorities for investigations but does not provide for any appellate mechanism.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: “Ignorance of law cannot be an excuse for the violation of law” is a basic principle based on which statement 1 is wrong.
- Statement 2: Properties held benami are liable for confiscation by the Government without payment of compensation.
- Statement 3: An appellate mechanism has been provided under the PBPT Act in the form of Adjudicating Authority and Appellate Tribunal.
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: “Ignorance of law cannot be an excuse for the violation of law” is a basic principle based on which statement 1 is wrong.
- Statement 2: Properties held benami are liable for confiscation by the Government without payment of compensation.
- Statement 3: An appellate mechanism has been provided under the PBPT Act in the form of Adjudicating Authority and Appellate Tribunal.
- Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsRecently, which one of the following Indian Dance nominated in UNESCO Heritage List?
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- Garba is a form of dance, as well as a religious and social event that originated in Gujarat. If approved for the list, it will become the first intangible cultural heritage of Gujarat to be listed by UNESCO.
Refer: Facts For Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- Garba is a form of dance, as well as a religious and social event that originated in Gujarat. If approved for the list, it will become the first intangible cultural heritage of Gujarat to be listed by UNESCO.
Refer: Facts For Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
- Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following pairs (GI tags: State) is/are not correctly matched?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Himachal Pradesh: Kinnauri shawl
- Kandangi Saree: Tamil Nadu
- Idu Mishmi Textiles: Arunachal Pradesh
- Makhana: Bihar
Refer: Facts For Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Himachal Pradesh: Kinnauri shawl
- Kandangi Saree: Tamil Nadu
- Idu Mishmi Textiles: Arunachal Pradesh
- Makhana: Bihar
Refer: Facts For Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
- Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following countries:
- Israel
- Libya
- Sudan
- Jordan
- Ethiopia
Which of the above have borders with Egypt?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Countries with international borders to Egypt are the occupied Palestinian territory of the Gaza Strip, Israel, Libya, and Sudan. Egypt shares maritime borders with Cyprus, Greece, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey.
Refer: Facts For Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Countries with international borders to Egypt are the occupied Palestinian territory of the Gaza Strip, Israel, Libya, and Sudan. Egypt shares maritime borders with Cyprus, Greece, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey.
Refer: Facts For Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
- Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Indian Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- It is located in the southernmost end of the Western Ghats.
- It became part of World Network of Biosphere Reserves in 2016.
- It is home to the Kanikaran, one of the oldest surviving ancient tribes in the world.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- S1: The Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve is a biosphere reserve in India established in 2001, located in the southernmost end of the Western Ghats.
- S2: Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve became part of World Network of Biosphere Reserves in 2016.
- S3: Agasthyamalai is also home to the Kanikaran, one of the oldest surviving ancient tribes in the world.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- S1: The Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve is a biosphere reserve in India established in 2001, located in the southernmost end of the Western Ghats.
- S2: Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve became part of World Network of Biosphere Reserves in 2016.
- S3: Agasthyamalai is also home to the Kanikaran, one of the oldest surviving ancient tribes in the world.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
- Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- The National Biopharma Mission (NBM) is being implemented by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC).
- BIRAC is a Public Sector Enterprise, set up by the Department of Pharmaceuticals.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: The National Biopharma Mission (NBM) is an industry-academia collaborative mission for accelerating biopharmaceutical development in the country.
- S2: NBM is being implemented by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC).
- BIRAC is a Public Sector Enterprise, set up by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT).
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: The National Biopharma Mission (NBM) is an industry-academia collaborative mission for accelerating biopharmaceutical development in the country.
- S2: NBM is being implemented by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC).
- BIRAC is a Public Sector Enterprise, set up by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT).
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
- Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- Palladium is a rare and lustrous silvery-white metal.
- China controls 44% of global palladium supplies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Palladium
- Palladium is a rare and lustrous silvery-white metaldiscovered in 1803.
- Uses: It is used in fuel cells, catalytic converters ( to clean toxic gas from the exhaust of the vehicle), in the semiconductor industry and in jewellery and dental fillings.
- Russiacontrols 44% of global palladium
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Palladium
- Palladium is a rare and lustrous silvery-white metaldiscovered in 1803.
- Uses: It is used in fuel cells, catalytic converters ( to clean toxic gas from the exhaust of the vehicle), in the semiconductor industry and in jewellery and dental fillings.
- Russiacontrols 44% of global palladium
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
- Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI).
- It is a partnership between national governments, UN agencies, the Private sector and Academia.
- It was launched at the 2019 UN Climate Action Summit.
- It aims to achieve substantial changes in member countries’ policy frameworks and future infrastructure investments.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- Launchedby Indian PM in 2019at the UN Climate Action Summit (in New York, US), CDRI is a partnership between national governments, UN agencies, the Pvt sector and Academia.
- Aim: It promotes the resilience of infrastructure systems to climate and disaster risks.
- Members: 31 countries, 6 International organizations and 2 private sectors.
- It works at the intersectionof Sendai Framework for DRR (2015-2030) and the Paris Climate Agreement.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation:
- Launchedby Indian PM in 2019at the UN Climate Action Summit (in New York, US), CDRI is a partnership between national governments, UN agencies, the Pvt sector and Academia.
- Aim: It promotes the resilience of infrastructure systems to climate and disaster risks.
- Members: 31 countries, 6 International organizations and 2 private sectors.
- It works at the intersectionof Sendai Framework for DRR (2015-2030) and the Paris Climate Agreement.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
- Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsWith reference to National Automated Fingerprint Identification System (NAFIS), consider the following statements:
- It is developed by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).
- It assigns a unique 12-digit National Fingerprint Number (NFN) to each person arrested for a crime.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- NAFIS will create a unique 10-digit national fingerprint number (NFN)for each person arrested for the crime. Using the database of fingerprints, different crimes can be linked to NFN.
- It will “provide the much-needed unique identifierfor every arrested person in the CCTNS (Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems)
- Developed by: National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB)
- Already implemented in Madhya Pradesh(to identify deceased persons)
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- NAFIS will create a unique 10-digit national fingerprint number (NFN)for each person arrested for the crime. Using the database of fingerprints, different crimes can be linked to NFN.
- It will “provide the much-needed unique identifierfor every arrested person in the CCTNS (Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems)
- Developed by: National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB)
- Already implemented in Madhya Pradesh(to identify deceased persons)
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/08/24/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-24-august-2022-2/
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