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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- India is the first country in the world to mandate Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) spending along with a framework to identify potential CSR activities.
- CSR is governed by clause 135 of the Companies Act, 2013.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR):
- It is a corporate initiative to assess and take responsibility for the company’s effects on the environment and impact on social welfare.
- CSR is governed by clause 135 of the Companies Act, 2013.
- India is the first country in the world to mandate CSR spending along with a framework to identify potential CSR activities.
- Provisions within the Act: Applicable to companies with an annual turnover of 1,000 crores and more, or a net worth of Rs. 500 crores and more, or a net profit of Rs. 5 crores and more.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/csr-funding-of-ngos/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR):
- It is a corporate initiative to assess and take responsibility for the company’s effects on the environment and impact on social welfare.
- CSR is governed by clause 135 of the Companies Act, 2013.
- India is the first country in the world to mandate CSR spending along with a framework to identify potential CSR activities.
- Provisions within the Act: Applicable to companies with an annual turnover of 1,000 crores and more, or a net worth of Rs. 500 crores and more, or a net profit of Rs. 5 crores and more.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/csr-funding-of-ngos/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsRecently, which of the following cities of India have joined the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities?
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- Thrissur
- Jaipur
- Warangal
- Hampi
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Indian cities, Nilambur and Thrissur in Kerala, have gained recognition from UNESCO after they became the nation’s first entrants in the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities along with
- Telangana’s second largest city, Warangal,
- According to UNESCO’s website, the network is a global policy-oriented network offering “inspiration, know-how and best practice”.
- There are six features that define a learning city:
- Effectively mobilises its resources in every sector to advocate inclusive learning
- Revitalises learning in families and communities
- Facilitates learning for and at workplaces
- Extends the use of modern learning technologies
- Augments quality and excellence in learning
- Fosters a culture of learning throughout life.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Indian cities, Nilambur and Thrissur in Kerala, have gained recognition from UNESCO after they became the nation’s first entrants in the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities along with
- Telangana’s second largest city, Warangal,
- According to UNESCO’s website, the network is a global policy-oriented network offering “inspiration, know-how and best practice”.
- There are six features that define a learning city:
- Effectively mobilises its resources in every sector to advocate inclusive learning
- Revitalises learning in families and communities
- Facilitates learning for and at workplaces
- Extends the use of modern learning technologies
- Augments quality and excellence in learning
- Fosters a culture of learning throughout life.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsThe famous Shreya Singhal case was in news recently, is related to which of the following?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- What is Section 66A?
- Section 66A defines the punishment for sending “offensive” messages through a computer or any other communication device like a mobile phone or a tablet.
- A conviction can fetch a maximum of three years in jail and a fine.
- It empowered police to make arrests over what policemen, in terms of their subjective discretion, could construe as “offensive” or “menacing” or for the purposes of causing annoyance, inconvenience, etc.
- Shreya Singhal case:
- The Supreme Court had in its judgment in the Shreya Singhal case struck down Section 66A.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- What is Section 66A?
- Section 66A defines the punishment for sending “offensive” messages through a computer or any other communication device like a mobile phone or a tablet.
- A conviction can fetch a maximum of three years in jail and a fine.
- It empowered police to make arrests over what policemen, in terms of their subjective discretion, could construe as “offensive” or “menacing” or for the purposes of causing annoyance, inconvenience, etc.
- Shreya Singhal case:
- The Supreme Court had in its judgment in the Shreya Singhal case struck down Section 66A.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the recently launched NIPUN Bharat Mission.
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- The Mission has been launched under the aegis of Samagra Shiksha Scheme.
- It focus on providing access and retaining children in foundational years of schooling.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- NIPUN Bharat (ensure that every child in the country attains foundational literacy and numeracy by the end of Grade 3, by 2026-27)
- The mission planned as per the new National Education Policy (NEP) has been launched under the aegis of the centrally sponsored scheme of Samagra Shiksha. It will focus on providing access and retaining children in foundational years of schooling, teacher capacity building; development of high quality and diversified student and teacher resources and tracking the progress of each child in achieving learning outcomes.
- NIPUN Bharat aims to cover the learning needs of children in the age group of 3 to 9 years.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- NIPUN Bharat (ensure that every child in the country attains foundational literacy and numeracy by the end of Grade 3, by 2026-27)
- The mission planned as per the new National Education Policy (NEP) has been launched under the aegis of the centrally sponsored scheme of Samagra Shiksha. It will focus on providing access and retaining children in foundational years of schooling, teacher capacity building; development of high quality and diversified student and teacher resources and tracking the progress of each child in achieving learning outcomes.
- NIPUN Bharat aims to cover the learning needs of children in the age group of 3 to 9 years.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Cooperative Societies.
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- Under the Indian Constitution, Cooperatives are a concurrent subject.
- In India, there are many Cooperative societies whose members and areas of operation are spread across more than one state.
- At present the Ministry of Agriculture is responsible for administrative, legal and policy framework for strengthening the cooperative movement in India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Cooperatives are a state subject, but there are many societies such as those for sugar and milk, banks, milk unions etc whose members and areas of operation are spread across more than one state.
- The Ministry of Co-operation is a ministry under the Government of India which was formed in July 2021. The ministry provides a separate administrative, legal and policy framework for strengthening the cooperative movement in the country.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Cooperatives are a state subject, but there are many societies such as those for sugar and milk, banks, milk unions etc whose members and areas of operation are spread across more than one state.
- The Ministry of Co-operation is a ministry under the Government of India which was formed in July 2021. The ministry provides a separate administrative, legal and policy framework for strengthening the cooperative movement in the country.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsWEST initiative was in news recently, is to
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Principal Scientific adviser office has launched the Women in Engineering, Science and Technology Initiative (WEST) to enable women’s contribution to science.
- WEST is a new I-STEM (mapping of Indian Science Technology and Engineering) using a web portal for research sharing and promoting collaborations in R&D.
- I-STEM comes to under PM-STIAC Mission ( allows scientific cross-sectoral collaboration and development)
- Other schemes: KIRAN ( to encourage women scientists); CURIE (to develop infrastructure in women universities); Vigyan Jyoti (for girls in high school to pursue STEM)
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Principal Scientific adviser office has launched the Women in Engineering, Science and Technology Initiative (WEST) to enable women’s contribution to science.
- WEST is a new I-STEM (mapping of Indian Science Technology and Engineering) using a web portal for research sharing and promoting collaborations in R&D.
- I-STEM comes to under PM-STIAC Mission ( allows scientific cross-sectoral collaboration and development)
- Other schemes: KIRAN ( to encourage women scientists); CURIE (to develop infrastructure in women universities); Vigyan Jyoti (for girls in high school to pursue STEM)
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme:
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- It is a part of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan package.
- It provides fully guaranteed and collateral-free additional credit to MSMEs only.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation: About ECLG Scheme:
- It is a part of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan package (announced in May 2020)
- It provides fully guaranteed and collateral-free additional credit to MSMEs, business enterprises, MUDRA borrowers and individual loans for business purposes to the extent of 20% of their credit outstanding as of 29th February 2020.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation: About ECLG Scheme:
- It is a part of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan package (announced in May 2020)
- It provides fully guaranteed and collateral-free additional credit to MSMEs, business enterprises, MUDRA borrowers and individual loans for business purposes to the extent of 20% of their credit outstanding as of 29th February 2020.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements
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- Coal ash contains arsenic, lead and mercury.
- Coal fired power plants release sulphur dioxide and oxides of nitrogen into the environment.
- High ash content is observed in Indian Coal.
Which of the above given statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Coal ash contains contaminants like mercury, cadmium and arsenic. Without proper management, these contaminants can pollute waterways, ground water, drinking water, and the air
- Coal and fuel oil combustion emit fly ash particles into the atmosphere, which contribute to air pollution problems. Upon burning, coal produces a number of gaseous byproducts, including carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxide, sulfur dioxide and methane gas, all of which contribute to global climate change.
- Ash content of coal produced from India is generally 25 to 45 % whereas average ash content of imported coal varies from 10 to 20 %. Indian Coal has comparatively higher ash content than imported coal due to drift theory of formation of coal deposits in India.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Coal ash contains contaminants like mercury, cadmium and arsenic. Without proper management, these contaminants can pollute waterways, ground water, drinking water, and the air
- Coal and fuel oil combustion emit fly ash particles into the atmosphere, which contribute to air pollution problems. Upon burning, coal produces a number of gaseous byproducts, including carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxide, sulfur dioxide and methane gas, all of which contribute to global climate change.
- Ash content of coal produced from India is generally 25 to 45 % whereas average ash content of imported coal varies from 10 to 20 %. Indian Coal has comparatively higher ash content than imported coal due to drift theory of formation of coal deposits in India.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following state do not shares border with Himachal Pradesh?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Himachal Pradesh touches the borders of Jammu, Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab (total 6 states/UTs).
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Himachal Pradesh touches the borders of Jammu, Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab (total 6 states/UTs).
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/09/08/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-8-september-2022/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following is/are Critically endangered species
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- Brown Bear
- Malabar Civet
- Gharial
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Except Brown Bear All other species mentioned are critically endangered.
- Status of Brown Bear: Least Concern.
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Except Brown Bear All other species mentioned are critically endangered.
- Status of Brown Bear: Least Concern.
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