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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsWith reference to National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), consider the following statements:
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- It is a pollution control initiative of NITI Aayog.
- It was notified under the Environment Protection Act, 1986.
- It includes 102 non-attainment cities, which were identified by State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) on the basis of their ambient air quality data.
Which of the given above statements is/are not correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- What is the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)?
- It was launched by the MoEFCCin January 2019.
- It is the first ever effort in the country to frame a national framework for air quality management with a time-bound reduction target.
- The programme willnot be notified under the Environment Protection Act or any other Act to create a firm mandate with a strong legal back up for cities and regions to implement NCAP in a time bound manner for effective reduction.
- The plan includes 102 non-attainment cities, across 23 states and Union territories, which were identified by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) on the basis of their ambient air quality data between 2011 and 2015.
- What are Non-attainment?
- Non-attainment cities are those which have been consistently showing poorer air quality than the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. These include Delhi, Varanasi, Bhopal, Kolkata, Noida, Muzaffarpur, and Mumbai.
- Key features of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP):
- Target: Achieve a national-level target of 20-30% reduction of PM2.5 and PM10 concentration by between 2017 and 2024.
- Implementation:Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) will execute this nation-wide programme in consonance with the section 162 (b) of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act.
- As part of the programme, the Centre also plans to scale up the air quality monitoring network across India. At least 4,000 monitors are needed across the country, instead of the existing 101 real-time air quality (AQ) monitors, according to an analysis.
- The plan proposes a three-tier system, including real-time physical data collection, data archiving, and an action trigger system in all 102 cities, besides extensive plantation plans, research on clean-technologies, landscaping of major arterial roads, and stringent industrial standards.
- It also proposes state-level plans of e-mobility in the two-wheeler sector, rapid augmentation of charging infrastructure, stringent implementation of BS-VI norms, boosting public transportation system, and adoption of third-party audits for polluting industries.
- Various committees proposed:The national plan has proposed setting up an apex committee under environment minister, a steering committee under-secretary (environment) and a monitoring committee under a joint secretary. There would be project monitoring committees at the state-level with scientists and trained personnel.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/16/health-as-the-focus-of-air-pollution-policy/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- What is the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)?
- It was launched by the MoEFCCin January 2019.
- It is the first ever effort in the country to frame a national framework for air quality management with a time-bound reduction target.
- The programme willnot be notified under the Environment Protection Act or any other Act to create a firm mandate with a strong legal back up for cities and regions to implement NCAP in a time bound manner for effective reduction.
- The plan includes 102 non-attainment cities, across 23 states and Union territories, which were identified by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) on the basis of their ambient air quality data between 2011 and 2015.
- What are Non-attainment?
- Non-attainment cities are those which have been consistently showing poorer air quality than the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. These include Delhi, Varanasi, Bhopal, Kolkata, Noida, Muzaffarpur, and Mumbai.
- Key features of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP):
- Target: Achieve a national-level target of 20-30% reduction of PM2.5 and PM10 concentration by between 2017 and 2024.
- Implementation:Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) will execute this nation-wide programme in consonance with the section 162 (b) of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act.
- As part of the programme, the Centre also plans to scale up the air quality monitoring network across India. At least 4,000 monitors are needed across the country, instead of the existing 101 real-time air quality (AQ) monitors, according to an analysis.
- The plan proposes a three-tier system, including real-time physical data collection, data archiving, and an action trigger system in all 102 cities, besides extensive plantation plans, research on clean-technologies, landscaping of major arterial roads, and stringent industrial standards.
- It also proposes state-level plans of e-mobility in the two-wheeler sector, rapid augmentation of charging infrastructure, stringent implementation of BS-VI norms, boosting public transportation system, and adoption of third-party audits for polluting industries.
- Various committees proposed:The national plan has proposed setting up an apex committee under environment minister, a steering committee under-secretary (environment) and a monitoring committee under a joint secretary. There would be project monitoring committees at the state-level with scientists and trained personnel.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/16/health-as-the-focus-of-air-pollution-policy/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsIn the modern Indian History, the ’Ulgulan Movement’ is associated with
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The Ulgulan movement (1899):
- Munda encouraged the tribals to refuse following colonial laws and drive out foreigners using weapons and guerrilla warfare.
- He also aided societal reform by confronting religious superstition, earning him the titles ‘Bhagwan’ (God) and ‘Dharati Aba’ (Father of the Earth) from his followers
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/16/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-16-november-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The Ulgulan movement (1899):
- Munda encouraged the tribals to refuse following colonial laws and drive out foreigners using weapons and guerrilla warfare.
- He also aided societal reform by confronting religious superstition, earning him the titles ‘Bhagwan’ (God) and ‘Dharati Aba’ (Father of the Earth) from his followers
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/16/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-16-november-2022/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the ‘Gram Nyayalaya Act’, which of the following statements is/are correct?
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- As per the Act, Gram Nyayalayas can hear only civil cases and not criminal cases.
- The Act allows local social activists as mediators/reconciliators.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: It tries both Civil and Criminal cases. So, 1 is wrong.
- S2: We are quoting from the Gram Nyalayas Act, 2008
- “27. (1) For the purposes of section 26, the District Court shall, in consultation with the Appointment District Magistrate, prepare a panel consisting of the names of social workers at the village level having integrity for appointment as Conciliators who possess such qualifications and experience as may be prescribed by the High Court.”
- So, clearly 2 is correct.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/16/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-16-november-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: It tries both Civil and Criminal cases. So, 1 is wrong.
- S2: We are quoting from the Gram Nyalayas Act, 2008
- “27. (1) For the purposes of section 26, the District Court shall, in consultation with the Appointment District Magistrate, prepare a panel consisting of the names of social workers at the village level having integrity for appointment as Conciliators who possess such qualifications and experience as may be prescribed by the High Court.”
- So, clearly 2 is correct.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/16/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-16-november-2022/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Gram Nyayalayas:
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- The Gram Nyayalayas are presided over by a Judicial Magistrate of First Class.
- A Gram Nyayalaya have jurisdiction over an area specified by a notification by the Supreme Court of India.
- Both the Central and the State Government can add or remove items in the Schedule of the Gram Nyayalayas Act, 2008.
Which of the given above statements is/are not correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- here the directive word is not correct!!
- S1: The Gram Nyayalayas are presided over by a Nyayadhikari, who will have the same power, enjoy same salary and benefits of a Judicial Magistrate of First Class. Such Nyayadhikari are to be appointed by the State Government in consultation with the respective High Court.
- S2: A Gram Nyayalaya have jurisdiction over an area specified by a notification by the State Government in consultation with the respective High Court.
- S3: Both the Central and the State Government can add or remove items in the Schedule. While the Central Government can amend the list in Schedule I and II, by notifying them and thereafter laying it in the Parliament, the State Government can amend the items in Part III of Schedule I or II, in the areas of law which the state is competent to enact law after due consultation with the respective High Court and notifying it. Such notification has to be laid in the State Legislature.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/16/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-16-november-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- here the directive word is not correct!!
- S1: The Gram Nyayalayas are presided over by a Nyayadhikari, who will have the same power, enjoy same salary and benefits of a Judicial Magistrate of First Class. Such Nyayadhikari are to be appointed by the State Government in consultation with the respective High Court.
- S2: A Gram Nyayalaya have jurisdiction over an area specified by a notification by the State Government in consultation with the respective High Court.
- S3: Both the Central and the State Government can add or remove items in the Schedule. While the Central Government can amend the list in Schedule I and II, by notifying them and thereafter laying it in the Parliament, the State Government can amend the items in Part III of Schedule I or II, in the areas of law which the state is competent to enact law after due consultation with the respective High Court and notifying it. Such notification has to be laid in the State Legislature.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/16/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-16-november-2022/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsconsider the following statements with reference to
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- United Nations resolutions are formal expressions of the opinion or will of United Nations organs
- UNGA resolutions are non-binding and generally recommendatory.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- United Nations resolutions are formal expressions of the opinion or will of United Nations organs. UNGA resolutions are non-binding and generally recommendatory. In contrast, resolutions by the UN security council are considered binding.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/16/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-16-november-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- United Nations resolutions are formal expressions of the opinion or will of United Nations organs. UNGA resolutions are non-binding and generally recommendatory. In contrast, resolutions by the UN security council are considered binding.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/16/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-16-november-2022/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsconsider the following statements about National Anti-Profiteering Authority (NAPA):
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- It is a statutory body.
- It can take suo moto action even without a complaint from a citizen.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The National Anti-profiteering Authority (NAA) is a statutory body set up in November 2017 under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) law to check unfair profiteering activities by registered suppliers.
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The National Anti-profiteering Authority (NAA) is a statutory body set up in November 2017 under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) law to check unfair profiteering activities by registered suppliers.
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about the Competition Commission of India:
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- It is the chief national competition regulator in India.
- It is a statutory body within the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is the chief national competition regulator in India. It is a statutory body within the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and is responsible for enforcing the Competition Act, 2002 to promote competition and prevent activities that have an appreciable adverse effect on competition in India. The CCI looks into cases and investigates them if the same has a negative impact on competition.
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is the chief national competition regulator in India. It is a statutory body within the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and is responsible for enforcing the Competition Act, 2002 to promote competition and prevent activities that have an appreciable adverse effect on competition in India. The CCI looks into cases and investigates them if the same has a negative impact on competition.
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following facts regarding the Liquefied natural gas (LNG is/are correct?
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- It is odorless
- It is colorless
- It is toxic
- It is corrosive
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- LNG is odorless, colorless, non-toxic and non-corrosive.
- LNG is methane, or methane mixed with ethane, cleansed of impurities and cooled to approximately -160C. This turns the gas into a liquid, which takes up 600 times less space. It is turned back into a gas and used, like any other natural gas, for heating, cooking and power.
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- LNG is odorless, colorless, non-toxic and non-corrosive.
- LNG is methane, or methane mixed with ethane, cleansed of impurities and cooled to approximately -160C. This turns the gas into a liquid, which takes up 600 times less space. It is turned back into a gas and used, like any other natural gas, for heating, cooking and power.
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about The Financial Action Task Force:
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- It is an intergovernmental organisation founded in 1989 on the initiative of the G20.
- In 2001, its mandate was expanded to include terrorism financing.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Financial Action Task Force is an intergovernmental organisation founded in 1989 on the initiative of the G7 to develop policies to combat money laundering and to maintain certain interest. In 2001, its mandate was expanded to include terrorism financing.
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Financial Action Task Force is an intergovernmental organisation founded in 1989 on the initiative of the G7 to develop policies to combat money laundering and to maintain certain interest. In 2001, its mandate was expanded to include terrorism financing.
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsYUDH ABHYAS 2022 is an Army exercise between India and
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- 18th Indo-US joint training Army exercise will commence in Uttarakhand. The previous exercise was in the USA in 2021. The joint exercise will focus on Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations and peacekeeping operations.
- Yudh Abhyas’s yearly exercise started in 2004 and has been the longest-running bilateral military training project between the two countries.
- Other Indo-US exercises: Tiger Triumph (between armed forces); Vajra Prahar ( between special forces); Cope India( between Air force); Malabar Exercise ( between navies of India, US, Japan and Australia)
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- 18th Indo-US joint training Army exercise will commence in Uttarakhand. The previous exercise was in the USA in 2021. The joint exercise will focus on Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations and peacekeeping operations.
- Yudh Abhyas’s yearly exercise started in 2004 and has been the longest-running bilateral military training project between the two countries.
- Other Indo-US exercises: Tiger Triumph (between armed forces); Vajra Prahar ( between special forces); Cope India( between Air force); Malabar Exercise ( between navies of India, US, Japan and Australia)
- Statement 1: Li-fi is loosely expanded to Light-Fidelity. Using precisely controlled light modulation, data can be transmitted using regular, visible light.
- Statement 2: It will be 10-100 times faster than current-generation WiFi, and also very secure.
- http://www.sciencealert.com/li-fi-tested-in-the-real-world-for-the-first-time-is-100-times-faster-than-wi-fi
Refer: UPSC CSE 2016
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