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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsPalestinian territories borders with
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- Israel
- Jordan
- Egypt
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Palestinian territories borders Jordan in the east, Israel in the west. It also borders Egypt on the southwest, which shares the maritime boundary of the Dead Sea.
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Palestinian territories borders Jordan in the east, Israel in the west. It also borders Egypt on the southwest, which shares the maritime boundary of the Dead Sea.
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsThe term “Two state Solution” is sometimes mentioned in the new in the context of the affairs of
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The two-state solution to the Israeli–Palestinian conflict envisions an independent State of Palestine alongside the State of Israel, west of the Jordan River.
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The two-state solution to the Israeli–Palestinian conflict envisions an independent State of Palestine alongside the State of Israel, west of the Jordan River.
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the Genetically Modified mustard (GM mustard) developed in India, consider the following statements :
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- GM mustard has the genes of a soil bacterium that give the plant the property of pest-resistance to a wide variety of pests.
- GM mustard has the genes that allow the plant cross-pollination and hybridization.
- GM mustard has been developed jointly by the IARI and Punjab Agricultural University.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: It is developed by using three genes viz., barnase, barstar and bar from Bacillus amyloliquefaciens for hybrid seed production.
- The barnase gene confers male sterility to a plant in which it is inserted and barstar gene restore the fertility to produce fertile hybrid plants and seeds.
- The third gene bar synthesize an enzyme call PAT, which is responsible for tolerance to glufosinate in the plant. Glufosinate is a broad spectrum herbicide, which indiscriminately eliminates weeds and any plant that does not have the bar gene.
- Glufosinate herbicides contain the active ingredient phosphinothricin, which kills plants by blocking the enzyme responsible for nitrogen metabolism and for detoxifying ammonia, a by-product of plant metabolism.
- S2: It has mainly two genes (‘barnase’ and ‘barstar’) that allow for cross-pollination and hybridisation in mustard, which is largely a self-pollinating plant because of its individual flowers containing both female and male reproductive organs. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
- S3: GM mustard was developed by scientists at Delhi University and the project was part-funded by the Department of Biotechnology, a division of the Science Ministry.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/29/whats-the-hurry-for-gm-mustard/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: It is developed by using three genes viz., barnase, barstar and bar from Bacillus amyloliquefaciens for hybrid seed production.
- The barnase gene confers male sterility to a plant in which it is inserted and barstar gene restore the fertility to produce fertile hybrid plants and seeds.
- The third gene bar synthesize an enzyme call PAT, which is responsible for tolerance to glufosinate in the plant. Glufosinate is a broad spectrum herbicide, which indiscriminately eliminates weeds and any plant that does not have the bar gene.
- Glufosinate herbicides contain the active ingredient phosphinothricin, which kills plants by blocking the enzyme responsible for nitrogen metabolism and for detoxifying ammonia, a by-product of plant metabolism.
- S2: It has mainly two genes (‘barnase’ and ‘barstar’) that allow for cross-pollination and hybridisation in mustard, which is largely a self-pollinating plant because of its individual flowers containing both female and male reproductive organs. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
- S3: GM mustard was developed by scientists at Delhi University and the project was part-funded by the Department of Biotechnology, a division of the Science Ministry.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/29/whats-the-hurry-for-gm-mustard/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsThe Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) functions in the
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) functions in the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC)
- It is a body responsible for the appraisal of proposals relating to the “release” of GM organisms and products (ordinarily considered hazardous) into the environment.
- In the case of the DMH-11 hybrid, it has recommended the environmental release of DMH-11 for its seed production and testing prior to commercial release.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/29/whats-the-hurry-for-gm-mustard/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) functions in the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC)
- It is a body responsible for the appraisal of proposals relating to the “release” of GM organisms and products (ordinarily considered hazardous) into the environment.
- In the case of the DMH-11 hybrid, it has recommended the environmental release of DMH-11 for its seed production and testing prior to commercial release.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/29/whats-the-hurry-for-gm-mustard/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Guru Tegh Bahadur:
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- He was the sixth Sikh guru who stood up against forcible conversions by the Mughals.
- He set up his headquarters in present-day Anandpur Sahib in 1665.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Born in Amritsar on April 21, 1621 to Mata Nanki and Guru Hargobind, the sixth Sikh guru.
- He was the ninth Sikh guruwho stood up against forcible conversions by the Mughals.
- He set up his headquarters in present-day Anandpur Sahib in 1665.
- He helped Raja Ram Singhto broker a truce with the Ahom king. Gurdwara Dhubri Sahib on the banks of the Brahmaputra commemorates this peace accord.
- Aurangzebordered the public execution of the Guru on November 11, 1675 after he declined to embrace Islam
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-november-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Born in Amritsar on April 21, 1621 to Mata Nanki and Guru Hargobind, the sixth Sikh guru.
- He was the ninth Sikh guruwho stood up against forcible conversions by the Mughals.
- He set up his headquarters in present-day Anandpur Sahib in 1665.
- He helped Raja Ram Singhto broker a truce with the Ahom king. Gurdwara Dhubri Sahib on the banks of the Brahmaputra commemorates this peace accord.
- Aurangzebordered the public execution of the Guru on November 11, 1675 after he declined to embrace Islam
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-november-2022/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsWith respect to Article 342 of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:
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- The President may, with respect to any State, without consultation with the Governor, by public notification, specify the tribes deemed to be ST in relation to that state.
- The Parliament may by law include or exclude from the list of ST specified in the notification issued by President.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation: Article 342 of the Indian Constitution:
- The President may, with respect to any State (after consultation with the Governor) or UT, by public notification, specify the tribes deemed to be ST in relation to that state or UT.
- The Parliament may by law include or exclude from the list of ST specified in the above notification. This means, the Presidential orders can be modified only through an Act of Parliament.
- The above Article also provides for listing of STs State/UT wise and not on an all-India basis.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-november-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation: Article 342 of the Indian Constitution:
- The President may, with respect to any State (after consultation with the Governor) or UT, by public notification, specify the tribes deemed to be ST in relation to that state or UT.
- The Parliament may by law include or exclude from the list of ST specified in the above notification. This means, the Presidential orders can be modified only through an Act of Parliament.
- The above Article also provides for listing of STs State/UT wise and not on an all-India basis.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-november-2022/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsThe ‘Semi-Automated Offside Technology’, was in news recently, is adopted in which of the following fields?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- FIFA is using SAOT for offside decisions in the ongoing football world cup.
- There are two parts to the technology — a sensor inside the match ball (Adidas’s Al Rihla) that is held using suspension technology, and existing tracking tools that are part of the VAR system.
- Every time the ball is hit, data is sent in real-time (at a whopping 500 frames per second) to a network of antennae installed around the playing field. Additionally, there are 12 Hawk-Eye cameras set up around the turf that shadow both the ball and the players, with as many as 29 separate points in the human body tracked.
- The coming together of the ball sensor and the Hawk-Eye cameras is in effect SAOT, which allows for decisions that are highly accurate and quick. These two data sets are run through artificial intelligence software which generates automated alerts about offsides to the match officials
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-november-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- FIFA is using SAOT for offside decisions in the ongoing football world cup.
- There are two parts to the technology — a sensor inside the match ball (Adidas’s Al Rihla) that is held using suspension technology, and existing tracking tools that are part of the VAR system.
- Every time the ball is hit, data is sent in real-time (at a whopping 500 frames per second) to a network of antennae installed around the playing field. Additionally, there are 12 Hawk-Eye cameras set up around the turf that shadow both the ball and the players, with as many as 29 separate points in the human body tracked.
- The coming together of the ball sensor and the Hawk-Eye cameras is in effect SAOT, which allows for decisions that are highly accurate and quick. These two data sets are run through artificial intelligence software which generates automated alerts about offsides to the match officials
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-november-2022/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Himalayan Yaks:
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- Currently, it is considered to be Critically Endangered by IUCN.
- Changpas and Dokpas are the predominant nomadic communities engaged in Yak rearing.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: Himalyan Yaks: IUCN status is ‘Vulnerable’.
- S2: Changpas and Dokpas are the predominant nomadic communities engaged in Yak rearing.
- Context: The Food Safety and Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) has approved the Himalayan Yak as a ‘food animal’.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-november-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: Himalyan Yaks: IUCN status is ‘Vulnerable’.
- S2: Changpas and Dokpas are the predominant nomadic communities engaged in Yak rearing.
- Context: The Food Safety and Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) has approved the Himalayan Yak as a ‘food animal’.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/11/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-november-2022/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
Human capital formation as a concept is better explained in terms of a process which enables
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- Individuals of a country to accumulate more capital.
- Increasing the knowledge, skill levels and capacities of the people of the country.
- Accumulation of tangible wealth.
- Accumulation of intangible wealth.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: This is Gross Capital Formation (GCF) representing physical capital.
- S2: According to the OECD, human capital is defined as: “the knowledge, skills, competencies and other attributes embodied in individuals or groups of individuals acquired during their life and used to produce goods, services or ideas in market circumstances”.
- S3: Tangible capital is also GCF is it involves largely infrastructural components.
- S4: Intangible wealth of a nation is the skilled population, human resource base, culture, arts etc.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2018
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: This is Gross Capital Formation (GCF) representing physical capital.
- S2: According to the OECD, human capital is defined as: “the knowledge, skills, competencies and other attributes embodied in individuals or groups of individuals acquired during their life and used to produce goods, services or ideas in market circumstances”.
- S3: Tangible capital is also GCF is it involves largely infrastructural components.
- S4: Intangible wealth of a nation is the skilled population, human resource base, culture, arts etc.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2018
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) to Reduce Short Lived Climate Pollutants is a unique initiative of the G20 group of countries.
- The CCAC focuses on methane, black carbon and hydrofluorocarbons.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: The Climate and Clean Air Coalition to Reduce Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (CCAC) was launched by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and six countries—Bangladesh, Canada, Ghana, Mexico, Sweden, and the United States—in 2012.
- Statement 2: The Coalition’s initial focus is on methane, black carbon, and HFCs.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2017
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: The Climate and Clean Air Coalition to Reduce Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (CCAC) was launched by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and six countries—Bangladesh, Canada, Ghana, Mexico, Sweden, and the United States—in 2012.
- Statement 2: The Coalition’s initial focus is on methane, black carbon, and HFCs.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2017
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