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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsWho was the Viceroy of India at the time of the formation of the Indian National Congress?
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Lord Dufferin was the viceroy of India when the Indian National Congress was formed in 1885
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/a-brief-history-of-the-inc/
Incorrect
Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Lord Dufferin was the viceroy of India when the Indian National Congress was formed in 1885
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/a-brief-history-of-the-inc/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsThe Congress split in 1907 was due to the issue of
Correct
Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- The Congress split in 1907. The Moderates were opposed to the use of boycott. They felt that it involved the use of force. However, the extremists insisted on the use of mass boycott movements, protests and strikes to make a point against the British.
- After the split the Congress came to be dominated by the Moderates with Tilak’s followers functioning from outside.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/a-brief-history-of-the-inc/
Incorrect
Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- The Congress split in 1907. The Moderates were opposed to the use of boycott. They felt that it involved the use of force. However, the extremists insisted on the use of mass boycott movements, protests and strikes to make a point against the British.
- After the split the Congress came to be dominated by the Moderates with Tilak’s followers functioning from outside.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/a-brief-history-of-the-inc/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- The term “Lokpal” was coined by Dr. L.M.Singhvi in 1963.
- The Lokpal consists of a Chairperson and eight Members out of whom 50% are Judicial Members.
- The term of office for Lokpal Chairman and Members is 5 years or till the age of 70 years.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1: The term Lokpal and Lokayukta were coined by Dr. L. M. Singhvi.
- S2: Lokpal is a multi-member body that consists of one chairperson and a maximum of 8 members. Out of the maximum eight members, half will be judicial members. Minimum fifty per cent of the Members will be from SC / ST / OBC / Minorities and women. The judicial member of the Lokpal should be either a former Judge of the Supreme Court or a former Chief Justice of a High Court.
- S3: The term of office for Lokpal Chairman and Members is 5 years or till the age of 70 years.
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- S1: The term Lokpal and Lokayukta were coined by Dr. L. M. Singhvi.
- S2: Lokpal is a multi-member body that consists of one chairperson and a maximum of 8 members. Out of the maximum eight members, half will be judicial members. Minimum fifty per cent of the Members will be from SC / ST / OBC / Minorities and women. The judicial member of the Lokpal should be either a former Judge of the Supreme Court or a former Chief Justice of a High Court.
- S3: The term of office for Lokpal Chairman and Members is 5 years or till the age of 70 years.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsWith reference to “Hydrogen-enriched compressed natural gas” (HCNG), consider the following statements:
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- It reduces emissions of CO up to 70%.
- Its cost is less than CNG.
- It enables up to 5 % savings in fuel.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Advantages of HCNG:
- HCNG reduces emissions of CO up to 70%.
- Enables up to 5 % savings in fuel.
- First step towards future Hydrogen economy.
- Engines can be calibrated to release lower amounts of NO.
- Engines need minimum modification to run on HCNG.
- Ideal fuel for high load applications and heavy-duty vehicles.
- Better performance due to higher Octane rating of H2.
- Disadvantages of using HCNG:
- Determining the most optimized H2/ NG (Natural Gas) ratio.
- It requires new infrastructures for preparing HCNG.
- Many steps need to be taken for commercializing it at a large scale.
- Current cost of H2 is more than the cost of Natural Gas. So, HCNG’s cost is more than CNG.
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Advantages of HCNG:
- HCNG reduces emissions of CO up to 70%.
- Enables up to 5 % savings in fuel.
- First step towards future Hydrogen economy.
- Engines can be calibrated to release lower amounts of NO.
- Engines need minimum modification to run on HCNG.
- Ideal fuel for high load applications and heavy-duty vehicles.
- Better performance due to higher Octane rating of H2.
- Disadvantages of using HCNG:
- Determining the most optimized H2/ NG (Natural Gas) ratio.
- It requires new infrastructures for preparing HCNG.
- Many steps need to be taken for commercializing it at a large scale.
- Current cost of H2 is more than the cost of Natural Gas. So, HCNG’s cost is more than CNG.
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about the Ramappa Temple:
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- It is also known as the Rudreshwara temple.
- It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Ibn Battuta called this temple “the brightest star in the galaxy of temples”.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1 and S2: It is also known as the Rudreshwara temple, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Telangana, India.
- S3: Marco Polo, during his visit to the Kakatiya empire, allegedly called the temple “the brightest star in the galaxy of temples“.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-december-2022/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- S1 and S2: It is also known as the Rudreshwara temple, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Telangana, India.
- S3: Marco Polo, during his visit to the Kakatiya empire, allegedly called the temple “the brightest star in the galaxy of temples“.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-december-2022/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsThe Koh-i-Noor Diamond, which is now among the jewels set in the British Crown, was mined and first owned by the dynasty of :
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- The Koh-i-Noor Diamond, which is now among the jewels set in the British Crown, was mined and first owned by the Kakatiya Dynasty.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-december-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- The Koh-i-Noor Diamond, which is now among the jewels set in the British Crown, was mined and first owned by the Kakatiya Dynasty.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-december-2022/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following pairs (Space Mission: Organisation) is/are correctly matched?
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- dearMoon: JAXA
- Starship: SpaceX
- Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer: ESA
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- dearMoon: SpaceX
- Starship (SpaceX) will be the largest spacecraft capable of carrying humans from Earth to destinations in space. It will be the most powerful launch vehicle ever to fly, capable of lifting 100 tonnes of cargo to Low Earth orbit.
- Europe’s first dedicated robotic mission to Jupiter.
- The is set to launch the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (Juice), to enter numerous flybys of its large icy moons: Europa, Ganymede and Callisto.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-december-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- dearMoon: SpaceX
- Starship (SpaceX) will be the largest spacecraft capable of carrying humans from Earth to destinations in space. It will be the most powerful launch vehicle ever to fly, capable of lifting 100 tonnes of cargo to Low Earth orbit.
- Europe’s first dedicated robotic mission to Jupiter.
- The is set to launch the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (Juice), to enter numerous flybys of its large icy moons: Europa, Ganymede and Callisto.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-december-2022/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsUzbekistan is bordered by
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- Kazakhstan
- Kyrgyzstan
- Tajikistan
- China
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-december-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-december-2022/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following countries:
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- Hungary
- Poland
- Slovakia
- Romania
- Estonia
Which of the above have borders with Ukraine?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Ukraine shares borders with four European Union (EU) member states namely Hungary, Poland, Slovakia (West) and Romania (South). It shares border with Russia to the east and north-east.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-december-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Ukraine shares borders with four European Union (EU) member states namely Hungary, Poland, Slovakia (West) and Romania (South). It shares border with Russia to the east and north-east.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/12/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-december-2022/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsWith reference to ‘stand up India scheme’, which of the following statements is/are correct?
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- Its purpose is to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST and women entrepreneurs.
- It provides for refinancing through SIDBI.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Correct
Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- The scheme promotes entrepreneurship among SC/ST and Women entrepreneurs, and facilitates at least two such projects per bank branch.
- The Stand Up India Scheme provides for refinance window through Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) with an initial amount of Rs. 10,000 crore. So, 2 is correct.
Refer:UPSC CSE 2016
Incorrect
Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- The scheme promotes entrepreneurship among SC/ST and Women entrepreneurs, and facilitates at least two such projects per bank branch.
- The Stand Up India Scheme provides for refinance window through Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) with an initial amount of Rs. 10,000 crore. So, 2 is correct.
Refer:UPSC CSE 2016
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