[MISSION 2023] RTM(Revision through MCQs)- 15 Feb 2023

Ans: (c )

Explanation:

• The Deputy Speaker is elected by the Lok Sabha from amongst its members right after the election of the Speaker has taken place.
• The date of election of the Deputy Speaker is fixed by the Speaker (date of election of the Speaker is fixed by the President).
• In the absence of the Speaker, the Deputy Speaker serves as the Speaker and wields the full powers of the Speaker.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/02/15/the-missing-deputy-speaker-the-post-and-what-the-constitution-says/

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• As provided by the Constitution, the Speaker of the last Lok Sabha vacates his office immediately before the first meeting of the newly elected Lok Sabha. Therefore, the President appoints a member of the Lok Sabha as the Speaker Pro-Tem. Usually, the senior most member is selected for this.
• The Speaker Pro-Tem has all the powers of the Speaker. She presides over the first sitting of the newly elected Lok Sabha.
• Her main duty is to administer oaths to the new members. He also enables the House to elect the new Speaker.
• When the new Speaker is elected by the House, the office of the Speaker Pro Tem ceases to exist. Hence, this office is a temporary office, existing for a few days.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/02/15/the-missing-deputy-speaker-the-post-and-what-the-constitution-says/

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• While the office of Speaker is vacant, the duties of the office shall be performed by the Deputy Speaker or, if the office of Deputy Speaker is also vacant, by such a member of the House of the People as the President may appoint for the purpose.
• A member holding office as Speaker or Deputy Speaker of the House of the People —
• (a) shall vacate his office if he ceases to be a member of the House of the People;
• (b) may at any time, by writing under his hand addressed, if such member is the Speaker, to the Deputy Speaker, and if such member is the Deputy Speaker, to the Speaker, resign his office; and
• (c) may be removed from his office by a resolution of the House of the People passed by a majority of all the then members of the House.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/02/15/the-missing-deputy-speaker-the-post-and-what-the-constitution-says/

Ans: (d)

Explanation:

• Nano Urea (Liquid) contains nanoscale nitrogen particles which have more surface area (10,000 times over 1 mm Urea prill) and number of particles (55,000 nitrogen particles over 1 mm Urea prill) which makes it more impactful. In comparison to Urea the uptake efficiency of Nano Urea is more than 80 %.It is thus, required in lesser measure compared to the conventional urea fertiliser to fulfil plant’s nitrogen requirement.
• It has better use efficiency than conventional urea.
• Environment friendly products can improve Soil, Air & Water quality thus, helps in addressing the concerns of Global Warming and in meeting the UN SDGs.
• Cheaper than conventional urea.

Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/02/15/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-15-february-2023/

Ans: (c )

Explanation:

• RCA is a dedicated platform for river cities to ideate, discuss and exchange information for sustainable management of urban rivers.
• It includes cities from both the Ganga basin and non-Ganga basin states.
• It is being implemented by a partnership of the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
• River Cities Alliance (RCA) started with 30 cities in 2021 and currently has 95 cities as members across India
• It has strong synergies with the Urban20 (U20) initiative (under India’s G20 Presidency) to promulgate urban water security.

Refer:  facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/02/15/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-15-february-2023/

Ans: (c )

Explanation:

• Lymphatic filariasis commonly known as elephantiasis is a neglected tropical disease, which causes tissue or limb swelling.
• Transmission: Filarial parasites (nematodes (roundworms)) are transmitted to humans through mosquitoes.
• One of the three parasites, Wuchereria bancrofti, is responsible for 90% of the cases
• Treatment: WHO recommended strategy for lymphatic filariasis elimination is mass drug administration (MDA).

Refer:  facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/02/15/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-15-february-2023/

Ans: (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/2023/02/15/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-15-february-2023/

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• ABR is situated at the southernmost end of the Western Ghats and spread over two southern states Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
• It is named after the Agastya Mala peak that rises up to almost 1868 meters above sea level, in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
• In March 2016, it was included in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves of UNESCO.
• It covers Peppara and Shendurney wildlife sanctuaries and parts of the Neyyar sanctuary in Kerala and the Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve of Tamil Nadu.
• It is home to the Kanikaran tribe, one of the oldest surviving ancient tribes in the world.

Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/02/15/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-15-february-2023/

Ans: (b)

Explanation:

• Dark energy, the mysterious form of energy that makes up about 68% of the universe, has intrigued physicists and astronomers for decades. Dark energy has been noted as “the most profound mystery in all of science”. With advanced technologies and newer experiments, scientists have found certain clues about it and, recently an international team of researchers made the first putative direct detection of dark energy. Everything we see – the planets, moons, massive galaxies, you, me, this website – makes up less than 5% of the universe. About 27% is dark matter and 68% is dark energy. While dark matter attracts and holds galaxies together, dark energy repels and causes the expansion of our universe.

Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/02/15/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-15-february-2023/

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• The National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources (NBAGR) has recognised the Manda buffalo, found in the Eastern Ghats and plateau of Koraput region of Odisha, as the 19th unique breed of buffaloes found in India.
• The Manda are resistant to parasitic infections, less prone to diseases and can live, produce and reproduce at low or nil input systems.
• This buffalo germ-plasm was first identified through a detailed survey conducted by the Animal Resource Development (ARD) department of Odisha in collaboration with Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT).
• With Manda buffalo recognised by NBAGR, it will be incumbent upon both Centre and State governments to devise a strategy for conservation of these buffaloes.
• Four breeds of cattle — Binjharpuri, Motu, Ghumusari and Khariar — and two breeds of buffalo — Chilika and Kalahandi — and one breed of sheep, Kendrapada, have already received NBAGR recognition.

Refer: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/koraputs-manda-buffalo-gets-unique-indigenous-tag/article36319950.ece