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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsIt is believed to have originated in northeast India, north Myanmar, and southwest China, with evidence of consumption in China over 5,000 years ago. It requires a hot and humid climate, temperatures of 20°-30°C, and 150-300 cm of well-distributed annual rainfall. It grows well in slightly acidic soil with porous subsoil in the hill ranges. Which one of the following is that crop?
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- About Tea is a popular beverage made from the Camellia sinensis plant and is the second most consumed drink in the world.
- Origin Tea is believed to have originated in northeast India, north Myanmar, and southwest China, with evidence of consumption in China over 5,000 years ago.
- Growth Conditions Tea requires a hot and humid climate, temperatures of 20°-30°C, and 150-300 cm of well-distributed annual rainfall. It grows well in slightly acidic soil with porous subsoil in the hill ranges.
- Health Benefits Tea consumption can promote health and wellness due to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and weight-loss effects.
- International Tea Day It is observed on May 21st every year and was designated by the United Nations General Assembly in December 2019.
- Production India is the second-largest producer of tea globally (largest black tea producer), with the majority of its annual tea production coming from Assam and West Bengal. The southern part of India also produces tea.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/steps-taken-to-boost-the-indian-tea-industry/
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- About Tea is a popular beverage made from the Camellia sinensis plant and is the second most consumed drink in the world.
- Origin Tea is believed to have originated in northeast India, north Myanmar, and southwest China, with evidence of consumption in China over 5,000 years ago.
- Growth Conditions Tea requires a hot and humid climate, temperatures of 20°-30°C, and 150-300 cm of well-distributed annual rainfall. It grows well in slightly acidic soil with porous subsoil in the hill ranges.
- Health Benefits Tea consumption can promote health and wellness due to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and weight-loss effects.
- International Tea Day It is observed on May 21st every year and was designated by the United Nations General Assembly in December 2019.
- Production India is the second-largest producer of tea globally (largest black tea producer), with the majority of its annual tea production coming from Assam and West Bengal. The southern part of India also produces tea.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/steps-taken-to-boost-the-indian-tea-industry/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsWorld Social Protection Report is released by
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- It is published by the International Labour Organization (ILO).
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- It is published by the International Labour Organization (ILO).
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 points‘CO2 Emissions in 2022’ report is published by
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Ans:(b)
Explanation:
- According to the IEA’s ‘CO2 Emissions in 2022’ report, global energy-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions rose by under 1% in 2022.
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Ans:(b)
Explanation:
- According to the IEA’s ‘CO2 Emissions in 2022’ report, global energy-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions rose by under 1% in 2022.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Uyuni Salt Flat:
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- It is the world’s largest salt flat.
- It contains more than half of the planet’s Uranium reserves.
- It is located in Bolivia.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Salar de Uyuni, amid the Andes in southwest Bolivia, is the world’s largest salt flat.
- It contains more than half of the planet’s lithium reserves.
- A salt flat forms from a natural water body whose recharge rate is lower than the evaporation rate. The underlying soil is highly saline: even if the water table is shallow, the groundwater is too salty for humans to drink.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-march-2023/
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Salar de Uyuni, amid the Andes in southwest Bolivia, is the world’s largest salt flat.
- It contains more than half of the planet’s lithium reserves.
- A salt flat forms from a natural water body whose recharge rate is lower than the evaporation rate. The underlying soil is highly saline: even if the water table is shallow, the groundwater is too salty for humans to drink.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-march-2023/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following pairs are correctly matched?
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- Cyclical Slowdown: It is a period of lean economic activity that occurs at regular intervals.
- Structural Slowdown: It is a more deep-rooted phenomenon that lasts over a long-term.
Select the correct answer code:
Correct
Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- What is a cyclical slowdown?
- A cyclical slowdown is a period of lean economic activity that occurs at regular intervals. Such slowdowns last over the short-to-medium term, and are based on the changes in the business cycle.
- Generally, interim fiscal and monetary measures, temporary recapitalisation of credit markets, and need-based regulatory changes are required to revive the economy.
- What is a structural slowdown?
- A structural slowdown, on the other hand, is a more deep-rooted phenomenon that occurs due to a one-off shift from an existing paradigm. The changes, which last over a long-term, are driven by disruptive technologies, changing demographics, and/or change in consumer behaviour.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-march-2023/
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- What is a cyclical slowdown?
- A cyclical slowdown is a period of lean economic activity that occurs at regular intervals. Such slowdowns last over the short-to-medium term, and are based on the changes in the business cycle.
- Generally, interim fiscal and monetary measures, temporary recapitalisation of credit markets, and need-based regulatory changes are required to revive the economy.
- What is a structural slowdown?
- A structural slowdown, on the other hand, is a more deep-rooted phenomenon that occurs due to a one-off shift from an existing paradigm. The changes, which last over a long-term, are driven by disruptive technologies, changing demographics, and/or change in consumer behaviour.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-march-2023/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- The Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) allows Indians to transfer money to NRIs abroad.
- Any remittance exceeding USD $10,000 limit requires prior permission from the RBI.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Under LRS (introduced in 2004), Indian individuals can send money outside up to a maximum of $250,000 in a year.
- Aim: LRS simplifies the process of remitting money outside India and encouraging foreign investments by Indian individuals.
- Permissible transactions: education, travel, medical treatment, gifting, investment in shares or property, etc.
- Non-Permissible transactions: Trading in foreign exchange or buying lottery tickets.
- LRS is not available to Corporations, partnership firms, Hindu Undivided Family (HUF), Trusts etc.
- Benefits of LRS: Individuals can diversify their investments and assets, and also provides an opportunity to finance their foreign education or travel.
- Issues: Outward remittances can add pressure to the forex reserves of the country and therefore the government has proposed a 20% Tax Collection at Source (TCS) for any foreign remittance transactions in FY24.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-march-2023/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Under LRS (introduced in 2004), Indian individuals can send money outside up to a maximum of $250,000 in a year.
- Aim: LRS simplifies the process of remitting money outside India and encouraging foreign investments by Indian individuals.
- Permissible transactions: education, travel, medical treatment, gifting, investment in shares or property, etc.
- Non-Permissible transactions: Trading in foreign exchange or buying lottery tickets.
- LRS is not available to Corporations, partnership firms, Hindu Undivided Family (HUF), Trusts etc.
- Benefits of LRS: Individuals can diversify their investments and assets, and also provides an opportunity to finance their foreign education or travel.
- Issues: Outward remittances can add pressure to the forex reserves of the country and therefore the government has proposed a 20% Tax Collection at Source (TCS) for any foreign remittance transactions in FY24.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-march-2023/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Samarth Scheme::
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- Samarth is a demand driven and placement-oriented umbrella skilling programme of the Ministry of Textiles.
- The scheme was formulated under the broad skilling policy framework adopted by M/o Skill Development & Entrepreneurship.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Samarth is a demand driven and placement-oriented umbrella skilling programme of Ministry of Textiles. The implementation period of the scheme is up to March 2024. The scheme was formulated under the broad skilling policy framework adopted by M/o Skill Development & Entrepreneurship.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Samarth is a demand driven and placement-oriented umbrella skilling programme of Ministry of Textiles. The implementation period of the scheme is up to March 2024. The scheme was formulated under the broad skilling policy framework adopted by M/o Skill Development & Entrepreneurship.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-march-2023/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements.
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- Phytoplankton are the foundation of the aquatic food web as the primary producers, and they help absorb atmospheric carbon dioxide.
- Zooplankton feed on phytoplankton and play a vital role in transfer of organic matter from primary producers to secondary consumers.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Phytoplankton are the foundation of the aquatic food web as the primary producers.
- Zooplankton feed on phytoplankton and play a vital role in food web of the food chain, nutrient recycling, and in transfer of organic matter from primary producers to secondary consumers like fishes.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-march-2023/
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Phytoplankton are the foundation of the aquatic food web as the primary producers.
- Zooplankton feed on phytoplankton and play a vital role in food web of the food chain, nutrient recycling, and in transfer of organic matter from primary producers to secondary consumers like fishes.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-march-2023/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Seaweeds.
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- Seaweeds are macroscopic algae, which means they have no differentiation of true tissues such as roots, stems and leaves.
- Seaweeds have the ability to bind and accumulate metals strongly.
- Seaweeds usually grow in deep coastal waters wherever sizable substrata is available.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Seaweeds are (thalloid plants) macroscopic algae, which mean they have no differentiation of true tissues such as roots, stems and leaves. They have leaflike appendages.
- Seaweeds, the larger and visible marine plants are found attached to rocks, corals and other submerged strata in the intertidal and shallow sub tidal zones of the sea.
- Seaweeds grow in shallow coastal waters wherever sizable substrata is available.
- Based on the colour of their pigmentation, sea weeds are broadly classified into different classes such as blue-green, green, brown, red, etc.
- Seaweeds are important as food for humans, feed for animals, and fertilizer for plants.
- Seaweeds are also used as the potential indicators of pollution in coastal ecosystem, particularly heavy metal pollution due to their ability to bind and accumulate metals strongly.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Seaweeds are (thalloid plants) macroscopic algae, which mean they have no differentiation of true tissues such as roots, stems and leaves. They have leaflike appendages.
- Seaweeds, the larger and visible marine plants are found attached to rocks, corals and other submerged strata in the intertidal and shallow sub tidal zones of the sea.
- Seaweeds grow in shallow coastal waters wherever sizable substrata is available.
- Based on the colour of their pigmentation, sea weeds are broadly classified into different classes such as blue-green, green, brown, red, etc.
- Seaweeds are important as food for humans, feed for animals, and fertilizer for plants.
- Seaweeds are also used as the potential indicators of pollution in coastal ecosystem, particularly heavy metal pollution due to their ability to bind and accumulate metals strongly.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/04/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-04-march-2023/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- In India, the Himalayas are spread over five States only.
- Western Ghats are spread over five States only.
- Pulicat Lake is spread over two States only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Himalayas are spread over almost all the Northern and north-eastern Indian states. Statement 1 is wrong.
- Statement 2: Western Ghats traverse the States of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra and Gujarat (6 states).
- Statement 3: Pulicat Lake (second largest brackish water lake in India)straddles the border of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu states (2 states).
Refer: UPSC CSE 2017
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Himalayas are spread over almost all the Northern and north-eastern Indian states. Statement 1 is wrong.
- Statement 2: Western Ghats traverse the States of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra and Gujarat (6 states).
- Statement 3: Pulicat Lake (second largest brackish water lake in India)straddles the border of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu states (2 states).
Refer: UPSC CSE 2017
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