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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about All India Women’s Conference (AIWC):
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- It was founded in 1927 by Annie Besant.
- Amrit Kaur was one of the founding members of AIWC.
- Its main goals were to organize women workers for full employment and self-reliance.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The All India Women’s Conference (AIWC) was founded in 1927 in Pune in order to promote women and children’s education and social welfare.
- Amrit Kaur was one of the founding members of AIWC.
- One of the first secretaries of AIWC was Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/different-faces-of-the-indian-womens-movement/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The All India Women’s Conference (AIWC) was founded in 1927 in Pune in order to promote women and children’s education and social welfare.
- Amrit Kaur was one of the founding members of AIWC.
- One of the first secretaries of AIWC was Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/different-faces-of-the-indian-womens-movement/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements.
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- The ranges of the Eastern Himalayas are more continuous compared to Western Himalayas.
- ‘Duns’ or ‘Doons’ formations are characteristic features of Kashmir Himalayas.
- The Himachal and Uttarakhand Himalayas lie approximately between the River Indus in the west and the River Kali in the east.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The ranges of the Western Himalayas are more continuous compared to Eastern Himalayas.
- The southernmost part of Northwest Himalayan region or Kashmir Himalayan region consists of longitudinal valleys known as ‘duns’. Jammu dun and Pathankot dun are important examples.
- The Himachal and Uttarakhand Himalayas lies approximately between the Ravi in the west and the Kali (a tributary of Ghaghara) in the east.
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The ranges of the Western Himalayas are more continuous compared to Eastern Himalayas.
- The southernmost part of Northwest Himalayan region or Kashmir Himalayan region consists of longitudinal valleys known as ‘duns’. Jammu dun and Pathankot dun are important examples.
- The Himachal and Uttarakhand Himalayas lies approximately between the Ravi in the west and the Kali (a tributary of Ghaghara) in the east.
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC):
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- It is an autonomous body funded by the Higher Education Financing Agency (HEFA).
- It assesses and certifies Higher Educational Institutes (HEIs) in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation;
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation;
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP):
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- It aims to provide quality generic medicines to all at affordable prices.
- National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) is the nodal agency for the implementation of the scheme.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation: About Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP):
- The scheme aims to open centres from where quality generic medicines, consumables and surgical items are available at affordable prices for all, so as to reduce the out-of-pocket expenditure of consumers/patients.
- Ministry: Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers
- Implementation Agency: Pharma & Medical Bureau of India (PMBI) (erstwhile Bureau of Pharma PSUs in India (BPPI)). It has also developed the Janaushadhi Sugam Application.
- Launched: November 2008
- Current status: As of January 31, 2023, the number of stores has increased to 9082.
- Target: To increase the number of Kendras (PMBJKs) to 10,000 by the end of December 2023.
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation: About Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP):
- The scheme aims to open centres from where quality generic medicines, consumables and surgical items are available at affordable prices for all, so as to reduce the out-of-pocket expenditure of consumers/patients.
- Ministry: Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers
- Implementation Agency: Pharma & Medical Bureau of India (PMBI) (erstwhile Bureau of Pharma PSUs in India (BPPI)). It has also developed the Janaushadhi Sugam Application.
- Launched: November 2008
- Current status: As of January 31, 2023, the number of stores has increased to 9082.
- Target: To increase the number of Kendras (PMBJKs) to 10,000 by the end of December 2023.
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statements is/are correct regarding the ‘Radio waves’?
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- Radio waves have the longest wavelengths in the electromagnetic spectrum
- Radio waves can travel forever.
- Radio waves bounce forever if not absorbed.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Their signals are bounced through the atmosphere. Actually, radio waves are shot straight into a part of the atmosphere called the ionosphere. There, they bounce off clouds and satellites toward their destinations. If the ionosphere is charged – during a lightning storm or hot day – a radio wave’s reach is shorter.
- Radio waves bounce forever if not absorbed. As long as it hits the ground, cloud, or electric conducting surface, a radio wave will continue to bounce until it reaches its destination.
- Radio waves can travel forever. These waves move at the speed of light. So, if there are no obstructions to bounce off of, it will keep moving. Thus, the reason why some scientists and astronomers predict radio waves created years or decades ago can reach a destination outside of our solar system, let alone our galaxy.
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Their signals are bounced through the atmosphere. Actually, radio waves are shot straight into a part of the atmosphere called the ionosphere. There, they bounce off clouds and satellites toward their destinations. If the ionosphere is charged – during a lightning storm or hot day – a radio wave’s reach is shorter.
- Radio waves bounce forever if not absorbed. As long as it hits the ground, cloud, or electric conducting surface, a radio wave will continue to bounce until it reaches its destination.
- Radio waves can travel forever. These waves move at the speed of light. So, if there are no obstructions to bounce off of, it will keep moving. Thus, the reason why some scientists and astronomers predict radio waves created years or decades ago can reach a destination outside of our solar system, let alone our galaxy.
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsNational Science Day is celebrated in India on February 28 each year to mark the discovery of the
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Recently National Science day (Feb 28th) was celebrated to commemorate the announcement of the discovery of the Raman effect (also known as Raman Scattering) by Nobel laureate physicist CV Raman in 1928.
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Recently National Science day (Feb 28th) was celebrated to commemorate the announcement of the discovery of the Raman effect (also known as Raman Scattering) by Nobel laureate physicist CV Raman in 1928.
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about NISAR Mission:
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- It is a joint project between NASA and ISRO.
- It is a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) observatory.
- NISAR will map the entire globe in 4 days.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- It is a joint project between NASA and ISRO.
- It is a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) observatory.
- NISAR will map the entire globe in 12 days.
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- It is a joint project between NASA and ISRO.
- It is a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) observatory.
- NISAR will map the entire globe in 12 days.
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about H3N2 virus :
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- H3N2 virus is a type of influenza virus called the influenza A virus.
- It is a respiratory viral infection that causes illnesses every year.
- This subtype of influenza A virus was discovered in 2021 in humans.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation: WHAT IS H3N2 VIRUS?
- H3N2 virus is a type of influenza virus called the influenza A virus. It is a respiratory viral infection that causes illnesses every year. This subtype of influenza A virus was discovered in 1968 in humans.
- The virus derives from types of protein strains of the influenza A virus – hemagglutinin (HA) and neuraminidase (NA).
- HA has over 18 different subtypes, each numbered H1 to H18 while NA has 11 different subtypes, each numbered N1 to N11. The H3N2 is a combination of the two protein strains of the influenza A virus.
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation: WHAT IS H3N2 VIRUS?
- H3N2 virus is a type of influenza virus called the influenza A virus. It is a respiratory viral infection that causes illnesses every year. This subtype of influenza A virus was discovered in 1968 in humans.
- The virus derives from types of protein strains of the influenza A virus – hemagglutinin (HA) and neuraminidase (NA).
- HA has over 18 different subtypes, each numbered H1 to H18 while NA has 11 different subtypes, each numbered N1 to N11. The H3N2 is a combination of the two protein strains of the influenza A virus.
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsChangthang Wildlife Sanctuary is located in
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation”:
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation”:
Refer: Facts for Prelims (FFP): https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/09/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-march-2023/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsWith reference to ‘Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD)’ sometimes mentioned in the news while forecasting Indian monsoon, which of the following statements is/are correct?
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- The IOD phenomenon is characterized by a difference in sea surface temperature between tropical Western Indian Ocean and tropical Eastern Pacific Ocean.
- An IOD phenomenon can influence an El Nino’s impact on the monsoon.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: The IOD, also known as the Indian Niño, is an irregular oscillation of sea-surface temperatures in which the western Indian Ocean becomes alternately warmer and then colder than the eastern part of the Indian ocean (not tropical eastern pacific ocean.
- Statement 2: IOD has a much more significant effect on the rainfall patterns in south-east Australia than the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) in the Pacific Ocean as shown in several recent studies.
- http://www.bom.gov.au/climate/iod/
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Ocean_Dipole
Refer: UPSC CSE 2017
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: The IOD, also known as the Indian Niño, is an irregular oscillation of sea-surface temperatures in which the western Indian Ocean becomes alternately warmer and then colder than the eastern part of the Indian ocean (not tropical eastern pacific ocean.
- Statement 2: IOD has a much more significant effect on the rainfall patterns in south-east Australia than the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) in the Pacific Ocean as shown in several recent studies.
- http://www.bom.gov.au/climate/iod/
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Ocean_Dipole
Refer: UPSC CSE 2017
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