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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements.
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- A democracy can exist without a written constitution.
- Political equality of citizens refers to equal voting rights and equal eligibility for public offices.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Political equality of citizens refers to equal voting rights, equal eligibility for public offices etc. In a sense, it is one man, one vote as per BR Ambedkar.
- A democracy can exist without a written constitution. Britain is the best example.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/23/indias-democratic-values-have-eroded-significantly/
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Political equality of citizens refers to equal voting rights, equal eligibility for public offices etc. In a sense, it is one man, one vote as per BR Ambedkar.
- A democracy can exist without a written constitution. Britain is the best example.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/23/indias-democratic-values-have-eroded-significantly/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsWorld Water Development Report is published by
Correct
Ans: (c )
Explanation: About the Report:
- The WWDR is published by UNESCO on behalf of UN-Water and its production is coordinated by the UNESCO World Water Assessment Programme. It is an annual report released on Launched on World Water Day (22nd March) every year
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/23/un-world-water-development-report-2023/
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Ans: (c )
Explanation: About the Report:
- The WWDR is published by UNESCO on behalf of UN-Water and its production is coordinated by the UNESCO World Water Assessment Programme. It is an annual report released on Launched on World Water Day (22nd March) every year
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/23/un-world-water-development-report-2023/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the Jal Jeevan Mission:
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- It is envisioned to provide safe and adequate drinking water through individual household tap connections by 2024 to all households in rural India.
- It comes under Jal Shakti Ministry.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- The Jal Jeevan Mission aims to deliver safe and enough drinking water to all rural Indian households by 2024 through individual household tap connections.
- It is the Ministry of Jal Shakti’s main programme
- It started in 2019
- Focus: Community-based approach to water, with comprehensive information, education, and communication as a fundamental component of the goal.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/23/un-world-water-development-report-2023/
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- The Jal Jeevan Mission aims to deliver safe and enough drinking water to all rural Indian households by 2024 through individual household tap connections.
- It is the Ministry of Jal Shakti’s main programme
- It started in 2019
- Focus: Community-based approach to water, with comprehensive information, education, and communication as a fundamental component of the goal.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/23/un-world-water-development-report-2023/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsHow is tuberculosis typically transmitted?
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Tuberculosis is typically transmitted through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes, releasing droplets containing the bacteria into the air. These droplets can then be inhaled by other people, potentially leading to infection. The disease is not transmitted through contact with infected animals, contaminated food or water or sexual contact.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/23/the-road-to-ending-tuberculosis/
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Tuberculosis is typically transmitted through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes, releasing droplets containing the bacteria into the air. These droplets can then be inhaled by other people, potentially leading to infection. The disease is not transmitted through contact with infected animals, contaminated food or water or sexual contact.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/23/the-road-to-ending-tuberculosis/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statements is/are true regarding the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF):
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- It is a US-led initiative.
- It is a Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
- It aims to strengthen economic partnerships among participating countries.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (c )
Explanation: About IPEF:
- It is a US-led initiativethat aims to strengthen economic partnerships among participating countries to enhance resilience, sustainability, inclusiveness, economic growth, fairness, and competitiveness in the Indo-Pacific region.
- Launched in 2021 with a dozen initial partners who together represent 40% of the world GDP.
- The IPEF is not a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) but allows members to negotiate the parts they want. The negotiations will be along four main “pillars”.
- Supply-chain resilience
- Clean energy, decarbonisation & infrastructure
- Taxation & anti-corruption
- Fair & resilient
Incorrect
Ans: (c )
Explanation: About IPEF:
- It is a US-led initiativethat aims to strengthen economic partnerships among participating countries to enhance resilience, sustainability, inclusiveness, economic growth, fairness, and competitiveness in the Indo-Pacific region.
- Launched in 2021 with a dozen initial partners who together represent 40% of the world GDP.
- The IPEF is not a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) but allows members to negotiate the parts they want. The negotiations will be along four main “pillars”.
- Supply-chain resilience
- Clean energy, decarbonisation & infrastructure
- Taxation & anti-corruption
- Fair & resilient
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about International Liquid Mirror Telescope (LMT):
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- It is the first liquid mirror telescope designed exclusively for astronomical observations
- It has the largest aperture telescope available in India
- It is the first optical survey telescope in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- It is the first liquid mirror telescope designed exclusively for astronomical observations
- It has the largest aperture telescope available in India
- It is also the first optical survey telescope in India.
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- It is the first liquid mirror telescope designed exclusively for astronomical observations
- It has the largest aperture telescope available in India
- It is also the first optical survey telescope in India.
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP):
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- It is an initiative of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
- It aims to make India a global hub in the manufacture of silicon wafers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Context: The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways in India has announced the launch of the Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP) with the aim of making India a global hub for green shipbuilding by 2030.
- Features: The programme will start with Green Hybrid Tugs, which will be powered by green hybrid propulsion systems, and will subsequently adopt non-fossil fuel solutions like Methanol, Ammonia, and Hydrogen.
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Context: The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways in India has announced the launch of the Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP) with the aim of making India a global hub for green shipbuilding by 2030.
- Features: The programme will start with Green Hybrid Tugs, which will be powered by green hybrid propulsion systems, and will subsequently adopt non-fossil fuel solutions like Methanol, Ammonia, and Hydrogen.
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the following is the best description of ‘INS Androth’, that was in the news recently?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- ‘Androth’, the second of the 08 x Anti Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (SWC) Project, being built by M/s GRSE (Kolkata) for the Indian Navy was recent.
- First ship: INS Arnala
- Features:
- Androth is also known as the most silent ship
- Name: INS Androth draws its name from the largest and longest island Androth Island, in the Lakshadweep archipelago (strategically important).
- Their primary role is to conduct anti-submarine operations in coastal waters, low-intensity maritime operations and mine-laying operations.
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- ‘Androth’, the second of the 08 x Anti Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (SWC) Project, being built by M/s GRSE (Kolkata) for the Indian Navy was recent.
- First ship: INS Arnala
- Features:
- Androth is also known as the most silent ship
- Name: INS Androth draws its name from the largest and longest island Androth Island, in the Lakshadweep archipelago (strategically important).
- Their primary role is to conduct anti-submarine operations in coastal waters, low-intensity maritime operations and mine-laying operations.
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements :
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- New Development Bank has been set up by APEC.
- The headquarters of New Development Bank is in Shanghai.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- It was created by BRICS in 2014 and headquartered in Shanghai, China.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Development_Bank
Refer: UPSC CSE 2016
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- It was created by BRICS in 2014 and headquartered in Shanghai, China.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Development_Bank
Refer: UPSC CSE 2016
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 points‘European Stability Mechanism’, sometimes seen in the news, is an
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The European Stability Mechanism is a European Union agency that provides financial assistance, in the form of loans, to eurozone countries or as new capital to banks in difficulty.
- esm.europa.eu/
Refer: UPSC CSE 2016
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The European Stability Mechanism is a European Union agency that provides financial assistance, in the form of loans, to eurozone countries or as new capital to banks in difficulty.
- esm.europa.eu/
Refer: UPSC CSE 2016
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