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Introducing yet another ingenious course, InsightsIAS is excited to announce our new initiative QUED – Questions from Editorials. Considering the number of questions that appeared from Editorials in previous year UPSC Prelims Examinations, we feel it is wise for students to cover Editorials from Prelims point of view as well in order to achieve that extra edge. Although, we have covered important editorials separately in our Editorial Section as well as under Secure Initiative, MCQ practice can prove to be crucial for better performance and guaranteed result.
We strongly recommend you at add QUED along with Static Quiz ,Current Affairs Quiz and RTM for your Daily MCQ practice.
We will be posting 5 MCQs at 11am everyday from Monday to Saturday on http://www.insightsonindia.com. QUED will be available under QUIZ menu.
We hope students utilize this initiative to the best of advantage. 🙂
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Suez Canal.
- The Suez Canal is an artificial waterway in Egypt, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez.
- The Suez Canal lies at an elevation much higher than the sea level to allow smooth passage to cargo vessels.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: a)
The Suez Canal is an artificial sea-level waterway in Egypt, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez and dividing Africa and Asia. The 193.30 km long canal is a popular trade route between Europe and Asia.
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Solution: a)
The Suez Canal is an artificial sea-level waterway in Egypt, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez and dividing Africa and Asia. The 193.30 km long canal is a popular trade route between Europe and Asia.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Drip Method of Irrigation (DMI).
- Unlike Flood Method of irrigation (FMI), the drip method supplies water directly to the root zone of a crop through a network of pipes and emitters.
- DMI reduces leaching of water and nutrients below the root zone.
- It prevents disease by minimizing water contact with the leaves, stems, and fruit of plants.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: d)
Unlike Flood Method of irrigation (FMI), the drip method (DMI) supplies water directly to the root zone of a crop through a network of pipes and emitters. Since it supplies water directly to the crop, rather than the land around, water losses occurring through evaporation and distribution are significantly reduced.
Drip irrigation is most suitable for row crops (vegetables, soft fruit), tree and vine crops.
Other Benefits:
- Prevents disease by minimizing water contact with the leaves, stems, and fruit of plants.
- Allows the rows between plants to remain dry, improving access and reducing weed growth.
- Saves time, money, and water because the system is so efficient.
- Decreases labor.
- Increases effectiveness on uneven ground.
- Reduces leaching of water and nutrients below the root zone.
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Solution: d)
Unlike Flood Method of irrigation (FMI), the drip method (DMI) supplies water directly to the root zone of a crop through a network of pipes and emitters. Since it supplies water directly to the crop, rather than the land around, water losses occurring through evaporation and distribution are significantly reduced.
Drip irrigation is most suitable for row crops (vegetables, soft fruit), tree and vine crops.
Other Benefits:
- Prevents disease by minimizing water contact with the leaves, stems, and fruit of plants.
- Allows the rows between plants to remain dry, improving access and reducing weed growth.
- Saves time, money, and water because the system is so efficient.
- Decreases labor.
- Increases effectiveness on uneven ground.
- Reduces leaching of water and nutrients below the root zone.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The Capital account in the external sector consists of
- Short-term debt
- External Commercial Borrowings (ECBs)
- External assistance
- NRI deposit
- Invisibles
- Portfolio investment
Select the correct answer code:
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Solution: d)
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Solution: d)
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
In what ways do naturally-occurring wildfires play an integral role in nature?
- They act as a disinfectant
- They help return nutrients to the soil
- They allow sunlight to reach the forest floor, enabling a new generation of seedlings to grow
Select the correct answer code:
Correct
Solution: c)
“Although often harmful and destructive to humans, naturally occurring wildfires play an integral role in nature. They return nutrients to the soil by burning dead or decaying matter. They also act as a disinfectant, removing disease-ridden plants and harmful insects from a forest ecosystem. And by burning through thick canopies and brushy undergrowth, wildfires allow sunlight to reach the forest floor, enabling a new generation of seedlings to grow.”
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Solution: c)
“Although often harmful and destructive to humans, naturally occurring wildfires play an integral role in nature. They return nutrients to the soil by burning dead or decaying matter. They also act as a disinfectant, removing disease-ridden plants and harmful insects from a forest ecosystem. And by burning through thick canopies and brushy undergrowth, wildfires allow sunlight to reach the forest floor, enabling a new generation of seedlings to grow.”
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Yarlung Tsangpo River.
- It originates at Rongbuk Glacier in southern Tibet.
- The River forms the world’s deepest canyon, Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon.
- The River passes into the state of Arunachal Pradesh.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: b)
The Yarlung Tsangpo is the upper stream of the Brahmaputra River located in the Tibet Autonomous Region, China. It is the longest river of Tibet.
Originating at Angsi Glacier in western Tibet, southeast of Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar, it later forms the South Tibet Valley and Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon before passing into the state of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
Downstream from Arunachal Pradesh the river becomes far wider and is called the Siang. After reaching Assam, the river is known as Brahmaputra. From Assam, the river enters Bangladesh.
When leaving the Tibetan Plateau, the River forms the world’s largest and deepest canyon, Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon.
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Solution: b)
The Yarlung Tsangpo is the upper stream of the Brahmaputra River located in the Tibet Autonomous Region, China. It is the longest river of Tibet.
Originating at Angsi Glacier in western Tibet, southeast of Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar, it later forms the South Tibet Valley and Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon before passing into the state of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
Downstream from Arunachal Pradesh the river becomes far wider and is called the Siang. After reaching Assam, the river is known as Brahmaputra. From Assam, the river enters Bangladesh.
When leaving the Tibetan Plateau, the River forms the world’s largest and deepest canyon, Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon.
