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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Smart Cities Mission (SCM):
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- It is an initiative of the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry.
- The Mission is operated as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- The Smart Cities Mission is an initiative of the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry that was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 25, 2015. Cities across the country were asked to submit proposals for projects to improve municipal services and to make their jurisdictions more liveable.
- The Mission is operated as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme. Central Government will give financial support to the extent of Rs. 48,000 crores over 5 years i.e. on an average Rs.100 crore per city per year. An equal amount on a matching basis is to be provided by the State/ULB. Additional resources are to be raised through convergence, from ULBs’ own funds, grants under Finance Commission, innovative finance mechanisms such as Municipal Bonds, other government programs and borrowings. Emphasis has been given on the participation of private sector through Public Private Partnerships (PPP). Citizens’ aspirations were captured in the Smart City Proposals (SCPs) prepared by the selected cities. Aggregated at the national level, these proposals contained more than 5,000 projects worth over Rs. 2,00,000 crores, of which 45 percent is to be funded through Mission grants, 21 percent through convergence, 21 percent through PPP and rest from other sources.
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- The Smart Cities Mission is an initiative of the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry that was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 25, 2015. Cities across the country were asked to submit proposals for projects to improve municipal services and to make their jurisdictions more liveable.
- The Mission is operated as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme. Central Government will give financial support to the extent of Rs. 48,000 crores over 5 years i.e. on an average Rs.100 crore per city per year. An equal amount on a matching basis is to be provided by the State/ULB. Additional resources are to be raised through convergence, from ULBs’ own funds, grants under Finance Commission, innovative finance mechanisms such as Municipal Bonds, other government programs and borrowings. Emphasis has been given on the participation of private sector through Public Private Partnerships (PPP). Citizens’ aspirations were captured in the Smart City Proposals (SCPs) prepared by the selected cities. Aggregated at the national level, these proposals contained more than 5,000 projects worth over Rs. 2,00,000 crores, of which 45 percent is to be funded through Mission grants, 21 percent through convergence, 21 percent through PPP and rest from other sources.
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY):
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- It is a demand-driven placement linked skill training initiative working under the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM).
- It mandates one-third of the total candidates being trained under the scheme to be women.
- The programme has an outcome led design with guaranteed placements for at least 70% trained candidates and is moving towards minimum mandatory certification.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation: About DDUGKY
- Launched: 2014
- Ministry: Under Rural Development
- Part of the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM)
- Objective: Demand-led skill training aimed at rural poor youth between 15 and 35 years of age. Mandatory coverage of socially disadvantaged groups (SC/ST 50%; Minority 15%; Women 33%). The emphasis is on Career Progression rather than just training.
- The programme has an outcome led design with guaranteed placements for at least 70% trained candidates and is moving towards minimum mandatory certification.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation: About DDUGKY
- Launched: 2014
- Ministry: Under Rural Development
- Part of the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM)
- Objective: Demand-led skill training aimed at rural poor youth between 15 and 35 years of age. Mandatory coverage of socially disadvantaged groups (SC/ST 50%; Minority 15%; Women 33%). The emphasis is on Career Progression rather than just training.
- The programme has an outcome led design with guaranteed placements for at least 70% trained candidates and is moving towards minimum mandatory certification.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Universal Acceptance Day:
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- It is a day to encourage policies towards inclusive and multilateral internet.
- This event was organized by the NITI Aayog.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) organised a two-day event on Universal Acceptance Day (March 28) to promote multilingual internet for digital inclusion in India
- The event was organized by the National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI)
- What is Universal Acceptance day?
- It is a day to encourage policies towards inclusive and multi-lateral internet.
- Organized by: Collaborative effort of Universal Acceptance Steering Group (UASG), and Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)
- Potential: Experts noted that the next 1 billion internet users are likely to come from non-English speaking countries, heightening the importance of a multilingual internet.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) organised a two-day event on Universal Acceptance Day (March 28) to promote multilingual internet for digital inclusion in India
- The event was organized by the National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI)
- What is Universal Acceptance day?
- It is a day to encourage policies towards inclusive and multi-lateral internet.
- Organized by: Collaborative effort of Universal Acceptance Steering Group (UASG), and Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)
- Potential: Experts noted that the next 1 billion internet users are likely to come from non-English speaking countries, heightening the importance of a multilingual internet.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsQuantum technologies have applications in which of the following areas
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- Aero-space engineering
- Numerical weather prediction
- Securing the communications & financial transactions
- Agriculture
- Cyber security
Select the correct answer code:
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Quantum technologies are rapidly developing globally with a huge disruptive potential. Their applications which will receive boost include those in aero-space engineering, numerical weather prediction, simulations, securing the communications & financial transactions, cyber security, advanced manufacturing, health, agriculture, education and other important sectors with focus on creation of high skilled jobs, human resources development, start-ups & entrepreneurship leading to technology lead economic growth.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Quantum technologies are rapidly developing globally with a huge disruptive potential. Their applications which will receive boost include those in aero-space engineering, numerical weather prediction, simulations, securing the communications & financial transactions, cyber security, advanced manufacturing, health, agriculture, education and other important sectors with focus on creation of high skilled jobs, human resources development, start-ups & entrepreneurship leading to technology lead economic growth.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsWhat is quantum coherence?
Correct
Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- A property of quantum systems where particles exhibit correlated behavior
- Explanation: Quantum coherence refers to the correlation and phase relationship between particles in a quantum system. It allows quantum systems to display behaviors that are not seen in classical systems, such as superposition and interference.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- A property of quantum systems where particles exhibit correlated behavior
- Explanation: Quantum coherence refers to the correlation and phase relationship between particles in a quantum system. It allows quantum systems to display behaviors that are not seen in classical systems, such as superposition and interference.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsThe piezoelectric effect states that when mechanical stress or forces are applied on quartz crystal,
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Certain materials produce electric charges on their surface when mechanical stress is applied on them. This effect is called piezoelectric effect.
- Context: Scientists have reported evidence of the piezoelectric effect in liquids for the first time, in pure ionic liquids at room temperature.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Certain materials produce electric charges on their surface when mechanical stress is applied on them. This effect is called piezoelectric effect.
- Context: Scientists have reported evidence of the piezoelectric effect in liquids for the first time, in pure ionic liquids at room temperature.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about National Database on Sexual Offenders (NDSO):
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- NDSO is a central database of sexual offenders, which is being maintained by the Delhi Police.
- It contains the fingerprint details of offenders involved in sexual offenses.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation: National Database of Sexual Offenders (NDSO)
- (est. 2018; Ministry: Home; Database maintained by NCRB)
- It is a searchable registry of over 13 lakh sexual offenders in India. It contains the names, addresses, photographs, and fingerprint details of offenders involved in sexual offenses.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation: National Database of Sexual Offenders (NDSO)
- (est. 2018; Ministry: Home; Database maintained by NCRB)
- It is a searchable registry of over 13 lakh sexual offenders in India. It contains the names, addresses, photographs, and fingerprint details of offenders involved in sexual offenses.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB):
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- It is a statutory multi-disciplinary body established by the Government of India.
- It is set up under the Chairmanship of the Minister for Environment and Forests.
- It collects and collates intelligence related to organized wildlife crime activities.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB):
- It is a statutory multi-disciplinary body established by the Government of India under the MoEFCC, to combat organized wildlife crime in the country.
- Under Section 38 (Z) of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972,
- it is mandated:
- To collect and collate intelligence related to organized wildlife crime activities.
- To disseminate the same to State and other enforcement agencies for immediate action so as to apprehend the criminals.
- To establish a centralized wildlife crime data bank.
- Assist foreign authorities and international organization concerned to facilitate co-ordination and universal action for wildlife crime control.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB):
- It is a statutory multi-disciplinary body established by the Government of India under the MoEFCC, to combat organized wildlife crime in the country.
- Under Section 38 (Z) of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972,
- it is mandated:
- To collect and collate intelligence related to organized wildlife crime activities.
- To disseminate the same to State and other enforcement agencies for immediate action so as to apprehend the criminals.
- To establish a centralized wildlife crime data bank.
- Assist foreign authorities and international organization concerned to facilitate co-ordination and universal action for wildlife crime control.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about The Sarus crane:
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- It is categorized as ‘critically endangered’ in the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red Data Book.
- It is listed in Schedule I in the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
- In India, it is usually found in wetlands and is the state bird of Uttar Pradesh.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- It is a large non-migratory crane found in parts of the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Australia.
- Standing at 152-156 centimetres, it is the world’s tallest flying bird classified as ‘Vulnerable’ on the IUCN Red List and is a CITES Appendix II
- In India, it is usually found in wetlands and is the state bird of UP.
- It is protected under Schedule 3 of the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- It is a large non-migratory crane found in parts of the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Australia.
- Standing at 152-156 centimetres, it is the world’s tallest flying bird classified as ‘Vulnerable’ on the IUCN Red List and is a CITES Appendix II
- In India, it is usually found in wetlands and is the state bird of UP.
- It is protected under Schedule 3 of the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- It lies in between Lang River on the North side and famous Namdapha National Park on its south.
- This Wildlife Sanctuary contains all four big cats (Tiger, Leopard, Clouded Leopard and Snow Leopard).
- Glao or Glow Lake is the most significant water body inside this sanctuary.
The above given statements refers to which one of the following protected areas?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Kamlang Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the South-Eastern part of Lohit District of Arunachal Pradesh. The name comes from the River Kamlang, which flows through the Sanctuary and joins Brahmaputra.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Kamlang Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the South-Eastern part of Lohit District of Arunachal Pradesh. The name comes from the River Kamlang, which flows through the Sanctuary and joins Brahmaputra.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/29/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-29-march-2023/
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