[MISSION 2023] RTM(Revision through MCQs)- 19 May 2023

Ans: (c )

Explanation:

• Seeks to “prevent the infliction of unnecessary pain or suffering on animals”.
• The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) was established in 1962 under Section 4 of the Act.
• This Act provides for punishment for causing unnecessary cruelty and suffering to animals. The Act defines animals and different forms of animals.
• It provides the guidelines relating to experimentation on animals for scientific purposes.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/05/19/jallikattu-kambala-can-go-on-in-tamil-nadu-and-karnataka-sc/

Ans: (c )

Explanation: About the chir pine:

• It is a species of pine tree that is native to the Himalayan region. It is a fast-growing evergreen tree and forms dense forests in the sub-tropical and temperate regions of Uttarakhand.
• Owing to its shallow roots it is attributed to soil erosion, particularly in the Himalayas. It does not allow any vegetation to grow around it by making soil more acidic through its fallen needles.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/05/19/combating-forest-fires-in-uttarakhand/

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), headed by the Prime Minister of India, is the apex body for Disaster Management in India.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/05/19/combating-forest-fires-in-uttarakhand/

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• The correct answer is (A). When the government hits the debt ceiling, it is unable to borrow any more money to pay its bills. This can lead to a government shutdown, which means that many government services will be closed. It can also lead to a default on the national debt, which would have a significant impact on the economy.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/05/19/us-debt-ceiling-deal/

Ans: (b)

Explanation:

• The scenario you described is an example of predatory pricing. Predatory pricing occurs when a company intentionally sets its prices below cost or at an unsustainable level in order to undercut competitors and drive them out of the market. By selling at a loss for a period of time, the predatory company aims to weaken or eliminate competition and gain a dominant position in the market. Once competitors are forced out, the predatory company may then raise prices to recoup its losses or to exploit its newfound market power. Predatory pricing is generally considered anti-competitive and may be subject to legal scrutiny in many jurisdictions.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/05/19/minimum-import-price-for-apples/

Ans: (d)

Explanation:

• The answer is (D). Predatory pricing is a pricing strategy that is used to drive competitors out of business, not to increase profits. By setting prices below the cost of production, a company can force its competitors to either match the prices and lose money, or raise their prices and lose market share. Once the competitors have been driven out of business, the company can then raise prices and increase profits.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/05/19/minimum-import-price-for-apples/

Ans: (c )

Explanation:

• Dimension Information
• About: PMMSY (Under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry) was launched in 2020 for the sustainable development of the fisheries sector and to bring about the ‘Blue Revolution’.
• Implementation: It is being implemented in all States and Union Territories for a period of 5 years from FY 2020-21 to FY 2024-25. It provides insurance coverage, and financial assistance to fishermen.
• Aim and Objectives Rural development and boosting the rural economy; “Reform, Perform and Transform” motto; Core and trunk infrastructure development and Modernization of Indian fisheries

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/05/19/pradhan-mantri-matsyasampada-yojana-pmmsy/

Ans: (d)

Explanation:

• All of these are protected scheduled animals under the Wildlife Act.
• http://envfor.nic.in/legis/wildlife/wildlife2s1.pdf

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/05/19/gharials/

Ans: (b )

Explanation:

• Option A: Gharials inhabit deep freshwater habitats, not both freshwater and saltwater habitats as inhabited by crocodile species. So, A is ruled out. Option A is the home of saltwater crocodile.
• Option B: Gharials can be naturally found in National Chambal Gharial Wildlife Sanctuary.
• The gharial is one of three crocodilians native to India, the other two being the mugger crocodile and the saltwater crocodile.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/05/19/gharials/

Ans: (b)

Explanation:

• Statement 1: The inaugural IONS-2008 was held in New Delhi, India. CNS, Indian Navy was designated the Chairman IONS for the period 2008-10.
• Statement 2: It is correct http://ions.gov.in/about_ions

Refer: UPSC CSE 2017