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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statements is most accurate about the Anthropocene epoch?
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Context: According to the Anthropocene Working Group (AWG), sediments at Crawford Lake in Canada’s Ontario have provided evidence of the beginning of the Anthropocene epoch.
- AWG:
- It is an interdisciplinary research group dedicated to the study of the Anthropocene as a geological time unit.
- It was established in 2009 as part of the Subcommission on Quaternary Stratigraphy (SQS), a constituent body of the International Commission on Stratigraphy (ICS).
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/anthropocene-epoch-what-it-means-significance/
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Context: According to the Anthropocene Working Group (AWG), sediments at Crawford Lake in Canada’s Ontario have provided evidence of the beginning of the Anthropocene epoch.
- AWG:
- It is an interdisciplinary research group dedicated to the study of the Anthropocene as a geological time unit.
- It was established in 2009 as part of the Subcommission on Quaternary Stratigraphy (SQS), a constituent body of the International Commission on Stratigraphy (ICS).
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/anthropocene-epoch-what-it-means-significance/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Kui Language
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- Kui language is a vernacular tribal language of Odisha.
- It is written in the Odia script.
- According to the UNESCO site, the Koi language status situation is potentially vulnerable.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation: Kui Language
- Kui language is a vernacular tribal language of Odisha.
- It is also referred to as Kandh, Khondi, Kanda, Kodu, Kuinga.
- It is a South-Eastern Dravidian language mainly spoken by the Kandhas or Kondhs.
- It is written in the Odia script.
- According to information available on the UNESCO site, the Koi language status situation is potentially vulnerable.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/kui-language/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation: Kui Language
- Kui language is a vernacular tribal language of Odisha.
- It is also referred to as Kandh, Khondi, Kanda, Kodu, Kuinga.
- It is a South-Eastern Dravidian language mainly spoken by the Kandhas or Kondhs.
- It is written in the Odia script.
- According to information available on the UNESCO site, the Koi language status situation is potentially vulnerable.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/kui-language/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statements about Shelf Clouds is/are true?
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- About Shelf Clouds:
- Shelf clouds are wedge-shaped formations that appear on the leading edge of storms. They occur when cold and dense air is forcefully driven into a warmer air mass during the downdraft of a thunderstorm.
- How it is formed?
- Shelf clouds form when warm, moist air is lifted rapidly by an advancing thunderstorm or cold front. As the warm air rises, it cools and condenses, forming a cloud. The rising air creates a boundary between the cool, downdraft air from the storm and the warm, updraft air ahead of it. The shelf cloud is usually dark and ominous-looking due to the condensation and the presence of rain or hail within the storm.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/shelf-cloud/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- About Shelf Clouds:
- Shelf clouds are wedge-shaped formations that appear on the leading edge of storms. They occur when cold and dense air is forcefully driven into a warmer air mass during the downdraft of a thunderstorm.
- How it is formed?
- Shelf clouds form when warm, moist air is lifted rapidly by an advancing thunderstorm or cold front. As the warm air rises, it cools and condenses, forming a cloud. The rising air creates a boundary between the cool, downdraft air from the storm and the warm, updraft air ahead of it. The shelf cloud is usually dark and ominous-looking due to the condensation and the presence of rain or hail within the storm.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/shelf-cloud/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about The Association of World Election Bodies (A-WEB):
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- It is the largest association of Election Management Bodies (EMBs) worldwide.
- Its permanent secretariat is located in Paris, France.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation: About The Association of World Election Bodies (A-WEB):
- It is the largest association of Election Management Bodies (EMBs) worldwide.
- Established on October 14, 2013 in Song-do, South Korea.
- Permanent secretariat is located at Seoul.
- Aims to foster efficiency and effectiveness in conducting free, fair, transparent and participative elections worldwide.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/association-of-world-election-bodies-a-web-2/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation: About The Association of World Election Bodies (A-WEB):
- It is the largest association of Election Management Bodies (EMBs) worldwide.
- Established on October 14, 2013 in Song-do, South Korea.
- Permanent secretariat is located at Seoul.
- Aims to foster efficiency and effectiveness in conducting free, fair, transparent and participative elections worldwide.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/association-of-world-election-bodies-a-web-2/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY):
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- It is a Central Sector Scheme.
- The main objective of the scheme is to improve the quality of life of the Senior.
- It also includes the Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana (RVY).
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Aspect Details
- Scheme Name Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana
- Scheme Type Central Sector Scheme
- Former Name National Action Plan for Senior Citizens
- Aim The scheme aims to address the financial, healthcare, and social needs of elderly citizens, recognizing their valuable contributions to society.
- Vision To create a society where senior citizens, live a healthy, happy, and empowered life
- Components Integrated Program for Senior Citizens (IPSrC) 2. State Action Plan for Senior Citizens (SAPSrC)
- Nodal Agency Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Other components: The scheme also includes the Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana (RVY), which provides assisted living devices to senior citizens suffering from age-related disabilities.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/atal-vayo-abhyuday-yojana-avyay/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Aspect Details
- Scheme Name Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana
- Scheme Type Central Sector Scheme
- Former Name National Action Plan for Senior Citizens
- Aim The scheme aims to address the financial, healthcare, and social needs of elderly citizens, recognizing their valuable contributions to society.
- Vision To create a society where senior citizens, live a healthy, happy, and empowered life
- Components Integrated Program for Senior Citizens (IPSrC) 2. State Action Plan for Senior Citizens (SAPSrC)
- Nodal Agency Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Other components: The scheme also includes the Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana (RVY), which provides assisted living devices to senior citizens suffering from age-related disabilities.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/atal-vayo-abhyuday-yojana-avyay/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM) is a payments application and wallet, which allows users to make instant bank transfers.
- National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) charges users for transacting on BHIM.
- BHIM features can be availed without the internet on any mobile phone.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation
- S1: BHIM is not a wallet. It is a payments application which allows users to make instant bank transfers.
- S2: NPCI does not charge any user for transacting on BHIM. Kindly get in touch with your bank to ask for their charges
- S3: Dial *99# to avail features of BHIM without internet on any mobile phone.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/upi-qr-codes-for-cbdc-transactions/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation
- S1: BHIM is not a wallet. It is a payments application which allows users to make instant bank transfers.
- S2: NPCI does not charge any user for transacting on BHIM. Kindly get in touch with your bank to ask for their charges
- S3: Dial *99# to avail features of BHIM without internet on any mobile phone.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/upi-qr-codes-for-cbdc-transactions/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI):
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- It is an initiative of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Indian Banks Association (IBA) under the provisions of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.
- It has developed the National Electronic Toll Collection (NETC) program to meet the electronic tolling requirements of the Indian market.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), an umbrella organisation for operating retail payments and settlement systems in India, is an initiative of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) under the provisions of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, for creating a robust Payment & Settlement Infrastructure in India.
- S2: National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has developed the National Electronic Toll Collection (NETC) program to meet the electronic tolling requirements of the Indian market.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/upi-qr-codes-for-cbdc-transactions/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), an umbrella organisation for operating retail payments and settlement systems in India, is an initiative of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) under the provisions of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, for creating a robust Payment & Settlement Infrastructure in India.
- S2: National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has developed the National Electronic Toll Collection (NETC) program to meet the electronic tolling requirements of the Indian market.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/upi-qr-codes-for-cbdc-transactions/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statements about brucellosis is most accurate?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Context: A seven-year-old student from Kollam, India, has tested positive for Brucellosis, a bacterial infection that can spread from animals to humans.
- The girl was admitted to the hospital with symptoms including severe fever, increased platelet count, and a swollen face.
- About Brucellosis:
- Brucellosis is a bacterial disease caused by various Brucella species, which mainly infect cattle, swine, goats, sheep and dogs.
- Humans generally acquire the disease through direct contact with infected animals, by eating or drinking contaminated animal products or by inhaling airborne agents.
- If not treated promptly, the infection can be life-threatening.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/brucellosis/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Context: A seven-year-old student from Kollam, India, has tested positive for Brucellosis, a bacterial infection that can spread from animals to humans.
- The girl was admitted to the hospital with symptoms including severe fever, increased platelet count, and a swollen face.
- About Brucellosis:
- Brucellosis is a bacterial disease caused by various Brucella species, which mainly infect cattle, swine, goats, sheep and dogs.
- Humans generally acquire the disease through direct contact with infected animals, by eating or drinking contaminated animal products or by inhaling airborne agents.
- If not treated promptly, the infection can be life-threatening.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/brucellosis/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsIn which of the following states is Dudhwa Tiger Reserve located?
Correct
Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Context: Four tigers died within two months in the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve in Uttar Pradesh, India.
- Dudhwa Tiger Reserve:
- The Dudhwa Tiger Reserve is a protected area in Uttar Pradesh located on the India-Nepal border.
- It stretches mainly across the Lakhimpur Kheri and Bahraich districts.
- It is the only place in Uttar Pradesh where both Tigers and Rhinos can be spotted together.
- It is one of the finest examples of exceedingly diverse and productive Terai ecosystems.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/dudhwa-tiger-reserve/
Incorrect
Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- Context: Four tigers died within two months in the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve in Uttar Pradesh, India.
- Dudhwa Tiger Reserve:
- The Dudhwa Tiger Reserve is a protected area in Uttar Pradesh located on the India-Nepal border.
- It stretches mainly across the Lakhimpur Kheri and Bahraich districts.
- It is the only place in Uttar Pradesh where both Tigers and Rhinos can be spotted together.
- It is one of the finest examples of exceedingly diverse and productive Terai ecosystems.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/dudhwa-tiger-reserve/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM) is a payments application and wallet, which allows users to make instant bank transfers.
- National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) charges users for transacting on BHIM.
- BHIM features can be availed without the internet on any mobile phone.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation
- S1: BHIM is not a wallet. It is a payments application which allows users to make instant bank transfers.
- S2: NPCI does not charge any user for transacting on BHIM. Kindly get in touch with your bank to ask for their charges
- S3: Dial *99# to avail features of BHIM without internet on any mobile phone.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/upi-qr-codes-for-cbdc-transactions/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation
- S1: BHIM is not a wallet. It is a payments application which allows users to make instant bank transfers.
- S2: NPCI does not charge any user for transacting on BHIM. Kindly get in touch with your bank to ask for their charges
- S3: Dial *99# to avail features of BHIM without internet on any mobile phone.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/07/13/upi-qr-codes-for-cbdc-transactions/
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