[MISSION 2024] RTM(Revision through MCQs)- 18 December 2023

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• The Strait of Malacca or Straits of Malacca is a narrow stretch of water, between the Malay Peninsula and the Indonesian island of Sumatra. As the main shipping channel between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, it is one of the most important shipping lanes in the world.
• The Strait of Hormuz is a strait between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/12/18/sultan-of-oman-visit-to-india-india-oman-relations/

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• Dark fibre, also known as unlit fibre, is unused fibre-optic cable and infrastructure. It’s available for purchase or rent from network service providers.
• Dark fibre is used for private networking, internet access, and internet infrastructure networking. It’s typically used for telecom and network communications.
• Dark fibre is different from “lit fibre” which refers to cables that are actively being used. Dark fibre is inactive because no information is passed through it, so no light pulse is transmitted.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/12/18/securities-appellate-tribunal-sat/

Ans: (b)

Explanation:

• The Dare to Dream Contest, initiated in memory of former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, is an annual initiative by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
• Launched in 2019, the contest provides a unique opportunity for start-ups, innovators, entrepreneurs, and individuals above 18 years old to address key challenges in emerging technologies, ultimately contributing to enhancing India’s defence and aerospace capabilities.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/12/18/dare-to-dream-scheme/

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• India has ranked 38 out of 139 countries in the World Bank’s Logistics Performance Index 2023 (2018 rank of India was 44)

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/12/18/logistics-costs-in-india-decreases/

Ans: (b)

Explanation:

• Tax Inspectors Without Borders (TIWB), a joint initiative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), launched a programme in Saint Lucia on 14 th December, 2023.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/12/18/tax-inspectors-without-borders-tiwb-program/

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• Context: Ola has announced the development of a “Made for India” Large Language Model like ChatGPT equivalent called Krutrim.
• Statements 1 and 3 are not correct.
• GPT-3, or the Generative Pre-trained Transformer 3, is indeed an example of a Large Language Model developed by OpenAI. It is known for its ability to understand and generate coherent and contextually relevant text.

Refer:

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/12/18/krutrim/

Ans: (d)

Explanation:

• In the liberal approach which is inherent in democracy, all forms of power are rooted in the will of the people. This approach enhances the rule of law as one of the basic foundations of democracy; it affirms the separation of powers as a vehicle for their restraint, and it promotes individuals’ rights and freedoms as a prerequisite for their dignity.

Refer: UPSC CSE 2021

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• Sugarcane is the least water-efficient crop; because of its great susceptibility to draughts, it requires 1800–2200 mm of water per season. Sugar cane is the world’s greatest crop in terms of volume produced. Sugarcane is grown in both tropical and subtropical climates in India.

Refer: UPSC CSE 2021

Ans: (b)

Explanation:

• Article 39 directs the State to protect and promote the economic welfare of citizens, with special emphasis on the weaker sections of society.

Refer: UPSC CSE 2021

Ans: (d)

Explanation:

• The core element of constitutional government is, the existence of a “Rule-of Law” or set of “basic laws” that binds both public office-holders and all members of a society (i.e. citizens) within a given territory. Presently most states avail of a constitution, which directs the organization of the state, the relations between the public offices within the state, as well the human and civil rights of the individual.

Refer: UPSC CSE 2021