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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about the National Blockchain Framework (NBF) and Vishvasya- Blockchain Technology Stack:
- The National Blockchain Framework (NBF) aims to utilize blockchain in areas like health, agriculture, and finance.
- Vishvasya offers a lightweight platform called NBFLite for research and learning.
- The main challenge of the NBF is the lack of available cloud infrastructure in India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: a)
Statement 1 is correct, as the National Blockchain Framework (NBF) aims to apply blockchain technology in various sectors such as health, agriculture, and finance.
Statement 2 is also correct because Vishvasya offers NBFLite, a lightweight platform for research and learning on blockchain applications.
Statement 3 is incorrect, as the challenge for NBF is not primarily related to cloud infrastructure, given that BaaS (Blockchain-as-a-Service) provides cloud-based tools to manage blockchain applications.
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Solution: a)
Statement 1 is correct, as the National Blockchain Framework (NBF) aims to apply blockchain technology in various sectors such as health, agriculture, and finance.
Statement 2 is also correct because Vishvasya offers NBFLite, a lightweight platform for research and learning on blockchain applications.
Statement 3 is incorrect, as the challenge for NBF is not primarily related to cloud infrastructure, given that BaaS (Blockchain-as-a-Service) provides cloud-based tools to manage blockchain applications.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following is not a notable feature of Saturn as compared to Jupiter?
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Solution: c)
The Great Red Spot is a notable feature of Jupiter, a giant storm that has been ongoing for centuries. Saturn, on the other hand, is known for its spectacular ring system with seven rings, and it also has the large moon Titan. Saturn has a longer orbital period of 29.5 Earth years compared to Jupiter’s 11.9 years.
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Solution: c)
The Great Red Spot is a notable feature of Jupiter, a giant storm that has been ongoing for centuries. Saturn, on the other hand, is known for its spectacular ring system with seven rings, and it also has the large moon Titan. Saturn has a longer orbital period of 29.5 Earth years compared to Jupiter’s 11.9 years.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
What is the role of Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) in blockchain technology?
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Solution: d)
Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) offers cloud-based infrastructure and tools that enable businesses and developers to build, deploy, and manage blockchain applications without the need for creating or maintaining the blockchain infrastructure themselves. Microsoft Azure’s BaaS is an example, allowing businesses to quickly set up blockchain applications.
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Solution: d)
Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) offers cloud-based infrastructure and tools that enable businesses and developers to build, deploy, and manage blockchain applications without the need for creating or maintaining the blockchain infrastructure themselves. Microsoft Azure’s BaaS is an example, allowing businesses to quickly set up blockchain applications.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which bay in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands has been designated as a ‘Major Port’ for the Great Nicobar Island International Container Transshipment Terminal (GNIICTT) project?
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Solution: b)
Galathea Bay, located in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, has been designated as a ‘Major Port’ by the Centre, marking the initiation of the 44,000 crore Great Nicobar Island International Container Transshipment Terminal (GNIICTT) project. This terminal is set to be a key infrastructure component in India’s efforts to capture transhipment cargo currently handled abroad and to bolster its maritime capabilities.
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Solution: b)
Galathea Bay, located in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, has been designated as a ‘Major Port’ by the Centre, marking the initiation of the 44,000 crore Great Nicobar Island International Container Transshipment Terminal (GNIICTT) project. This terminal is set to be a key infrastructure component in India’s efforts to capture transhipment cargo currently handled abroad and to bolster its maritime capabilities.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the moons of Jupiter and Saturn:
- Both Jupiter and Saturn have numerous moons due to their large size and gravitational influence.
- Jupiter has more moons than Saturn.
- Titan is the largest moon of Saturn.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: a)
Statement 1 is correct as both Jupiter and Saturn have many moons due to their large size and strong gravitational influence.
Statement 2 is incorrect because Saturn has more moons than Jupiter, with 145 moons compared to Jupiter’s 95.
Statement 3 is correct, as Titan is the largest moon of Saturn.
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Solution: a)
Statement 1 is correct as both Jupiter and Saturn have many moons due to their large size and strong gravitational influence.
Statement 2 is incorrect because Saturn has more moons than Jupiter, with 145 moons compared to Jupiter’s 95.
Statement 3 is correct, as Titan is the largest moon of Saturn.
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