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December 01 2023 Prelims Practice Questions (PPQs)
Questions
- The questions below are based on PMF IAS Daily Current Affairs – December 2023.
Q1. {Envi – UNFCCC} Consider the following statements about Global Stocktake:
- Global Stocktake is an evaluation process established by the Kyoto Protocol.
- It evaluates the carbon dioxide levels to curtail global warming.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Q2. {Geo – EG} Consider the following statements about coking coal:
- Coking coal is a combustible sedimentary rock.
- It is used in thermal power plants.
- It is a type of anthracite coal.
- It is washed to improve its quality.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- Only three
- All four
Q3. {IR – Groupings} Which of the following countries are part of the Five Eyes Alliance?
- USA, China, Canada, Japan, India
- USA, Russia, Japan, Australia, India
- Russia, China, Iran, Canada, India
- USA, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Canada
Q4. {IR – Groupings} Consider the following statements about the Group of 77 (G77):
- G77 is the UN’s largest intergovernmental organisation of developing countries.
- 70 countries formed it and now have membership of 77 countries.
- It works for climate negotiations.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None of these
Q5. {MoAFW – Schemes} Consider the following statements regarding Scheme for Drones to Women SHGs:
- The scheme is a centrally sponsored scheme implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
- The scheme aims to provide interest-free loans to women Self Help Groups (SHGs).
- The scheme aims to promote the use of nano fertilisers.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None of these
Q6. {MoSPI – Schemes} Consider the following regarding the Periodic Labour Force Survey:
- The Ministry of Commerce and Industry releases the survey annually.
- The survey provides yearly estimates for urban areas only.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Q7. {Polity – Act} Consider the following regarding RTI Act, 2005:
- RTI Act has replaced the Freedom of Information Act, 2002.
- Information to an applicant shall be supplied within 15 days.
- The Act doesn’t apply to all intelligence and security organisations.
- If an applicant is dissatisfied with the information, he/she can directly appeal at the High Court.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- Only three
- All four
Q8. {Polity – Election} Consider the following statements about the Indian election:
- EVMs were used for the first time in the by-elections of the Parur Assembly Constituency of Kerala in 1982.
- VVPAT was used for the first time in the by-election to the Noksen Assembly Constituency of Nagaland in 2013.
- Under the VVPAT, voters can verify their vote, which is visible for ten sec.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- Only three
- All four
Q9. {Polity – Election} Consider the following statements about the voting system in India:
- Under-trial prisoners can vote through the postal ballot system.
- Absentee Voters can vote through the postal ballot system.
- A husband of a service voter who ordinarily resides with her can vote through Electronically Transmitted Postal Ballot System (ETPBS).
- Under proxy voting, a proxy must be a registered elector.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- Only three
- None of these
Questions with their Answers and Explanation
Q1. {Envi – UNFCCC} Consider the following statements about Global Stocktake:
- Global Stocktake is an evaluation process established by the Kyoto Protocol.
- It evaluates the carbon dioxide levels to curtail global warming.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Global Stocktake (GST) is an evaluation process established by the Paris Agreement (2015).
- Under the Paris Agreement, nations pledged to limit global warming to well below 2°C above preindustrial levels, with an aspirational target of 1.5 °C.
- To ensure accountability and encourage ramped-up efforts, the agreement mandates a GST every five years, starting in 2023.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- GST is a comprehensive assessment of the world’s progress on climate action.
Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2 | Difficulty Level: Easy
Q2. {Geo – EG} Consider the following statements about coking coal:
- Coking coal is a combustible sedimentary rock.
- It is used in thermal power plants.
- It is a type of anthracite coal.
- It is washed to improve its quality.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- Only three
- All four
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Coal (or black gold) is a combustible sedimentary rock with high carbon and hydrocarbon content.
- It also contains volatile matter, moisture, and ash (sometimes sulphur and phosphorous).
Statement 2 is incorrect
- Coking coal is an essential fuel and reactant for steel production.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Coking coal is a high-quality bituminous coal used to produce coke.
Statement 4 is correct
- Coal washing enriches combustibles in coal by removing non-combustible impurities based on the specific gravity difference between coal and impurities like shale, sand, and stones.
Answer: (b) Only Two | Difficulty Level: Medium
Q3. {IR – Groupings} Which of the following countries are part of the Five Eyes Alliance?
- USA, China, Canada, Japan, India
- USA, Russia, Japan, Australia, India
- Russia, China, Iran, Canada, India
- USA, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Canada
Explanation
- Five Eyes Alliance is an intelligence-sharing alliance of the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
- The core purpose of the Five Eyes alliance is to share intelligence information and collaborate on matters related to national security and defence.
- Its origin is traced back to the Second World War.
- After World War II, the United States and the United Kingdom formalised the UKUSA agreement.
- It was expanded twice by 1956 and formed this alliance.
- Canada joined it in 1949.
- New Zealand and Australia joined it in 1956.
Answer: (d) USA, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Canada | Difficulty Level: Medium
Q4. {IR – Groupings} Consider the following statements about the Group of 77 (G77):
- G77 is the UN’s largest intergovernmental organisation of developing countries.
- 70 countries formed it and now have membership of 77 countries.
- It works for climate negotiations.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None of these
Explanations
Statement 1 is correct
- G77 is the largest intergovernmental organisation of developing countries within the UN.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- It was established in 1964 by 77 developing nations.
- At present, the group comprises 135 member states.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- G77 aims to promote their collective economic interests and strengthen their joint negotiating capacity on international economic issues.
Answer: (a) Only one | Difficulty Level: Easy (Factual)
Q5. {MoAFW – Schemes} Consider the following statements regarding Scheme for Drones to Women SHGs:
- The scheme is a centrally sponsored scheme implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
- The scheme aims to provide interest-free loans to women Self Help Groups (SHGs).
- The scheme aims to promote the use of nano fertilisers.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None of these
Explanations
Statement 1 is incorrect
- The Union Cabinet has approved a central sector scheme to provide drones to women self-help groups (SHGs).
- The scheme converges the efforts and resources of various departments, including the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, the Department of Rural Development, and the Department of Fertilizers.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- Central Financial Assistance, which will be 80% of the cost of the drone as well as accessories/ancillary charges up to a maximum of Rs 8 lakh, will be provided to women SHGs for them to purchase drone.
- The cluster level federation (CLFs) of SHGs may raise the balance amount (total cost of procurement minus subsidy) as loan under National Agriculture Infra Financing Facility (AIF).
- Interest subvention at the rate of 3% on the AIF loan will be provided.
Statement 3 is correct
- To provide drones to 15,000 selected women SHGs during the period 2023-24 to 2025-2026 to provide rental services to farmers for agricultural purposes.
- LFCs will also promote the use of nano fertilisers such as nano urea and nano DAP. The SHGs would use these fertilisers with drones.
Answer: (a) Only one | Difficulty Level: Medium (Factual)
Q6. {MoSPI – Schemes} Consider the following regarding the Periodic Labour Force Survey:
- The Ministry of Commerce and Industry releases the survey annually.
- The survey provides yearly estimates for urban areas only.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation released the Periodic Labour Force Survey results.
Statement 2 is correct
- The PLFS was initiated by the National Statistical Office in 2017 for frequent labour force data.
- The inaugural annual report was published in 2019, utilising data from July 2017 to June 2018.
- PLFS’s objective is to estimate vital employment and unemployment indicators like the Labour Force Participation Rate every three months in urban areas.
- It also aims to provide yearly estimates for both rural and urban regions.
Answer: (b) 2 only | Difficulty Level: Medium
Q7. {Polity – Act} Consider the following regarding RTI Act, 2005:
- RTI Act has replaced the Freedom of Information Act, 2002.
- Information to an applicant shall be supplied within 15 days.
- The Act doesn’t apply to all intelligence and security organisations.
- If an applicant is dissatisfied with the information, he/she can directly appeal at the High Court.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- Only three
- All four
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- RTI Act 2005 empowers citizens to access information under the control of public authorities.
- It replaced the Freedom of Information Act, 2002.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- Information to an applicant shall be supplied within 30 days.
- Life or liberty-related information must be provided within 48 hours.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- The Act doesn’t apply to intelligence and security organisations listed in the Second Schedule, including any information furnished by such organisations to that Government.
- Exception: Information on corruption and human rights violations is not excluded under this.
Statement 4 is incorrect
- Applicants not provided with information or dissatisfied with the information provided can appeal to an officer who is senior in rank to the Public Information Officer.
- If unsatisfied, can make a second appeal to the Central Information Commission.
Answer: (a) Only one | Difficulty Level: Tough
Q8. {Polity – Election} Consider the following statements about the Indian election:
- EVMs were used for the first time in the by-elections of the Parur Assembly Constituency of Kerala in 1982.
- VVPAT was used for the first time in the by-election to the Noksen Assembly Constituency of Nagaland in 2013.
- Under the VVPAT, voters can verify their vote, which is visible for ten sec.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- Only three
- All four
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- EVMs were used for the first time in the by-elections of the Parur Assembly Constituency of Kerala in 1982.
Statement 2 is correct
- VVPAT with EVM was used for the first time in the by-election to the Noksen Assembly Constituency of Nagaland in 2013.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- In the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) system, the voter casts his/her vote by pressing the “blue button” on the Ballot Unit against the candidate of his/her choice.
- Thereafter, a paper slip showing the serial number, name, and symbol of the candidate of his/her choice is generated and is visible for about seven seconds through the transparent window of the Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT).
- This enables voters to verify that the vote has been cast correctly.
Answer: (b) Only two | Difficulty Level: Easy (Very Factual)
Q9. {Polity – Election} Consider the following statements about the voting system in India:
- Under-trial prisoners can vote through the postal ballot system.
- Absentee Voters can vote through the postal ballot system.
- A husband of a service voter who ordinarily resides with her can vote through Electronically Transmitted Postal Ballot System (ETPBS).
- Under proxy voting, a proxy must be a registered elector.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- Only three
- None of these
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect, and 2 is correct
- Under the postal ballot system, voters can cast their vote through the postal ballot (PB) paper.
- The following classes of persons are entitled to vote by post:
- Voters on election duty
- Voters subjected to preventive detention.
- Service voters other than those who opt for proxy voting.
- Special voters like PM, President, etc
- Spouse of Service Voters and Special Voters
- Absentee voters
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Service Voters and the wife of a service voter would be eligible for ETPBS.
- The ETPBS facility is not available for the husband of a lady service voter.
Statement 4 is incorrect
- Under Proxy voting, the proxy should be:
- Any ordinary adult resident of that constituency.
- May not be registered elector.
- Must not be disqualified to be an elector.
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