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January 15-16 2024 Current Affairs MCQs
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[Quiz] Daily Current Affairs MCQs – January 15-16 2024
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Question 1 of 11
1. Question
Q1. {Envi – Species} Consider the following statements about Snow Leopards:
- Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park holds the largest captive population of snow leopards in the world.
- Snow leopards are listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Darjeeling zoo, also known as the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, holds the largest captive population of snow leopards in the world.
- It is the largest high-altitude zoo in India. It specializes in breeding animals adapted to alpine conditions.
- It has successful captive breeding programs for the snow leopard, the endangered Himalayan wolf and the red panda.
- The zoo serves as the central hub for Central Zoo Authority of India’s red panda program. It is a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA).
Statement 2 is incorrect
- Snow leopards are classified as “Vulnerable” on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
- This means that they are facing a high risk of extinction in the wild in the medium-term future unless the threats to their survival are reduced.
Answer: (a) 1 Only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Darjeeling zoo, also known as the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, holds the largest captive population of snow leopards in the world.
- It is the largest high-altitude zoo in India. It specializes in breeding animals adapted to alpine conditions.
- It has successful captive breeding programs for the snow leopard, the endangered Himalayan wolf and the red panda.
- The zoo serves as the central hub for Central Zoo Authority of India’s red panda program. It is a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA).
Statement 2 is incorrect
- Snow leopards are classified as “Vulnerable” on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
- This means that they are facing a high risk of extinction in the wild in the medium-term future unless the threats to their survival are reduced.
Answer: (a) 1 Only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Darjeeling zoo, also known as the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, holds the largest captive population of snow leopards in the world.
- It is the largest high-altitude zoo in India. It specializes in breeding animals adapted to alpine conditions.
- It has successful captive breeding programs for the snow leopard, the endangered Himalayan wolf and the red panda.
- The zoo serves as the central hub for Central Zoo Authority of India’s red panda program. It is a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA).
Statement 2 is incorrect
- Snow leopards are classified as “Vulnerable” on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
- This means that they are facing a high risk of extinction in the wild in the medium-term future unless the threats to their survival are reduced.
Answer: (a) 1 Only; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 2 of 11
2. Question
Q2. {Prelims – In News} Consider the following statements with respect to Operation AMRITH:
- It aims to curb the illegal trade of Timber, including Red Sanders.
- It is an initiative of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Operation AMRITH – Antimicrobial Resistance Intervention for Total Health to prevent the overuse of antibiotics in the state.
- Operation Amrith is aimed at conducting surprise raids in retail medical shops for detecting OTC sale of antibiotics that was launched by the Kerala state government.
- Under the operation a Toll-Free Number is provided for lodging complaints against medical shops, according to the department.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- The Operation AMRITH was recently conducted by the Kerala state government to tackle antimicrobial resistance.
- With regards to surveillance, the Kerala government launched Kerala Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Network (KARS-NET) for human use surveillance.
- The Kerala State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) also inaugurated an AMR laboratory for environmental surveillance of AMR in August 2023.
- Operation Sesha – To curb the illegal trade of Timber, including Red Sanders.
Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Operation AMRITH – Antimicrobial Resistance Intervention for Total Health to prevent the overuse of antibiotics in the state.
- Operation Amrith is aimed at conducting surprise raids in retail medical shops for detecting OTC sale of antibiotics that was launched by the Kerala state government.
- Under the operation a Toll-Free Number is provided for lodging complaints against medical shops, according to the department.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- The Operation AMRITH was recently conducted by the Kerala state government to tackle antimicrobial resistance.
- With regards to surveillance, the Kerala government launched Kerala Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Network (KARS-NET) for human use surveillance.
- The Kerala State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) also inaugurated an AMR laboratory for environmental surveillance of AMR in August 2023.
- Operation Sesha – To curb the illegal trade of Timber, including Red Sanders.
Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Operation AMRITH – Antimicrobial Resistance Intervention for Total Health to prevent the overuse of antibiotics in the state.
- Operation Amrith is aimed at conducting surprise raids in retail medical shops for detecting OTC sale of antibiotics that was launched by the Kerala state government.
- Under the operation a Toll-Free Number is provided for lodging complaints against medical shops, according to the department.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- The Operation AMRITH was recently conducted by the Kerala state government to tackle antimicrobial resistance.
- With regards to surveillance, the Kerala government launched Kerala Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Network (KARS-NET) for human use surveillance.
- The Kerala State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) also inaugurated an AMR laboratory for environmental surveillance of AMR in August 2023.
- Operation Sesha – To curb the illegal trade of Timber, including Red Sanders.
Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 3 of 11
3. Question
Q3. {S&T – Plants} Consider the following statements about Thylakoid Membranes:
- Chlorophyll is located within the thylakoid membrane of the chloroplast.
- The thylakoid membrane is the site of photochemical and electron transport reactions of oxygenic photosynthesis.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Thylakoids are little pouches located in the chloroplasts of plants.
- They store chlorophyll, the substance in plant that reacts to sunlight and triggers photosynthesis.
- They are found in ancient, light-sensitive bacteria called cyanobacteria.
- Thylakoids in even older cyanobacterial microfossils may have played a major role in the ‘Great Oxygenation’ of the early Earth around 2.4 billion years ago.
- Around that time, the oxygen released by cyanobacteria, filled the ocean and made its waters oxygen rich. Over time, this oxygen started escaping into the atmosphere, where it reacted with methane.
- As more oxygen escaped, methane was eventually displaced, and oxygen became a major component of the atmosphere. This event is known as the Great Oxidation Event.
Statement 2 is correct
- The thylakoid membrane is the site of photochemical and electron transport reactions of oxygenic photosynthesis.
- Besides providing a lipid bilayer matrix, thylakoid lipids are integrated in photosynthetic complexes particularly in photosystems I and II and play important roles in electron transport processes.
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Thylakoids are little pouches located in the chloroplasts of plants.
- They store chlorophyll, the substance in plant that reacts to sunlight and triggers photosynthesis.
- They are found in ancient, light-sensitive bacteria called cyanobacteria.
- Thylakoids in even older cyanobacterial microfossils may have played a major role in the ‘Great Oxygenation’ of the early Earth around 2.4 billion years ago.
- Around that time, the oxygen released by cyanobacteria, filled the ocean and made its waters oxygen rich. Over time, this oxygen started escaping into the atmosphere, where it reacted with methane.
- As more oxygen escaped, methane was eventually displaced, and oxygen became a major component of the atmosphere. This event is known as the Great Oxidation Event.
Statement 2 is correct
- The thylakoid membrane is the site of photochemical and electron transport reactions of oxygenic photosynthesis.
- Besides providing a lipid bilayer matrix, thylakoid lipids are integrated in photosynthetic complexes particularly in photosystems I and II and play important roles in electron transport processes.
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Thylakoids are little pouches located in the chloroplasts of plants.
- They store chlorophyll, the substance in plant that reacts to sunlight and triggers photosynthesis.
- They are found in ancient, light-sensitive bacteria called cyanobacteria.
- Thylakoids in even older cyanobacterial microfossils may have played a major role in the ‘Great Oxygenation’ of the early Earth around 2.4 billion years ago.
- Around that time, the oxygen released by cyanobacteria, filled the ocean and made its waters oxygen rich. Over time, this oxygen started escaping into the atmosphere, where it reacted with methane.
- As more oxygen escaped, methane was eventually displaced, and oxygen became a major component of the atmosphere. This event is known as the Great Oxidation Event.
Statement 2 is correct
- The thylakoid membrane is the site of photochemical and electron transport reactions of oxygenic photosynthesis.
- Besides providing a lipid bilayer matrix, thylakoid lipids are integrated in photosynthetic complexes particularly in photosystems I and II and play important roles in electron transport processes.
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 4 of 11
4. Question
Q4. {Envi – Conservation} Which of the following Tiger Reserve has been designated as India’s first Dark Sky Park and the fifth in Asia, protecting the night sky and preventing light pollution?
Correct
Explanation
- The Pench Tiger Reserve (PTR) in Maharashtra is India’s first Dark Sky Park within a tiger reserve for earmarking areas around the park that restrict light pollution for stargazers to access pristine dark skies.
- Dark Sky Place certification focuses on lighting policy, dark sky-friendly retrofits, outreach and education, and monitoring the night sky.
- This designation positions Pench Tiger Reserve as a sanctuary where tourists can witness celestial spectacles, shielded from the intrusion of artificial light pollution.
- PTR became the fifth such park in Asia.
- The certification was given by the International Dark-Sky Association, a global dark-sky movement to promote astronomy.
Answer: (c) Pench Tiger Reserve; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
- The Pench Tiger Reserve (PTR) in Maharashtra is India’s first Dark Sky Park within a tiger reserve for earmarking areas around the park that restrict light pollution for stargazers to access pristine dark skies.
- Dark Sky Place certification focuses on lighting policy, dark sky-friendly retrofits, outreach and education, and monitoring the night sky.
- This designation positions Pench Tiger Reserve as a sanctuary where tourists can witness celestial spectacles, shielded from the intrusion of artificial light pollution.
- PTR became the fifth such park in Asia.
- The certification was given by the International Dark-Sky Association, a global dark-sky movement to promote astronomy.
Answer: (c) Pench Tiger Reserve; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
- The Pench Tiger Reserve (PTR) in Maharashtra is India’s first Dark Sky Park within a tiger reserve for earmarking areas around the park that restrict light pollution for stargazers to access pristine dark skies.
- Dark Sky Place certification focuses on lighting policy, dark sky-friendly retrofits, outreach and education, and monitoring the night sky.
- This designation positions Pench Tiger Reserve as a sanctuary where tourists can witness celestial spectacles, shielded from the intrusion of artificial light pollution.
- PTR became the fifth such park in Asia.
- The certification was given by the International Dark-Sky Association, a global dark-sky movement to promote astronomy.
Answer: (c) Pench Tiger Reserve; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 5 of 11
5. Question
Q5. {IE – Institutions} Global Gender Gap Report is published by?
Correct
Explanation
- The Global Gender Gap Report is an index designed to measure gender equality. It was first published in 2006 by the World Economic Forum.
- The Global Gender Gap Index annually benchmarks the current state and evolution of gender parity across four key dimensions (Economic Participation and Opportunity, Educational Attainment, Health and Survival, and Political Empowerment).
- It is the longest-standing index tracking the progress of numerous countries’ efforts towards closing these gaps over time since its inception in 2006.
- According to the 2023 Global Gender Gap Index no country has yet achieved full gender parity, although the top nine countries (Iceland, Norway, Finland, New Zealand, Sweden, Germany, Nicaragua, Namibia and Lithuania) have closed at least 80% of their gap.
- For the 14th year running, Iceland (91.2%) takes the top position. It also continues to be the only country to have closed more than 90% of its gender gap.
Answer: (d) World Economic Forum; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
- The Global Gender Gap Report is an index designed to measure gender equality. It was first published in 2006 by the World Economic Forum.
- The Global Gender Gap Index annually benchmarks the current state and evolution of gender parity across four key dimensions (Economic Participation and Opportunity, Educational Attainment, Health and Survival, and Political Empowerment).
- It is the longest-standing index tracking the progress of numerous countries’ efforts towards closing these gaps over time since its inception in 2006.
- According to the 2023 Global Gender Gap Index no country has yet achieved full gender parity, although the top nine countries (Iceland, Norway, Finland, New Zealand, Sweden, Germany, Nicaragua, Namibia and Lithuania) have closed at least 80% of their gap.
- For the 14th year running, Iceland (91.2%) takes the top position. It also continues to be the only country to have closed more than 90% of its gender gap.
Answer: (d) World Economic Forum; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
- The Global Gender Gap Report is an index designed to measure gender equality. It was first published in 2006 by the World Economic Forum.
- The Global Gender Gap Index annually benchmarks the current state and evolution of gender parity across four key dimensions (Economic Participation and Opportunity, Educational Attainment, Health and Survival, and Political Empowerment).
- It is the longest-standing index tracking the progress of numerous countries’ efforts towards closing these gaps over time since its inception in 2006.
- According to the 2023 Global Gender Gap Index no country has yet achieved full gender parity, although the top nine countries (Iceland, Norway, Finland, New Zealand, Sweden, Germany, Nicaragua, Namibia and Lithuania) have closed at least 80% of their gap.
- For the 14th year running, Iceland (91.2%) takes the top position. It also continues to be the only country to have closed more than 90% of its gender gap.
Answer: (d) World Economic Forum; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 6 of 11
6. Question
Q6. {Social Sector – Poverty} The Multi-dimensional Poverty Index (MPI) developed by Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative with UNDP support covers which of the following?
- Deprivation of education, health, assets and services at household level.
- Purchasing power parity at national level.
- Extent of budget deficit and GDP growth rate at national level.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- MPI tracks deprivation across three dimensions and 10 indicators: health (child mortality, nutrition), education (years of schooling, enrollment), and living standards (water, sanitation, electricity, cooking fuel, floor, assets).
- Multidimensional poverty measures can be used to create a more comprehensive picture. They reveal who is poor and how they are poor – the range of different disadvantages they experience.
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Hence, Statement 2 and Statement 3 are incorrect.
Answer: (a) 1 Only; Difficulty Level: Easy
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- MPI tracks deprivation across three dimensions and 10 indicators: health (child mortality, nutrition), education (years of schooling, enrollment), and living standards (water, sanitation, electricity, cooking fuel, floor, assets).
- Multidimensional poverty measures can be used to create a more comprehensive picture. They reveal who is poor and how they are poor – the range of different disadvantages they experience.
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Hence, Statement 2 and Statement 3 are incorrect.
Answer: (a) 1 Only; Difficulty Level: Easy
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- MPI tracks deprivation across three dimensions and 10 indicators: health (child mortality, nutrition), education (years of schooling, enrollment), and living standards (water, sanitation, electricity, cooking fuel, floor, assets).
- Multidimensional poverty measures can be used to create a more comprehensive picture. They reveal who is poor and how they are poor – the range of different disadvantages they experience.
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Hence, Statement 2 and Statement 3 are incorrect.
Answer: (a) 1 Only; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Question 7 of 11
7. Question
Q7. {Prelims – Initiatives} Samavesha project, sometimes in news is related to which of the following?
Correct
Explanation
- Samvesha Project aims to enhance research collaboration in India by improving accessibility to facilities and labs.
- The platform allows researchers and industries to connect with institutions that have the required equipment, enabling them to rent it for experiments.
- The initiative aims to save capital expenditure for researchers, industries, and startups and prevent duplication of resources at the national level.
- The Indian Science, Technology, and Engineering Facilities Map (I-STEM) is a national web portal that helps researchers find the facilities they need for their R&D work. The portal also aims to connect resources to researchers.
Answer: (a) Aims to enhance research collaboration in India by improving accessibility to facilities and labs; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
- Samvesha Project aims to enhance research collaboration in India by improving accessibility to facilities and labs.
- The platform allows researchers and industries to connect with institutions that have the required equipment, enabling them to rent it for experiments.
- The initiative aims to save capital expenditure for researchers, industries, and startups and prevent duplication of resources at the national level.
- The Indian Science, Technology, and Engineering Facilities Map (I-STEM) is a national web portal that helps researchers find the facilities they need for their R&D work. The portal also aims to connect resources to researchers.
Answer: (a) Aims to enhance research collaboration in India by improving accessibility to facilities and labs; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
- Samvesha Project aims to enhance research collaboration in India by improving accessibility to facilities and labs.
- The platform allows researchers and industries to connect with institutions that have the required equipment, enabling them to rent it for experiments.
- The initiative aims to save capital expenditure for researchers, industries, and startups and prevent duplication of resources at the national level.
- The Indian Science, Technology, and Engineering Facilities Map (I-STEM) is a national web portal that helps researchers find the facilities they need for their R&D work. The portal also aims to connect resources to researchers.
Answer: (a) Aims to enhance research collaboration in India by improving accessibility to facilities and labs; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 8 of 11
8. Question
Q8. {Prelims – Awards} Consider the following statements about Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar:
- Award aims to recognize lifetime achievements and distinguished contributions and encourage young scientists and exceptional teams in various science and technology domains.
- The Department of Science and Technology coordinates the awards.
- Vigyan Ratna is given to researchers, technologists, and innovators for their distinguished contributions.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar recognises the outstanding contributions of researchers, technologists, and innovators in various fields of science and technology.
- It aims to recognize lifetime achievements and distinguished contributions and encourage young scientists and exceptional teams in various science and technology domains.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) coordinates the awards.
- Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar will be announced on National Technology Day (May 11, 2024).
- The Award Ceremony for all categories is on National Space Day (August 23, 2024).
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Award Categories
- Vigyan Ratna (VR): Maximum of 3 awards for lifetime achievements.
- Vigyan Shri (VS): Maximum of 25 awards for distinguished contributions.
- Vigyan Yuva: Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award: Maximum of 25 awards for young scientists.
- Vigyan Team (VT) award: Maximum of 3 awards for exceptional team contributions.
Answer: (a) 1 Only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar recognises the outstanding contributions of researchers, technologists, and innovators in various fields of science and technology.
- It aims to recognize lifetime achievements and distinguished contributions and encourage young scientists and exceptional teams in various science and technology domains.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) coordinates the awards.
- Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar will be announced on National Technology Day (May 11, 2024).
- The Award Ceremony for all categories is on National Space Day (August 23, 2024).
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Award Categories
- Vigyan Ratna (VR): Maximum of 3 awards for lifetime achievements.
- Vigyan Shri (VS): Maximum of 25 awards for distinguished contributions.
- Vigyan Yuva: Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award: Maximum of 25 awards for young scientists.
- Vigyan Team (VT) award: Maximum of 3 awards for exceptional team contributions.
Answer: (a) 1 Only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar recognises the outstanding contributions of researchers, technologists, and innovators in various fields of science and technology.
- It aims to recognize lifetime achievements and distinguished contributions and encourage young scientists and exceptional teams in various science and technology domains.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) coordinates the awards.
- Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar will be announced on National Technology Day (May 11, 2024).
- The Award Ceremony for all categories is on National Space Day (August 23, 2024).
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Award Categories
- Vigyan Ratna (VR): Maximum of 3 awards for lifetime achievements.
- Vigyan Shri (VS): Maximum of 25 awards for distinguished contributions.
- Vigyan Yuva: Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award: Maximum of 25 awards for young scientists.
- Vigyan Team (VT) award: Maximum of 3 awards for exceptional team contributions.
Answer: (a) 1 Only; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 9 of 11
9. Question
Q9. {S&T – Defence} Exercise Ayutthaya, the maiden Bilateral Maritime Exercise is held between India and which of the following country?
Correct
Explanation
- The India-Thailand Bilateral Exercise is being named as ‘Ex-Ayutthaya’, which literally translates to ‘The Invincible One’ or ‘Undefeatable’.
- It symbolises the significance of two of the oldest cities Ayodhya in India and Ayutthaya in Thailand, the historic legacies, rich cultural ties and shared historical narratives dating back to several centuries.
- The 36th edition of India-Thailand Coordinated Patrol (Indo-Thai CORPAT) was also conducted along with the maiden bilateral exercise.
- Indigenously built Indian Naval ships Kulish and IN LCU 56 participated in the inaugural edition of the exercise.
- Other Military Exercises between India and Thailand: Exercise MAITREE (Army), Exercise SIAM BHARAT (Air Force).
- As part of Government of India’s vision of SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region), the Indian Navy has been proactively engaging with countries in the Indian Ocean Region towards enhancing regional maritime security.
Answer: (c) Thailand; Difficulty Level: Easy
Incorrect
Explanation
- The India-Thailand Bilateral Exercise is being named as ‘Ex-Ayutthaya’, which literally translates to ‘The Invincible One’ or ‘Undefeatable’.
- It symbolises the significance of two of the oldest cities Ayodhya in India and Ayutthaya in Thailand, the historic legacies, rich cultural ties and shared historical narratives dating back to several centuries.
- The 36th edition of India-Thailand Coordinated Patrol (Indo-Thai CORPAT) was also conducted along with the maiden bilateral exercise.
- Indigenously built Indian Naval ships Kulish and IN LCU 56 participated in the inaugural edition of the exercise.
- Other Military Exercises between India and Thailand: Exercise MAITREE (Army), Exercise SIAM BHARAT (Air Force).
- As part of Government of India’s vision of SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region), the Indian Navy has been proactively engaging with countries in the Indian Ocean Region towards enhancing regional maritime security.
Answer: (c) Thailand; Difficulty Level: Easy
Unattempted
Explanation
- The India-Thailand Bilateral Exercise is being named as ‘Ex-Ayutthaya’, which literally translates to ‘The Invincible One’ or ‘Undefeatable’.
- It symbolises the significance of two of the oldest cities Ayodhya in India and Ayutthaya in Thailand, the historic legacies, rich cultural ties and shared historical narratives dating back to several centuries.
- The 36th edition of India-Thailand Coordinated Patrol (Indo-Thai CORPAT) was also conducted along with the maiden bilateral exercise.
- Indigenously built Indian Naval ships Kulish and IN LCU 56 participated in the inaugural edition of the exercise.
- Other Military Exercises between India and Thailand: Exercise MAITREE (Army), Exercise SIAM BHARAT (Air Force).
- As part of Government of India’s vision of SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region), the Indian Navy has been proactively engaging with countries in the Indian Ocean Region towards enhancing regional maritime security.
Answer: (c) Thailand; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Question 10 of 11
10. Question
Q10. {Medieval India – Personalities} Consider the following statements about Adi Shankaracharya:
- He propounded the Doctrine of Vishishtadvaita subschool of Vedanta.
- He was opposed to Buddhist Philosophers.
Which of the above statement is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Adi Shankaracharya was born on 11th May 788 AD, at Kaladi near Kochi, Kerala.
- He Propounded the Doctrine of Advaita (Monism) and wrote many commentaries on the Vedic canon (Upanishads, Brahma Sutras and Bhagavad Gita) in Sanskrit.
Statement 2 is correct
- He was opposed to Buddhist philosophers.
- A central concern for Shankara, in his objections against Buddhism, is what he perceives as nihilism of the Buddhists. Shankara states that there “must be something beyond cognition, namely a cognizer,” which he asserts is the self-evident Atman or witness.
- He was responsible for reviving Hinduism in India to a great extent when Buddhism was gaining popularity.
- He established four Mathas in the four corners of India at Shingeri, Puri, Dwaraka and Badrinath– for propagation of Sanathana Dharma.
Answer: (b) 2 Only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Adi Shankaracharya was born on 11th May 788 AD, at Kaladi near Kochi, Kerala.
- He Propounded the Doctrine of Advaita (Monism) and wrote many commentaries on the Vedic canon (Upanishads, Brahma Sutras and Bhagavad Gita) in Sanskrit.
Statement 2 is correct
- He was opposed to Buddhist philosophers.
- A central concern for Shankara, in his objections against Buddhism, is what he perceives as nihilism of the Buddhists. Shankara states that there “must be something beyond cognition, namely a cognizer,” which he asserts is the self-evident Atman or witness.
- He was responsible for reviving Hinduism in India to a great extent when Buddhism was gaining popularity.
- He established four Mathas in the four corners of India at Shingeri, Puri, Dwaraka and Badrinath– for propagation of Sanathana Dharma.
Answer: (b) 2 Only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Adi Shankaracharya was born on 11th May 788 AD, at Kaladi near Kochi, Kerala.
- He Propounded the Doctrine of Advaita (Monism) and wrote many commentaries on the Vedic canon (Upanishads, Brahma Sutras and Bhagavad Gita) in Sanskrit.
Statement 2 is correct
- He was opposed to Buddhist philosophers.
- A central concern for Shankara, in his objections against Buddhism, is what he perceives as nihilism of the Buddhists. Shankara states that there “must be something beyond cognition, namely a cognizer,” which he asserts is the self-evident Atman or witness.
- He was responsible for reviving Hinduism in India to a great extent when Buddhism was gaining popularity.
- He established four Mathas in the four corners of India at Shingeri, Puri, Dwaraka and Badrinath– for propagation of Sanathana Dharma.
Answer: (b) 2 Only; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 11 of 11
11. Question
Q11. {Prelims – Sci – Bio – Diseases} Consider the following statements:
- Human Papillomaviruses (HPV) which is the cause for almost all Cervical Cancer Cases, is transmitted through sexual contact.
- Cervavac is India’s first indigenously developed vaccine against cervical cancer.
- Cervavac will be administered to girls between 14 and 21 years to prevent cervical cancer
- Immunization Technical Support Unit is the highest advisory body on immunization in the country.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Cervical cancer develops in a woman’s cervix (the entrance to the uterus from the vagina).
- Almost all cervical cancer cases (99%) are linked to infection with high-risk human papillomaviruses (HPV), an extremely common virus transmitted through sexual contact.
- Symptoms include bleeding in between periods and after sexual intercourse. Foul smelling white discharge and low back pain or lower abdominal pain may also occur. In some cases there may be no symptoms.
- Treatments include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
Statement 2 is correct
- Cervavac is India’s first indigenously developed Quadrivalent Human Papillomavirus (qHPV) vaccine against cervical cancer.
- qHPV vaccine: It protects from 4 types of HPV, which cause 80% of cervical cancer.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Cervavac will be administered to girls between 9 and 14 years to prevent cervical cancer.
Statement 4 is incorrect
- National Technical Advisory Group on Immunization (NTAGI) was established by an order of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) in 2001.
- It is the highest advisory body on immunisation in the country.
- It consists of independent experts who provide vaccine recommendations after reviewing data on disease burden, efficacy and cost-effectiveness.
Answer: (b) Only two; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Cervical cancer develops in a woman’s cervix (the entrance to the uterus from the vagina).
- Almost all cervical cancer cases (99%) are linked to infection with high-risk human papillomaviruses (HPV), an extremely common virus transmitted through sexual contact.
- Symptoms include bleeding in between periods and after sexual intercourse. Foul smelling white discharge and low back pain or lower abdominal pain may also occur. In some cases there may be no symptoms.
- Treatments include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
Statement 2 is correct
- Cervavac is India’s first indigenously developed Quadrivalent Human Papillomavirus (qHPV) vaccine against cervical cancer.
- qHPV vaccine: It protects from 4 types of HPV, which cause 80% of cervical cancer.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Cervavac will be administered to girls between 9 and 14 years to prevent cervical cancer.
Statement 4 is incorrect
- National Technical Advisory Group on Immunization (NTAGI) was established by an order of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) in 2001.
- It is the highest advisory body on immunisation in the country.
- It consists of independent experts who provide vaccine recommendations after reviewing data on disease burden, efficacy and cost-effectiveness.
Answer: (b) Only two; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Cervical cancer develops in a woman’s cervix (the entrance to the uterus from the vagina).
- Almost all cervical cancer cases (99%) are linked to infection with high-risk human papillomaviruses (HPV), an extremely common virus transmitted through sexual contact.
- Symptoms include bleeding in between periods and after sexual intercourse. Foul smelling white discharge and low back pain or lower abdominal pain may also occur. In some cases there may be no symptoms.
- Treatments include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
Statement 2 is correct
- Cervavac is India’s first indigenously developed Quadrivalent Human Papillomavirus (qHPV) vaccine against cervical cancer.
- qHPV vaccine: It protects from 4 types of HPV, which cause 80% of cervical cancer.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Cervavac will be administered to girls between 9 and 14 years to prevent cervical cancer.
Statement 4 is incorrect
- National Technical Advisory Group on Immunization (NTAGI) was established by an order of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) in 2001.
- It is the highest advisory body on immunisation in the country.
- It consists of independent experts who provide vaccine recommendations after reviewing data on disease burden, efficacy and cost-effectiveness.
Answer: (b) Only two; Difficulty Level: Medium
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