November 14 2024 Current Affairs MCQs
[Quiz] Daily Current Affairs MCQs – November 14 2024
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Question 1 of 8
1. Question
Q1. {Envi – RE} With reference to the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), consider the following statements:
- It is a statutory body established under the Electricity Supply Act of 1948.
- It functions under the Ministry of Power, advising on policy matters and planning for electricity system development.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Explanation
Both the statements are correct
- The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) is a statutory organisation under the Union Ministry of Power that advises the government on policy matters and formulates plans for electricity system development.
- It plays an important role in promoting integrated operations of regional power and the national grid.
- It was constituted under the Electricity Supply Act 1948 (now Electricity Act 2003).
- Its responsibilities include prescribing standards for electrical plants, electric lines, connectivity to the grid, and safety and grid standards.
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Both the statements are correct
- The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) is a statutory organisation under the Union Ministry of Power that advises the government on policy matters and formulates plans for electricity system development.
- It plays an important role in promoting integrated operations of regional power and the national grid.
- It was constituted under the Electricity Supply Act 1948 (now Electricity Act 2003).
- Its responsibilities include prescribing standards for electrical plants, electric lines, connectivity to the grid, and safety and grid standards.
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Both the statements are correct
- The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) is a statutory organisation under the Union Ministry of Power that advises the government on policy matters and formulates plans for electricity system development.
- It plays an important role in promoting integrated operations of regional power and the national grid.
- It was constituted under the Electricity Supply Act 1948 (now Electricity Act 2003).
- Its responsibilities include prescribing standards for electrical plants, electric lines, connectivity to the grid, and safety and grid standards.
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Question 2 of 8
2. Question
Q2. {IE – Banking} With reference to the RBI’s Monetary Policy Stances, consider the following pairs:
Stance Policy Action - Accommodative
Keeps interest rates low and encourage spending and investment - Neutral
Allows flexibility to raise or lower interest rates based on economic conditions - Hawkish
Raises interest rates to cooldown the heated economy - Dovish
Raises the interest rate during high inflation How many of the pairs are not correct?
Correct
Explanation
Pairs 1, 2 and 3 are correct and Pair 4 is incorrect
Stance Objective Policy Action Indicators Accommodative To support economic growth. Keeps interest rates low, making borrowing cheaper; encourages spending and investment. Typically used during periods of low inflation and sluggish growth. Neutral To balance inflation control and growth. Allows flexibility to raise or lower interest rates based on economic conditions. Adapts to changing economic scenarios without a strong bias. Hawkish To curb inflation. Raises interest rates, making borrowing more expensive; helps cool down an overheated economy. It is used when inflation rises, with the risk of economic overheating. Dovish To stimulate economic activity. May lower interest rates to reduce borrowing costs and encourage spending. Applied during low inflation and economic downturns. Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Pairs 1, 2 and 3 are correct and Pair 4 is incorrect
Stance Objective Policy Action Indicators Accommodative To support economic growth. Keeps interest rates low, making borrowing cheaper; encourages spending and investment. Typically used during periods of low inflation and sluggish growth. Neutral To balance inflation control and growth. Allows flexibility to raise or lower interest rates based on economic conditions. Adapts to changing economic scenarios without a strong bias. Hawkish To curb inflation. Raises interest rates, making borrowing more expensive; helps cool down an overheated economy. It is used when inflation rises, with the risk of economic overheating. Dovish To stimulate economic activity. May lower interest rates to reduce borrowing costs and encourage spending. Applied during low inflation and economic downturns. Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Pairs 1, 2 and 3 are correct and Pair 4 is incorrect
Stance Objective Policy Action Indicators Accommodative To support economic growth. Keeps interest rates low, making borrowing cheaper; encourages spending and investment. Typically used during periods of low inflation and sluggish growth. Neutral To balance inflation control and growth. Allows flexibility to raise or lower interest rates based on economic conditions. Adapts to changing economic scenarios without a strong bias. Hawkish To curb inflation. Raises interest rates, making borrowing more expensive; helps cool down an overheated economy. It is used when inflation rises, with the risk of economic overheating. Dovish To stimulate economic activity. May lower interest rates to reduce borrowing costs and encourage spending. Applied during low inflation and economic downturns. Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Question 3 of 8
3. Question
Q3. {Social Sector – Health} Consider the following statements:
- Statement-I: Foodborne trematodes are transmitted to humans through the consumption of inadequately cooked pork.
- Statement-II: Traditional pig farming methods often lack adequate sanitation and biosecurity.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of above statements?
Correct
Explanation
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I.
- Pork (Pig Meat) is a staple source of accessible protein for tribal communities in Northeast India. Despite the nutritional benefits it carries risk of zoonotic diseases transmission.
- Public Health Risks Associated with Pork Consumption:
- Foodborne Trematodes: Paragonimus westermani, Fasciola gigantica and Fasciolopsis buski are zoonotic parasites endemic in the region, transmitted to humans through consumption of inadequately cooked meat and pork.
- Trichinella spiralis (Parasite): Reported in areas like Romania, it remains a matter of concern owing to the high health risks associated with ingesting under-prepared pork.
- Cysticercosis (Taenia solium): This type of tapeworm is responsible for the syndrome cysticercosis, an infection of the muscles and nervous system that could be of neurological concern.
- Concerns about Pig Farming and Infections:
- Traditional Farming: Traditional pig farming methods often lack sanitation and biosecurity, creating favourable conditions for zoonotic disease transmission.
- Global Perspective on Foodborne Zoonoses: On a global scale, zoonotic diseases and parasites in pork products affect almost 10% of the world’s population annually.
- Nutritional Deficiencies: The decline in local pig farming has reduced the availability of affordable pork, potentially leading to nutritional deficiencies.
Answer: (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I.
- Pork (Pig Meat) is a staple source of accessible protein for tribal communities in Northeast India. Despite the nutritional benefits it carries risk of zoonotic diseases transmission.
- Public Health Risks Associated with Pork Consumption:
- Foodborne Trematodes: Paragonimus westermani, Fasciola gigantica and Fasciolopsis buski are zoonotic parasites endemic in the region, transmitted to humans through consumption of inadequately cooked meat and pork.
- Trichinella spiralis (Parasite): Reported in areas like Romania, it remains a matter of concern owing to the high health risks associated with ingesting under-prepared pork.
- Cysticercosis (Taenia solium): This type of tapeworm is responsible for the syndrome cysticercosis, an infection of the muscles and nervous system that could be of neurological concern.
- Concerns about Pig Farming and Infections:
- Traditional Farming: Traditional pig farming methods often lack sanitation and biosecurity, creating favourable conditions for zoonotic disease transmission.
- Global Perspective on Foodborne Zoonoses: On a global scale, zoonotic diseases and parasites in pork products affect almost 10% of the world’s population annually.
- Nutritional Deficiencies: The decline in local pig farming has reduced the availability of affordable pork, potentially leading to nutritional deficiencies.
Answer: (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I.
- Pork (Pig Meat) is a staple source of accessible protein for tribal communities in Northeast India. Despite the nutritional benefits it carries risk of zoonotic diseases transmission.
- Public Health Risks Associated with Pork Consumption:
- Foodborne Trematodes: Paragonimus westermani, Fasciola gigantica and Fasciolopsis buski are zoonotic parasites endemic in the region, transmitted to humans through consumption of inadequately cooked meat and pork.
- Trichinella spiralis (Parasite): Reported in areas like Romania, it remains a matter of concern owing to the high health risks associated with ingesting under-prepared pork.
- Cysticercosis (Taenia solium): This type of tapeworm is responsible for the syndrome cysticercosis, an infection of the muscles and nervous system that could be of neurological concern.
- Concerns about Pig Farming and Infections:
- Traditional Farming: Traditional pig farming methods often lack sanitation and biosecurity, creating favourable conditions for zoonotic disease transmission.
- Global Perspective on Foodborne Zoonoses: On a global scale, zoonotic diseases and parasites in pork products affect almost 10% of the world’s population annually.
- Nutritional Deficiencies: The decline in local pig farming has reduced the availability of affordable pork, potentially leading to nutritional deficiencies.
Answer: (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Question 4 of 8
4. Question
Q4. {Vulnerable Sections – Women} Consider the following statements regarding women’s socio-economic participation:
- Women’s labour force participation in India improved to 47% in 2021-22, reaching the global average.
- Women’s involvement in Self-Help Groups (SHGs) grew by 18% in 2022.
- Participation in political activities has increased, with 8% of women attending political meetings in 2022 compared to earlier years.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Women’s participation in wage labor has stagnated.
- Current Women Workforce Participation in India: As of 2021-22, Labor Force Participation Rate for women stands at 32.8%, lower than the global average (47%) and neighboring countries like China (60%).
Statements 2 and 3 are correct
- Improved Social Mobility: Women’s participation in Self-Help Groups (SHGs) grew from 10% in 2012 to 18% in 2022, reflecting greater social engagement and support systems for women.
- Rising Political Engagement: Although modest, women’s participation in political activities has in-creased, with 8% attending political meetings in 2022 compared to earlier years.
Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Hard
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Women’s participation in wage labor has stagnated.
- Current Women Workforce Participation in India: As of 2021-22, Labor Force Participation Rate for women stands at 32.8%, lower than the global average (47%) and neighboring countries like China (60%).
Statements 2 and 3 are correct
- Improved Social Mobility: Women’s participation in Self-Help Groups (SHGs) grew from 10% in 2012 to 18% in 2022, reflecting greater social engagement and support systems for women.
- Rising Political Engagement: Although modest, women’s participation in political activities has in-creased, with 8% attending political meetings in 2022 compared to earlier years.
Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Hard
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Women’s participation in wage labor has stagnated.
- Current Women Workforce Participation in India: As of 2021-22, Labor Force Participation Rate for women stands at 32.8%, lower than the global average (47%) and neighboring countries like China (60%).
Statements 2 and 3 are correct
- Improved Social Mobility: Women’s participation in Self-Help Groups (SHGs) grew from 10% in 2012 to 18% in 2022, reflecting greater social engagement and support systems for women.
- Rising Political Engagement: Although modest, women’s participation in political activities has in-creased, with 8% attending political meetings in 2022 compared to earlier years.
Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Question 5 of 8
5. Question
Q5. {Envi – Laws} Consider the following statements regarding New Rules under the Water Act 2024:
- Monetary penalties under the act have been replaced by criminal charges for violations.
- White category industries, previously considered non-polluting, now require prior operational approval.
- Adjudicating officers appointed by state governments are tasked with managing complaints, issuing violation notices, and overseeing inquiries.
Which of the statements given above are not correct?
Correct
Explanation
The Union Environment Ministry notified new rules for violations of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) (Manner of Holding Inquiry and Imposition of Penalty) Rules, 2024.
All the statements are incorrect
- New Rules under the Water Act 2024:
- Shift from Criminal to Civil Penalties: Decriminalisation of Water Act violations; criminal charges are replaced with monetary penalties.
- Exemptions to ‘White’ category industries: Low or non-polluting “White” industries are exempted from requiring prior permission to operate under the Water Act.
- Empowerment of Authorities: Authorised officers from CPCB, SPCB, Pollution Control Committees, and Integrated Regional Offices can file complaints to adjudicating officers for specific violations.
- Role of Adjudicating Officer: Adjudicating officers (minimum state government joint secretary rank) manage complaints, issue violation notices, and oversee inquiry processes. To ensure a timely resolution, the entire inquiry process must be completed within six months of the notice’s issuance.
- The central government appoints adjudicating officers (minimum rank: Joint Secretary) to determine penalties.
Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3; Difficulty Level: Hard
Incorrect
Explanation
The Union Environment Ministry notified new rules for violations of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) (Manner of Holding Inquiry and Imposition of Penalty) Rules, 2024.
All the statements are incorrect
- New Rules under the Water Act 2024:
- Shift from Criminal to Civil Penalties: Decriminalisation of Water Act violations; criminal charges are replaced with monetary penalties.
- Exemptions to ‘White’ category industries: Low or non-polluting “White” industries are exempted from requiring prior permission to operate under the Water Act.
- Empowerment of Authorities: Authorised officers from CPCB, SPCB, Pollution Control Committees, and Integrated Regional Offices can file complaints to adjudicating officers for specific violations.
- Role of Adjudicating Officer: Adjudicating officers (minimum state government joint secretary rank) manage complaints, issue violation notices, and oversee inquiry processes. To ensure a timely resolution, the entire inquiry process must be completed within six months of the notice’s issuance.
- The central government appoints adjudicating officers (minimum rank: Joint Secretary) to determine penalties.
Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3; Difficulty Level: Hard
Unattempted
Explanation
The Union Environment Ministry notified new rules for violations of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) (Manner of Holding Inquiry and Imposition of Penalty) Rules, 2024.
All the statements are incorrect
- New Rules under the Water Act 2024:
- Shift from Criminal to Civil Penalties: Decriminalisation of Water Act violations; criminal charges are replaced with monetary penalties.
- Exemptions to ‘White’ category industries: Low or non-polluting “White” industries are exempted from requiring prior permission to operate under the Water Act.
- Empowerment of Authorities: Authorised officers from CPCB, SPCB, Pollution Control Committees, and Integrated Regional Offices can file complaints to adjudicating officers for specific violations.
- Role of Adjudicating Officer: Adjudicating officers (minimum state government joint secretary rank) manage complaints, issue violation notices, and oversee inquiry processes. To ensure a timely resolution, the entire inquiry process must be completed within six months of the notice’s issuance.
- The central government appoints adjudicating officers (minimum rank: Joint Secretary) to determine penalties.
Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Question 6 of 8
6. Question
Q6. {Vulnerable Sections – Women} Consider the following pairs regarding Government Initiatives to Empower Women:
Initiative Purpose - Lakhpati Didi Initiative
Encourages Self-Help Group (SHG) members to engage in multiple livelihood activities - Mahila Shakti Kendras
Provides skill development and resources women in rural areas - Swadhar Greh
Provides rehabilitation for women in distress How many of the pairs are correct?
Correct
Explanation
All pairs are correct
- Government Initiatives to Empower Women
Self-Employment and Micro-Credit:
- PM SVANidhi Scheme: A micro-credit initiative for street vendors, promoting inclusive entrepreneurship, especially among women.
- Lakhpati Didi Initiative: Encourages Self-Help Group (SHG) members to engage in multiple livelihood activities, ensuring a sustainable income.
- NaMo Drone Didi Initiative: Equips 15,000 women SHGs with drones for rental services to farmers.
- Education and Empowerment Initiatives:
- Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme: Promotes girl child education and addresses gender bias from early stages to foster empowerment.
- Mahila Shakti Kendras: Provides skill development and resources in rural areas, empowering women in local communities.
- Support for Women in Crisis:
- One Stop Centre Scheme: Offers integrated support and services for women facing violence or abuse, providing a safe space and access to counseling.
- Swadhar Greh: Provides rehabilitation for women in distress, aiding reintegration into society.
Answer: (c) All three; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
All pairs are correct
- Government Initiatives to Empower Women
Self-Employment and Micro-Credit:
- PM SVANidhi Scheme: A micro-credit initiative for street vendors, promoting inclusive entrepreneurship, especially among women.
- Lakhpati Didi Initiative: Encourages Self-Help Group (SHG) members to engage in multiple livelihood activities, ensuring a sustainable income.
- NaMo Drone Didi Initiative: Equips 15,000 women SHGs with drones for rental services to farmers.
- Education and Empowerment Initiatives:
- Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme: Promotes girl child education and addresses gender bias from early stages to foster empowerment.
- Mahila Shakti Kendras: Provides skill development and resources in rural areas, empowering women in local communities.
- Support for Women in Crisis:
- One Stop Centre Scheme: Offers integrated support and services for women facing violence or abuse, providing a safe space and access to counseling.
- Swadhar Greh: Provides rehabilitation for women in distress, aiding reintegration into society.
Answer: (c) All three; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
All pairs are correct
- Government Initiatives to Empower Women
Self-Employment and Micro-Credit:
- PM SVANidhi Scheme: A micro-credit initiative for street vendors, promoting inclusive entrepreneurship, especially among women.
- Lakhpati Didi Initiative: Encourages Self-Help Group (SHG) members to engage in multiple livelihood activities, ensuring a sustainable income.
- NaMo Drone Didi Initiative: Equips 15,000 women SHGs with drones for rental services to farmers.
- Education and Empowerment Initiatives:
- Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme: Promotes girl child education and addresses gender bias from early stages to foster empowerment.
- Mahila Shakti Kendras: Provides skill development and resources in rural areas, empowering women in local communities.
- Support for Women in Crisis:
- One Stop Centre Scheme: Offers integrated support and services for women facing violence or abuse, providing a safe space and access to counseling.
- Swadhar Greh: Provides rehabilitation for women in distress, aiding reintegration into society.
Answer: (c) All three; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 7 of 8
7. Question
Q7. {Governance – Issues} The ‘Bulldozer Justice’ recently seen in news refers to:
Correct
Explanation
Option (b) is correct
- The Supreme Court has intervened in response to increasing arbitrary demolitions, directing the enforcement of due process through new guidelines.
- Concept of ‘Bulldozer Justice’: The use of demolitions as extrajudicial punishments, bypassing legal procedures, especially in cases targeting marginalized communities or individuals accused of crimes.
Answer: (b) The use of demolitions as extrajudicial punishments, bypassing legal procedures; Difficulty Level: Easy
Incorrect
Explanation
Option (b) is correct
- The Supreme Court has intervened in response to increasing arbitrary demolitions, directing the enforcement of due process through new guidelines.
- Concept of ‘Bulldozer Justice’: The use of demolitions as extrajudicial punishments, bypassing legal procedures, especially in cases targeting marginalized communities or individuals accused of crimes.
Answer: (b) The use of demolitions as extrajudicial punishments, bypassing legal procedures; Difficulty Level: Easy
Unattempted
Explanation
Option (b) is correct
- The Supreme Court has intervened in response to increasing arbitrary demolitions, directing the enforcement of due process through new guidelines.
- Concept of ‘Bulldozer Justice’: The use of demolitions as extrajudicial punishments, bypassing legal procedures, especially in cases targeting marginalized communities or individuals accused of crimes.
Answer: (b) The use of demolitions as extrajudicial punishments, bypassing legal procedures; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Question 8 of 8
8. Question
Q8. {Envi – RE} Consider the following statements regarding India’s renewable energy capacity:
- India’s renewable energy capacity stands at 452.69 GW.
- Non-fossil fuel-based power accounts for nearly half of India’s installed capacity.
- India ranks second globally in hydropower employment.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- India’s renewable energy electricity generation capacity has crossed 200 GW. This aligns with India’s ambitious target of reaching 500 GW from non-fossil sources by 2030.
- India’s total electricity generation capacity is 452.69 GW (as of October 2024).
Statement 2 is correct
- Renewable energy (RE) makes up 46.3% of India’s total capacity, including nuclear energy (8,180 MW), and non-fossil fuel-based power accounts for nearly half of India’s installed capacity.
Statement 3 is correct
- India ranks second globally, making it the largest employer in the hydropower sector.
- Hydropower was the largest employer in the renewable sector in India, providing around 453,000 jobs, and accounting for 20% of the global total, second only to China
- According to the International Renewable Energy Agency’s (IRENA) 2024 Annual Review, India created around 1.02 million jobs in the renewable energy sector in 2023.
Answer: (c) 2 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- India’s renewable energy electricity generation capacity has crossed 200 GW. This aligns with India’s ambitious target of reaching 500 GW from non-fossil sources by 2030.
- India’s total electricity generation capacity is 452.69 GW (as of October 2024).
Statement 2 is correct
- Renewable energy (RE) makes up 46.3% of India’s total capacity, including nuclear energy (8,180 MW), and non-fossil fuel-based power accounts for nearly half of India’s installed capacity.
Statement 3 is correct
- India ranks second globally, making it the largest employer in the hydropower sector.
- Hydropower was the largest employer in the renewable sector in India, providing around 453,000 jobs, and accounting for 20% of the global total, second only to China
- According to the International Renewable Energy Agency’s (IRENA) 2024 Annual Review, India created around 1.02 million jobs in the renewable energy sector in 2023.
Answer: (c) 2 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- India’s renewable energy electricity generation capacity has crossed 200 GW. This aligns with India’s ambitious target of reaching 500 GW from non-fossil sources by 2030.
- India’s total electricity generation capacity is 452.69 GW (as of October 2024).
Statement 2 is correct
- Renewable energy (RE) makes up 46.3% of India’s total capacity, including nuclear energy (8,180 MW), and non-fossil fuel-based power accounts for nearly half of India’s installed capacity.
Statement 3 is correct
- India ranks second globally, making it the largest employer in the hydropower sector.
- Hydropower was the largest employer in the renewable sector in India, providing around 453,000 jobs, and accounting for 20% of the global total, second only to China
- According to the International Renewable Energy Agency’s (IRENA) 2024 Annual Review, India created around 1.02 million jobs in the renewable energy sector in 2023.
Answer: (c) 2 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
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