Daily Prelims Practise Questions (PPQs) – November 03 2023

Questions

• The questions below are based on PMF IAS Daily Current Affairs – November 2023.

Q1. {Envi – Laws} Consider the following statements about Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM):

1. It is a proposed carbon border tax on imports from countries with carbon-intensive production methods.
2. It is proposed by the OECD together with G20.
3. Initially, it will be imposed on all carbon-intensive imports.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 1 only
3. 1 and 3 only
4. 3 only

Q2. {Prelims – In News} Consider the following statements regarding UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network:

1. It was established to promote cooperation among cities, valuing creativity for sustainable urban development.
2. The Network is limited to Crafts and Folk Art, Media Arts, literature and Music.
3. Under this program, Kozhikode and Gwalior are designated as the “City of Literature,” known for hosting literary festivals.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 1 only
3. 1 and 3 only
4. 2 and 3 only

Q3. {Sci – Bio} Consider the following statements about Haemoglobin:

1. It is an iron-containing protein that carries oxygen in our blood and transports it to all the parts of the body and, ultimately, to all the cells.
2. In the human body, it is found only in red blood cells (RBCs).

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q4. {Infra–Railways} Consider the following statements regarding the KAVACH System:

1. It is an indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system developed under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
2. It was developed by the Ordnance Factory Board of India.
3. One of the major drawbacks of KAVCACH is its inability to automatically apply the brakes if the train exceeds the speed limit.
4. It was first implemented in the East Coast Railway zone of India.

How many of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?

1. Only one
2. Only two
3. Only three
4. All four

Q5. {IR – India-Maldives} Consider the following groups:

1. Indian Ocean Rim Association
2. BIMSTEC
3. SAARC
4. G20
5. Colombo Security Conclave

How many of the above are both India and the Maldives members?

1. Only two
2. Only three
3. Only four
4. All five

Q6. {Prelims – In News} Which of the following country share the Kra Isthmus with Thailand?

1. Cambodia
2. Myanmar
3. Vietnam
4. Malaysia

Questions With Solution and Explanation

Q1. {Envi – Laws} Consider the following statements about Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM):

1. It is a proposed carbon border tax on imports from countries with carbon-intensive production methods.
2. It is proposed by the OECD together with G20.
3. Initially, it will be imposed on all carbon-intensive imports.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 1 only
3. 1 and 3 only
4. 3 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct

• The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism is a proposed EU carbon border tax on imports from countries with carbon-intensive production methods.

Statement 2 is incorrect

• It is proposed by the EU, which will start in 2026, as a part of the “Fit for 55 in 2030 package”.

Statement 3 is incorrect

• Initially, it will be imposed not on all but on the most carbon-intensive imports, i.e., iron and steel, cement, fertilisers, aluminum, hydrogen, and electricity.

Answer: (b) 1 only

Q2. {Prelims – In News} Consider the following statements regarding UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network:

1. It was established to promote cooperation among cities, valuing creativity for sustainable urban development.
2. The Network is limited to Crafts and Folk Art, Media Arts, literature and Music.
3. Under this program, Kozhikode and Gwalior are designated as the “City of Literature,” known for hosting literary festivals.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 1 only
3. 1 and 3 only
4. 2 and 3 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct

• UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) was established in 2004 to promote cooperation among cities valuing creativity for sustainable urban development.
• Cities in the Network aim to prioritize creativity and cultural industries in their local development plans and collaborate internationally.

Statement 2 is incorrect

• The Network spans seven creative fields: Crafts and Folk Art, Media Arts, Film, Design, Gastronomy, Literature, and Music.

Statement 3 is incorrect

• Now, the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) has 350 cities in seven creative fields.
• Kozhikode is designated as a “City of Literature,” known for hosting literary festivals.
• Gwalior is recognized as a “City of Music” for its rich musical heritage and prestigious music institutes.

Answer: (b) 1 only

Q3. {Sci – Bio} Consider the following statements about Haemoglobin:

1. It is an iron-containing protein that carries oxygen in our blood and transports it to all the parts of the body and, ultimately, to all the cells.
2. In the human body, it is found only in red blood cells (RBCs).

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct

• Haemoglobin is an iron-containing protein that carries oxygen in our body.
• Without it, oxygen could not be transported to the body’s tissues, and the cells would die.
• Red blood cells (RBC) carry oxygen with the help of Haemoglobin. Hemoglobin binds with oxygen and transports it to all the parts of the body and, ultimately, to all the cells.

Statement 2 is incorrect

• Earlier, it was believed that haemoglobin is found only in red blood cells (RBCs).
• Recently, Haemologlobin is found in chondrocytes, cells that make cartilage.

Answer: (a) 1 only

Q4. {Infra–Railways} Consider the following statements regarding the KAVACH System:

1. It is an indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system developed under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
2. It was developed by the Ordnance Factory Board of India.
3. One of the major drawbacks of KAVCACH is its inability to automatically apply the brakes if the train exceeds the speed limit.
4. It was first implemented in the East Coast Railway zone of India.

How many of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?

1. Only one
2. Only two
3. Only three
4. All four

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct

• The KAVACH is an indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system.
• It is a state-of-the-art electronic system developed under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.

Statement 2 is incorrect

• It was developed by the Research Design & Standards Organisation (RDSO) of the Indian Railways.

Statement 3 is incorrect

• Some of the major advantages of KAVACH is:
  1. Overspeed protection: It will automatically apply the brakes if the train exceeds the speed limit.
  2. Collision avoidance: Through direct loco-to-loco communication.
  3. Signal information: The system offers the driver real-time signal information. It provides a line-side signal display in the cabin for better visibility in fog and at high speeds.

Statement 4 is incorrect

• The South Central Railway (SCR) Zone pioneered implementing the KAVACH.

Answer: (c) Only three

Q5. {IR – India-Maldives} Consider the following groups:

1. Indian Ocean Rim Association
2. BIMSTEC
3. SAARC
4. G20
5. Colombo Security Conclave

How many of the above are both India and the Maldives members?

1. Only two
2. Only three
3. Only four
4. All five

Explanation

• India is a member of Indian Ocean Rim Association, Colombo Security Conclave, BIMSTEC, G20, and SAARC.
• Maldives is a member of the Indian Ocean Rim Association, SAARC, and Colombo Security Conclave.

Answer: (b) Only three

Q6. {Prelims – In News} Which of the following country share the Kra Isthmus with Thailand?

1. Cambodia
2. Myanmar
3. Vietnam
4. Malaysia

Explanation

• The Kra Isthmus is a narrow neck of southern Myanmar and Thailand that connects the Malay Peninsula to the Asian mainland.

Answer: (b) Myanmar