UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 05 July 2024
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The Current Affairs Quiz 2024 is a daily quiz based on the DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS AND PIB SUMMARY from the previous day, as posted on our website. It covers all relevant news sources and is designed to test your knowledge of current events. Solving these questions will help you retain both concepts and facts relevant to the UPSC IAS civil services exam.
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• Question 1 of 10 1. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY): It is a one-year life insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death due to any reason. Persons in the age group of 18-50 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme. The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) Scheme: PMJJBY is a one-year life insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death due to any reason. Eligibility: Persons in the age group of 18-50 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme. People who join the scheme before completing 50 years of age can continue to have the risk of life covered up to age of 55 years upon payment of regular premium. Benefits: Life cover of Rs. 2 Lakh in case of death due to any reason against a premium of Rs. 436/- per annum. Enrolment: Enrolments under the scheme can be done by visiting the branch/ BC point or website of the bank of the account holder or at the post office in case of post office savings bank account. The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) Scheme: PMJJBY is a one-year life insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death due to any reason. Eligibility: Persons in the age group of 18-50 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme. People who join the scheme before completing 50 years of age can continue to have the risk of life covered up to age of 55 years upon payment of regular premium. Benefits: Life cover of Rs. 2 Lakh in case of death due to any reason against a premium of Rs. 436/- per annum. Enrolment: Enrolments under the scheme can be done by visiting the branch/ BC point or website of the bank of the account holder or at the post office in case of post office savings bank account. The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
#### 1. Question
Consider the following statements about Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY):
• It is a one-year life insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death due to any reason. Persons in the age group of 18-50 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme. The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder.
• It is a one-year life insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death due to any reason.
• Persons in the age group of 18-50 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme.
• The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)
• Scheme: PMJJBY is a one-year life insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death due to any reason.
• Eligibility: Persons in the age group of 18-50 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme. People who join the scheme before completing 50 years of age can continue to have the risk of life covered up to age of 55 years upon payment of regular premium.
• Benefits: Life cover of Rs. 2 Lakh in case of death due to any reason against a premium of Rs. 436/- per annum.
• Enrolment: Enrolments under the scheme can be done by visiting the branch/ BC point or website of the bank of the account holder or at the post office in case of post office savings bank account. The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)
• Scheme: PMJJBY is a one-year life insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death due to any reason.
• Eligibility: Persons in the age group of 18-50 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme. People who join the scheme before completing 50 years of age can continue to have the risk of life covered up to age of 55 years upon payment of regular premium.
• Benefits: Life cover of Rs. 2 Lakh in case of death due to any reason against a premium of Rs. 436/- per annum.
• Enrolment: Enrolments under the scheme can be done by visiting the branch/ BC point or website of the bank of the account holder or at the post office in case of post office savings bank account. The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY): It is a one-year accidental insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death or disability due to accident. Persons in the age group of 21-60 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme. The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) Scheme: PMSBY is a one-year accidental insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death or disability due to accident. Eligibility: Persons in the age group of 18-70 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme. Benefits: Accidental death cum disability cover of Rs.2 lakh (Rs.1 lakh in case of partial disability) for death or disability due to an accident against a premium of Rs.20/- per annum. Enrolment: Enrolment under the scheme can be done by visiting the branch/ BC point or website of the bank of the account holder or at the post office in case of post office savings bank account. The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) Scheme: PMSBY is a one-year accidental insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death or disability due to accident. Eligibility: Persons in the age group of 18-70 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme. Benefits: Accidental death cum disability cover of Rs.2 lakh (Rs.1 lakh in case of partial disability) for death or disability due to an accident against a premium of Rs.20/- per annum. Enrolment: Enrolment under the scheme can be done by visiting the branch/ BC point or website of the bank of the account holder or at the post office in case of post office savings bank account. The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
#### 2. Question
Consider the following statements about Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY):
• It is a one-year accidental insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death or disability due to accident. Persons in the age group of 21-60 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme. The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder.
• It is a one-year accidental insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death or disability due to accident.
• Persons in the age group of 21-60 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme.
• The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)
• Scheme: PMSBY is a one-year accidental insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death or disability due to accident.
• Eligibility: Persons in the age group of 18-70 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme.
• Benefits: Accidental death cum disability cover of Rs.2 lakh (Rs.1 lakh in case of partial disability) for death or disability due to an accident against a premium of Rs.20/- per annum.
• Enrolment: Enrolment under the scheme can be done by visiting the branch/ BC point or website of the bank of the account holder or at the post office in case of post office savings bank account. The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)
• Scheme: PMSBY is a one-year accidental insurance scheme renewable from year to year offering coverage for death or disability due to accident.
• Eligibility: Persons in the age group of 18-70 years having an individual bank or a post office account are entitled to enroll under the scheme.
• Benefits: Accidental death cum disability cover of Rs.2 lakh (Rs.1 lakh in case of partial disability) for death or disability due to an accident against a premium of Rs.20/- per annum.
• Enrolment: Enrolment under the scheme can be done by visiting the branch/ BC point or website of the bank of the account holder or at the post office in case of post office savings bank account. The premium under the scheme is auto debited every year from the subscriber’s bank account based on a one-time mandate from the account holder.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about Atal Pension Yojana (APY): It is an initiative of the Government to provide financial security and cover future exigencies for the people in the unorganised sector. It is administered by Life insurance corporation (LIC) under the overall administrative and institutional architecture of the National Pension System (NPS). Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Ans: (a) Explanation: The Atal Pension Yojana (APY) was launched to create a universal social security system for all Indians, especially the poor, the under-privileged and the workers in the unorganised sector. It is an initiative of the Government to provide financial security and cover future exigencies for the people in the unorganised sector. APY is administered by Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) under the overall administrative and institutional architecture of the National Pension System (NPS). Eligibility: APY is open to all bank account holders in the age group of 18 to 40 years who are not income tax payers and the contributions differ, based on the pension amount chosen. Benefits: Subscribers would receive the guaranteed minimum monthly pension of Rs. 1000 or Rs. 2000 or Rs. 3000 or Rs. 4000 or Rs. 5000 after the age of 60 years, based on the contributions made by the subscriber after joining the scheme. Disbursement of the Scheme Benefits: The monthly pension is available to the subscriber, and after him to his spouse and after their death, the pension corpus, as accumulated at age 60 of the subscriber, would be returned to the nominee of the subscriber. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (a) Explanation: The Atal Pension Yojana (APY) was launched to create a universal social security system for all Indians, especially the poor, the under-privileged and the workers in the unorganised sector. It is an initiative of the Government to provide financial security and cover future exigencies for the people in the unorganised sector. APY is administered by Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) under the overall administrative and institutional architecture of the National Pension System (NPS). Eligibility: APY is open to all bank account holders in the age group of 18 to 40 years who are not income tax payers and the contributions differ, based on the pension amount chosen. Benefits: Subscribers would receive the guaranteed minimum monthly pension of Rs. 1000 or Rs. 2000 or Rs. 3000 or Rs. 4000 or Rs. 5000 after the age of 60 years, based on the contributions made by the subscriber after joining the scheme. Disbursement of the Scheme Benefits: The monthly pension is available to the subscriber, and after him to his spouse and after their death, the pension corpus, as accumulated at age 60 of the subscriber, would be returned to the nominee of the subscriber. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
#### 3. Question
Consider the following statements about Atal Pension Yojana (APY):
• It is an initiative of the Government to provide financial security and cover future exigencies for the people in the unorganised sector. It is administered by Life insurance corporation (LIC) under the overall administrative and institutional architecture of the National Pension System (NPS).
• It is an initiative of the Government to provide financial security and cover future exigencies for the people in the unorganised sector.
• It is administered by Life insurance corporation (LIC) under the overall administrative and institutional architecture of the National Pension System (NPS).
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
• (a) 1 only
• (b) 2 only
• (c) Both 1 and 2
• (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation:
• The Atal Pension Yojana (APY) was launched to create a universal social security system for all Indians, especially the poor, the under-privileged and the workers in the unorganised sector. It is an initiative of the Government to provide financial security and cover future exigencies for the people in the unorganised sector. APY is administered by Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) under the overall administrative and institutional architecture of the National Pension System (NPS).
• Eligibility: APY is open to all bank account holders in the age group of 18 to 40 years who are not income tax payers and the contributions differ, based on the pension amount chosen.
• Benefits: Subscribers would receive the guaranteed minimum monthly pension of Rs. 1000 or Rs. 2000 or Rs. 3000 or Rs. 4000 or Rs. 5000 after the age of 60 years, based on the contributions made by the subscriber after joining the scheme.
• Disbursement of the Scheme Benefits: The monthly pension is available to the subscriber, and after him to his spouse and after their death, the pension corpus, as accumulated at age 60 of the subscriber, would be returned to the nominee of the subscriber.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
Explanation:
• The Atal Pension Yojana (APY) was launched to create a universal social security system for all Indians, especially the poor, the under-privileged and the workers in the unorganised sector. It is an initiative of the Government to provide financial security and cover future exigencies for the people in the unorganised sector. APY is administered by Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) under the overall administrative and institutional architecture of the National Pension System (NPS).
• Eligibility: APY is open to all bank account holders in the age group of 18 to 40 years who are not income tax payers and the contributions differ, based on the pension amount chosen.
• Benefits: Subscribers would receive the guaranteed minimum monthly pension of Rs. 1000 or Rs. 2000 or Rs. 3000 or Rs. 4000 or Rs. 5000 after the age of 60 years, based on the contributions made by the subscriber after joining the scheme.
• Disbursement of the Scheme Benefits: The monthly pension is available to the subscriber, and after him to his spouse and after their death, the pension corpus, as accumulated at age 60 of the subscriber, would be returned to the nominee of the subscriber.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Which of the following constitute a Capital Account? Foreign Loans Foreign Direct Investment Private Remittances Portfolio Investment Select the correct answer using the codes given below. (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1, 2 and 4 (c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 3 and 4 Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: The capital account shows the net change in the physical or financial asset ownership for a country. It includes Foreign Direct Investment, Portfolio Investment, foreign loans, changes in the reserve account, etc. Private remittances come under the Current account and not the Capital account. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: The capital account shows the net change in the physical or financial asset ownership for a country. It includes Foreign Direct Investment, Portfolio Investment, foreign loans, changes in the reserve account, etc. Private remittances come under the Current account and not the Capital account. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
#### 4. Question
Which of the following constitute a Capital Account?
• Foreign Loans Foreign Direct Investment Private Remittances Portfolio Investment
• Foreign Loans
• Foreign Direct Investment
• Private Remittances
• Portfolio Investment
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
• (a) 1, 2 and 3
• (b) 1, 2 and 4
• (c) 2, 3 and 4
• (d) 1, 3 and 4
Explanation:
• The capital account shows the net change in the physical or financial asset ownership for a country. It includes Foreign Direct Investment, Portfolio Investment, foreign loans, changes in the reserve account, etc.
• Private remittances come under the Current account and not the Capital account.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
Explanation:
• The capital account shows the net change in the physical or financial asset ownership for a country. It includes Foreign Direct Investment, Portfolio Investment, foreign loans, changes in the reserve account, etc.
• Private remittances come under the Current account and not the Capital account.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points Recently, which organization announced the ‘New World Soil Health Index’ at the International conference on Soils? (a) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) (b) World Health Organization (WHO) (c) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO) (d) World Bank Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: UNESCO announced the New World Soil Health Index at an international conference in Morocco to standardize soil quality measurements and identify degradation or improvement trends. Additionally, a pilot program for sustainable soil management will be launched in ten Biosphere Reserves to implement best practices globally. Soil degradation is the decline in soil health, resulting in reduced capacity to provide essential ecosystem services. In India, 32% of land is degraded, and 25% faces desertification, caused by deforestation, unsustainable agriculture, industrial pollution, and natural erosion. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: UNESCO announced the New World Soil Health Index at an international conference in Morocco to standardize soil quality measurements and identify degradation or improvement trends. Additionally, a pilot program for sustainable soil management will be launched in ten Biosphere Reserves to implement best practices globally. Soil degradation is the decline in soil health, resulting in reduced capacity to provide essential ecosystem services. In India, 32% of land is degraded, and 25% faces desertification, caused by deforestation, unsustainable agriculture, industrial pollution, and natural erosion. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
#### 5. Question
Recently, which organization announced the ‘New World Soil Health Index’ at the International conference on Soils?
• (a) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
• (b) World Health Organization (WHO)
• (c) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO)
• (d) World Bank
Explanation:
• UNESCO announced the New World Soil Health Index at an international conference in Morocco to standardize soil quality measurements and identify degradation or improvement trends. Additionally, a pilot program for sustainable soil management will be launched in ten Biosphere Reserves to implement best practices globally.
• Soil degradation is the decline in soil health, resulting in reduced capacity to provide essential ecosystem services.
• In India, 32% of land is degraded, and 25% faces desertification, caused by deforestation, unsustainable agriculture, industrial pollution, and natural erosion.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
Explanation:
• UNESCO announced the New World Soil Health Index at an international conference in Morocco to standardize soil quality measurements and identify degradation or improvement trends. Additionally, a pilot program for sustainable soil management will be launched in ten Biosphere Reserves to implement best practices globally.
• Soil degradation is the decline in soil health, resulting in reduced capacity to provide essential ecosystem services.
• In India, 32% of land is degraded, and 25% faces desertification, caused by deforestation, unsustainable agriculture, industrial pollution, and natural erosion.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points ‘Facial recognition technology’ primarily relies on which of the following techniques? (a) Voice modulation analysis (b) Fingerprint scanning (c) Image processing and machine learning (d) Retinal scanning Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: Responsible AI for All (RAI) on Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) By NITI Aayog This White paper examines Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) under NITI Aayog’s RAI principles to establish a framework for its responsible and safe use in India. FRT identifies or verifies individuals using AI algorithms based on images or videos. It performs three main functions: facial detection, facial extraction, and facial recognition. Facial recognition technology uses image processing to detect and analyze facial features. Machine learning algorithms are then employed to compare these features against a database of known faces to identify or verify a person’s identity. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: Responsible AI for All (RAI) on Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) By NITI Aayog This White paper examines Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) under NITI Aayog’s RAI principles to establish a framework for its responsible and safe use in India. FRT identifies or verifies individuals using AI algorithms based on images or videos. It performs three main functions: facial detection, facial extraction, and facial recognition. Facial recognition technology uses image processing to detect and analyze facial features. Machine learning algorithms are then employed to compare these features against a database of known faces to identify or verify a person’s identity. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
#### 6. Question
‘Facial recognition technology’ primarily relies on which of the following techniques?
• (a) Voice modulation analysis
• (b) Fingerprint scanning
• (c) Image processing and machine learning
• (d) Retinal scanning
Explanation:
• Responsible AI for All (RAI) on Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) By NITI Aayog This White paper examines Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) under NITI Aayog’s RAI principles to establish a framework for its responsible and safe use in India. FRT identifies or verifies individuals using AI algorithms based on images or videos. It performs three main functions: facial detection, facial extraction, and facial recognition.
• This White paper examines Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) under NITI Aayog’s RAI principles to establish a framework for its responsible and safe use in India.
• FRT identifies or verifies individuals using AI algorithms based on images or videos. It performs three main functions: facial detection, facial extraction, and facial recognition.
• Facial recognition technology uses image processing to detect and analyze facial features. Machine learning algorithms are then employed to compare these features against a database of known faces to identify or verify a person’s identity.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
Explanation:
• Responsible AI for All (RAI) on Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) By NITI Aayog This White paper examines Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) under NITI Aayog’s RAI principles to establish a framework for its responsible and safe use in India. FRT identifies or verifies individuals using AI algorithms based on images or videos. It performs three main functions: facial detection, facial extraction, and facial recognition.
• This White paper examines Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) under NITI Aayog’s RAI principles to establish a framework for its responsible and safe use in India.
• FRT identifies or verifies individuals using AI algorithms based on images or videos. It performs three main functions: facial detection, facial extraction, and facial recognition.
• Facial recognition technology uses image processing to detect and analyze facial features. Machine learning algorithms are then employed to compare these features against a database of known faces to identify or verify a person’s identity.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: Lightning always strikes the tallest object. Lightning is hotter than the surface of the sun. Thunder is caused by the rapid expansion of air around a lightning bolt. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: S1 is incorrect: Lightning does not always strike the tallest object. While it is more likely to strike taller objects, it can strike any object, including those that are not the tallest. S2 is True. Lightning is indeed hotter than the surface of the sun. The temperature of a lightning bolt can reach up to 30,000 Kelvin (53,540 degrees Fahrenheit), whereas the surface of the sun is about 5,500 Kelvin (9,932 degrees Fahrenheit). S3 is True. Thunder is caused by the rapid expansion of air around a lightning bolt. The intense heat from the lightning causes the air to expand explosively, creating the sound wave we hear as thunder. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: S1 is incorrect: Lightning does not always strike the tallest object. While it is more likely to strike taller objects, it can strike any object, including those that are not the tallest. S2 is True. Lightning is indeed hotter than the surface of the sun. The temperature of a lightning bolt can reach up to 30,000 Kelvin (53,540 degrees Fahrenheit), whereas the surface of the sun is about 5,500 Kelvin (9,932 degrees Fahrenheit). S3 is True. Thunder is caused by the rapid expansion of air around a lightning bolt. The intense heat from the lightning causes the air to expand explosively, creating the sound wave we hear as thunder. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
#### 7. Question
Consider the following statements:
• Lightning always strikes the tallest object. Lightning is hotter than the surface of the sun. Thunder is caused by the rapid expansion of air around a lightning bolt.
• Lightning always strikes the tallest object.
• Lightning is hotter than the surface of the sun.
• Thunder is caused by the rapid expansion of air around a lightning bolt.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Explanation:
• S1 is incorrect: Lightning does not always strike the tallest object. While it is more likely to strike taller objects, it can strike any object, including those that are not the tallest.
• S2 is True. Lightning is indeed hotter than the surface of the sun. The temperature of a lightning bolt can reach up to 30,000 Kelvin (53,540 degrees Fahrenheit), whereas the surface of the sun is about 5,500 Kelvin (9,932 degrees Fahrenheit).
• S3 is True. Thunder is caused by the rapid expansion of air around a lightning bolt. The intense heat from the lightning causes the air to expand explosively, creating the sound wave we hear as thunder.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
Explanation:
• S1 is incorrect: Lightning does not always strike the tallest object. While it is more likely to strike taller objects, it can strike any object, including those that are not the tallest.
• S2 is True. Lightning is indeed hotter than the surface of the sun. The temperature of a lightning bolt can reach up to 30,000 Kelvin (53,540 degrees Fahrenheit), whereas the surface of the sun is about 5,500 Kelvin (9,932 degrees Fahrenheit).
• S3 is True. Thunder is caused by the rapid expansion of air around a lightning bolt. The intense heat from the lightning causes the air to expand explosively, creating the sound wave we hear as thunder.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about mosses: Mosses are primarily found in dry, arid environments. They reproduce through spores rather than seeds. Mosses have a dominant sporophyte generation in their life cycle. They play an essential role in soil formation and prevention of soil erosion. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1 and 3 (b) 2 and 4 (c) 1 and 4 (d) 2 and 3 Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: S1 is Incorrect: Mosses are typically found in moist, shaded environments rather than dry, arid environments. They need water to survive and reproduce. S2 is Correct: Mosses reproduce through spores. They do not produce flowers or seeds like many other plants. S3 is Incorrect: In mosses, the gametophyte generation is dominant. This is the green, leafy part that we commonly see. The sporophyte is dependent on the gametophyte for nutrition. S4 is Correct: Mosses contribute to soil formation by breaking down rocks and organic matter. They also help prevent soil erosion by stabilizing the soil with their dense mats of vegetation. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: S1 is Incorrect: Mosses are typically found in moist, shaded environments rather than dry, arid environments. They need water to survive and reproduce. S2 is Correct: Mosses reproduce through spores. They do not produce flowers or seeds like many other plants. S3 is Incorrect: In mosses, the gametophyte generation is dominant. This is the green, leafy part that we commonly see. The sporophyte is dependent on the gametophyte for nutrition. S4 is Correct: Mosses contribute to soil formation by breaking down rocks and organic matter. They also help prevent soil erosion by stabilizing the soil with their dense mats of vegetation. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
#### 8. Question
Consider the following statements about mosses:
• Mosses are primarily found in dry, arid environments. They reproduce through spores rather than seeds. Mosses have a dominant sporophyte generation in their life cycle. They play an essential role in soil formation and prevention of soil erosion.
• Mosses are primarily found in dry, arid environments.
• They reproduce through spores rather than seeds.
• Mosses have a dominant sporophyte generation in their life cycle.
• They play an essential role in soil formation and prevention of soil erosion.
Which of the above statements are correct?
• (a) 1 and 3
• (b) 2 and 4
• (c) 1 and 4
• (d) 2 and 3
Explanation:
• S1 is Incorrect: Mosses are typically found in moist, shaded environments rather than dry, arid environments. They need water to survive and reproduce.
• S2 is Correct: Mosses reproduce through spores. They do not produce flowers or seeds like many other plants.
• S3 is Incorrect: In mosses, the gametophyte generation is dominant. This is the green, leafy part that we commonly see. The sporophyte is dependent on the gametophyte for nutrition.
• S4 is Correct: Mosses contribute to soil formation by breaking down rocks and organic matter. They also help prevent soil erosion by stabilizing the soil with their dense mats of vegetation.
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Explanation:
• S1 is Incorrect: Mosses are typically found in moist, shaded environments rather than dry, arid environments. They need water to survive and reproduce.
• S2 is Correct: Mosses reproduce through spores. They do not produce flowers or seeds like many other plants.
• S3 is Incorrect: In mosses, the gametophyte generation is dominant. This is the green, leafy part that we commonly see. The sporophyte is dependent on the gametophyte for nutrition.
• S4 is Correct: Mosses contribute to soil formation by breaking down rocks and organic matter. They also help prevent soil erosion by stabilizing the soil with their dense mats of vegetation.
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• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about Li-Fi technology: Li-Fi uses visible light spectrum to transmit data. Li-Fi can work through walls like Wi-Fi. Li-Fi offers higher data transfer rates compared to Wi-Fi. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: S1 is correct. Li-Fi utilizes the visible light spectrum, typically from LEDs, to send information. S2 is incorrect. Unlike Wi-Fi, which uses radio waves that can penetrate walls, Li-Fi relies on light waves, which cannot pass through opaque objects. S3 is correct. Li-Fi has the potential to achieve much higher data transfer rates due to the wide bandwidth of visible light. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: S1 is correct. Li-Fi utilizes the visible light spectrum, typically from LEDs, to send information. S2 is incorrect. Unlike Wi-Fi, which uses radio waves that can penetrate walls, Li-Fi relies on light waves, which cannot pass through opaque objects. S3 is correct. Li-Fi has the potential to achieve much higher data transfer rates due to the wide bandwidth of visible light. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
#### 9. Question
Consider the following statements about Li-Fi technology:
• Li-Fi uses visible light spectrum to transmit data. Li-Fi can work through walls like Wi-Fi. Li-Fi offers higher data transfer rates compared to Wi-Fi.
• Li-Fi uses visible light spectrum to transmit data.
• Li-Fi can work through walls like Wi-Fi.
• Li-Fi offers higher data transfer rates compared to Wi-Fi.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Explanation:
• S1 is correct. Li-Fi utilizes the visible light spectrum, typically from LEDs, to send information.
• S2 is incorrect. Unlike Wi-Fi, which uses radio waves that can penetrate walls, Li-Fi relies on light waves, which cannot pass through opaque objects.
• S3 is correct. Li-Fi has the potential to achieve much higher data transfer rates due to the wide bandwidth of visible light.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
Explanation:
• S1 is correct. Li-Fi utilizes the visible light spectrum, typically from LEDs, to send information.
• S2 is incorrect. Unlike Wi-Fi, which uses radio waves that can penetrate walls, Li-Fi relies on light waves, which cannot pass through opaque objects.
• S3 is correct. Li-Fi has the potential to achieve much higher data transfer rates due to the wide bandwidth of visible light.
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• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about India’s anti-radiation missile ‘Rudram-1’: It is developed by DRDO for the Indian Air Force. It is an air-to-surface anti-radiation missile. Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: India successfully test-fires its first Indigenous anti-radiation missile, ‘Rudram-1’ What is Rudram-1? It was developed by DRDO for the Indian Air Force and is an air-to-surface anti-radiation missile launched from Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets. It features INS-GPS navigation and a Passive Homing Head for accurate targeting of radiation-emitting sources. With an effective range of 500 meters to 15 km in altitude and up to 250 km in distance, Rudram-1 significantly enhances the IAF’s capability to suppress enemy air defences and neutralize critical installations. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: India successfully test-fires its first Indigenous anti-radiation missile, ‘Rudram-1’ What is Rudram-1? It was developed by DRDO for the Indian Air Force and is an air-to-surface anti-radiation missile launched from Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets. It features INS-GPS navigation and a Passive Homing Head for accurate targeting of radiation-emitting sources. With an effective range of 500 meters to 15 km in altitude and up to 250 km in distance, Rudram-1 significantly enhances the IAF’s capability to suppress enemy air defences and neutralize critical installations. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
#### 10. Question
Consider the following statements about India’s anti-radiation missile ‘Rudram-1’:
• It is developed by DRDO for the Indian Air Force. It is an air-to-surface anti-radiation missile.
• It is developed by DRDO for the Indian Air Force.
• It is an air-to-surface anti-radiation missile.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
• (a) 1 only
• (b) 2 only
• (c) Both 1 and 2
• (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation:
• Context: India successfully test-fires its first Indigenous anti-radiation missile, ‘Rudram-1’
• What is Rudram-1? It was developed by DRDO for the Indian Air Force and is an air-to-surface anti-radiation missile launched from Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets. It features INS-GPS navigation and a Passive Homing Head for accurate targeting of radiation-emitting sources. With an effective range of 500 meters to 15 km in altitude and up to 250 km in distance, Rudram-1 significantly enhances the IAF’s capability to suppress enemy air defences and neutralize critical installations.
• It was developed by DRDO for the Indian Air Force and is an air-to-surface anti-radiation missile launched from Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets. It features INS-GPS navigation and a Passive Homing Head for accurate targeting of radiation-emitting sources. With an effective range of 500 meters to 15 km in altitude and up to 250 km in distance, Rudram-1 significantly enhances the IAF’s capability to suppress enemy air defences and neutralize critical installations.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
Explanation:
• Context: India successfully test-fires its first Indigenous anti-radiation missile, ‘Rudram-1’
• What is Rudram-1? It was developed by DRDO for the Indian Air Force and is an air-to-surface anti-radiation missile launched from Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets. It features INS-GPS navigation and a Passive Homing Head for accurate targeting of radiation-emitting sources. With an effective range of 500 meters to 15 km in altitude and up to 250 km in distance, Rudram-1 significantly enhances the IAF’s capability to suppress enemy air defences and neutralize critical installations.
• It was developed by DRDO for the Indian Air Force and is an air-to-surface anti-radiation missile launched from Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets. It features INS-GPS navigation and a Passive Homing Head for accurate targeting of radiation-emitting sources. With an effective range of 500 meters to 15 km in altitude and up to 250 km in distance, Rudram-1 significantly enhances the IAF’s capability to suppress enemy air defences and neutralize critical installations.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/04/upsc-current-affairs-4-july-2024/
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