UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 10 July 2024

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 News reports occasionally mentioned the ‘Brasilia Declaration’. Which of the following sectors is the declaration connected to? (a) Climate Change (b) Road Safety (c) Financial Regulation (d) Human Rights Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: Rajasthan will become the first state in India to adopt a 10-year road safety action plan aimed at reducing road accidents by 50% by 2030. The Brasilia Declaration is an international agreement focused on improving road safety. It was adopted during the Second Global High-Level Conference on Road Safety held in Brasilia, Brazil, in November 2015. The declaration emphasizes the need for countries to enhance road safety management, improve infrastructure, enforce traffic laws, and promote safe driving behaviors to reduce traffic accidents and fatalities globally. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: Rajasthan will become the first state in India to adopt a 10-year road safety action plan aimed at reducing road accidents by 50% by 2030. The Brasilia Declaration is an international agreement focused on improving road safety. It was adopted during the Second Global High-Level Conference on Road Safety held in Brasilia, Brazil, in November 2015. The declaration emphasizes the need for countries to enhance road safety management, improve infrastructure, enforce traffic laws, and promote safe driving behaviors to reduce traffic accidents and fatalities globally. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

#### 1. Question

News reports occasionally mentioned the ‘Brasilia Declaration’. Which of the following sectors is the declaration connected to?

• (a) Climate Change

• (b) Road Safety

• (c) Financial Regulation

• (d) Human Rights

Explanation:

• Context: Rajasthan will become the first state in India to adopt a 10-year road safety action plan aimed at reducing road accidents by 50% by 2030.

• The Brasilia Declaration is an international agreement focused on improving road safety. It was adopted during the Second Global High-Level Conference on Road Safety held in Brasilia, Brazil, in November 2015. The declaration emphasizes the need for countries to enhance road safety management, improve infrastructure, enforce traffic laws, and promote safe driving behaviors to reduce traffic accidents and fatalities globally.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

Explanation:

• Context: Rajasthan will become the first state in India to adopt a 10-year road safety action plan aimed at reducing road accidents by 50% by 2030.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points The ‘Man and Biodiversity Programme’ is an initiative of which organization? (a) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) (b) World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) (c) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) (d) International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: UNESCO recently added 11 new biosphere reserves worldwide, spanning countries like Colombia, Italy, Mongolia, and the Republic of Korea. These reserves, including two transboundary sites, aim to conserve biodiversity and cultural heritage amid global biodiversity and climate challenges. The ‘Man and Biodiversity Programme,’ commonly referred to as the Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme, is an initiative of UNESCO. Launched in 1971, the MAB Programme aims to establish a scientific basis for the improvement of relationships between people and their environments. It focuses on the sustainable use and conservation of biodiversity, promoting harmonious interactions between humans and nature through research, education, and participatory approaches. The program also supports the creation of biosphere reserves, which are sites recognized for their biological and cultural diversity, serving as living laboratories for sustainable development practices. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: UNESCO recently added 11 new biosphere reserves worldwide, spanning countries like Colombia, Italy, Mongolia, and the Republic of Korea. These reserves, including two transboundary sites, aim to conserve biodiversity and cultural heritage amid global biodiversity and climate challenges. The ‘Man and Biodiversity Programme,’ commonly referred to as the Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme, is an initiative of UNESCO. Launched in 1971, the MAB Programme aims to establish a scientific basis for the improvement of relationships between people and their environments. It focuses on the sustainable use and conservation of biodiversity, promoting harmonious interactions between humans and nature through research, education, and participatory approaches. The program also supports the creation of biosphere reserves, which are sites recognized for their biological and cultural diversity, serving as living laboratories for sustainable development practices. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

#### 2. Question

The ‘Man and Biodiversity Programme’ is an initiative of which organization?

• (a) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

• (b) World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)

• (c) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

• (d) International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

Explanation:

• Context: UNESCO recently added 11 new biosphere reserves worldwide, spanning countries like Colombia, Italy, Mongolia, and the Republic of Korea. These reserves, including two transboundary sites, aim to conserve biodiversity and cultural heritage amid global biodiversity and climate challenges.

• These reserves, including two transboundary sites, aim to conserve biodiversity and cultural heritage amid global biodiversity and climate challenges.

• The ‘Man and Biodiversity Programme,’ commonly referred to as the Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme, is an initiative of UNESCO. Launched in 1971, the MAB Programme aims to establish a scientific basis for the improvement of relationships between people and their environments. It focuses on the sustainable use and conservation of biodiversity, promoting harmonious interactions between humans and nature through research, education, and participatory approaches. The program also supports the creation of biosphere reserves, which are sites recognized for their biological and cultural diversity, serving as living laboratories for sustainable development practices.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

Explanation:

• These reserves, including two transboundary sites, aim to conserve biodiversity and cultural heritage amid global biodiversity and climate challenges.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: The highest peak in the Similipal hill range is Khairiburu. Doddabetta is the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills. Guru Shikhar is the tallest point in the Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve. 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: The highest peak in the Similipal hill range is Khairiburu (1,168 metres). S2 is correct: Doddabetta is the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills, at 2637 metres (8650 feet). S3 is incorrect: The Guru Shikhar is the tallest point in the Aravalli range, rising to an elevation of 1, 722 metres. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/ Incorrect ANs: (b) Explanation: S1 is correct: The highest peak in the Similipal hill range is Khairiburu (1,168 metres). S2 is correct: Doddabetta is the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills, at 2637 metres (8650 feet). S3 is incorrect: The Guru Shikhar is the tallest point in the Aravalli range, rising to an elevation of 1, 722 metres. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements:

• The highest peak in the Similipal hill range is Khairiburu. Doddabetta is the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills. Guru Shikhar is the tallest point in the Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve.

• The highest peak in the Similipal hill range is Khairiburu.

• Doddabetta is the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills.

• Guru Shikhar is the tallest point in the Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Explanation:

• S1 is correct: The highest peak in the Similipal hill range is Khairiburu (1,168 metres).

• S2 is correct: Doddabetta is the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills, at 2637 metres (8650 feet).

• S3 is incorrect: The Guru Shikhar is the tallest point in the Aravalli range, rising to an elevation of 1, 722 metres.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

Explanation:

• S1 is correct: The highest peak in the Similipal hill range is Khairiburu (1,168 metres).

• S2 is correct: Doddabetta is the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills, at 2637 metres (8650 feet).

• S3 is incorrect: The Guru Shikhar is the tallest point in the Aravalli range, rising to an elevation of 1, 722 metres.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: The Community Reserve was established under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. Any state government can declare a community-owned forest area as “community reserve” if locals are willing to participate in conservation efforts for the same. Community Reserve receives the same legal protection as National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Community Reserves: Conservation reserves and community reserves in India are terms denoting protected areas of India which typically act as buffer zones to or connectors and migration corridors between established national parks, wildlife sanctuaries and reserved and protected forests of India. Such areas are designated as conservation areas if they are uninhabited and completely owned by the Government of India but used for subsistence by communities and community areas if part of the lands are privately owned. These protected area categories were first introduced in the Wildlife (Protection) Amendment Act of 2002 − the amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972. It enables any state government to declare community-owned forest area as “community reserve” if locals are willing to participate in conservation efforts for same. Under it, community reserve receives same legal protection as National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Community Reserves: Conservation reserves and community reserves in India are terms denoting protected areas of India which typically act as buffer zones to or connectors and migration corridors between established national parks, wildlife sanctuaries and reserved and protected forests of India. Such areas are designated as conservation areas if they are uninhabited and completely owned by the Government of India but used for subsistence by communities and community areas if part of the lands are privately owned. These protected area categories were first introduced in the Wildlife (Protection) Amendment Act of 2002 − the amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972. It enables any state government to declare community-owned forest area as “community reserve” if locals are willing to participate in conservation efforts for same. Under it, community reserve receives same legal protection as National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements:

• The Community Reserve was established under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. Any state government can declare a community-owned forest area as “community reserve” if locals are willing to participate in conservation efforts for the same. Community Reserve receives the same legal protection as National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries.

• The Community Reserve was established under the Environment Protection Act, 1986.

• Any state government can declare a community-owned forest area as “community reserve” if locals are willing to participate in conservation efforts for the same.

• Community Reserve receives the same legal protection as National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is incorrect.

• Community Reserves: Conservation reserves and community reserves in India are terms denoting protected areas of India which typically act as buffer zones to or connectors and migration corridors between established national parks, wildlife sanctuaries and reserved and protected forests of India. Such areas are designated as conservation areas if they are uninhabited and completely owned by the Government of India but used for subsistence by communities and community areas if part of the lands are privately owned. These protected area categories were first introduced in the Wildlife (Protection) Amendment Act of 2002 − the amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972. It enables any state government to declare community-owned forest area as “community reserve” if locals are willing to participate in conservation efforts for same. Under it, community reserve receives same legal protection as National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries.

• Conservation reserves and community reserves in India are terms denoting protected areas of India which typically act as buffer zones to or connectors and migration corridors between established national parks, wildlife sanctuaries and reserved and protected forests of India.

• Such areas are designated as conservation areas if they are uninhabited and completely owned by the Government of India but used for subsistence by communities and community areas if part of the lands are privately owned.

• These protected area categories were first introduced in the Wildlife (Protection) Amendment Act of 2002 − the amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972.

• It enables any state government to declare community-owned forest area as “community reserve” if locals are willing to participate in conservation efforts for same.

• Under it, community reserve receives same legal protection as National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is incorrect.

• These protected area categories were first introduced in the Wildlife (Protection) Amendment Act of 2002 − the amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972.

• It enables any state government to declare community-owned forest area as “community reserve” if locals are willing to participate in conservation efforts for same.

• Under it, community reserve receives same legal protection as National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: Wildlife Sanctuaries provide protection to the entire ecosystem, that is, flora, fauna and landscape. National Parks are reserved exclusively for wildlife uses, especially those in danger of extinction and the rare ones. National parks are given a greater degree of protection than Wildlife Sanctuaries. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (a) Explanation: Only statement 3 is correct. The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 provides for the establishment of Protected Areas in India. There are different categories of protected areas which are managed with different objectives for the larger motive of conservation. National Parks provide protection to the entire ecosystem, that is, flora, fauna, landscape, etc. of that region. The national parks not only conserve wildlife but also provide a diversion of environmental and landscape heritage in a manner that does not harm it, in order to provide enjoyment to future generations. National parks are given a greater degree of protection, with human activity greatly restricted. Only certain areas can be visited and only activities permitted by the chief wildlife warden of the state are allowed in the park. Wildlife Sanctuaries: Wildlife Sanctuary, as the name implies, is the place that is reserved exclusively for wildlife use, which includes animals, reptiles, insects, birds, etc. wild animals, especially those in danger of extinction and the rare ones, so that they can live in peace for a lifetime and keep their population viable. Restrictions are less and open to general public. Wildlife sanctuaries refer to an area that provides protection and living conditions favourable to wild animals. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (a) Explanation: Only statement 3 is correct. The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 provides for the establishment of Protected Areas in India. There are different categories of protected areas which are managed with different objectives for the larger motive of conservation. National Parks provide protection to the entire ecosystem, that is, flora, fauna, landscape, etc. of that region. The national parks not only conserve wildlife but also provide a diversion of environmental and landscape heritage in a manner that does not harm it, in order to provide enjoyment to future generations. National parks are given a greater degree of protection, with human activity greatly restricted. Only certain areas can be visited and only activities permitted by the chief wildlife warden of the state are allowed in the park. Wildlife Sanctuaries: Wildlife Sanctuary, as the name implies, is the place that is reserved exclusively for wildlife use, which includes animals, reptiles, insects, birds, etc. wild animals, especially those in danger of extinction and the rare ones, so that they can live in peace for a lifetime and keep their population viable. Restrictions are less and open to general public. Wildlife sanctuaries refer to an area that provides protection and living conditions favourable to wild animals. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements:

• Wildlife Sanctuaries provide protection to the entire ecosystem, that is, flora, fauna and landscape. National Parks are reserved exclusively for wildlife uses, especially those in danger of extinction and the rare ones. National parks are given a greater degree of protection than Wildlife Sanctuaries.

• Wildlife Sanctuaries provide protection to the entire ecosystem, that is, flora, fauna and landscape.

• National Parks are reserved exclusively for wildlife uses, especially those in danger of extinction and the rare ones.

• National parks are given a greater degree of protection than Wildlife Sanctuaries.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Explanation:

• Only statement 3 is correct.

• The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 provides for the establishment of Protected Areas in India. There are different categories of protected areas which are managed with different objectives for the larger motive of conservation. National Parks provide protection to the entire ecosystem, that is, flora, fauna, landscape, etc. of that region. The national parks not only conserve wildlife but also provide a diversion of environmental and landscape heritage in a manner that does not harm it, in order to provide enjoyment to future generations. National parks are given a greater degree of protection, with human activity greatly restricted. Only certain areas can be visited and only activities permitted by the chief wildlife warden of the state are allowed in the park.

• Wildlife Sanctuaries: Wildlife Sanctuary, as the name implies, is the place that is reserved exclusively for wildlife use, which includes animals, reptiles, insects, birds, etc. wild animals, especially those in danger of extinction and the rare ones, so that they can live in peace for a lifetime and keep their population viable. Restrictions are less and open to general public. Wildlife sanctuaries refer to an area that provides protection and living conditions favourable to wild animals.

• Wildlife Sanctuary, as the name implies, is the place that is reserved exclusively for wildlife use, which includes animals, reptiles, insects, birds, etc. wild animals, especially those in danger of extinction and the rare ones, so that they can live in peace for a lifetime and keep their population viable. Restrictions are less and open to general public. Wildlife sanctuaries refer to an area that provides protection and living conditions favourable to wild animals.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

Explanation:

• Only statement 3 is correct.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points How does climate change influence the frequency and intensity of wildfires (a) It decreases the occurrence of wildfires by increasing rainfall. (b) It has no significant impact on wildfires. (c) It increases the frequency and intensity of wildfires by creating hotter and drier conditions. (d) It prevents wildfires by lowering temperatures. Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: Arctic wildfires have become more frequent and intense due to global warming, causing significant environmental concerns. In 2024, over 160 wildfires in Sakha, Russia, burned nearly 460,000 hectares. Climate change leads to higher temperatures and prolonged droughts, creating conditions that are more conducive to wildfires. This results in an increased frequency and intensity of wildfires. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: Arctic wildfires have become more frequent and intense due to global warming, causing significant environmental concerns. In 2024, over 160 wildfires in Sakha, Russia, burned nearly 460,000 hectares. Climate change leads to higher temperatures and prolonged droughts, creating conditions that are more conducive to wildfires. This results in an increased frequency and intensity of wildfires. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

#### 6. Question

How does climate change influence the frequency and intensity of wildfires

• (a) It decreases the occurrence of wildfires by increasing rainfall.

• (b) It has no significant impact on wildfires.

• (c) It increases the frequency and intensity of wildfires by creating hotter and drier conditions.

• (d) It prevents wildfires by lowering temperatures.

Explanation:

• Context: Arctic wildfires have become more frequent and intense due to global warming, causing significant environmental concerns. In 2024, over 160 wildfires in Sakha, Russia, burned nearly 460,000 hectares.

• Climate change leads to higher temperatures and prolonged droughts, creating conditions that are more conducive to wildfires. This results in an increased frequency and intensity of wildfires.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

Explanation:

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points ‘Project PARI’ is an initiative of the (a) Ministry of Co-operation (b) Ministry of Women and Child Development (c) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (d) Ministry of Culture Correct Ans: (d) Explanation: Context: The Ministry of Culture has initiated Project PARI (Public Art of India) to coincide with the 46th World Heritage Committee Meeting in New Delhi from 21-31 July 2024. About Project PARI (Public Art of India): It is an initiative by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, executed by Lalit Kala Akademi and the National Gallery of Modern Art. It aims to stimulate dialogue, reflection, and inspiration, enriching India’s cultural landscape. Featuring a diverse range of artwork inspired by traditional Indian art forms, Project Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (d) Explanation: Context: The Ministry of Culture has initiated Project PARI (Public Art of India) to coincide with the 46th World Heritage Committee Meeting in New Delhi from 21-31 July 2024. About Project PARI (Public Art of India): It is an initiative by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, executed by Lalit Kala Akademi and the National Gallery of Modern Art. It aims to stimulate dialogue, reflection, and inspiration, enriching India’s cultural landscape. Featuring a diverse range of artwork inspired by traditional Indian art forms, Project Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

#### 7. Question

‘Project PARI’ is an initiative of the

• (a) Ministry of Co-operation

• (b) Ministry of Women and Child Development

• (c) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment

• (d) Ministry of Culture

Explanation:

• Context: The Ministry of Culture has initiated Project PARI (Public Art of India) to coincide with the 46th World Heritage Committee Meeting in New Delhi from 21-31 July 2024.

• About Project PARI (Public Art of India): It is an initiative by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, executed by Lalit Kala Akademi and the National Gallery of Modern Art. It aims to stimulate dialogue, reflection, and inspiration, enriching India’s cultural landscape. Featuring a diverse range of artwork inspired by traditional Indian art forms, Project

• It is an initiative by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, executed by Lalit Kala Akademi and the National Gallery of Modern Art. It aims to stimulate dialogue, reflection, and inspiration, enriching India’s cultural landscape.

• Featuring a diverse range of artwork inspired by traditional Indian art forms, Project

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

Explanation:

• Context: The Ministry of Culture has initiated Project PARI (Public Art of India) to coincide with the 46th World Heritage Committee Meeting in New Delhi from 21-31 July 2024.

• Featuring a diverse range of artwork inspired by traditional Indian art forms, Project

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points The word ‘Denisovan’ is sometimes mentioned in media in reference to (a) fossils of a kind of dinosaurs (b) an early human species (c) a cave system found in North-East India. (d) a geological period in the history of Indian subcontinent Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: A study reveals that Denisovans, an extinct human species, occupied the Tibetan Plateau 160,000 years ago. Who were Denisovans? Denisovans were an extinct group of hominins, or human relatives, known primarily from remains found in Siberia and Tibet. They lived hundreds of thousands of years ago and coexisted with Neanderthals and early modern humans. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: A study reveals that Denisovans, an extinct human species, occupied the Tibetan Plateau 160,000 years ago. Who were Denisovans? Denisovans were an extinct group of hominins, or human relatives, known primarily from remains found in Siberia and Tibet. They lived hundreds of thousands of years ago and coexisted with Neanderthals and early modern humans. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

#### 8. Question

The word ‘Denisovan’ is sometimes mentioned in media in reference to

• (a) fossils of a kind of dinosaurs

• (b) an early human species

• (c) a cave system found in North-East India.

• (d) a geological period in the history of Indian subcontinent

Explanation:

• Context: A study reveals that Denisovans, an extinct human species, occupied the Tibetan Plateau 160,000 years ago.

• Who were Denisovans? Denisovans were an extinct group of hominins, or human relatives, known primarily from remains found in Siberia and Tibet. They lived hundreds of thousands of years ago and coexisted with Neanderthals and early modern humans.

• Denisovans were an extinct group of hominins, or human relatives, known primarily from remains found in Siberia and Tibet. They lived hundreds of thousands of years ago and coexisted with Neanderthals and early modern humans.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

Explanation:

• Context: A study reveals that Denisovans, an extinct human species, occupied the Tibetan Plateau 160,000 years ago.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding quantum technologies: Quantum computers use qubits instead of classical bits. Quantum entanglement allows particles to be correlated in ways that classical physics cannot explain. Quantum cryptography is based on the principle that measuring quantum data disturbs it. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: S1 is correct: Unlike classical bits, which can be either 0 or 1, qubits can be in a superposition of states, allowing them to represent both 0 and 1 simultaneously. S2 is correct: Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon where the states of two or more particles become interlinked such that the state of one particle instantaneously affects the state of the other, regardless of the distance between them. S3 is correct: Quantum cryptography, particularly Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), relies on the fact that any attempt to measure or eavesdrop on quantum data will alter the data, thereby revealing the presence of an intruder. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: S1 is correct: Unlike classical bits, which can be either 0 or 1, qubits can be in a superposition of states, allowing them to represent both 0 and 1 simultaneously. S2 is correct: Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon where the states of two or more particles become interlinked such that the state of one particle instantaneously affects the state of the other, regardless of the distance between them. S3 is correct: Quantum cryptography, particularly Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), relies on the fact that any attempt to measure or eavesdrop on quantum data will alter the data, thereby revealing the presence of an intruder. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

#### 9. Question

Consider the following statements regarding quantum technologies:

• Quantum computers use qubits instead of classical bits. Quantum entanglement allows particles to be correlated in ways that classical physics cannot explain. Quantum cryptography is based on the principle that measuring quantum data disturbs it.

• Quantum computers use qubits instead of classical bits.

• Quantum entanglement allows particles to be correlated in ways that classical physics cannot explain.

• Quantum cryptography is based on the principle that measuring quantum data disturbs it.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Explanation:

• S1 is correct: Unlike classical bits, which can be either 0 or 1, qubits can be in a superposition of states, allowing them to represent both 0 and 1 simultaneously.

• S2 is correct: Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon where the states of two or more particles become interlinked such that the state of one particle instantaneously affects the state of the other, regardless of the distance between them.

• S3 is correct: Quantum cryptography, particularly Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), relies on the fact that any attempt to measure or eavesdrop on quantum data will alter the data, thereby revealing the presence of an intruder.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

Explanation:

• S1 is correct: Unlike classical bits, which can be either 0 or 1, qubits can be in a superposition of states, allowing them to represent both 0 and 1 simultaneously.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: The Arctic is a polar region located at the northernmost part of Earth. The Arctic Circle is the only place in the world where the sun can be seen for 24 continuous hours. The Arctic is home to the Arctic Ocean, which is the smallest and shallowest of the world’s oceans. 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. The Arctic is indeed a polar region located at the northernmost part of Earth. S2 is incorrect. The phenomenon of the sun being visible for 24 continuous hours occurs both in the Arctic and Antarctic Circles, not exclusively in the Arctic. S3 is correct. The Arctic Ocean is the smallest and shallowest of the world’s oceans. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: S1 is correct. The Arctic is indeed a polar region located at the northernmost part of Earth. S2 is incorrect. The phenomenon of the sun being visible for 24 continuous hours occurs both in the Arctic and Antarctic Circles, not exclusively in the Arctic. S3 is correct. The Arctic Ocean is the smallest and shallowest of the world’s oceans. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

#### 10. Question

Consider the following statements:

• The Arctic is a polar region located at the northernmost part of Earth. The Arctic Circle is the only place in the world where the sun can be seen for 24 continuous hours. The Arctic is home to the Arctic Ocean, which is the smallest and shallowest of the world’s oceans.

• The Arctic is a polar region located at the northernmost part of Earth.

• The Arctic Circle is the only place in the world where the sun can be seen for 24 continuous hours.

• The Arctic is home to the Arctic Ocean, which is the smallest and shallowest of the world’s oceans.

How many of the above statements is/are correct

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Explanation:

• S1 is correct. The Arctic is indeed a polar region located at the northernmost part of Earth.

• S2 is incorrect. The phenomenon of the sun being visible for 24 continuous hours occurs both in the Arctic and Antarctic Circles, not exclusively in the Arctic.

• S3 is correct. The Arctic Ocean is the smallest and shallowest of the world’s oceans.

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Explanation:

• S1 is correct. The Arctic is indeed a polar region located at the northernmost part of Earth.

• S2 is incorrect. The phenomenon of the sun being visible for 24 continuous hours occurs both in the Arctic and Antarctic Circles, not exclusively in the Arctic.

• S3 is correct. The Arctic Ocean is the smallest and shallowest of the world’s oceans.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/07/09/upsc-current-affairs-9-july-2024/

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