UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 14 June 2024

The Current Affairs Quiz 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 Part IX of the Constitution of India is related to: (a) The Union Territories (b) The Panchayats (c) The Municipalities (d) The Fundamental Rights Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: What was the 73rd Constitutional Amendment? It added Part IX to the Constitution, encompassing provisions from Article 243 to 243-O. Its salient features include the establishment of Gram Sabha as a permanent unit comprising all registered village residents and the implementation of three tiers of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) at the village, intermediate, and district levels, although states with populations below 20 lakh may not have the intermediate level. Additionally, the amendment mandates reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) at every level of the Panchayat, proportionate to their population, along with 1/3rd reservation of seats for women. The 73rd Constitutional Amendment of 1992, sought to revolutionize rural governance in India by empowering Panchayats with greater autonomy and resources. While this amendment ushered in a new era of decentralization, Panchayats have yet to fully realize their potential as effective entities for planning and service delivery in rural areas. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: What was the 73rd Constitutional Amendment? It added Part IX to the Constitution, encompassing provisions from Article 243 to 243-O. Its salient features include the establishment of Gram Sabha as a permanent unit comprising all registered village residents and the implementation of three tiers of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) at the village, intermediate, and district levels, although states with populations below 20 lakh may not have the intermediate level. Additionally, the amendment mandates reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) at every level of the Panchayat, proportionate to their population, along with 1/3rd reservation of seats for women. The 73rd Constitutional Amendment of 1992, sought to revolutionize rural governance in India by empowering Panchayats with greater autonomy and resources. While this amendment ushered in a new era of decentralization, Panchayats have yet to fully realize their potential as effective entities for planning and service delivery in rural areas. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

#### 1. Question

Part IX of the Constitution of India is related to:

• (a) The Union Territories

• (b) The Panchayats

• (c) The Municipalities

• (d) The Fundamental Rights

Explanation: What was the 73rd Constitutional Amendment?

• It added Part IX to the Constitution, encompassing provisions from Article 243 to 243-O. Its salient features include the establishment of Gram Sabha as a permanent unit comprising all registered village residents and the implementation of three tiers of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) at the village, intermediate, and district levels, although states with populations below 20 lakh may not have the intermediate level. Additionally, the amendment mandates reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) at every level of the Panchayat, proportionate to their population, along with 1/3rd reservation of seats for women.

• The 73rd Constitutional Amendment of 1992, sought to revolutionize rural governance in India by empowering Panchayats with greater autonomy and resources. While this amendment ushered in a new era of decentralization, Panchayats have yet to fully realize their potential as effective entities for planning and service delivery in rural areas.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

Explanation: What was the 73rd Constitutional Amendment?

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: Quantum bits (qubits) can exist in multiple states simultaneously. Quantum computers use classical logic gates like AND, OR, and NOT. Quantum entanglement allows qubits that are entangled to be instantly correlated, regardless of the distance between them. 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: This is true. Qubits can exist in a superposition of states, meaning they can represent both 0 and 1 simultaneously. S2: This is false. Quantum computers use quantum gates like Hadamard, Pauli-X, and CNOT, which operate on qubits in a fundamentally different way than classical logic gates operate on classical bits. S3: This is true. Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon where the state of one qubit is directly related to the state of another, no matter how far apart they are. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: S1: This is true. Qubits can exist in a superposition of states, meaning they can represent both 0 and 1 simultaneously. S2: This is false. Quantum computers use quantum gates like Hadamard, Pauli-X, and CNOT, which operate on qubits in a fundamentally different way than classical logic gates operate on classical bits. S3: This is true. Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon where the state of one qubit is directly related to the state of another, no matter how far apart they are. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements:

• Quantum bits (qubits) can exist in multiple states simultaneously. Quantum computers use classical logic gates like AND, OR, and NOT. Quantum entanglement allows qubits that are entangled to be instantly correlated, regardless of the distance between them.

• Quantum bits (qubits) can exist in multiple states simultaneously.

• Quantum computers use classical logic gates like AND, OR, and NOT.

• Quantum entanglement allows qubits that are entangled to be instantly correlated, regardless of the distance between them.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Explanation:

• S1: This is true. Qubits can exist in a superposition of states, meaning they can represent both 0 and 1 simultaneously.

• S2: This is false. Quantum computers use quantum gates like Hadamard, Pauli-X, and CNOT, which operate on qubits in a fundamentally different way than classical logic gates operate on classical bits.

• S3: This is true. Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon where the state of one qubit is directly related to the state of another, no matter how far apart they are.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

Explanation:

• S1: This is true. Qubits can exist in a superposition of states, meaning they can represent both 0 and 1 simultaneously.

• S3: This is true. Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon where the state of one qubit is directly related to the state of another, no matter how far apart they are.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points “Raising Ambition, Accelerating Action: Towards Enhanced NDCs for Forests” report published by the (a) IPCC (b) UNEP (c) UNFCCC (d) UNCCD Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: “Raising Ambition, Accelerating Action: Towards Enhanced NDCs for Forests” Report published by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) A UNEP report highlights significant gaps in forest protection, management, and restoration in current Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), which represent countries’ efforts to reduce emissions and adapt to climate change. From 2019 to 2023, tropical deforestation in the top 20 countries emitted 5.6 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent annually. Despite this, only eight countries have explicit targets to reduce deforestation, all falling short of the global goal to halt deforestation by 2030. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: “Raising Ambition, Accelerating Action: Towards Enhanced NDCs for Forests” Report published by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) A UNEP report highlights significant gaps in forest protection, management, and restoration in current Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), which represent countries’ efforts to reduce emissions and adapt to climate change. From 2019 to 2023, tropical deforestation in the top 20 countries emitted 5.6 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent annually. Despite this, only eight countries have explicit targets to reduce deforestation, all falling short of the global goal to halt deforestation by 2030. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

#### 3. Question

“Raising Ambition, Accelerating Action: Towards Enhanced NDCs for Forests” report published by the

• (c) UNFCCC

Explanation: “Raising Ambition, Accelerating Action: Towards Enhanced NDCs for Forests”

• Report published by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP)

• A UNEP report highlights significant gaps in forest protection, management, and restoration in current Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), which represent countries’ efforts to reduce emissions and adapt to climate change.

• From 2019 to 2023, tropical deforestation in the top 20 countries emitted 5.6 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent annually. Despite this, only eight countries have explicit targets to reduce deforestation, all falling short of the global goal to halt deforestation by 2030.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

Explanation: “Raising Ambition, Accelerating Action: Towards Enhanced NDCs for Forests”

• Report published by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP)

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Consider the the following statements about the ‘Climate Smart Cities Assessment Framework (CSCAF)’: It was launched by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC). It intends to inculcate a climate-sensitive approach to urban planning and development in India. Which of the given above statements is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Launched recently by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA). What is CSCAF? CSCAF initiative intends to inculcate a climate-sensitive approach to urban planning and development in India. The objective of CSCAF is to provide a clear roadmap for cities towards combating Climate Change while planning and implementing their actions, including investments. The Climate Centre for Cities under National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) is supporting MoHUA in implementation of CSCAF. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Launched recently by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA). What is CSCAF? CSCAF initiative intends to inculcate a climate-sensitive approach to urban planning and development in India. The objective of CSCAF is to provide a clear roadmap for cities towards combating Climate Change while planning and implementing their actions, including investments. The Climate Centre for Cities under National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) is supporting MoHUA in implementation of CSCAF. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

#### 4. Question

Consider the the following statements about the ‘Climate Smart Cities Assessment Framework (CSCAF)’:

• It was launched by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC). It intends to inculcate a climate-sensitive approach to urban planning and development in India.

• It was launched by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC).

• It intends to inculcate a climate-sensitive approach to urban planning and development in India.

Which of the given above statements is/are correct?

• (a) 1 only

• (b) 2 only

• (c) Both 1 and 2

• (d) Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

• Launched recently by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA).

• What is CSCAF? CSCAF initiative intends to inculcate a climate-sensitive approach to urban planning and development in India. The objective of CSCAF is to provide a clear roadmap for cities towards combating Climate Change while planning and implementing their actions, including investments. The Climate Centre for Cities under National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) is supporting MoHUA in implementation of CSCAF.

• CSCAF initiative intends to inculcate a climate-sensitive approach to urban planning and development in India.

• The objective of CSCAF is to provide a clear roadmap for cities towards combating Climate Change while planning and implementing their actions, including investments.

• The Climate Centre for Cities under National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) is supporting MoHUA in implementation of CSCAF.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

Explanation:

• Launched recently by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA).

• CSCAF initiative intends to inculcate a climate-sensitive approach to urban planning and development in India.

• The objective of CSCAF is to provide a clear roadmap for cities towards combating Climate Change while planning and implementing their actions, including investments.

• The Climate Centre for Cities under National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) is supporting MoHUA in implementation of CSCAF.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF). NDRF is located in the “Public Accounts” of Government of India under “Reserve Funds not bearing interest”. The relief activities for all the calamities are monitored by the Ministry of Home Affairs. NDRF amount can be spent only towards meeting the expenses for emergency response, relief and rehabilitation. How many of the above statements given is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: National Disaster Response Fund is defined in Section 46 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 (DM Act) as a fund managed by the Central Government for meeting the expenses for emergency response, relief and rehabilitation due to any threatening disaster situation or disaster. NDRF is constituted to supplement the funds of the State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF) of the states to facilitate immediate relief in case of calamities of a severe nature. The DM Act defines “disaster” to mean ‘a catastrophe, mishap, calamity or grave occurrence in any area, arising from natural or man-made causes, or by accident or negligence which results in substantial loss of life or human suffering or damage to, and destruction of, property, or damage to, or degradation of, environment, and is of such a nature or magnitude as to be beyond the coping capacity of the community of the affected area.’ S3: NDRF amount can be spent only towards meeting the expenses for emergency response, relief and rehabilitation. For projects exclusively for the purpose of mitigation, i.e, measures aimed at reducing the risk, impact or effect of a disaster or threatening disaster situation a separate fund called National Disaster Mitigation Fund has to be constituted. S1: NDRF is located in the “Public Accounts” of Government of India under “Reserve Funds not bearing interest”. S2: Department of Agriculture and Cooperation under Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) monitors relief activities for calamities associated with drought, hailstorms, pest attacks and cold wave /frost while the rest of the natural calamities are monitored by Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: National Disaster Response Fund is defined in Section 46 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 (DM Act) as a fund managed by the Central Government for meeting the expenses for emergency response, relief and rehabilitation due to any threatening disaster situation or disaster. NDRF is constituted to supplement the funds of the State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF) of the states to facilitate immediate relief in case of calamities of a severe nature. The DM Act defines “disaster” to mean ‘a catastrophe, mishap, calamity or grave occurrence in any area, arising from natural or man-made causes, or by accident or negligence which results in substantial loss of life or human suffering or damage to, and destruction of, property, or damage to, or degradation of, environment, and is of such a nature or magnitude as to be beyond the coping capacity of the community of the affected area.’ S3: NDRF amount can be spent only towards meeting the expenses for emergency response, relief and rehabilitation. For projects exclusively for the purpose of mitigation, i.e, measures aimed at reducing the risk, impact or effect of a disaster or threatening disaster situation a separate fund called National Disaster Mitigation Fund has to be constituted. S1: NDRF is located in the “Public Accounts” of Government of India under “Reserve Funds not bearing interest”. S2: Department of Agriculture and Cooperation under Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) monitors relief activities for calamities associated with drought, hailstorms, pest attacks and cold wave /frost while the rest of the natural calamities are monitored by Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF).

• NDRF is located in the “Public Accounts” of Government of India under “Reserve Funds not bearing interest”. The relief activities for all the calamities are monitored by the Ministry of Home Affairs. NDRF amount can be spent only towards meeting the expenses for emergency response, relief and rehabilitation.

• NDRF is located in the “Public Accounts” of Government of India under “Reserve Funds not bearing interest”.

• The relief activities for all the calamities are monitored by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

• NDRF amount can be spent only towards meeting the expenses for emergency response, relief and rehabilitation.

How many of the above statements given is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Explanation:

• National Disaster Response Fund is defined in Section 46 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 (DM Act) as a fund managed by the Central Government for meeting the expenses for emergency response, relief and rehabilitation due to any threatening disaster situation or disaster. NDRF is constituted to supplement the funds of the State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF) of the states to facilitate immediate relief in case of calamities of a severe nature.

• The DM Act defines “disaster” to mean ‘a catastrophe, mishap, calamity or grave occurrence in any area, arising from natural or man-made causes, or by accident or negligence which results in substantial loss of life or human suffering or damage to, and destruction of, property, or damage to, or degradation of, environment, and is of such a nature or magnitude as to be beyond the coping capacity of the community of the affected area.’

• S3: NDRF amount can be spent only towards meeting the expenses for emergency response, relief and rehabilitation. For projects exclusively for the purpose of mitigation, i.e, measures aimed at reducing the risk, impact or effect of a disaster or threatening disaster situation a separate fund called National Disaster Mitigation Fund has to be constituted.

• S1: NDRF is located in the “Public Accounts” of Government of India under “Reserve Funds not bearing interest”.

• S2: Department of Agriculture and Cooperation under Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) monitors relief activities for calamities associated with drought, hailstorms, pest attacks and cold wave /frost while the rest of the natural calamities are monitored by Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

Explanation:

• S1: NDRF is located in the “Public Accounts” of Government of India under “Reserve Funds not bearing interest”.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF). SDRF was constituted based on the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission. The Central Government contributes 50% to SDRF and the remaining 50% is provided by the State Government. A State Government may use the funds available under the SDRF for providing immediate relief to the victims of natural disasters that they consider to be ‘disasters’ within the local context in the State. How many of the above statements given is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (a) Explanation: SDRF has been constituted by each state under the provisions of Disaster Management act 2005. S1: It was constituted based on the recommendations of the 13th Finance Commission. S2: Funding: The Central Government contributes 75% of SDRF allocation for general category States/UTs and 90% for special category States/UTs. Heads: The state executive committee headed by the Chief Secretary is authorized to decide on all matters relating to the financing of the relief expenditure from the SDRF. Disaster (s) covered under SDRF: Cyclone, drought, earthquake, fire, flood, tsunami, hailstorm, landslide, avalanche, cloudburst, pest attack, frost and cold waves. S3: Local Disaster: A State Government may use up to 10 percent of the funds available under the SDRF for providing immediate relief to the victims of natural disasters that they consider to be ‘disasters’ within the local context in the State and which are not included in the notified list of disasters of the Ministry of Home Affairs subject to the condition that the State Government has listed the State specific natural disasters and notified clear and transparent norms and guidelines for such disasters with the approval of the State Authority, i.e., the State Executive Authority (SEC). Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (a) Explanation: SDRF has been constituted by each state under the provisions of Disaster Management act 2005. S1: It was constituted based on the recommendations of the 13th Finance Commission. S2: Funding: The Central Government contributes 75% of SDRF allocation for general category States/UTs and 90% for special category States/UTs. Heads: The state executive committee headed by the Chief Secretary is authorized to decide on all matters relating to the financing of the relief expenditure from the SDRF. Disaster (s) covered under SDRF: Cyclone, drought, earthquake, fire, flood, tsunami, hailstorm, landslide, avalanche, cloudburst, pest attack, frost and cold waves. S3: Local Disaster: A State Government may use up to 10 percent of the funds available under the SDRF for providing immediate relief to the victims of natural disasters that they consider to be ‘disasters’ within the local context in the State and which are not included in the notified list of disasters of the Ministry of Home Affairs subject to the condition that the State Government has listed the State specific natural disasters and notified clear and transparent norms and guidelines for such disasters with the approval of the State Authority, i.e., the State Executive Authority (SEC). Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

#### 6. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF).

• SDRF was constituted based on the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission. The Central Government contributes 50% to SDRF and the remaining 50% is provided by the State Government. A State Government may use the funds available under the SDRF for providing immediate relief to the victims of natural disasters that they consider to be ‘disasters’ within the local context in the State.

• SDRF was constituted based on the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission.

• The Central Government contributes 50% to SDRF and the remaining 50% is provided by the State Government.

• A State Government may use the funds available under the SDRF for providing immediate relief to the victims of natural disasters that they consider to be ‘disasters’ within the local context in the State.

How many of the above statements given is/are incorrect?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Explanation:

• SDRF has been constituted by each state under the provisions of Disaster Management act 2005.

• S1: It was constituted based on the recommendations of the 13th Finance Commission.

• S2: Funding: The Central Government contributes 75% of SDRF allocation for general category States/UTs and 90% for special category States/UTs.

• Heads: The state executive committee headed by the Chief Secretary is authorized to decide on all matters relating to the financing of the relief expenditure from the SDRF.

• Disaster (s) covered under SDRF: Cyclone, drought, earthquake, fire, flood, tsunami, hailstorm, landslide, avalanche, cloudburst, pest attack, frost and cold waves.

• S3: Local Disaster: A State Government may use up to 10 percent of the funds available under the SDRF for providing immediate relief to the victims of natural disasters that they consider to be ‘disasters’ within the local context in the State and which are not included in the notified list of disasters of the Ministry of Home Affairs subject to the condition that the State Government has listed the State specific natural disasters and notified clear and transparent norms and guidelines for such disasters with the approval of the State Authority, i.e., the State Executive Authority (SEC).

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

Explanation:

• SDRF has been constituted by each state under the provisions of Disaster Management act 2005.

• S1: It was constituted based on the recommendations of the 13th Finance Commission.

• S2: Funding: The Central Government contributes 75% of SDRF allocation for general category States/UTs and 90% for special category States/UTs.

• Heads: The state executive committee headed by the Chief Secretary is authorized to decide on all matters relating to the financing of the relief expenditure from the SDRF.

• Disaster (s) covered under SDRF: Cyclone, drought, earthquake, fire, flood, tsunami, hailstorm, landslide, avalanche, cloudburst, pest attack, frost and cold waves.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution of India is related to: (a) The right to equality before the law. (b) The right to freedom of speech and expression. (c) The right to form associations or unions. (d) The right to move freely throughout the territory of India. Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: Karnataka bans the Hindi film ‘Hamare Baarah’ due to communal concerns, suspending its exhibition and trailers for two weeks or until further notice. About Freedom of artistic expression: It is the principle that artists should be free from legal or conventional constraints in creating their art. In India, the Supreme Court affirmed this right for movies under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution. International agreements like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights also uphold this freedom. Films are considered differently due to their unique ability to combine visuals, sound, and emotions in a potent manner, making prior censorship necessary to prevent potential negative impacts on viewers’ minds. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: Karnataka bans the Hindi film ‘Hamare Baarah’ due to communal concerns, suspending its exhibition and trailers for two weeks or until further notice. About Freedom of artistic expression: It is the principle that artists should be free from legal or conventional constraints in creating their art. In India, the Supreme Court affirmed this right for movies under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution. International agreements like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights also uphold this freedom. Films are considered differently due to their unique ability to combine visuals, sound, and emotions in a potent manner, making prior censorship necessary to prevent potential negative impacts on viewers’ minds. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

#### 7. Question

Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution of India is related to:

• (a) The right to equality before the law.

• (b) The right to freedom of speech and expression.

• (c) The right to form associations or unions.

• (d) The right to move freely throughout the territory of India.

Explanation:

• Context: Karnataka bans the Hindi film ‘Hamare Baarah’ due to communal concerns, suspending its exhibition and trailers for two weeks or until further notice.

• About Freedom of artistic expression: It is the principle that artists should be free from legal or conventional constraints in creating their art. In India, the Supreme Court affirmed this right for movies under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution. International agreements like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights also uphold this freedom. Films are considered differently due to their unique ability to combine visuals, sound, and emotions in a potent manner, making prior censorship necessary to prevent potential negative impacts on viewers’ minds.

• It is the principle that artists should be free from legal or conventional constraints in creating their art. In India, the Supreme Court affirmed this right for movies under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution.

• International agreements like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights also uphold this freedom.

• Films are considered differently due to their unique ability to combine visuals, sound, and emotions in a potent manner, making prior censorship necessary to prevent potential negative impacts on viewers’ minds.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

Explanation:

• Context: Karnataka bans the Hindi film ‘Hamare Baarah’ due to communal concerns, suspending its exhibition and trailers for two weeks or until further notice.

• International agreements like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights also uphold this freedom.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points In which of the following states is ‘Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve’ located? (a) Karnataka (b) Rajasthan (c) Madhya Pradesh (d) Uttar Pradesh Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: A rare four-horned antelope has been sighted for the first time in the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve. Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve It spans Sagar, Damoh, and Narsinghpur districts in Madhya Pradesh, being the seventh in the state. It encompasses parts of the Nauradehi and Durgavati Wildlife Sanctuaries, featuring the historic Singorgarh Fort. A green corridor links it to the Panna Tiger Reserve for tiger movement. Rivers from the Narmada and Yamuna basins flow through, with dry deciduous vegetation dominated by Teak, Saja, and others. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: A rare four-horned antelope has been sighted for the first time in the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve. Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve It spans Sagar, Damoh, and Narsinghpur districts in Madhya Pradesh, being the seventh in the state. It encompasses parts of the Nauradehi and Durgavati Wildlife Sanctuaries, featuring the historic Singorgarh Fort. A green corridor links it to the Panna Tiger Reserve for tiger movement. Rivers from the Narmada and Yamuna basins flow through, with dry deciduous vegetation dominated by Teak, Saja, and others. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

#### 8. Question

In which of the following states is ‘Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve’ located?

• (a) Karnataka

• (b) Rajasthan

• (c) Madhya Pradesh

• (d) Uttar Pradesh

Explanation:

• Context: A rare four-horned antelope has been sighted for the first time in the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve.

• Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve It spans Sagar, Damoh, and Narsinghpur districts in Madhya Pradesh, being the seventh in the state. It encompasses parts of the Nauradehi and Durgavati Wildlife Sanctuaries, featuring the historic Singorgarh Fort. A green corridor links it to the Panna Tiger Reserve for tiger movement. Rivers from the Narmada and Yamuna basins flow through, with dry deciduous vegetation dominated by Teak, Saja, and others.

• It spans Sagar, Damoh, and Narsinghpur districts in Madhya Pradesh, being the seventh in the state.

• It encompasses parts of the Nauradehi and Durgavati Wildlife Sanctuaries, featuring the historic Singorgarh Fort.

• A green corridor links it to the Panna Tiger Reserve for tiger movement. Rivers from the Narmada and Yamuna basins flow through, with dry deciduous vegetation dominated by Teak, Saja, and others.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

Explanation:

• Context: A rare four-horned antelope has been sighted for the first time in the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve.

• It spans Sagar, Damoh, and Narsinghpur districts in Madhya Pradesh, being the seventh in the state.

• It encompasses parts of the Nauradehi and Durgavati Wildlife Sanctuaries, featuring the historic Singorgarh Fort.

• A green corridor links it to the Panna Tiger Reserve for tiger movement. Rivers from the Narmada and Yamuna basins flow through, with dry deciduous vegetation dominated by Teak, Saja, and others.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about Chousingha: It is a small bovid antelope found in Asia. It is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List Which of the given 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: About the four-horned antelope, also known as Chousingha: It is a small bovid antelope found in Asia. Unique for its four horns, only males bear them, with one pair between the ears and another on the forehead. Typically, solitary and diurnal, they may form small groups. Endemic to India and Nepal, they inhabit open, dry, deciduous forests in hilly terrain, often near water bodies. Classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss and hunting. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: About the four-horned antelope, also known as Chousingha: It is a small bovid antelope found in Asia. Unique for its four horns, only males bear them, with one pair between the ears and another on the forehead. Typically, solitary and diurnal, they may form small groups. Endemic to India and Nepal, they inhabit open, dry, deciduous forests in hilly terrain, often near water bodies. Classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss and hunting. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

#### 9. Question

Consider the following statements about Chousingha:

• It is a small bovid antelope found in Asia. It is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List

• It is a small bovid antelope found in Asia.

• It is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List

Which of the given above statements is/are correct?

• c. Both 1 and 2

• d. Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation: About the four-horned antelope, also known as Chousingha:

• It is a small bovid antelope found in Asia. Unique for its four horns, only males bear them, with one pair between the ears and another on the forehead. Typically, solitary and diurnal, they may form small groups. Endemic to India and Nepal, they inhabit open, dry, deciduous forests in hilly terrain, often near water bodies. Classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss and hunting.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

Explanation: About the four-horned antelope, also known as Chousingha:

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• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Lipulekh Pass is situated close to the boundary separating India from: (a) Myanmar (b) China (c) Bhutan (d) Pakistan Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: About Lipulekh Pass: It is located near the India-China (Tibet)-Nepal tri-junction in Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh district, is a crucial pass in the Kumaun region’s Kali Valley. Historically, it has served as a vital trade route for traders, pilgrims, and travelers, facilitating cultural exchange for centuries. Importantly, it offers a shorter travel route for the Kailash Mansarovar Pilgrimage, saving considerable travel time. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: About Lipulekh Pass: It is located near the India-China (Tibet)-Nepal tri-junction in Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh district, is a crucial pass in the Kumaun region’s Kali Valley. Historically, it has served as a vital trade route for traders, pilgrims, and travelers, facilitating cultural exchange for centuries. Importantly, it offers a shorter travel route for the Kailash Mansarovar Pilgrimage, saving considerable travel time. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

#### 10. Question

Lipulekh Pass is situated close to the boundary separating India from:

• (a) Myanmar

• (c) Bhutan

• (d) Pakistan

Explanation: About Lipulekh Pass:

• It is located near the India-China (Tibet)-Nepal tri-junction in Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh district, is a crucial pass in the Kumaun region’s Kali Valley. Historically, it has served as a vital trade route for traders, pilgrims, and travelers, facilitating cultural exchange for centuries. Importantly, it offers a shorter travel route for the Kailash Mansarovar Pilgrimage, saving considerable travel time.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/13/upsc-current-affairs-13-june-2024/

Explanation: About Lipulekh Pass:

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