UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 3 April 2024

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• Question 1 of 10 1. Question 1 points Consider the following pairs[GI product: State]: Asharikandi Terracotta Craft: Kerala Pani Meteka Craft: Assam Sarthebari Metal Craft: Odisha Jaapi: Sikkim How many of the above pairs are correctly matched? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) Only three (d) All four Correct Ans: (a) Explanation: All of the above GI products belongs to Assam [Asharikandi Terracotta Craft, Pani Meteka Craft, Sarthebari Metal Craft, Jaapi (Bamboo Headgear), Mishing Handloom Products] Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/gi-tags-granted-to-60-products/ Incorrect Ans: (a) Explanation: All of the above GI products belongs to Assam [Asharikandi Terracotta Craft, Pani Meteka Craft, Sarthebari Metal Craft, Jaapi (Bamboo Headgear), Mishing Handloom Products] Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/gi-tags-granted-to-60-products/

#### 1. Question

Consider the following pairs[GI product: State]:

• Asharikandi Terracotta Craft: Kerala Pani Meteka Craft: Assam Sarthebari Metal Craft: Odisha Jaapi: Sikkim

• Asharikandi Terracotta Craft: Kerala

• Pani Meteka Craft: Assam

• Sarthebari Metal Craft: Odisha

• Jaapi: Sikkim

How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) Only three

• (d) All four

Explanation:

• All of the above GI products belongs to Assam [Asharikandi Terracotta Craft, Pani Meteka Craft, Sarthebari Metal Craft, Jaapi (Bamboo Headgear), Mishing Handloom Products]

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/gi-tags-granted-to-60-products/

Explanation:

• All of the above GI products belongs to Assam [Asharikandi Terracotta Craft, Pani Meteka Craft, Sarthebari Metal Craft, Jaapi (Bamboo Headgear), Mishing Handloom Products]

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/gi-tags-granted-to-60-products/

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Consider the following pairs[GI product: State]: Pachra-Rignai: Assam Matabari Peda: Tripura Lyrnai Pottery: Meghalaya Chubitchi: Nagaland How many of the above pairs are correctly matched? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) Only three (d) All four Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Tripura: Pachra-Rignai, Matabari Peda Meghalaya: Garo Textile Weaving , Lyrnai Pottery, Chubitchi Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/gi-tags-granted-to-60-products/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Tripura: Pachra-Rignai, Matabari Peda Meghalaya: Garo Textile Weaving , Lyrnai Pottery, Chubitchi Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/gi-tags-granted-to-60-products/

#### 2. Question

Consider the following pairs[GI product: State]:

• Pachra-Rignai: Assam Matabari Peda: Tripura Lyrnai Pottery: Meghalaya Chubitchi: Nagaland

• Pachra-Rignai: Assam

• Matabari Peda: Tripura

• Lyrnai Pottery: Meghalaya

• Chubitchi: Nagaland

How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) Only three

• (d) All four

Explanation:

• Tripura: Pachra-Rignai, Matabari Peda

• Meghalaya: Garo Textile Weaving , Lyrnai Pottery, Chubitchi

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/gi-tags-granted-to-60-products/

Explanation:

• Tripura: Pachra-Rignai, Matabari Peda

• Meghalaya: Garo Textile Weaving , Lyrnai Pottery, Chubitchi

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/gi-tags-granted-to-60-products/

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points Which element is commonly used in atomic clocks due to its stable atomic structure? (a) Carbon (b) Uranium (c) Cesium (d) Hydrogen Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: India is deploying atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time, enhancing uniformity and national security. Cesium atomic clocks are widely used because cesium atoms have a particularly stable atomic structure, making them reliable for timekeeping purposes. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/atomic-clocks/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: India is deploying atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time, enhancing uniformity and national security. Cesium atomic clocks are widely used because cesium atoms have a particularly stable atomic structure, making them reliable for timekeeping purposes. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/atomic-clocks/

#### 3. Question

Which element is commonly used in atomic clocks due to its stable atomic structure?

• (a) Carbon

• (b) Uranium

• (c) Cesium

• (d) Hydrogen

Explanation:

• Context: India is deploying atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time, enhancing uniformity and national security.

• Cesium atomic clocks are widely used because cesium atoms have a particularly stable atomic structure, making them reliable for timekeeping purposes.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/atomic-clocks/

Explanation:

• Context: India is deploying atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time, enhancing uniformity and national security.

• Cesium atomic clocks are widely used because cesium atoms have a particularly stable atomic structure, making them reliable for timekeeping purposes.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/atomic-clocks/

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points What is the primary method by which atomic clocks maintain accuracy? (a) Radioactive decay (b) Mechanical gears (c) Atomic oscillations (d) Solar radiation Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: India is deploying atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time, enhancing uniformity and national security. Atomic clocks maintain accuracy by counting the regular oscillations or vibrations of atoms. This method provides extremely precise timekeeping. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/atomic-clocks/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: India is deploying atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time, enhancing uniformity and national security. Atomic clocks maintain accuracy by counting the regular oscillations or vibrations of atoms. This method provides extremely precise timekeeping. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/atomic-clocks/

#### 4. Question

What is the primary method by which atomic clocks maintain accuracy?

• (a) Radioactive decay

• (b) Mechanical gears

• (c) Atomic oscillations

• (d) Solar radiation

Explanation:

• Context: India is deploying atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time, enhancing uniformity and national security.

• Atomic clocks maintain accuracy by counting the regular oscillations or vibrations of atoms. This method provides extremely precise timekeeping.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/atomic-clocks/

Explanation:

• Context: India is deploying atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time, enhancing uniformity and national security.

• Atomic clocks maintain accuracy by counting the regular oscillations or vibrations of atoms. This method provides extremely precise timekeeping.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/atomic-clocks/

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points What term describes the phenomenon where the frequency of atomic oscillations is used to define the length of a second? (a) Time dilation (b) Atomic resonance (c) Time standardization (d) Atomic frequency standard Correct Ans: (d) Explanation: Context: India is deploying atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time, enhancing uniformity and national security. Atomic frequency standard refers to the process of using the frequency of atomic oscillations, typically of cesium or other suitable atoms, to define the standard unit of time, the second. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/atomic-clocks/ Incorrect Ans: (d) Explanation: Context: India is deploying atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time, enhancing uniformity and national security. Atomic frequency standard refers to the process of using the frequency of atomic oscillations, typically of cesium or other suitable atoms, to define the standard unit of time, the second. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/atomic-clocks/

#### 5. Question

What term describes the phenomenon where the frequency of atomic oscillations is used to define the length of a second?

• (a) Time dilation

• (b) Atomic resonance

• (c) Time standardization

• (d) Atomic frequency standard

Explanation:

• Context: India is deploying atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time, enhancing uniformity and national security.

• Atomic frequency standard refers to the process of using the frequency of atomic oscillations, typically of cesium or other suitable atoms, to define the standard unit of time, the second.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/atomic-clocks/

Explanation:

• Context: India is deploying atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time, enhancing uniformity and national security.

• Atomic frequency standard refers to the process of using the frequency of atomic oscillations, typically of cesium or other suitable atoms, to define the standard unit of time, the second.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/atomic-clocks/

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points ‘Atoms4NetZero’ is an initiative of the (a) Nuclear Europe (b) International Atomic Energy Agency (c) UN Conference on Disarmament (d) World nuclear transport institute Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: World leaders from over 30 countries (including India) and the EU convened at the recently inaugurated Nuclear Energy Summit in Brussels, emphasizing nuclear power’s role in achieving energy security, climate goals, and sustainable development. Atoms4NetZero is an IAEA initiative that supports efforts by Member States to harness the power of nuclear energy in the transition to net zero. The initiative provides Member States and stakeholders including industry, financial institutions, and international organizations with technical expertise and scientific evidence on the potential of nuclear energy to decarbonize electricity production as well as hard-to-abate sectors such as industry and transport. Refer; https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/first-ever-nuclear-energy-summit/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: World leaders from over 30 countries (including India) and the EU convened at the recently inaugurated Nuclear Energy Summit in Brussels, emphasizing nuclear power’s role in achieving energy security, climate goals, and sustainable development. Atoms4NetZero is an IAEA initiative that supports efforts by Member States to harness the power of nuclear energy in the transition to net zero. The initiative provides Member States and stakeholders including industry, financial institutions, and international organizations with technical expertise and scientific evidence on the potential of nuclear energy to decarbonize electricity production as well as hard-to-abate sectors such as industry and transport. Refer; https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/first-ever-nuclear-energy-summit/

#### 6. Question

‘Atoms4NetZero’ is an initiative of the

• (a) Nuclear Europe

• (b) International Atomic Energy Agency

• (c) UN Conference on Disarmament

• (d) World nuclear transport institute

Explanation:

• Context: World leaders from over 30 countries (including India) and the EU convened at the recently inaugurated Nuclear Energy Summit in Brussels, emphasizing nuclear power’s role in achieving energy security, climate goals, and sustainable development.

• Atoms4NetZero is an IAEA initiative that supports efforts by Member States to harness the power of nuclear energy in the transition to net zero. The initiative provides Member States and stakeholders including industry, financial institutions, and international organizations with technical expertise and scientific evidence on the potential of nuclear energy to decarbonize electricity production as well as hard-to-abate sectors such as industry and transport.

Refer; https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/first-ever-nuclear-energy-summit/

Explanation:

Refer; https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/first-ever-nuclear-energy-summit/

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Which of the following is NOT a potential application of genetic profiling? (a) Predicting an individual's risk of developing certain diseases. (b) Tailoring medical treatments based on genetic factors. (c) Determining a person's favorite color based on their DNA. (d) Identifying genetic markers associated with drug responses. Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: Option (a), (b) and (d) are potential applications of genetic profiling. Option(c) : While genetic profiling can provide information about various aspects of an individual, such as disease risk and ancestry, determining a person’s favorite color based on their DNA is not a scientifically supported application of genetic profiling. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/genetic-profiling-of-captive-elephants/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: Option (a), (b) and (d) are potential applications of genetic profiling. Option(c) : While genetic profiling can provide information about various aspects of an individual, such as disease risk and ancestry, determining a person’s favorite color based on their DNA is not a scientifically supported application of genetic profiling. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/genetic-profiling-of-captive-elephants/

#### 7. Question

Which of the following is NOT a potential application of genetic profiling?

• (a) Predicting an individual's risk of developing certain diseases.

• (b) Tailoring medical treatments based on genetic factors.

• (c) Determining a person's favorite color based on their DNA.

• (d) Identifying genetic markers associated with drug responses.

Explanation:

• Option (a), (b) and (d) are potential applications of genetic profiling.

• Option(c) : While genetic profiling can provide information about various aspects of an individual, such as disease risk and ancestry, determining a person’s favorite color based on their DNA is not a scientifically supported application of genetic profiling.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/genetic-profiling-of-captive-elephants/

Explanation:

• Option (a), (b) and (d) are potential applications of genetic profiling.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/genetic-profiling-of-captive-elephants/

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points With reference to the ‘Unstructured Supplementary Service Data’ (USSD), consider the following statements: USSD is a communication protocol used by mobile phones to access various services such as mobile banking, prepaid recharge, and interactive inquiries. USSD sessions require a stable internet connection for operation. USSD messages are typically shorter in length compared to SMS messages. USSD sessions are initiated by dialing a specific code, often starting with ‘’ and ending with ‘#’. USSD transactions are encrypted end-to-end, ensuring maximum security for users’ data. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only two (b) Only three (c) Only four (d) All five Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: S1 is Correct: USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) is indeed a communication protocol used by mobile phones to access various services such as mobile banking, prepaid recharge, and interactive inquiries. S2 is Incorrect: USSD sessions do not require an internet connection. They work over the GSM network, making them accessible even on basic mobile phones without internet capability. S3 is Correct: USSD messages are typically shorter in length compared to SMS messages, which makes them suitable for quick interactive sessions. S4 is Correct: USSD sessions are initiated by dialing a specific code, often starting with ‘’ and ending with ‘#’. These codes trigger actions or interactions with the mobile operator’s server. S5 is Incorrect: USSD transactions are not inherently encrypted end-to-end. While security measures may be implemented by service providers, USSD transactions do not universally guarantee encryption like some other communication protocols. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/ussd-based-call-forwarding/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: S1 is Correct: USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) is indeed a communication protocol used by mobile phones to access various services such as mobile banking, prepaid recharge, and interactive inquiries. S2 is Incorrect: USSD sessions do not require an internet connection. They work over the GSM network, making them accessible even on basic mobile phones without internet capability. S3 is Correct: USSD messages are typically shorter in length compared to SMS messages, which makes them suitable for quick interactive sessions. S4 is Correct: USSD sessions are initiated by dialing a specific code, often starting with ‘*’ and ending with ‘#’. These codes trigger actions or interactions with the mobile operator’s server. S5 is Incorrect: USSD transactions are not inherently encrypted end-to-end. While security measures may be implemented by service providers, USSD transactions do not universally guarantee encryption like some other communication protocols. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/ussd-based-call-forwarding/

#### 8. Question

With reference to the ‘Unstructured Supplementary Service Data’ (USSD), consider the following statements:

• USSD is a communication protocol used by mobile phones to access various services such as mobile banking, prepaid recharge, and interactive inquiries. USSD sessions require a stable internet connection for operation. USSD messages are typically shorter in length compared to SMS messages. USSD sessions are initiated by dialing a specific code, often starting with ‘*’ and ending with ‘#’. USSD transactions are encrypted end-to-end, ensuring maximum security for users’ data.

• USSD is a communication protocol used by mobile phones to access various services such as mobile banking, prepaid recharge, and interactive inquiries.

• USSD sessions require a stable internet connection for operation.

• USSD messages are typically shorter in length compared to SMS messages.

• USSD sessions are initiated by dialing a specific code, often starting with ‘*’ and ending with ‘#’.

• USSD transactions are encrypted end-to-end, ensuring maximum security for users’ data.

How many of the above statements are correct?

• (a) Only two

• (b) Only three

• (c) Only four

• (d) All five

Explanation:

• S1 is Correct: USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) is indeed a communication protocol used by mobile phones to access various services such as mobile banking, prepaid recharge, and interactive inquiries.

• S2 is Incorrect: USSD sessions do not require an internet connection. They work over the GSM network, making them accessible even on basic mobile phones without internet capability.

• S3 is Correct: USSD messages are typically shorter in length compared to SMS messages, which makes them suitable for quick interactive sessions.

• S4 is Correct: USSD sessions are initiated by dialing a specific code, often starting with ‘*’ and ending with ‘#’. These codes trigger actions or interactions with the mobile operator’s server.

• S5 is Incorrect: USSD transactions are not inherently encrypted end-to-end. While security measures may be implemented by service providers, USSD transactions do not universally guarantee encryption like some other communication protocols.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/ussd-based-call-forwarding/

Explanation:

• S2 is Incorrect: USSD sessions do not require an internet connection. They work over the GSM network, making them accessible even on basic mobile phones without internet capability.

• S3 is Correct: USSD messages are typically shorter in length compared to SMS messages, which makes them suitable for quick interactive sessions.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/ussd-based-call-forwarding/

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Which of the following statements about H5N1 is correct? (a) It is a type of bacteria that primarily affects poultry. (b) It is a strain of influenza virus that can infect humans and birds. (c) It is caused by a parasitic infection transmitted through contaminated water. (d) It is primarily transmitted through mosquito bites. Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: H5N1 bird flu, highly pathogenic since 2020, threatens birds and mammals globally. It’s infected birds in 80+ countries, leading to mass culling in poultry farms. H5N1 is a subtype of the influenza A virus and belongs to the family Orthomyxoviridae. It is commonly known as avian influenza or bird flu. Option A is incorrect because H5N1 is a virus, not a bacterium. Option C is incorrect because H5N1 is caused by a virus, not a parasitic infection. Option D is incorrect because H5N1 is primarily transmitted through close contact with infected birds or their droppings, not through mosquito bites. Therefore, option B is the correct statement about H5N1. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/h5n1-bird-flu/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: H5N1 bird flu, highly pathogenic since 2020, threatens birds and mammals globally. It’s infected birds in 80+ countries, leading to mass culling in poultry farms. H5N1 is a subtype of the influenza A virus and belongs to the family Orthomyxoviridae. It is commonly known as avian influenza or bird flu. Option A is incorrect because H5N1 is a virus, not a bacterium. Option C is incorrect because H5N1 is caused by a virus, not a parasitic infection. Option D is incorrect because H5N1 is primarily transmitted through close contact with infected birds or their droppings, not through mosquito bites. Therefore, option B is the correct statement about H5N1. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/h5n1-bird-flu/

#### 9. Question

Which of the following statements about H5N1 is correct?

• (a) It is a type of bacteria that primarily affects poultry.

• (b) It is a strain of influenza virus that can infect humans and birds.

• (c) It is caused by a parasitic infection transmitted through contaminated water.

• (d) It is primarily transmitted through mosquito bites.

Explanation:

• Context: H5N1 bird flu, highly pathogenic since 2020, threatens birds and mammals globally. It’s infected birds in 80+ countries, leading to mass culling in poultry farms.

• H5N1 is a subtype of the influenza A virus and belongs to the family Orthomyxoviridae. It is commonly known as avian influenza or bird flu. Option A is incorrect because H5N1 is a virus, not a bacterium. Option C is incorrect because H5N1 is caused by a virus, not a parasitic infection. Option D is incorrect because H5N1 is primarily transmitted through close contact with infected birds or their droppings, not through mosquito bites. Therefore, option B is the correct statement about H5N1.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/h5n1-bird-flu/

Explanation:

• Context: H5N1 bird flu, highly pathogenic since 2020, threatens birds and mammals globally. It’s infected birds in 80+ countries, leading to mass culling in poultry farms.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/04/02/h5n1-bird-flu/

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points ‘Katchatheevu Island’, a small uninhabited island was in news recently, is located in the (a) marshes of the Rann of Kutch (b) Palk Strait (c) Bay of Bengal (d) South China Sea Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Katchatheevu island, located in the narrow Palk Strait between India and Sri Lanka, lies approximately 20 kilometres from the Rameswaram coast of Tamil Nadu, India. Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Katchatheevu island, located in the narrow Palk Strait between India and Sri Lanka, lies approximately 20 kilometres from the Rameswaram coast of Tamil Nadu, India.

#### 10. Question

‘Katchatheevu Island’, a small uninhabited island was in news recently, is located in the

• (a) marshes of the Rann of Kutch

• (b) Palk Strait

• (c) Bay of Bengal

• (d) South China Sea

Explanation:

• Katchatheevu island, located in the narrow Palk Strait between India and Sri Lanka, lies approximately 20 kilometres from the Rameswaram coast of Tamil Nadu, India.

Explanation:

• Katchatheevu island, located in the narrow Palk Strait between India and Sri Lanka, lies approximately 20 kilometres from the Rameswaram coast of Tamil Nadu, India.

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