UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 4 May 2024
Kartavya Desk Staff
#### Quiz-summary
0 of 10 questions completed
Questions:
#### Information
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.
You have already completed the quiz before. Hence you can not start it again.
Quiz is loading...
You must sign in or sign up to start the quiz.
You have to finish following quiz, to start this quiz:
0 of 10 questions answered correctly
Your time:
Time has elapsed
You have reached 0 of 0 points, (0)
Average score |
Your score |
#### Categories
• Not categorized 0%
Pos. | Name | Entered on | Points | Result
Table is loading
No data available
| | | |
• Question 1 of 10 1. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about Raja Ravi Varma: He is often referred to as the “Father of Modern Indian Art.” He was born in France and later moved to India. He created an epic painting “Shakuntala searching for Dushyanta”. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Only statements 1 and 3 are correct. Raja Ravi Varma was born on April 29, 1848, in Kilimanoor, a village in present-day Kerala , India. He was a self-taught artist who learned to paint by observing the works of European artists and by studying books on art. His work is considered one of the best examples of this fusion. Varma is sometimes called the first modern Indian artist. Varma’s works are known for combining Hindu mythological subject matter with European realist historicist painting style. Some of his works include Shakuntala, Woman Holding a Fruit, and Hamsa Damayanti. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/raja-ravi-varma-3/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Only statements 1 and 3 are correct. Raja Ravi Varma was born on April 29, 1848, in Kilimanoor, a village in present-day Kerala , India. He was a self-taught artist who learned to paint by observing the works of European artists and by studying books on art. His work is considered one of the best examples of this fusion. Varma is sometimes called the first modern Indian artist. Varma’s works are known for combining Hindu mythological subject matter with European realist historicist painting style. Some of his works include Shakuntala, Woman Holding a Fruit, and Hamsa Damayanti. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/raja-ravi-varma-3/
#### 1. Question
Consider the following statements about Raja Ravi Varma:
• He is often referred to as the “Father of Modern Indian Art.” He was born in France and later moved to India. He created an epic painting “Shakuntala searching for Dushyanta”.
• He is often referred to as the “Father of Modern Indian Art.”
• He was born in France and later moved to India.
• He created an epic painting “Shakuntala searching for Dushyanta”.
How many of the above statements are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Explanation:
• Only statements 1 and 3 are correct.
• Raja Ravi Varma was born on April 29, 1848, in Kilimanoor, a village in present-day Kerala , India. He was a self-taught artist who learned to paint by observing the works of European artists and by studying books on art.
• His work is considered one of the best examples of this fusion. Varma is sometimes called the first modern Indian artist.
• Varma’s works are known for combining Hindu mythological subject matter with European realist historicist painting style.
• Some of his works include Shakuntala, Woman Holding a Fruit, and Hamsa Damayanti.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/raja-ravi-varma-3/
Explanation:
• Only statements 1 and 3 are correct.
• Raja Ravi Varma was born on April 29, 1848, in Kilimanoor, a village in present-day Kerala , India. He was a self-taught artist who learned to paint by observing the works of European artists and by studying books on art.
• His work is considered one of the best examples of this fusion. Varma is sometimes called the first modern Indian artist.
• Varma’s works are known for combining Hindu mythological subject matter with European realist historicist painting style.
• Some of his works include Shakuntala, Woman Holding a Fruit, and Hamsa Damayanti.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/raja-ravi-varma-3/
• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: Article 39 of the Constitution lists certain directive principles of state policy, which are meant to be guiding principles for the enactment of laws, but are not directly enforceable in any court of law. If a law is made to give effect to DPSPs in Article 39(b) and Article 39(c) and in the process, the law violates Article 14, Article 19 or Article 31, then the law cannot be challenged by invoking the right to equality or the rights under Article 19. Article 31C was introduced by The Constitution (Twenty-fifth) Amendment Act, 1971. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: Article 31C protects laws enacted to ensure the “material resources of the community” are distributed to serve the common good (Article 39(b)) and that wealth and the means of production are not “concentrated” to the “common detriment” (Article 39(c)). Article 39 of the Constitution lists certain directive principles of state policy, which are meant to be guiding principles for the enactment of laws, but are not directly enforceable in any court of law. As per Article 31C, these particular directive principles (Articles 39(b) and 39(c)) cannot be challenged by invoking the right to equality (Article 14) or the rights under Article 19 (freedom of speech, right to assemble peacefully, etc). Article 31C was introduced by The Constitution (Twenty-fifth) Amendment Act, 1971. The 25th amendment was challenged in the seminal Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) in which 13 judges held by a narrow 7-6 majority that the Constitution has a “basic structure” that cannot be altered, even by a constitutional amendment. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/article-31c/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: Article 31C protects laws enacted to ensure the “material resources of the community” are distributed to serve the common good (Article 39(b)) and that wealth and the means of production are not “concentrated” to the “common detriment” (Article 39(c)). Article 39 of the Constitution lists certain directive principles of state policy, which are meant to be guiding principles for the enactment of laws, but are not directly enforceable in any court of law. As per Article 31C, these particular directive principles (Articles 39(b) and 39(c)) cannot be challenged by invoking the right to equality (Article 14) or the rights under Article 19 (freedom of speech, right to assemble peacefully, etc). Article 31C was introduced by The Constitution (Twenty-fifth) Amendment Act, 1971. The 25th amendment was challenged in the seminal Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) in which 13 judges held by a narrow 7-6 majority that the Constitution has a “basic structure” that cannot be altered, even by a constitutional amendment. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/article-31c/
#### 2. Question
Consider the following statements:
• Article 39 of the Constitution lists certain directive principles of state policy, which are meant to be guiding principles for the enactment of laws, but are not directly enforceable in any court of law. If a law is made to give effect to DPSPs in Article 39(b) and Article 39(c) and in the process, the law violates Article 14, Article 19 or Article 31, then the law cannot be challenged by invoking the right to equality or the rights under Article 19. Article 31C was introduced by The Constitution (Twenty-fifth) Amendment Act, 1971.
• Article 39 of the Constitution lists certain directive principles of state policy, which are meant to be guiding principles for the enactment of laws, but are not directly enforceable in any court of law.
• If a law is made to give effect to DPSPs in Article 39(b) and Article 39(c) and in the process, the law violates Article 14, Article 19 or Article 31, then the law cannot be challenged by invoking the right to equality or the rights under Article 19.
• Article 31C was introduced by The Constitution (Twenty-fifth) Amendment Act, 1971.
How many of the above statements are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Explanation:
• Article 31C protects laws enacted to ensure the “material resources of the community” are distributed to serve the common good (Article 39(b)) and that wealth and the means of production are not “concentrated” to the “common detriment” (Article 39(c)).
• Article 39 of the Constitution lists certain directive principles of state policy, which are meant to be guiding principles for the enactment of laws, but are not directly enforceable in any court of law.
• As per Article 31C, these particular directive principles (Articles 39(b) and 39(c)) cannot be challenged by invoking the right to equality (Article 14) or the rights under Article 19 (freedom of speech, right to assemble peacefully, etc).
• Article 31C was introduced by The Constitution (Twenty-fifth) Amendment Act, 1971.
• The 25th amendment was challenged in the seminal Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) in which 13 judges held by a narrow 7-6 majority that the Constitution has a “basic structure” that cannot be altered, even by a constitutional amendment.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/article-31c/
Explanation:
• Article 31C protects laws enacted to ensure the “material resources of the community” are distributed to serve the common good (Article 39(b)) and that wealth and the means of production are not “concentrated” to the “common detriment” (Article 39(c)).
• Article 39 of the Constitution lists certain directive principles of state policy, which are meant to be guiding principles for the enactment of laws, but are not directly enforceable in any court of law.
• As per Article 31C, these particular directive principles (Articles 39(b) and 39(c)) cannot be challenged by invoking the right to equality (Article 14) or the rights under Article 19 (freedom of speech, right to assemble peacefully, etc).
• Article 31C was introduced by The Constitution (Twenty-fifth) Amendment Act, 1971.
• The 25th amendment was challenged in the seminal Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) in which 13 judges held by a narrow 7-6 majority that the Constitution has a “basic structure” that cannot be altered, even by a constitutional amendment.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/article-31c/
• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points In legal terms, what does the “Eggshell Skull” refer to? (a) A defendant with an exceptionally fragile mental state (b) A petitioner with a pre-existing medical condition that makes them more susceptible to harm (c) A legal defense strategy used in cases of self-defense (d) A doctrine that limits the liability of defendants in cases of unforeseeable consequences Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: The Supreme Court rejected the application of the ‘eggshell skull’ rule in a medical negligence case, restoring a compensation of Rs 5 lakhs awarded by the district consumer forum. What is the ‘eggshell skull’? The “eggshell skull” rule, also known as the “thin skull rule” in some cases, is a legal principle applied in civil litigation. Essentially, it dictates that a defendant in a lawsuit is liable for all injuries caused to the plaintiff, even if the plaintiff’s condition makes them more susceptible to harm than an average person. In this case, Jyoti Devi suffered prolonged pain due to a needle left in her abdomen after surgery. While lower courts applied the rule, the SC ruled it inapplicable as Jyoti didn’t have pre-existing vulnerabilities. The ruling emphasized prolonged suffering and delayed justice as factors justifying the enhanced compensation. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/eggshell-skull-rule/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: The Supreme Court rejected the application of the ‘eggshell skull’ rule in a medical negligence case, restoring a compensation of Rs 5 lakhs awarded by the district consumer forum. What is the ‘eggshell skull’? The “eggshell skull” rule, also known as the “thin skull rule” in some cases, is a legal principle applied in civil litigation. Essentially, it dictates that a defendant in a lawsuit is liable for all injuries caused to the plaintiff, even if the plaintiff’s condition makes them more susceptible to harm than an average person. In this case, Jyoti Devi suffered prolonged pain due to a needle left in her abdomen after surgery. While lower courts applied the rule, the SC ruled it inapplicable as Jyoti didn’t have pre-existing vulnerabilities. The ruling emphasized prolonged suffering and delayed justice as factors justifying the enhanced compensation. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/eggshell-skull-rule/
#### 3. Question
In legal terms, what does the “Eggshell Skull” refer to?
• (a) A defendant with an exceptionally fragile mental state
• (b) A petitioner with a pre-existing medical condition that makes them more susceptible to harm
• (c) A legal defense strategy used in cases of self-defense
• (d) A doctrine that limits the liability of defendants in cases of unforeseeable consequences
Explanation:
• Context: The Supreme Court rejected the application of the ‘eggshell skull’ rule in a medical negligence case, restoring a compensation of Rs 5 lakhs awarded by the district consumer forum.
• What is the ‘eggshell skull’? The “eggshell skull” rule, also known as the “thin skull rule” in some cases, is a legal principle applied in civil litigation. Essentially, it dictates that a defendant in a lawsuit is liable for all injuries caused to the plaintiff, even if the plaintiff’s condition makes them more susceptible to harm than an average person. In this case, Jyoti Devi suffered prolonged pain due to a needle left in her abdomen after surgery. While lower courts applied the rule, the SC ruled it inapplicable as Jyoti didn’t have pre-existing vulnerabilities. The ruling emphasized prolonged suffering and delayed justice as factors justifying the enhanced compensation.
• The “eggshell skull” rule, also known as the “thin skull rule” in some cases, is a legal principle applied in civil litigation. Essentially, it dictates that a defendant in a lawsuit is liable for all injuries caused to the plaintiff, even if the plaintiff’s condition makes them more susceptible to harm than an average person.
• In this case, Jyoti Devi suffered prolonged pain due to a needle left in her abdomen after surgery. While lower courts applied the rule, the SC ruled it inapplicable as Jyoti didn’t have pre-existing vulnerabilities. The ruling emphasized prolonged suffering and delayed justice as factors justifying the enhanced compensation.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/eggshell-skull-rule/
Explanation:
• Context: The Supreme Court rejected the application of the ‘eggshell skull’ rule in a medical negligence case, restoring a compensation of Rs 5 lakhs awarded by the district consumer forum.
• What is the ‘eggshell skull’? The “eggshell skull” rule, also known as the “thin skull rule” in some cases, is a legal principle applied in civil litigation. Essentially, it dictates that a defendant in a lawsuit is liable for all injuries caused to the plaintiff, even if the plaintiff’s condition makes them more susceptible to harm than an average person. In this case, Jyoti Devi suffered prolonged pain due to a needle left in her abdomen after surgery. While lower courts applied the rule, the SC ruled it inapplicable as Jyoti didn’t have pre-existing vulnerabilities. The ruling emphasized prolonged suffering and delayed justice as factors justifying the enhanced compensation.
• The “eggshell skull” rule, also known as the “thin skull rule” in some cases, is a legal principle applied in civil litigation. Essentially, it dictates that a defendant in a lawsuit is liable for all injuries caused to the plaintiff, even if the plaintiff’s condition makes them more susceptible to harm than an average person.
• In this case, Jyoti Devi suffered prolonged pain due to a needle left in her abdomen after surgery. While lower courts applied the rule, the SC ruled it inapplicable as Jyoti didn’t have pre-existing vulnerabilities. The ruling emphasized prolonged suffering and delayed justice as factors justifying the enhanced compensation.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/eggshell-skull-rule/
• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Which of the following statements about “Front Running” is true? (a) Front Running is an illegal practice where a broker executes orders on a security for its own account while taking advantage of advance knowledge of pending orders from its clients. (b) Front Running is a legitimate trading strategy where a broker prioritizes executing orders for its clients ahead of its own trades. (c) Front Running is a term used to describe a situation where investors rush to buy stocks at the beginning of a trading session. (d) Front Running is a regulatory requirement that mandates brokers to disclose all pending orders to their clients before executing any trades. Correct Ans: (a) Explanation: Context: SEBI has mandated Asset Management Companies (AMCs) to establish an institutional mechanism to deter potential market abuse, including front-running, following recent instances observed by the market regulator. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/front-running-2/ Incorrect Ans: (a) Explanation: Context: SEBI has mandated Asset Management Companies (AMCs) to establish an institutional mechanism to deter potential market abuse, including front-running, following recent instances observed by the market regulator. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/front-running-2/
#### 4. Question
Which of the following statements about “Front Running” is true?
• (a) Front Running is an illegal practice where a broker executes orders on a security for its own account while taking advantage of advance knowledge of pending orders from its clients.
• (b) Front Running is a legitimate trading strategy where a broker prioritizes executing orders for its clients ahead of its own trades.
• (c) Front Running is a term used to describe a situation where investors rush to buy stocks at the beginning of a trading session.
• (d) Front Running is a regulatory requirement that mandates brokers to disclose all pending orders to their clients before executing any trades.
Explanation:
• Context: SEBI has mandated Asset Management Companies (AMCs) to establish an institutional mechanism to deter potential market abuse, including front-running, following recent instances observed by the market regulator.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/front-running-2/
Explanation:
• Context: SEBI has mandated Asset Management Companies (AMCs) to establish an institutional mechanism to deter potential market abuse, including front-running, following recent instances observed by the market regulator.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/front-running-2/
• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: Thrombosis is the process of blood clot formation within a blood vessel. Thrombosis only occurs in arteries. Thrombosis is always caused by physical injury to the blood vessel. How many of the above statements are correct? a) Only one b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (a) Explanation: Only statement 1 is correct. Context: AstraZeneca has acknowledged that its COVID-19 vaccine, known as Covishield in India, can lead to a rare side effect called Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS). Despite this rare side effect, experts assert that the benefits of vaccination, particularly in saving lives during the pandemic, outweigh the risks. The risk period for TTS is shortly after vaccination. Thrombosis is the formation of a blood clot (thrombus) within a blood vessel, obstructing the flow of blood through the circulatory system. It can occur in both arteries and veins. While physical injury can contribute to thrombosis, it can also arise from other factors such as prolonged immobility, certain medical conditions, or genetic predispositions. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/thrombosis-with-thrombocytopenia-syndrome-tts/ Incorrect Ans: (a) Explanation: Only statement 1 is correct. Context: AstraZeneca has acknowledged that its COVID-19 vaccine, known as Covishield in India, can lead to a rare side effect called Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS). Despite this rare side effect, experts assert that the benefits of vaccination, particularly in saving lives during the pandemic, outweigh the risks. The risk period for TTS is shortly after vaccination. Thrombosis is the formation of a blood clot (thrombus) within a blood vessel, obstructing the flow of blood through the circulatory system. It can occur in both arteries and veins. While physical injury can contribute to thrombosis, it can also arise from other factors such as prolonged immobility, certain medical conditions, or genetic predispositions. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/thrombosis-with-thrombocytopenia-syndrome-tts/
#### 5. Question
Consider the following statements:
• Thrombosis is the process of blood clot formation within a blood vessel. Thrombosis only occurs in arteries. Thrombosis is always caused by physical injury to the blood vessel.
• Thrombosis is the process of blood clot formation within a blood vessel.
• Thrombosis only occurs in arteries.
• Thrombosis is always caused by physical injury to the blood vessel.
How many of the above statements are correct?
• a) Only one
• b) Only two
• (c) All three
Explanation:
• Only statement 1 is correct.
• Context: AstraZeneca has acknowledged that its COVID-19 vaccine, known as Covishield in India, can lead to a rare side effect called Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS). Despite this rare side effect, experts assert that the benefits of vaccination, particularly in saving lives during the pandemic, outweigh the risks. The risk period for TTS is shortly after vaccination.
• Despite this rare side effect, experts assert that the benefits of vaccination, particularly in saving lives during the pandemic, outweigh the risks.
• The risk period for TTS is shortly after vaccination.
• Thrombosis is the formation of a blood clot (thrombus) within a blood vessel, obstructing the flow of blood through the circulatory system. It can occur in both arteries and veins. While physical injury can contribute to thrombosis, it can also arise from other factors such as prolonged immobility, certain medical conditions, or genetic predispositions.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/thrombosis-with-thrombocytopenia-syndrome-tts/
Explanation:
• Only statement 1 is correct.
• Context: AstraZeneca has acknowledged that its COVID-19 vaccine, known as Covishield in India, can lead to a rare side effect called Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS). Despite this rare side effect, experts assert that the benefits of vaccination, particularly in saving lives during the pandemic, outweigh the risks. The risk period for TTS is shortly after vaccination.
• Despite this rare side effect, experts assert that the benefits of vaccination, particularly in saving lives during the pandemic, outweigh the risks.
• The risk period for TTS is shortly after vaccination.
• Thrombosis is the formation of a blood clot (thrombus) within a blood vessel, obstructing the flow of blood through the circulatory system. It can occur in both arteries and veins. While physical injury can contribute to thrombosis, it can also arise from other factors such as prolonged immobility, certain medical conditions, or genetic predispositions.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/thrombosis-with-thrombocytopenia-syndrome-tts/
• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: Torpedoes are primarily used in aerial combat. Torpedoes can only travel in a straight line. Torpedoes are propelled by a variety of mechanisms including steam, electricity, and combustion engines. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (a) Explanation: Only statement 3 is correct. Context: The DRDO successfully tested the SMART (Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo) system, a missile-assisted torpedo release system designed to bolster the Navy’s anti-submarine warfare capabilities. It can launch lightweight torpedoes targeting submarines hundreds of kilometres away, beyond the conventional range. S1: Torpedoes are primarily used in naval warfare, not aerial combat. Aircraft typically deploy bombs or missiles. S2: Torpedoes are capable of adjusting their trajectory to some extent, allowing them to pursue moving targets underwater. They are not restricted to traveling only in a straight line. S3: Torpedoes have been propelled by various means over the years, including steam, electricity (as in electric torpedoes), and combustion engines. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/290814/ Incorrect Ans: (a) Explanation: Only statement 3 is correct. Context: The DRDO successfully tested the SMART (Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo) system, a missile-assisted torpedo release system designed to bolster the Navy’s anti-submarine warfare capabilities. It can launch lightweight torpedoes targeting submarines hundreds of kilometres away, beyond the conventional range. S1: Torpedoes are primarily used in naval warfare, not aerial combat. Aircraft typically deploy bombs or missiles. S2: Torpedoes are capable of adjusting their trajectory to some extent, allowing them to pursue moving targets underwater. They are not restricted to traveling only in a straight line. S3: Torpedoes have been propelled by various means over the years, including steam, electricity (as in electric torpedoes), and combustion engines. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/290814/
#### 6. Question
Consider the following statements:
• Torpedoes are primarily used in aerial combat. Torpedoes can only travel in a straight line. Torpedoes are propelled by a variety of mechanisms including steam, electricity, and combustion engines.
• Torpedoes are primarily used in aerial combat.
• Torpedoes can only travel in a straight line.
• Torpedoes are propelled by a variety of mechanisms including steam, electricity, and combustion engines.
How many of the above statements are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Explanation:
• Only statement 3 is correct.
• Context: The DRDO successfully tested the SMART (Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo) system, a missile-assisted torpedo release system designed to bolster the Navy’s anti-submarine warfare capabilities. It can launch lightweight torpedoes targeting submarines hundreds of kilometres away, beyond the conventional range.
• It can launch lightweight torpedoes targeting submarines hundreds of kilometres away, beyond the conventional range.
• S1: Torpedoes are primarily used in naval warfare, not aerial combat. Aircraft typically deploy bombs or missiles.
• S2: Torpedoes are capable of adjusting their trajectory to some extent, allowing them to pursue moving targets underwater. They are not restricted to traveling only in a straight line.
• S3: Torpedoes have been propelled by various means over the years, including steam, electricity (as in electric torpedoes), and combustion engines.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/290814/
Explanation:
• Only statement 3 is correct.
• Context: The DRDO successfully tested the SMART (Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo) system, a missile-assisted torpedo release system designed to bolster the Navy’s anti-submarine warfare capabilities. It can launch lightweight torpedoes targeting submarines hundreds of kilometres away, beyond the conventional range.
• It can launch lightweight torpedoes targeting submarines hundreds of kilometres away, beyond the conventional range.
• S1: Torpedoes are primarily used in naval warfare, not aerial combat. Aircraft typically deploy bombs or missiles.
• S2: Torpedoes are capable of adjusting their trajectory to some extent, allowing them to pursue moving targets underwater. They are not restricted to traveling only in a straight line.
• S3: Torpedoes have been propelled by various means over the years, including steam, electricity (as in electric torpedoes), and combustion engines.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/290814/
• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: The Antarctic Treaty was signed in 1972 to allocate territorial claims among nations surrounding Antarctica. The Antarctic Treaty prohibits military activities and mineral mining on the continent. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: India, through the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), is set to host the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM 46) and the 26th Meeting of the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP 26). The Antarctic Treaty, signed in 1959, established Antarctica as a region for peaceful purposes, scientific cooperation, and environmental protection. In 2022, India enacted the Antarctic Act, reaffirming its commitment to the Treaty. Key items on the agenda include sustainable management of Antarctica, biodiversity prospecting, climate change response, tourism framework development, and conservation of Antarctic biodiversity. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/46th-antarctic-treaty-consultative-meeting/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: India, through the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), is set to host the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM 46) and the 26th Meeting of the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP 26). The Antarctic Treaty, signed in 1959, established Antarctica as a region for peaceful purposes, scientific cooperation, and environmental protection. In 2022, India enacted the Antarctic Act, reaffirming its commitment to the Treaty. Key items on the agenda include sustainable management of Antarctica, biodiversity prospecting, climate change response, tourism framework development, and conservation of Antarctic biodiversity. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/46th-antarctic-treaty-consultative-meeting/
#### 7. Question
Consider the following statements:
• The Antarctic Treaty was signed in 1972 to allocate territorial claims among nations surrounding Antarctica. The Antarctic Treaty prohibits military activities and mineral mining on the continent.
• The Antarctic Treaty was signed in 1972 to allocate territorial claims among nations surrounding Antarctica.
• The Antarctic Treaty prohibits military activities and mineral mining on the continent.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
• (a) 1 only
• (b) 2 only
• (c) Both 1 and 2
• (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation:
• Context: India, through the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), is set to host the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM 46) and the 26th Meeting of the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP 26). The Antarctic Treaty, signed in 1959, established Antarctica as a region for peaceful purposes, scientific cooperation, and environmental protection.
• The Antarctic Treaty, signed in 1959, established Antarctica as a region for peaceful purposes, scientific cooperation, and environmental protection.
• In 2022, India enacted the Antarctic Act, reaffirming its commitment to the Treaty.
• Key items on the agenda include sustainable management of Antarctica, biodiversity prospecting, climate change response, tourism framework development, and conservation of Antarctic biodiversity.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/46th-antarctic-treaty-consultative-meeting/
Explanation:
• Context: India, through the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), is set to host the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM 46) and the 26th Meeting of the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP 26). The Antarctic Treaty, signed in 1959, established Antarctica as a region for peaceful purposes, scientific cooperation, and environmental protection.
• The Antarctic Treaty, signed in 1959, established Antarctica as a region for peaceful purposes, scientific cooperation, and environmental protection.
• In 2022, India enacted the Antarctic Act, reaffirming its commitment to the Treaty.
• Key items on the agenda include sustainable management of Antarctica, biodiversity prospecting, climate change response, tourism framework development, and conservation of Antarctic biodiversity.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/46th-antarctic-treaty-consultative-meeting/
• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: Indonesia is the world’s largest island country by total area. The capital city of Indonesia is Manila. Mount Fuji, an iconic volcano, is located in Indonesia. How many of the above statements are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Ans: (a) Explanation: Only statement 1 is correct. S1: Indonesia is an archipelago comprising over 17,000 islands and is the world’s largest island country by total area. S2:Manila is the capital of the Philippines. The Indonesian Government has devised a plan to relocate the capital to Nusantara, a new city, which is reportedly under construction on the eastern coast of Borneo, approximately 870 miles north of Jakarta. S3: Mount Fuji is located in Japan, not Indonesia. Indonesia is known for its volcanoes, including Mount Bromo and Mount Krakatoa, but not Mount Fuji. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/indonesia/ Incorrect Ans: (a) Explanation: Only statement 1 is correct. S1: Indonesia is an archipelago comprising over 17,000 islands and is the world’s largest island country by total area. S2:Manila is the capital of the Philippines. The Indonesian Government has devised a plan to relocate the capital to Nusantara, a new city, which is reportedly under construction on the eastern coast of Borneo, approximately 870 miles north of Jakarta. S3: Mount Fuji is located in Japan, not Indonesia. Indonesia is known for its volcanoes, including Mount Bromo and Mount Krakatoa, but not Mount Fuji. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/indonesia/
#### 8. Question
Consider the following statements:
• Indonesia is the world’s largest island country by total area. The capital city of Indonesia is Manila. Mount Fuji, an iconic volcano, is located in Indonesia.
• Indonesia is the world’s largest island country by total area.
• The capital city of Indonesia is Manila.
• Mount Fuji, an iconic volcano, is located in Indonesia.
How many of the above statements are correct?
• a) Only one
• b) Only two
• c) All three
Explanation:
• Only statement 1 is correct.
• S1: Indonesia is an archipelago comprising over 17,000 islands and is the world’s largest island country by total area.
• S2:Manila is the capital of the Philippines. The Indonesian Government has devised a plan to relocate the capital to Nusantara, a new city, which is reportedly under construction on the eastern coast of Borneo, approximately 870 miles north of Jakarta.
• The Indonesian Government has devised a plan to relocate the capital to Nusantara, a new city, which is reportedly under construction on the eastern coast of Borneo, approximately 870 miles north of Jakarta.
• S3: Mount Fuji is located in Japan, not Indonesia. Indonesia is known for its volcanoes, including Mount Bromo and Mount Krakatoa, but not Mount Fuji.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/indonesia/
Explanation:
• Only statement 1 is correct.
• S1: Indonesia is an archipelago comprising over 17,000 islands and is the world’s largest island country by total area.
• S2:Manila is the capital of the Philippines. The Indonesian Government has devised a plan to relocate the capital to Nusantara, a new city, which is reportedly under construction on the eastern coast of Borneo, approximately 870 miles north of Jakarta.
• The Indonesian Government has devised a plan to relocate the capital to Nusantara, a new city, which is reportedly under construction on the eastern coast of Borneo, approximately 870 miles north of Jakarta.
• S3: Mount Fuji is located in Japan, not Indonesia. Indonesia is known for its volcanoes, including Mount Bromo and Mount Krakatoa, but not Mount Fuji.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/indonesia/
• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research(NCPOR) is an autonomous institution of the Department of the Ministry of Earth Sciences. The NCPOR is responsible for administering the Indian Antarctic Programme and maintains the Indian government’s Antarctic research stations, Bharati and Maitri. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research(NCPOR) is an Indian research and development institution, situated in Vasco da Gama, Goa. It is an autonomous institution of the Department of the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India which is responsible for administering the Indian Antarctic Programme and maintains the Indian government’s Antarctic research stations, Bharati and Maitri. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/46th-antarctic-treaty-consultative-meeting/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research(NCPOR) is an Indian research and development institution, situated in Vasco da Gama, Goa. It is an autonomous institution of the Department of the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India which is responsible for administering the Indian Antarctic Programme and maintains the Indian government’s Antarctic research stations, Bharati and Maitri. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/46th-antarctic-treaty-consultative-meeting/
#### 9. Question
Consider the following statements:
• The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research(NCPOR) is an autonomous institution of the Department of the Ministry of Earth Sciences. The NCPOR is responsible for administering the Indian Antarctic Programme and maintains the Indian government’s Antarctic research stations, Bharati and Maitri.
• The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research(NCPOR) is an autonomous institution of the Department of the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
• The NCPOR is responsible for administering the Indian Antarctic Programme and maintains the Indian government’s Antarctic research stations, Bharati and Maitri.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
• (a) 1 only
• (b) 2 only
• (c) Both 1 and 2
• (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation:
• The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research(NCPOR) is an Indian research and development institution, situated in Vasco da Gama, Goa.
• It is an autonomous institution of the Department of the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India which is responsible for administering the Indian Antarctic Programme and maintains the Indian government’s Antarctic research stations, Bharati and Maitri.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/46th-antarctic-treaty-consultative-meeting/
Explanation:
• The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research(NCPOR) is an Indian research and development institution, situated in Vasco da Gama, Goa.
• It is an autonomous institution of the Department of the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India which is responsible for administering the Indian Antarctic Programme and maintains the Indian government’s Antarctic research stations, Bharati and Maitri.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/46th-antarctic-treaty-consultative-meeting/
• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Which of the following statements about mRNA vaccines are correct? (a) mRNA vaccines use a harmless virus to deliver genetic material into the body's cells. (b) mRNA vaccines work by introducing a small piece of the virus's genetic material into the body, which prompts the immune system to produce antibodies. (c) mRNA vaccines do not require the use of adjuvants, as they stimulate a robust immune response on their own. (d) mRNA vaccines have been widely used for decades in various medical applications prior to their adoption for COVID-19 Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: AstraZeneca has acknowledged that its COVID-19 vaccine, known as Covishield in India, can lead to a rare side effect called Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS). Despite this rare side effect, experts assert that the benefits of vaccination, particularly in saving lives during the pandemic, outweigh the risks. The risk period for TTS is shortly after vaccination. mRNA vaccines, such as Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech developed for COVID-19, work by delivering a small piece of the virus’s genetic material (mRNA) into cells. Once inside the cell, the mRNA instructs the cell to produce a protein similar to one found on the virus’s surface. This prompts the immune system to recognize and produce antibodies against the virus. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/thrombosis-with-thrombocytopenia-syndrome-tts/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: AstraZeneca has acknowledged that its COVID-19 vaccine, known as Covishield in India, can lead to a rare side effect called Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS). Despite this rare side effect, experts assert that the benefits of vaccination, particularly in saving lives during the pandemic, outweigh the risks. The risk period for TTS is shortly after vaccination. mRNA vaccines, such as Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech developed for COVID-19, work by delivering a small piece of the virus’s genetic material (mRNA) into cells. Once inside the cell, the mRNA instructs the cell to produce a protein similar to one found on the virus’s surface. This prompts the immune system to recognize and produce antibodies against the virus. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/thrombosis-with-thrombocytopenia-syndrome-tts/
#### 10. Question
Which of the following statements about mRNA vaccines are correct?
• (a) mRNA vaccines use a harmless virus to deliver genetic material into the body's cells.
• (b) mRNA vaccines work by introducing a small piece of the virus's genetic material into the body, which prompts the immune system to produce antibodies.
• (c) mRNA vaccines do not require the use of adjuvants, as they stimulate a robust immune response on their own.
• (d) mRNA vaccines have been widely used for decades in various medical applications prior to their adoption for COVID-19
Explanation:
• Context: AstraZeneca has acknowledged that its COVID-19 vaccine, known as Covishield in India, can lead to a rare side effect called Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS). Despite this rare side effect, experts assert that the benefits of vaccination, particularly in saving lives during the pandemic, outweigh the risks. The risk period for TTS is shortly after vaccination.
• Despite this rare side effect, experts assert that the benefits of vaccination, particularly in saving lives during the pandemic, outweigh the risks.
• The risk period for TTS is shortly after vaccination.
• mRNA vaccines, such as Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech developed for COVID-19, work by delivering a small piece of the virus’s genetic material (mRNA) into cells. Once inside the cell, the mRNA instructs the cell to produce a protein similar to one found on the virus’s surface. This prompts the immune system to recognize and produce antibodies against the virus.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/thrombosis-with-thrombocytopenia-syndrome-tts/
Explanation:
• Context: AstraZeneca has acknowledged that its COVID-19 vaccine, known as Covishield in India, can lead to a rare side effect called Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS). Despite this rare side effect, experts assert that the benefits of vaccination, particularly in saving lives during the pandemic, outweigh the risks. The risk period for TTS is shortly after vaccination.
• Despite this rare side effect, experts assert that the benefits of vaccination, particularly in saving lives during the pandemic, outweigh the risks.
• The risk period for TTS is shortly after vaccination.
• mRNA vaccines, such as Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech developed for COVID-19, work by delivering a small piece of the virus’s genetic material (mRNA) into cells. Once inside the cell, the mRNA instructs the cell to produce a protein similar to one found on the virus’s surface. This prompts the immune system to recognize and produce antibodies against the virus.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/05/03/thrombosis-with-thrombocytopenia-syndrome-tts/
Join our Official Telegram Channel HERE for Motivation and Fast Updates
Join our Twitter Channel HERE
Follow our Instagram Channel HERE