UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 5 June 2024

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• Question 1 of 10 1. Question 1 points Which of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India was passed with the primary objective to constitutionally encode the re-organisation of Indian States based on language? (a) First Amendment (b) Fourth Amendment (c) Sixth Amendment (d) Seventh Amendment Correct Ans: (d) Explanation: Under the Seventh Amendment, the existing terminology of Part A, Part B, Part C, and Part D states was altered. The distinction between Part A and Part B states was removed, becoming known simply as “states”. A new type of entity, the Union Territory, replaced the classification as a Part C or Part D state. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/10-years-of-andhra-telangana-bifurcation/ Incorrect Ans: (d) Explanation: Under the Seventh Amendment, the existing terminology of Part A, Part B, Part C, and Part D states was altered. The distinction between Part A and Part B states was removed, becoming known simply as “states”. A new type of entity, the Union Territory, replaced the classification as a Part C or Part D state. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/10-years-of-andhra-telangana-bifurcation/

#### 1. Question

Which of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India was passed with the primary objective to constitutionally encode the re-organisation of Indian States based on language?

• (a) First Amendment

• (b) Fourth Amendment

• (c) Sixth Amendment

• (d) Seventh Amendment

Explanation:

• Under the Seventh Amendment, the existing terminology of Part A, Part B, Part C, and Part D states was altered. The distinction between Part A and Part B states was removed, becoming known simply as “states”. A new type of entity, the Union Territory, replaced the classification as a Part C or Part D state.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/10-years-of-andhra-telangana-bifurcation/

Explanation:

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/10-years-of-andhra-telangana-bifurcation/

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Gilgit-Baltistan region is situated to the (a) East of Aksai Chin (b) East of Ladakh (c) North of Srinagar (d) South of Nubra Valley Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: Pakistan’s government has acknowledged before the Islamabad High Court that Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) is a foreign territory. About PoK: PoK was historically part of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, which acceded to India in 1947 after the Partition. It consists of two ethnically and linguistically different regions: Mirpur-Muzaffarabad region and Gilgit-Baltistan region. However, the region was illegally occupied by Pakistan in 1947 following an invasion by Pashtun tribesmen and the Pakistani Army. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/pakistan-occupied-kashmir-pok-2/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: Context: Pakistan’s government has acknowledged before the Islamabad High Court that Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) is a foreign territory. About PoK: PoK was historically part of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, which acceded to India in 1947 after the Partition. It consists of two ethnically and linguistically different regions: Mirpur-Muzaffarabad region and Gilgit-Baltistan region. However, the region was illegally occupied by Pakistan in 1947 following an invasion by Pashtun tribesmen and the Pakistani Army. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/pakistan-occupied-kashmir-pok-2/

#### 2. Question

Gilgit-Baltistan region is situated to the

• (a) East of Aksai Chin

• (b) East of Ladakh

• (c) North of Srinagar

• (d) South of Nubra Valley

Explanation:

• Context: Pakistan’s government has acknowledged before the Islamabad High Court that Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) is a foreign territory.

• About PoK: PoK was historically part of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, which acceded to India in 1947 after the Partition. It consists of two ethnically and linguistically different regions: Mirpur-Muzaffarabad region and Gilgit-Baltistan region. However, the region was illegally occupied by Pakistan in 1947 following an invasion by Pashtun tribesmen and the Pakistani Army.

• PoK was historically part of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, which acceded to India in 1947 after the Partition.

• It consists of two ethnically and linguistically different regions: Mirpur-Muzaffarabad region and Gilgit-Baltistan region.

• However, the region was illegally occupied by Pakistan in 1947 following an invasion by Pashtun tribesmen and the Pakistani Army.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/pakistan-occupied-kashmir-pok-2/

Explanation:

• Context: Pakistan’s government has acknowledged before the Islamabad High Court that Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) is a foreign territory.

• PoK was historically part of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, which acceded to India in 1947 after the Partition.

• It consists of two ethnically and linguistically different regions: Mirpur-Muzaffarabad region and Gilgit-Baltistan region.

• However, the region was illegally occupied by Pakistan in 1947 following an invasion by Pashtun tribesmen and the Pakistani Army.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/pakistan-occupied-kashmir-pok-2/

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points The National Human Rights Commission of India (NHRC) is responsible for: Setting national education standards. Overseeing and protecting human rights in India. Conducting national elections. Managing the country’s defense forces. Choose the most appropriate answer: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 4 only Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: NHRC-India About It is a statutory body established on 12 October 1993 (in conformity with the Paris Principles), under the Protection of Human Rights Act (PHRA) 1993 [Amended in 2019]. Objective A watchdog for the promotion and protection of the human rights of citizens of India. The PHRA defines Human Rights as the rights relating to life, liberty, equality and dignity of the individual guaranteed by the Constitution or embodied in the International Covenants and enforceable by courts in India. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/nhrc-on-human-trafficking/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: NHRC-India About It is a statutory body established on 12 October 1993 (in conformity with the Paris Principles), under the Protection of Human Rights Act (PHRA) 1993 [Amended in 2019]. Objective A watchdog for the promotion and protection of the human rights of citizens of India. The PHRA defines Human Rights as the rights relating to life, liberty, equality and dignity of the individual guaranteed by the Constitution or embodied in the International Covenants and enforceable by courts in India. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/nhrc-on-human-trafficking/

#### 3. Question

The National Human Rights Commission of India (NHRC) is responsible for:

• Setting national education standards. Overseeing and protecting human rights in India. Conducting national elections. Managing the country’s defense forces.

• Setting national education standards.

• Overseeing and protecting human rights in India.

• Conducting national elections.

• Managing the country’s defense forces.

Choose the most appropriate answer:

• (a) 1 only

• (b) 2 only

• (c) 1 and 3 only

• (d) 2 and 4 only

Explanation:

NHRC-India

About | It is a statutory body established on 12 October 1993 (in conformity with the Paris Principles), under the Protection of Human Rights Act (PHRA) 1993 [Amended in 2019].

Objective | A watchdog for the promotion and protection of the human rights of citizens of India. The PHRA defines Human Rights as the rights relating to life, liberty, equality and dignity of the individual guaranteed by the Constitution or embodied in the International Covenants and enforceable by courts in India.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/nhrc-on-human-trafficking/

Explanation:

NHRC-India

About | It is a statutory body established on 12 October 1993 (in conformity with the Paris Principles), under the Protection of Human Rights Act (PHRA) 1993 [Amended in 2019].

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/nhrc-on-human-trafficking/

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about Unified Payments Interface (UPI): UPI is a mobile application used for instant money transfers between bank accounts in India. UPI requires users to enter full bank account details for each transaction. UPI is only available for peer-to-peer transactions and cannot be used for online shopping. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (a) Explanation: About Unified Payments Interface (UPI): Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is a system that powers multiple bank accounts into a single mobile application (of any participating bank), merging several banking features, seamless fund routing & merchant payments into one hood. It also caters to the “Peer to Peer” collect request which can be scheduled and paid as per requirement and convenience. Currently, several countries, including Bhutan, Nepal, UAE, France, Mauritius, etc., support UPI payments. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-payments-interface-upi-4/ Incorrect Ans: (a) Explanation: About Unified Payments Interface (UPI): Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is a system that powers multiple bank accounts into a single mobile application (of any participating bank), merging several banking features, seamless fund routing & merchant payments into one hood. It also caters to the “Peer to Peer” collect request which can be scheduled and paid as per requirement and convenience. Currently, several countries, including Bhutan, Nepal, UAE, France, Mauritius, etc., support UPI payments. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-payments-interface-upi-4/

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements about Unified Payments Interface (UPI):

• UPI is a mobile application used for instant money transfers between bank accounts in India. UPI requires users to enter full bank account details for each transaction. UPI is only available for peer-to-peer transactions and cannot be used for online shopping.

• UPI is a mobile application used for instant money transfers between bank accounts in India.

• UPI requires users to enter full bank account details for each transaction.

• UPI is only available for peer-to-peer transactions and cannot be used for online shopping.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Explanation: About Unified Payments Interface (UPI):

• Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is a system that powers multiple bank accounts into a single mobile application (of any participating bank), merging several banking features, seamless fund routing & merchant payments into one hood.

• It also caters to the “Peer to Peer” collect request which can be scheduled and paid as per requirement and convenience.

• Currently, several countries, including Bhutan, Nepal, UAE, France, Mauritius, etc., support UPI payments.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-payments-interface-upi-4/

Explanation: About Unified Payments Interface (UPI):

• It also caters to the “Peer to Peer” collect request which can be scheduled and paid as per requirement and convenience.

• Currently, several countries, including Bhutan, Nepal, UAE, France, Mauritius, etc., support UPI payments.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-payments-interface-upi-4/

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI): It is a for-profit company established by the Indian government. It operates the RuPay debit card network. It is responsible for developing and managing the Unified Payments Interface (UPI). How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Founded in December 2008, the NPCI is a not-for-profit organisation registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act 2013, established by the Reserve Bank of India and the Indian Banks’ Association. The organisation is owned by a consortium of major banks, and has been promoted by the country’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India. RuPay (portmanteau of Rupee and Payment) is an Indian multinational financial services and payment service system, conceived and launched by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) in 2012. NPCI is the brain behind the popular UPI platform, which facilitates instant interbank money transfers using a mobile phone. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-payments-interface-upi-4/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Founded in December 2008, the NPCI is a not-for-profit organisation registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act 2013, established by the Reserve Bank of India and the Indian Banks’ Association. The organisation is owned by a consortium of major banks, and has been promoted by the country’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India. RuPay (portmanteau of Rupee and Payment) is an Indian multinational financial services and payment service system, conceived and launched by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) in 2012. NPCI is the brain behind the popular UPI platform, which facilitates instant interbank money transfers using a mobile phone. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-payments-interface-upi-4/

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements about National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI):

• It is a for-profit company established by the Indian government. It operates the RuPay debit card network. It is responsible for developing and managing the Unified Payments Interface (UPI).

• It is a for-profit company established by the Indian government.

• It operates the RuPay debit card network.

• It is responsible for developing and managing the Unified Payments Interface (UPI).

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Explanation:

• Founded in December 2008, the NPCI is a not-for-profit organisation registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act 2013, established by the Reserve Bank of India and the Indian Banks’ Association. The organisation is owned by a consortium of major banks, and has been promoted by the country’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India.

• RuPay (portmanteau of Rupee and Payment) is an Indian multinational financial services and payment service system, conceived and launched by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) in 2012.

• NPCI is the brain behind the popular UPI platform, which facilitates instant interbank money transfers using a mobile phone.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-payments-interface-upi-4/

Explanation:

• NPCI is the brain behind the popular UPI platform, which facilitates instant interbank money transfers using a mobile phone.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-payments-interface-upi-4/

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points Which of the following is NOT a component of India’s foreign exchange reserves? (a) Foreign currency assets (FCAs) (b) Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) held with the IMF (c) Government bonds denominated in rupees (d) Gold reserves Correct Ans: (c) Explanation: Foreign Currency Assets, as defined in Section 33 of the RBI Act, 1934. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/indias-gold-reserve/ Incorrect Ans: (c) Explanation: Foreign Currency Assets, as defined in Section 33 of the RBI Act, 1934. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/indias-gold-reserve/

#### 6. Question

Which of the following is NOT a component of India’s foreign exchange reserves?

• (a) Foreign currency assets (FCAs)

• (b) Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) held with the IMF

• (c) Government bonds denominated in rupees

• (d) Gold reserves

Explanation:

• Foreign Currency Assets, as defined in Section 33 of the RBI Act, 1934.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/indias-gold-reserve/

Explanation:

• Foreign Currency Assets, as defined in Section 33 of the RBI Act, 1934.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/indias-gold-reserve/

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Consider the following pairs[Certification: Implemented/overeen by] Participatory Guarantee System (PGS): Bureau of Indian Standards National Programme on Organic Production (NPOP): Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority AGMARK: Directorate of Marketing and Inspection How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: FSSAI and APEDA have developed a new “Unified India Organic” logo to replace the existing India Organic and Jaivik Bharat logos. Certification Description Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) Implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. Ensures organic product production adheres to quality standards. Does not require third-party certification agencies. Certification is carried out by local groups consisting of producers and consumers and is based on trust. Involves a documented logo or statement as proof of certification. National Programme on Organic Production (NPOP) Implemented by APEDA, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industries. Regulates organic farming certification. Involves accreditation of Certification Bodies. Sets standards for organic production. Promotes organic farming and marketing. Its Standards have been recognized by the EU, Switzerland, and the US. AGMARK is a certification mark for agricultural produce, assuring that they conform to a grade standard notified by Directorate of Marketing & Inspection (DMI), Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare under Agricultural Produce (Grading Marking) Act, 1937. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-india-organic-logo/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: FSSAI and APEDA have developed a new “Unified India Organic” logo to replace the existing India Organic and Jaivik Bharat logos. Certification Description Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) Implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. Ensures organic product production adheres to quality standards. Does not require third-party certification agencies. Certification is carried out by local groups consisting of producers and consumers and is based on trust. Involves a documented logo or statement as proof of certification. National Programme on Organic Production (NPOP) Implemented by APEDA, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industries. Regulates organic farming certification. Involves accreditation of Certification Bodies. Sets standards for organic production. Promotes organic farming and marketing. Its Standards have been recognized by the EU, Switzerland, and the US. AGMARK is a certification mark for agricultural produce, assuring that they conform to a grade standard notified by Directorate of Marketing & Inspection (DMI), Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare under Agricultural Produce (Grading Marking) Act, 1937. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-india-organic-logo/

#### 7. Question

Consider the following pairs[Certification: Implemented/overeen by]

• Participatory Guarantee System (PGS): Bureau of Indian Standards National Programme on Organic Production (NPOP): Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority AGMARK: Directorate of Marketing and Inspection

• Participatory Guarantee System (PGS): Bureau of Indian Standards

• National Programme on Organic Production (NPOP): Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority

• AGMARK: Directorate of Marketing and Inspection

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Explanation:

• Context: FSSAI and APEDA have developed a new “Unified India Organic” logo to replace the existing India Organic and Jaivik Bharat logos.

• Certification Description

• Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) Implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. Ensures organic product production adheres to quality standards. Does not require third-party certification agencies. Certification is carried out by local groups consisting of producers and consumers and is based on trust. Involves a documented logo or statement as proof of certification.

• Implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. Ensures organic product production adheres to quality standards. Does not require third-party certification agencies. Certification is carried out by local groups consisting of producers and consumers and is based on trust. Involves a documented logo or statement as proof of certification.

• National Programme on Organic Production (NPOP) Implemented by APEDA, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industries. Regulates organic farming certification. Involves accreditation of Certification Bodies. Sets standards for organic production. Promotes organic farming and marketing. Its Standards have been recognized by the EU, Switzerland, and the US.

• Implemented by APEDA, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industries. Regulates organic farming certification. Involves accreditation of Certification Bodies. Sets standards for organic production. Promotes organic farming and marketing. Its Standards have been recognized by the EU, Switzerland, and the US.

• AGMARK is a certification mark for agricultural produce, assuring that they conform to a grade standard notified by Directorate of Marketing & Inspection (DMI), Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare under Agricultural Produce (Grading Marking) Act, 1937.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-india-organic-logo/

Explanation:

• Context: FSSAI and APEDA have developed a new “Unified India Organic” logo to replace the existing India Organic and Jaivik Bharat logos.

• Certification Description

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-india-organic-logo/

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: A genome is made up exclusively of genes that code for proteins. Genomes are found only in eukaryotic organisms like plants and animals. 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: (d) Explanation: Genomes are the complete set of genetic material within an organism, including DNA sequences that encode its traits and functions. They serve as the blueprint for an organism’s development, growth, and behaviour. S1: Genomes contain a mix of genes, regulatory elements, and non-coding DNA. S2: Bacteria and archaea also have genomes, although they are typically simpler than those of eukaryotes Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/tmesipteris-oblanceolate/ Incorrect Ans: (d) Explanation: Genomes are the complete set of genetic material within an organism, including DNA sequences that encode its traits and functions. They serve as the blueprint for an organism’s development, growth, and behaviour. S1: Genomes contain a mix of genes, regulatory elements, and non-coding DNA. S2: Bacteria and archaea also have genomes, although they are typically simpler than those of eukaryotes Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/tmesipteris-oblanceolate/

#### 8. Question

Consider the following statements:

• A genome is made up exclusively of genes that code for proteins. Genomes are found only in eukaryotic organisms like plants and animals.

• A genome is made up exclusively of genes that code for proteins.

• Genomes are found only in eukaryotic organisms like plants and animals.

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:

• Genomes are the complete set of genetic material within an organism, including DNA sequences that encode its traits and functions. They serve as the blueprint for an organism’s development, growth, and behaviour.

• S1: Genomes contain a mix of genes, regulatory elements, and non-coding DNA.

• S2: Bacteria and archaea also have genomes, although they are typically simpler than those of eukaryotes

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/tmesipteris-oblanceolate/

Explanation:

• S1: Genomes contain a mix of genes, regulatory elements, and non-coding DNA.

• S2: Bacteria and archaea also have genomes, although they are typically simpler than those of eukaryotes

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/tmesipteris-oblanceolate/

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Biocover can refer to a few different things. Select the answer that best describes the use of biocover in landfills: (a) A plastic sheet placed on top of landfill waste to prevent rainwater from entering. (b) A layer of compost placed on top of a landfill to capture and neutralize methane gas emissions. (c) A hydraulically applied cover made from wood fibers used as an alternative to daily soil cover. (d) A special type of plant-based fabric used for weed and erosion control in landscaping. Correct Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: The use of microbial methane oxidation systems, specifically biocovers utilizing fine fractions from landfill mining, presents a promising model for methane control. What is Biocover? Biocovers are a type of methane oxidation system that utilizes the fine fraction material from landfill mining to effectively control methane emissions. These are porous material layers laid directly on top of a landfill which is then covered by an oxidizing layer of mature compost. It provides optimal conditions for methanotrophic (methane-utilizing) bacteria to thrive and act as biofilters, hence controlling methane emissions by converting methane to CO2. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/biocover/ Incorrect Ans: (b) Explanation: Context: The use of microbial methane oxidation systems, specifically biocovers utilizing fine fractions from landfill mining, presents a promising model for methane control. What is Biocover? Biocovers are a type of methane oxidation system that utilizes the fine fraction material from landfill mining to effectively control methane emissions. These are porous material layers laid directly on top of a landfill which is then covered by an oxidizing layer of mature compost. It provides optimal conditions for methanotrophic (methane-utilizing) bacteria to thrive and act as biofilters, hence controlling methane emissions by converting methane to CO2. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/biocover/

#### 9. Question

Biocover can refer to a few different things. Select the answer that best describes the use of biocover in landfills:

• (a) A plastic sheet placed on top of landfill waste to prevent rainwater from entering.

• (b) A layer of compost placed on top of a landfill to capture and neutralize methane gas emissions.

• (c) A hydraulically applied cover made from wood fibers used as an alternative to daily soil cover.

• (d) A special type of plant-based fabric used for weed and erosion control in landscaping.

Explanation:

• Context: The use of microbial methane oxidation systems, specifically biocovers utilizing fine fractions from landfill mining, presents a promising model for methane control.

• What is Biocover? Biocovers are a type of methane oxidation system that utilizes the fine fraction material from landfill mining to effectively control methane emissions. These are porous material layers laid directly on top of a landfill which is then covered by an oxidizing layer of mature compost. It provides optimal conditions for methanotrophic (methane-utilizing) bacteria to thrive and act as biofilters, hence controlling methane emissions by converting methane to CO2.

• Biocovers are a type of methane oxidation system that utilizes the fine fraction material from landfill mining to effectively control methane emissions. These are porous material layers laid directly on top of a landfill which is then covered by an oxidizing layer of mature compost. It provides optimal conditions for methanotrophic (methane-utilizing) bacteria to thrive and act as biofilters, hence controlling methane emissions by converting methane to CO2.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/biocover/

Explanation:

• Context: The use of microbial methane oxidation systems, specifically biocovers utilizing fine fractions from landfill mining, presents a promising model for methane control.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/biocover/

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI): It sets food safety standards but has no role in licensing food businesses. It is an independent body with no government oversight. It was established in 2008 and operates under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only Correct Ans: (d) Explanation: FSSAI was established on 5 September 2008 under Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 which was operationalized in 2006. Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) lays down the hygiene and safety standards that ensure the availability of safe and quality food in any food business especially items of food sold in a Grocery. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-india-organic-logo/ Incorrect Ans: (d) Explanation: FSSAI was established on 5 September 2008 under Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 which was operationalized in 2006. Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) lays down the hygiene and safety standards that ensure the availability of safe and quality food in any food business especially items of food sold in a Grocery. Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-india-organic-logo/

#### 10. Question

Consider the following statements about Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI):

• It sets food safety standards but has no role in licensing food businesses. It is an independent body with no government oversight. It was established in 2008 and operates under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

• It sets food safety standards but has no role in licensing food businesses.

• It is an independent body with no government oversight.

• It was established in 2008 and operates under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• (a) 1 only

• (b) 1 and 2 only

• (c) 2 and 3 only

• (d) 3 only

Explanation:

• FSSAI was established on 5 September 2008 under Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 which was operationalized in 2006.

• Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) lays down the hygiene and safety standards that ensure the availability of safe and quality food in any food business especially items of food sold in a Grocery.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-india-organic-logo/

Explanation:

• FSSAI was established on 5 September 2008 under Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 which was operationalized in 2006.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2024/06/04/unified-india-organic-logo/

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