UPSC Editorials Quiz : 10 May 2024
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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding Kodaikanal Solar Observatory. Kodaikanal Solar Observatory is located on the southern tip of the Palani Hills. It was established by the British East India Company. The Evershed effect was first detected at this observatory. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: c) The Kodaikanal Solar Observatory is a solar observatory owned and operated by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics. It is on the southern tip of the Palani Hills 4 kilometres from Kodaikanal. In 1792, the British East India Company established the Kodaikanal Observatory, a first of its kind in this part of the world. The Evershed effect was first detected at this observatory in January 1909. Solar data collected by the lab is the oldest continuous series of its kind in India. Precise observations of the equatorial electrojet are made here due to the unique geography of Kodaikanal. Source Incorrect Solution: c) The Kodaikanal Solar Observatory is a solar observatory owned and operated by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics. It is on the southern tip of the Palani Hills 4 kilometres from Kodaikanal. In 1792, the British East India Company established the Kodaikanal Observatory, a first of its kind in this part of the world. The Evershed effect was first detected at this observatory in January 1909. Solar data collected by the lab is the oldest continuous series of its kind in India. Precise observations of the equatorial electrojet are made here due to the unique geography of Kodaikanal. Source
#### 1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Kodaikanal Solar Observatory.
• Kodaikanal Solar Observatory is located on the southern tip of the Palani Hills.
• It was established by the British East India Company.
• The Evershed effect was first detected at this observatory.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
• a) Only one
• b) Only two
• c) All three
Solution: c)
The Kodaikanal Solar Observatory is a solar observatory owned and operated by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics. It is on the southern tip of the Palani Hills 4 kilometres from Kodaikanal.
In 1792, the British East India Company established the Kodaikanal Observatory, a first of its kind in this part of the world.
The Evershed effect was first detected at this observatory in January 1909. Solar data collected by the lab is the oldest continuous series of its kind in India. Precise observations of the equatorial electrojet are made here due to the unique geography of Kodaikanal.
Solution: c)
The Kodaikanal Solar Observatory is a solar observatory owned and operated by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics. It is on the southern tip of the Palani Hills 4 kilometres from Kodaikanal.
In 1792, the British East India Company established the Kodaikanal Observatory, a first of its kind in this part of the world.
The Evershed effect was first detected at this observatory in January 1909. Solar data collected by the lab is the oldest continuous series of its kind in India. Precise observations of the equatorial electrojet are made here due to the unique geography of Kodaikanal.
• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements regarding Kallakkadal. Kallakkadal is essentially coastal flooding during the pre-monsoon (April-May) season by on the southwest coast of India. Kallakkadal is caused by waves that are formed by an ocean swell. Ocean swells occur mainly due to local winds. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 3 is incorrect. Kallakkadal is essentially coastal flooding during the pre-monsoon (April-May) season by swell waves on the southwest coast of India. Kallakkadal is caused by waves that are formed by an ocean swell, hence the name swell surge. Ocean swells occur not due to the local winds, but rather due to distant storms like hurricanes, or even long periods of fierce gale winds. During such storms, huge energy transfer takes place from the air into the water, leading to the formation of very high waves. Such waves can travel thousands of kilometres from the storm centre until they strike shore. Usually, Kallakkadal is a consequence of the strong winds in the southern part of the Indian Ocean, where an ocean swell is generated, and the waves then travel north to reach the coast in two or three days. Source Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 3 is incorrect. Kallakkadal is essentially coastal flooding during the pre-monsoon (April-May) season by swell waves on the southwest coast of India. Kallakkadal is caused by waves that are formed by an ocean swell, hence the name swell surge. Ocean swells occur not due to the local winds, but rather due to distant storms like hurricanes, or even long periods of fierce gale winds. During such storms, huge energy transfer takes place from the air into the water, leading to the formation of very high waves. Such waves can travel thousands of kilometres from the storm centre until they strike shore. Usually, Kallakkadal is a consequence of the strong winds in the southern part of the Indian Ocean, where an ocean swell is generated, and the waves then travel north to reach the coast in two or three days. Source
#### 2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Kallakkadal.
• Kallakkadal is essentially coastal flooding during the pre-monsoon (April-May) season by on the southwest coast of India.
• Kallakkadal is caused by waves that are formed by an ocean swell.
• Ocean swells occur mainly due to local winds.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
• a) Only one
• b) Only two
• c) All three
Solution: b)
Statement 3 is incorrect.
Kallakkadal is essentially coastal flooding during the pre-monsoon (April-May) season by swell waves on the southwest coast of India.
Kallakkadal is caused by waves that are formed by an ocean swell, hence the name swell surge. Ocean swells occur not due to the local winds, but rather due to distant storms like hurricanes, or even long periods of fierce gale winds. During such storms, huge energy transfer takes place from the air into the water, leading to the formation of very high waves. Such waves can travel thousands of kilometres from the storm centre until they strike shore.
Usually, Kallakkadal is a consequence of the strong winds in the southern part of the Indian Ocean, where an ocean swell is generated, and the waves then travel north to reach the coast in two or three days.
Solution: b)
Statement 3 is incorrect.
Kallakkadal is essentially coastal flooding during the pre-monsoon (April-May) season by swell waves on the southwest coast of India.
Kallakkadal is caused by waves that are formed by an ocean swell, hence the name swell surge. Ocean swells occur not due to the local winds, but rather due to distant storms like hurricanes, or even long periods of fierce gale winds. During such storms, huge energy transfer takes place from the air into the water, leading to the formation of very high waves. Such waves can travel thousands of kilometres from the storm centre until they strike shore.
Usually, Kallakkadal is a consequence of the strong winds in the southern part of the Indian Ocean, where an ocean swell is generated, and the waves then travel north to reach the coast in two or three days.
• Question 3 of 5 3. Question The Pacific Ring of Fire traces which of the following tectonic plates? Cocos Caribbean Nazca Antarctic Indian How many of the above options is/are correct? a) Only two b) Only three c) Only four d) All five Correct Solution: d) The Ring of Fire is essentially a string of hundreds of volcanoes and earthquake-sites which runs along the Pacific Ocean. It is a semicircle or horse shoe in shape and stretches nearly 40,250 kilometres. The Ring of Fire traces the meeting points of numerous tectonic plates, including the Eurasian, North American, Juan de Fuca, Cocos, Caribbean, Nazca, Antarctic, Indian, Australian, Philippine, and other smaller plates, which all encircle the large Pacific Plate, according to a report by National Geographic. Source Incorrect Solution: d) The Ring of Fire is essentially a string of hundreds of volcanoes and earthquake-sites which runs along the Pacific Ocean. It is a semicircle or horse shoe in shape and stretches nearly 40,250 kilometres. The Ring of Fire traces the meeting points of numerous tectonic plates, including the Eurasian, North American, Juan de Fuca, Cocos, Caribbean, Nazca, Antarctic, Indian, Australian, Philippine, and other smaller plates, which all encircle the large Pacific Plate, according to a report by National Geographic. Source
#### 3. Question
The Pacific Ring of Fire traces which of the following tectonic plates?
How many of the above options is/are correct?
• a) Only two
• b) Only three
• c) Only four
• d) All five
Solution: d)
The Ring of Fire is essentially a string of hundreds of volcanoes and earthquake-sites which runs along the Pacific Ocean. It is a semicircle or horse shoe in shape and stretches nearly 40,250 kilometres. The Ring of Fire traces the meeting points of numerous tectonic plates, including the Eurasian, North American, Juan de Fuca, Cocos, Caribbean, Nazca, Antarctic, Indian, Australian, Philippine, and other smaller plates, which all encircle the large Pacific Plate, according to a report by National Geographic.
Solution: d)
The Ring of Fire is essentially a string of hundreds of volcanoes and earthquake-sites which runs along the Pacific Ocean. It is a semicircle or horse shoe in shape and stretches nearly 40,250 kilometres. The Ring of Fire traces the meeting points of numerous tectonic plates, including the Eurasian, North American, Juan de Fuca, Cocos, Caribbean, Nazca, Antarctic, Indian, Australian, Philippine, and other smaller plates, which all encircle the large Pacific Plate, according to a report by National Geographic.
• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following pairs. Mohiniyattam: Lyrical dance mainly performed by women, narrating stories related to king Mahabali. Koodiyattam: Ancient theatre form showcasing stories from Hindu epics. Thiruvathirakali: A solo performance humorously narrating epics. Chakyar Koothu: A traditional group dance celebrating womanhood. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statements 3 and 4 are incorrect. Incorrect Solution: b) Statements 3 and 4 are incorrect.
#### 4. Question
Consider the following pairs.
• Mohiniyattam: Lyrical dance mainly performed by women, narrating stories related to king Mahabali.
• Koodiyattam: Ancient theatre form showcasing stories from Hindu epics.
• Thiruvathirakali: A solo performance humorously narrating epics.
• Chakyar Koothu: A traditional group dance celebrating womanhood.
How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?
• a) Only one
• b) Only two
• c) All three
Solution: b)
Statements 3 and 4 are incorrect.
Solution: b)
Statements 3 and 4 are incorrect.
• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements. Article 368 of the Indian Constitution empowers Parliament to amend any provision of the Constitution. Indian Parliament has the absolute power to change the name of the country. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Solution: c) Parliament has the absolute power to change the name of the country at any time by amending the Constitution. Article 368 of the Constitution empowers Parliament to amend any provision of the Constitution which includes the name of the country, as mentioned in Article 1. Incorrect Solution: c) Parliament has the absolute power to change the name of the country at any time by amending the Constitution. Article 368 of the Constitution empowers Parliament to amend any provision of the Constitution which includes the name of the country, as mentioned in Article 1.
#### 5. Question
Consider the following statements.
• Article 368 of the Indian Constitution empowers Parliament to amend any provision of the Constitution.
• Indian Parliament has the absolute power to change the name of the country.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
• c) Both 1 and 2
• d) Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: c)
Parliament has the absolute power to change the name of the country at any time by amending the Constitution. Article 368 of the Constitution empowers Parliament to amend any provision of the Constitution which includes the name of the country, as mentioned in Article 1.
Solution: c)
Parliament has the absolute power to change the name of the country at any time by amending the Constitution. Article 368 of the Constitution empowers Parliament to amend any provision of the Constitution which includes the name of the country, as mentioned in Article 1.
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