UPSC Editorials Quiz : 11 April 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding Total radiative forcing. Total radiative forcing is the difference between the amount of energy that enters the Earth’s atmosphere and the amount of energy that leaves it. At present less energy is entering the planet than leaving because of the increased levels of greenhouse gases and aerosols. A higher value of forcing means more concentration of greenhouse gases and other pollutants. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 2 is incorrect. Total radiative forcing is the difference between the amount of energy that enters the Earth’s atmosphere and the amount of energy that leaves it. Currently, as we know, more energy is entering the planet than leaving because of the increased levels of greenhouse gases and aerosols. That’s why we are witnessing global warming. Radiative forcing is measured in watts per square metre. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) considers 1750 as the base year as it predates the Industrial Revolution and the radiative forcing was quite stable. Moreover, a higher value of forcing means more concentration of greenhouse gases and other pollutants, which in turn, means higher global warming and a more pronounced impact of climate change. Source Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 2 is incorrect. Total radiative forcing is the difference between the amount of energy that enters the Earth’s atmosphere and the amount of energy that leaves it. Currently, as we know, more energy is entering the planet than leaving because of the increased levels of greenhouse gases and aerosols. That’s why we are witnessing global warming. Radiative forcing is measured in watts per square metre. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) considers 1750 as the base year as it predates the Industrial Revolution and the radiative forcing was quite stable. Moreover, a higher value of forcing means more concentration of greenhouse gases and other pollutants, which in turn, means higher global warming and a more pronounced impact of climate change. Source

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Total radiative forcing.

• Total radiative forcing is the difference between the amount of energy that enters the Earth’s atmosphere and the amount of energy that leaves it.

• At present less energy is entering the planet than leaving because of the increased levels of greenhouse gases and aerosols.

• A higher value of forcing means more concentration of greenhouse gases and other pollutants.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 2 is incorrect.

Total radiative forcing is the difference between the amount of energy that enters the Earth’s atmosphere and the amount of energy that leaves it. Currently, as we know, more energy is entering the planet than leaving because of the increased levels of greenhouse gases and aerosols. That’s why we are witnessing global warming. Radiative forcing is measured in watts per square metre.

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) considers 1750 as the base year as it predates the Industrial Revolution and the radiative forcing was quite stable. Moreover, a higher value of forcing means more concentration of greenhouse gases and other pollutants, which in turn, means higher global warming and a more pronounced impact of climate change.

Solution: b)

Statement 2 is incorrect.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Recently India’s longest cable-stayed bridge was inaugurated in a) West Bengal b) Uttar Pradesh c) Gujarat d) Tamil Nadu Correct Solution: c) Recently Prime Minister inaugurated the Sudarshan Setu, India’s longest cable-stayed bridge, in the Gulf of Kutch. Also known as Signature Bridge, it will link mainland Gujarat with Bet Dwarka island off the Okha coast in Devbhumi Dwarka. Gujarat’s first sea link Signature Bridge is technically a sea link, a first for Gujarat. Source Incorrect Solution: c) Recently Prime Minister inaugurated the Sudarshan Setu, India’s longest cable-stayed bridge, in the Gulf of Kutch. Also known as Signature Bridge, it will link mainland Gujarat with Bet Dwarka island off the Okha coast in Devbhumi Dwarka. Gujarat’s first sea link Signature Bridge is technically a sea link, a first for Gujarat. Source

#### 2. Question

Recently India’s longest cable-stayed bridge was inaugurated in

• a) West Bengal

• b) Uttar Pradesh

• c) Gujarat

• d) Tamil Nadu

Solution: c)

Recently Prime Minister inaugurated the Sudarshan Setu, India’s longest cable-stayed bridge, in the Gulf of Kutch. Also known as Signature Bridge, it will link mainland Gujarat with Bet Dwarka island off the Okha coast in Devbhumi Dwarka. Gujarat’s first sea link Signature Bridge is technically a sea link, a first for Gujarat.

Solution: c)

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding Raman Effect. Raman Effect refers to the phenomenon in which when a stream of light passes through a liquid, a fraction of the light scattered by the liquid is of a different colour. The Raman Effect is when the change in the energy of the light is affected by the vibrations of the molecule or material under observation. The applications of Raman Effect include studying art and other objects of cultural importance in a non-invasive fashion. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: c) The Raman Effect refers to the phenomenon in which when a stream of light passes through a liquid, a fraction of the light scattered by the liquid is of a different colour. This happens due to the change in the wavelength of light that occurs when a light beam is deflected by molecules. In general, when light interacts with an object, it can either be reflected, refracted or transmitted. One of the things that scientists look at when light is scattered is if the particle it interacts with is able to change its energy. The Raman Effect is when the change in the energy of the light is affected by the vibrations of the molecule or material under observation, leading to a change in its wavelength. CV Raman’s discovery took the world by storm as it had deep implications far beyond Raman’s original intentions. The discovery would also find its use in chemistry, giving birth to a new field known as Raman spectroscopy as a basic analytical tool to conduct nondestructive chemical analysis for both organic and inorganic compounds. With the invention of lasers and the capabilities to concentrate much stronger beams of light, the uses of Raman spectroscopy have only ballooned over time. Today, this method has a wide variety of applications, from studying art and other objects of cultural importance in a non-invasive fashion to finding drugs hidden inside luggage at customs. Source Incorrect Solution: c) The Raman Effect refers to the phenomenon in which when a stream of light passes through a liquid, a fraction of the light scattered by the liquid is of a different colour. This happens due to the change in the wavelength of light that occurs when a light beam is deflected by molecules. In general, when light interacts with an object, it can either be reflected, refracted or transmitted. One of the things that scientists look at when light is scattered is if the particle it interacts with is able to change its energy. The Raman Effect is when the change in the energy of the light is affected by the vibrations of the molecule or material under observation, leading to a change in its wavelength. CV Raman’s discovery took the world by storm as it had deep implications far beyond Raman’s original intentions. The discovery would also find its use in chemistry, giving birth to a new field known as Raman spectroscopy as a basic analytical tool to conduct nondestructive chemical analysis for both organic and inorganic compounds. With the invention of lasers and the capabilities to concentrate much stronger beams of light, the uses of Raman spectroscopy have only ballooned over time. Today, this method has a wide variety of applications, from studying art and other objects of cultural importance in a non-invasive fashion to finding drugs hidden inside luggage at customs. Source

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Raman Effect.

• Raman Effect refers to the phenomenon in which when a stream of light passes through a liquid, a fraction of the light scattered by the liquid is of a different colour.

• The Raman Effect is when the change in the energy of the light is affected by the vibrations of the molecule or material under observation.

• The applications of Raman Effect include studying art and other objects of cultural importance in a non-invasive fashion.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: c)

The Raman Effect refers to the phenomenon in which when a stream of light passes through a liquid, a fraction of the light scattered by the liquid is of a different colour. This happens due to the change in the wavelength of light that occurs when a light beam is deflected by molecules.

In general, when light interacts with an object, it can either be reflected, refracted or transmitted. One of the things that scientists look at when light is scattered is if the particle it interacts with is able to change its energy. The Raman Effect is when the change in the energy of the light is affected by the vibrations of the molecule or material under observation, leading to a change in its wavelength.

CV Raman’s discovery took the world by storm as it had deep implications far beyond Raman’s original intentions.

The discovery would also find its use in chemistry, giving birth to a new field known as Raman spectroscopy as a basic analytical tool to conduct nondestructive chemical analysis for both organic and inorganic compounds. With the invention of lasers and the capabilities to concentrate much stronger beams of light, the uses of Raman spectroscopy have only ballooned over time.

Today, this method has a wide variety of applications, from studying art and other objects of cultural importance in a non-invasive fashion to finding drugs hidden inside luggage at customs.

Solution: c)

CV Raman’s discovery took the world by storm as it had deep implications far beyond Raman’s original intentions.

Today, this method has a wide variety of applications, from studying art and other objects of cultural importance in a non-invasive fashion to finding drugs hidden inside luggage at customs.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question The Genome India project was approved by the government in 2020 with the aim of creating a comprehensive catalogue of genetic variations found in the Indian population. How does studying the genetic makeup of the country help? It can help identify the genetic basis or genetic risk factors for various diseases. It can help in targeted treatments, especially for rare diseases. It can help in identifying genes that might make certain medicines or anaesthetics ineffective in certain populations. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1, 2 c) 2, 3 d) 1, 2, 3 Correct Solution: d) How does studying the genetic makeup of the country help? One, it can help identify the genetic basis or genetic risk factors for various diseases. Two, it can help in targeted treatments, especially for rare diseases that usually arise from genetic anomalies. “An Indian genome database will have a significant impact on treatments for genetic diseases. It can help develop new therapies that can cure these diseases. It can also help in identifying resistance-indicating variants — for example, genes that might make certain medicines or anaesthetics ineffective in certain populations. Source Incorrect Solution: d) How does studying the genetic makeup of the country help? One, it can help identify the genetic basis or genetic risk factors for various diseases. Two, it can help in targeted treatments, especially for rare diseases that usually arise from genetic anomalies. “An Indian genome database will have a significant impact on treatments for genetic diseases. It can help develop new therapies that can cure these diseases. It can also help in identifying resistance-indicating variants — for example, genes that might make certain medicines or anaesthetics ineffective in certain populations. Source

#### 4. Question

The Genome India project was approved by the government in 2020 with the aim of creating a comprehensive catalogue of genetic variations found in the Indian population. How does studying the genetic makeup of the country help?

• It can help identify the genetic basis or genetic risk factors for various diseases.

• It can help in targeted treatments, especially for rare diseases.

• It can help in identifying genes that might make certain medicines or anaesthetics ineffective in certain populations.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• d) 1, 2, 3

Solution: d)

How does studying the genetic makeup of the country help?

One, it can help identify the genetic basis or genetic risk factors for various diseases.

Two, it can help in targeted treatments, especially for rare diseases that usually arise from genetic anomalies. “An Indian genome database will have a significant impact on treatments for genetic diseases. It can help develop new therapies that can cure these diseases.

It can also help in identifying resistance-indicating variants — for example, genes that might make certain medicines or anaesthetics ineffective in certain populations.

Solution: d)

How does studying the genetic makeup of the country help?

One, it can help identify the genetic basis or genetic risk factors for various diseases.

It can also help in identifying resistance-indicating variants — for example, genes that might make certain medicines or anaesthetics ineffective in certain populations.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). ASEAN was established with the signing of Bangkok Declaration by the founding members. Its chairmanship rotates annually, based on the consensus of Member States. Laos, Philippines, Brunei, Cambodia and Nepal are the members of ASEAN. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) Only Statement 1 is correct. It is a regional grouping that promotes economic, political, and security cooperation. It was established in August 1967 in Bangkok, Thailand with the signing of the ASEAN Declaration (Bangkok Declaration)by the founding fathers of ASEAN, namely Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand. Its chairmanship rotates annually, based on the alphabetical order of the English names of Member States. Members: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. Incorrect Solution: a) Only Statement 1 is correct. It is a regional grouping that promotes economic, political, and security cooperation. It was established in August 1967 in Bangkok, Thailand with the signing of the ASEAN Declaration (Bangkok Declaration)by the founding fathers of ASEAN, namely Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand. Its chairmanship rotates annually, based on the alphabetical order of the English names of Member States. Members: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

• ASEAN was established with the signing of Bangkok Declaration by the founding members.

• Its chairmanship rotates annually, based on the consensus of Member States.

• Laos, Philippines, Brunei, Cambodia and Nepal are the members of ASEAN.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Only Statement 1 is correct.

It is a regional grouping that promotes economic, political, and security cooperation.

• It was established in August 1967 in Bangkok, Thailand with the signing of the ASEAN Declaration (Bangkok Declaration)by the founding fathers of ASEAN, namely Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand.

• Its chairmanship rotates annually, based on the alphabetical order of the English names of Member States.

• Members: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Solution: a)

Only Statement 1 is correct.

It is a regional grouping that promotes economic, political, and security cooperation.

• Its chairmanship rotates annually, based on the alphabetical order of the English names of Member States.

• Members: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

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