UPSC Editorials Quiz : 12 October 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements about the role of slag in artificial ground: Slag can mimic natural geological processes by forming sedimentary rock through lithification. The process of slag lithification can sequester carbon dioxide, reducing atmospheric greenhouse gas levels. Slag use in artificial ground contributes to increased soil acidity, hindering plant growth. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct because slag, a byproduct of steel production, can undergo lithification, mimicking natural geological processes that turn it into sedimentary rock over time. Statement 2 is also correct, as the lithification process can sequester carbon dioxide through mineral carbonation, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Statement 3 is incorrect because the use of slag in artificial ground does not contribute to increased soil acidity or hinder plant growth. Instead, slag is often repurposed for environmental benefits, including carbon sequestration and reducing the carbon footprint of the steel industry. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct because slag, a byproduct of steel production, can undergo lithification, mimicking natural geological processes that turn it into sedimentary rock over time. Statement 2 is also correct, as the lithification process can sequester carbon dioxide through mineral carbonation, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Statement 3 is incorrect because the use of slag in artificial ground does not contribute to increased soil acidity or hinder plant growth. Instead, slag is often repurposed for environmental benefits, including carbon sequestration and reducing the carbon footprint of the steel industry.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements about the role of slag in artificial ground:

• Slag can mimic natural geological processes by forming sedimentary rock through lithification.

• The process of slag lithification can sequester carbon dioxide, reducing atmospheric greenhouse gas levels.

• Slag use in artificial ground contributes to increased soil acidity, hindering plant growth.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is correct because slag, a byproduct of steel production, can undergo lithification, mimicking natural geological processes that turn it into sedimentary rock over time.

Statement 2 is also correct, as the lithification process can sequester carbon dioxide through mineral carbonation, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

Statement 3 is incorrect because the use of slag in artificial ground does not contribute to increased soil acidity or hinder plant growth. Instead, slag is often repurposed for environmental benefits, including carbon sequestration and reducing the carbon footprint of the steel industry.

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is correct because slag, a byproduct of steel production, can undergo lithification, mimicking natural geological processes that turn it into sedimentary rock over time.

Statement 2 is also correct, as the lithification process can sequester carbon dioxide through mineral carbonation, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question What is the primary nutrient added to fortified rice to help prevent nerve damage and boost energy levels? a) Iron b) Zinc c) Vitamin A d) Vitamin B-12 Correct Solution: d) Fortified rice includes 0.75-1.25 micrograms of vitamin B-12, which is essential for improving energy levels and preventing nerve damage. This vitamin plays a key role in maintaining neurological health. Incorrect Solution: d) Fortified rice includes 0.75-1.25 micrograms of vitamin B-12, which is essential for improving energy levels and preventing nerve damage. This vitamin plays a key role in maintaining neurological health.

#### 2. Question

What is the primary nutrient added to fortified rice to help prevent nerve damage and boost energy levels?

• c) Vitamin A

• d) Vitamin B-12

Solution: d)

Fortified rice includes 0.75-1.25 micrograms of vitamin B-12, which is essential for improving energy levels and preventing nerve damage. This vitamin plays a key role in maintaining neurological health.

Solution: d)

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Which ecosystem has witnessed the highest decline in wildlife populations, according to the WWF Living Planet Report 2024? a) Marine ecosystems b) Terrestrial ecosystems c) Freshwater ecosystems d) Coastal ecosystems Correct Solution: c) The report highlights an 85% decline in wildlife populations in freshwater ecosystems, the highest among all ecosystem categories, driven by habitat loss, pollution, and over-exploitation. Incorrect Solution: c) The report highlights an 85% decline in wildlife populations in freshwater ecosystems, the highest among all ecosystem categories, driven by habitat loss, pollution, and over-exploitation.

#### 3. Question

Which ecosystem has witnessed the highest decline in wildlife populations, according to the WWF Living Planet Report 2024?

• a) Marine ecosystems

• b) Terrestrial ecosystems

• c) Freshwater ecosystems

• d) Coastal ecosystems

Solution: c)

The report highlights an 85% decline in wildlife populations in freshwater ecosystems, the highest among all ecosystem categories, driven by habitat loss, pollution, and over-exploitation.

Solution: c)

The report highlights an 85% decline in wildlife populations in freshwater ecosystems, the highest among all ecosystem categories, driven by habitat loss, pollution, and over-exploitation.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question What is the source of data for tracking wildlife population trends in the World-Wide Fund for Nature’s (WWF) Living Planet Report 2024? a) International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) b) Zoological Society of London (ZSL) c) World Health Organization (WHO) d) Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Correct Solution: b) The Living Planet Index (LPI) used in the WWF report is provided by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), covering data from 5,495 species and nearly 35,000 population records. Incorrect Solution: b) The Living Planet Index (LPI) used in the WWF report is provided by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), covering data from 5,495 species and nearly 35,000 population records.

#### 4. Question

What is the source of data for tracking wildlife population trends in the World-Wide Fund for Nature’s (WWF) Living Planet Report 2024?

• a) International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

• b) Zoological Society of London (ZSL)

• c) World Health Organization (WHO)

• d) Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)

Solution: b)

The Living Planet Index (LPI) used in the WWF report is provided by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), covering data from 5,495 species and nearly 35,000 population records.

Solution: b)

The Living Planet Index (LPI) used in the WWF report is provided by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), covering data from 5,495 species and nearly 35,000 population records.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements about the integration of UMANG and DigiLocker: It enhances user convenience by allowing access to government services and documents in one place. The integration increases the number of documents that can be stored in DigiLocker. 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: a) Statement 1 is correct as the integration of UMANG with DigiLocker aims to consolidate multiple services under a single interface. Statement 2 is incorrect as the integration focuses on service accessibility, not expanding storage capacity in DigiLocker. The National e-Governance Division has announced the integration of the UMANG app with DigiLocker, allowing citizens to access a wide range of government services through a single platform. About UMANG App: Full Form: Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance. Purpose: Provides a single platform for Indian citizens to access e-Gov services ranging from Central to Local Government bodies. Availability: Accessible to all Android users, offering various government services in one place. About DigiLocker: Flagship initiative: Part of the Digital India program by the Ministry of Electronics and IT. Purpose: Provides secure cloud-based storage for essential documents and digital certificates. Integration: Allows users to access UMANG services through the DigiLocker app, enhancing convenience and efficiency. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is correct as the integration of UMANG with DigiLocker aims to consolidate multiple services under a single interface. Statement 2 is incorrect as the integration focuses on service accessibility, not expanding storage capacity in DigiLocker. The National e-Governance Division has announced the integration of the UMANG app with DigiLocker, allowing citizens to access a wide range of government services through a single platform. About UMANG App: Full Form: Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance. Purpose: Provides a single platform for Indian citizens to access e-Gov services ranging from Central to Local Government bodies. Availability: Accessible to all Android users, offering various government services in one place. About DigiLocker: Flagship initiative: Part of the Digital India program by the Ministry of Electronics and IT. Purpose: Provides secure cloud-based storage for essential documents and digital certificates. Integration: Allows users to access UMANG services through the DigiLocker app, enhancing convenience and efficiency.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements about the integration of UMANG and DigiLocker:

• It enhances user convenience by allowing access to government services and documents in one place.

• The integration increases the number of documents that can be stored in DigiLocker.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• c) Both 1 and 2

• d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is correct as the integration of UMANG with DigiLocker aims to consolidate multiple services under a single interface.

Statement 2 is incorrect as the integration focuses on service accessibility, not expanding storage capacity in DigiLocker.

The National e-Governance Division has announced the integration of the UMANG app with DigiLocker, allowing citizens to access a wide range of government services through a single platform.

About UMANG App:

• Full Form: Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance.

• Purpose: Provides a single platform for Indian citizens to access e-Gov services ranging from Central to Local Government bodies.

• Availability: Accessible to all Android users, offering various government services in one place.

About DigiLocker:

• Flagship initiative: Part of the Digital India program by the Ministry of Electronics and IT.

• Purpose: Provides secure cloud-based storage for essential documents and digital certificates.

• Integration: Allows users to access UMANG services through the DigiLocker app, enhancing convenience and efficiency.

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is correct as the integration of UMANG with DigiLocker aims to consolidate multiple services under a single interface.

Statement 2 is incorrect as the integration focuses on service accessibility, not expanding storage capacity in DigiLocker.

The National e-Governance Division has announced the integration of the UMANG app with DigiLocker, allowing citizens to access a wide range of government services through a single platform.

About UMANG App:

• Full Form: Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance.

• Purpose: Provides a single platform for Indian citizens to access e-Gov services ranging from Central to Local Government bodies.

• Availability: Accessible to all Android users, offering various government services in one place.

About DigiLocker:

• Flagship initiative: Part of the Digital India program by the Ministry of Electronics and IT.

• Purpose: Provides secure cloud-based storage for essential documents and digital certificates.

• Integration: Allows users to access UMANG services through the DigiLocker app, enhancing convenience and efficiency.

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