UPSC Editorials Quiz : 14 October 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey (NAFIS) 2021-22: NAFIS is conducted by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). It revealed improvements in rural financial literacy post-COVID. NAFIS is conducted every five years to assess the economic and financial status of rural households. Which of the above statements are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) 2 only Correct Solution: d) The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) released its second All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey (NAFIS) for 2021-22, covering one lakh rural households across India. The survey provides insights into economic and financial indicators, assessing the impact of government policies on rural development post-COVID. The NAFIS 2021-22 survey highlights substantial progress in rural financial inclusion, with improved income, savings, and financial literacy. Continued government support and investment are crucial to sustain this momentum and ensure a prosperous future for India’s rural population. Incorrect Solution: d) The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) released its second All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey (NAFIS) for 2021-22, covering one lakh rural households across India. The survey provides insights into economic and financial indicators, assessing the impact of government policies on rural development post-COVID. The NAFIS 2021-22 survey highlights substantial progress in rural financial inclusion, with improved income, savings, and financial literacy. Continued government support and investment are crucial to sustain this momentum and ensure a prosperous future for India’s rural population.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey (NAFIS) 2021-22:

• NAFIS is conducted by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

• It revealed improvements in rural financial literacy post-COVID.

• NAFIS is conducted every five years to assess the economic and financial status of rural households.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• a) 1 and 2 only

• b) 2 and 3 only

• c) 1 and 3 only

Solution: d)

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) released its second All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey (NAFIS) for 2021-22, covering one lakh rural households across India. The survey provides insights into economic and financial indicators, assessing the impact of government policies on rural development post-COVID.

The NAFIS 2021-22 survey highlights substantial progress in rural financial inclusion, with improved income, savings, and financial literacy. Continued government support and investment are crucial to sustain this momentum and ensure a prosperous future for India’s rural population.

Solution: d)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements regarding the causes of floods in Bihar: Most rivers in Bihar originate from the Himalayan region of Nepal. Heavy sediment deposition due to loose soil in the Himalayas leads to overflowing rivers. The plains of Bihar have a steep gradient, which helps in draining water quickly. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) The first two statements are correct. Rivers like Kosi and Gandak originate from the Himalayas and carry a heavy sediment load due to loose soil, leading to overflow during heavy rains. However, the third statement is incorrect, as Bihar has flat terrain, which hinders quick drainage, worsening flood situations. Incorrect Solution: b) The first two statements are correct. Rivers like Kosi and Gandak originate from the Himalayas and carry a heavy sediment load due to loose soil, leading to overflow during heavy rains. However, the third statement is incorrect, as Bihar has flat terrain, which hinders quick drainage, worsening flood situations.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the causes of floods in Bihar:

• Most rivers in Bihar originate from the Himalayan region of Nepal.

• Heavy sediment deposition due to loose soil in the Himalayas leads to overflowing rivers.

• The plains of Bihar have a steep gradient, which helps in draining water quickly.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

The first two statements are correct. Rivers like Kosi and Gandak originate from the Himalayas and carry a heavy sediment load due to loose soil, leading to overflow during heavy rains. However, the third statement is incorrect, as Bihar has flat terrain, which hinders quick drainage, worsening flood situations.

Solution: b)

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding shale gas extraction: Shale gas is an unconventional natural resource found at depths greater than conventional crude oil. Shale gas is trapped in low-permeability rocks, which require special extraction techniques. 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) About Shale gas: Shale gas and oil are unconventional natural resources. They are found at 2,500-5,000 metres belowthe earth’s surface. They are deeper in comparison to conventional crude oil found at 1,500 metres. The process of extracting shale oil and gas requires deep vertical drilling followed by horizontal drilling. The most common way to extract shale gas is ‘hydraulic fracturing’ (fracking), Shale gas is trapped under low permeable rocks. Incorrect Solution: c) About Shale gas: Shale gas and oil are unconventional natural resources. They are found at 2,500-5,000 metres belowthe earth’s surface. They are deeper in comparison to conventional crude oil found at 1,500 metres. The process of extracting shale oil and gas requires deep vertical drilling followed by horizontal drilling. The most common way to extract shale gas is ‘hydraulic fracturing’ (fracking), Shale gas is trapped under low permeable rocks.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding shale gas extraction:

• Shale gas is an unconventional natural resource found at depths greater than conventional crude oil.

• Shale gas is trapped in low-permeability rocks, which require special extraction techniques.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• c) Both 1 and 2

• d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: c)

About Shale gas:

• Shale gas and oil are unconventional natural resources. They are found at 2,500-5,000 metres belowthe earth’s surface.

• They are deeper in comparison to conventional crude oil found at 1,500 metres. The process of extracting shale oil and gas requires deep vertical drilling followed by horizontal drilling.

• The most common way to extract shale gas is ‘hydraulic fracturing’ (fracking), Shale gas is trapped under low permeable rocks.

Solution: c)

About Shale gas:

• Shale gas and oil are unconventional natural resources. They are found at 2,500-5,000 metres belowthe earth’s surface.

• They are deeper in comparison to conventional crude oil found at 1,500 metres. The process of extracting shale oil and gas requires deep vertical drilling followed by horizontal drilling.

• The most common way to extract shale gas is ‘hydraulic fracturing’ (fracking), Shale gas is trapped under low permeable rocks.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question What is the impact of embankments built along rivers in Bihar? a) They prevent floods effectively b) They increase the water-holding capacity of rivers c) They contribute to river sedimentation and increase the risk of overflow d) They help in draining floodwaters faster Correct Solution: c) The embankments narrow river channels, causing sediment accumulation and leading to the elevation of riverbeds. This, in turn, makes the rivers more prone to overflowing during heavy rains. Incorrect Solution: c) The embankments narrow river channels, causing sediment accumulation and leading to the elevation of riverbeds. This, in turn, makes the rivers more prone to overflowing during heavy rains.

#### 4. Question

What is the impact of embankments built along rivers in Bihar?

• a) They prevent floods effectively

• b) They increase the water-holding capacity of rivers

• c) They contribute to river sedimentation and increase the risk of overflow

• d) They help in draining floodwaters faster

Solution: c)

The embankments narrow river channels, causing sediment accumulation and leading to the elevation of riverbeds. This, in turn, makes the rivers more prone to overflowing during heavy rains.

Solution: c)

The embankments narrow river channels, causing sediment accumulation and leading to the elevation of riverbeds. This, in turn, makes the rivers more prone to overflowing during heavy rains.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Which of the following seas is located between Turkey and Russia? a) Black Sea b) Caspian Sea c) Mediterranean Sea d) Red Sea Correct Solution: a) The Black Sea lies between Turkey and Russia, and is connected to the Mediterranean Sea through the Bosphorus Strait. Incorrect Solution: a) The Black Sea lies between Turkey and Russia, and is connected to the Mediterranean Sea through the Bosphorus Strait.

#### 5. Question

Which of the following seas is located between Turkey and Russia?

• a) Black Sea

• b) Caspian Sea

• c) Mediterranean Sea

• d) Red Sea

Solution: a)

The Black Sea lies between Turkey and Russia, and is connected to the Mediterranean Sea through the Bosphorus Strait.

Solution: a)

The Black Sea lies between Turkey and Russia, and is connected to the Mediterranean Sea through the Bosphorus Strait.

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