UPSC Editorials Quiz : 22 July 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding CoBRA force. CoBRA force is a specialised force established to counter guerrilla and jungle warfare. They are specifically tailored towards addressing the Maoist insurgency. CoBRA operates as an integral part of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) framework. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: c) CoBRA force – also known as “jungle warriors” – a specialised force established to counter guerrilla and jungle warfare, specifically tailored towards addressing the Maoist insurgency. CoBRA operates as an integral part of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) framework. Source Incorrect Solution: c) CoBRA force – also known as “jungle warriors” – a specialised force established to counter guerrilla and jungle warfare, specifically tailored towards addressing the Maoist insurgency. CoBRA operates as an integral part of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) framework. Source

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding CoBRA force.

• CoBRA force is a specialised force established to counter guerrilla and jungle warfare.

• They are specifically tailored towards addressing the Maoist insurgency.

• CoBRA operates as an integral part of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) framework.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: c)

CoBRA force – also known as “jungle warriors” – a specialised force established to counter guerrilla and jungle warfare, specifically tailored towards addressing the Maoist insurgency. CoBRA operates as an integral part of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) framework.

Solution: c)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements regarding Ratification. Ratification is the process by which a country agrees to be legally bound to the provisions of an international law. In countries that have legislative bodies, typically Ratification does not require the consent of the legislature. For a country to be considered as a party to the treaty, must ratify the treaty. 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. Ratification is the process by which a country agrees to be legally bound to the provisions of an international law. This is separate from a mere signing on to an international law. Signing indicates that a country agrees with the provisions of the international law concerned, and is willing to abide by it. But till it ratifies it, the process for which varies from country to country, it is not legally bound to follow that law. In countries that have legislative bodies like a parliament, ratification typically requires the consent of the legislature. In other countries, it might just need an executive approval or accession. It is possible for a country to sign on to but not ratify a treaty. In that case, it is not considered a party to the treaty. The United States, for example, signed the Kyoto Protocol, the predecessor to the Paris Agreement, but it did not ratify it because its Senate, the upper house of the legislature, did not give its approval. Source Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 2 is incorrect. Ratification is the process by which a country agrees to be legally bound to the provisions of an international law. This is separate from a mere signing on to an international law. Signing indicates that a country agrees with the provisions of the international law concerned, and is willing to abide by it. But till it ratifies it, the process for which varies from country to country, it is not legally bound to follow that law. In countries that have legislative bodies like a parliament, ratification typically requires the consent of the legislature. In other countries, it might just need an executive approval or accession. It is possible for a country to sign on to but not ratify a treaty. In that case, it is not considered a party to the treaty. The United States, for example, signed the Kyoto Protocol, the predecessor to the Paris Agreement, but it did not ratify it because its Senate, the upper house of the legislature, did not give its approval. Source

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Ratification.

• Ratification is the process by which a country agrees to be legally bound to the provisions of an international law.

• In countries that have legislative bodies, typically Ratification does not require the consent of the legislature.

• For a country to be considered as a party to the treaty, must ratify the treaty.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 2 is incorrect.

Ratification is the process by which a country agrees to be legally bound to the provisions of an international law. This is separate from a mere signing on to an international law. Signing indicates that a country agrees with the provisions of the international law concerned, and is willing to abide by it. But till it ratifies it, the process for which varies from country to country, it is not legally bound to follow that law.

In countries that have legislative bodies like a parliament, ratification typically requires the consent of the legislature. In other countries, it might just need an executive approval or accession. It is possible for a country to sign on to but not ratify a treaty. In that case, it is not considered a party to the treaty. The United States, for example, signed the Kyoto Protocol, the predecessor to the Paris Agreement, but it did not ratify it because its Senate, the upper house of the legislature, did not give its approval.

Solution: b)

Statement 2 is incorrect.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding Battle of Haifa. The Battle of Haifa (1918), fought during World War II led to the unification of the Ottoman Empire. Indian soldiers from princely states like Jodhpur played a crucial role in the battle. Haifa is a northern Israeli port city bordering Mediterranean Sea. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Battle of Haifa (1918), fought during WWI as part of the Sinai and Palestine campaign, was historically overlooked until research by Brig. M S Jodha shed light on the contributions of Indian soldiers. The Battle of Haifa had significant long-term effects, leading to the partition of the Ottoman Empire and the creation of several modern states. Indian soldiers from princely states like Jodhpur (Jodhpur Lancers) played a crucial role, providing resources and troops to the British Indian Army. Haifa Day commemorations were initiated in 2010, acknowledging the Indian soldiers’ contributions. Teen Murti Chowk in India was renamed Teen Murti Haifa Chowk in honour of the Battle of Haifa’s centenary. Haifa is a northern Israeli port city built in tiers extending from the Mediterranean up the north slope of Mount Carmel. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Battle of Haifa (1918), fought during WWI as part of the Sinai and Palestine campaign, was historically overlooked until research by Brig. M S Jodha shed light on the contributions of Indian soldiers. The Battle of Haifa had significant long-term effects, leading to the partition of the Ottoman Empire and the creation of several modern states. Indian soldiers from princely states like Jodhpur (Jodhpur Lancers) played a crucial role, providing resources and troops to the British Indian Army. Haifa Day commemorations were initiated in 2010, acknowledging the Indian soldiers’ contributions. Teen Murti Chowk in India was renamed Teen Murti Haifa Chowk in honour of the Battle of Haifa’s centenary. Haifa is a northern Israeli port city built in tiers extending from the Mediterranean up the north slope of Mount Carmel.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Battle of Haifa.

• The Battle of Haifa (1918), fought during World War II led to the unification of the Ottoman Empire.

• Indian soldiers from princely states like Jodhpur played a crucial role in the battle.

• Haifa is a northern Israeli port city bordering Mediterranean Sea.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is incorrect.

The Battle of Haifa (1918), fought during WWI as part of the Sinai and Palestine campaign, was historically overlooked until research by Brig. M S Jodha shed light on the contributions of Indian soldiers.

The Battle of Haifa had significant long-term effects, leading to the partition of the Ottoman Empire and the creation of several modern states. Indian soldiers from princely states like Jodhpur (Jodhpur Lancers) played a crucial role, providing resources and troops to the British Indian Army.

Haifa Day commemorations were initiated in 2010, acknowledging the Indian soldiers’ contributions. Teen Murti Chowk in India was renamed Teen Murti Haifa Chowk in honour of the Battle of Haifa’s centenary.

Haifa is a northern Israeli port city built in tiers extending from the Mediterranean up the north slope of Mount Carmel.

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is incorrect.

Haifa is a northern Israeli port city built in tiers extending from the Mediterranean up the north slope of Mount Carmel.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding International Coffee Organization (ICO). International Coffee Organization (ICO) is a United Nations body that aims to strengthen the coffee sector and promote sustainable growth for the Global Coffee Value Chain. It is the sole intergovernmental coffee organization, uniting exporting and importing governments. The World Coffee Conference (WCC) is organised annually in India by the International Coffee Organization (ICO). 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. The 5th World Coffee Conference (WCC) was held in Bengaluru, and organized by the International Coffee Organization (ICO), a UN body focused on highlighting the economic importance of coffee. ICO (established in 1963, under the UN; HQ: London) serves as the only intergovernmental organization for coffee. It administers the International Coffee Agreement (ICA), an important instrument for development cooperation. Aims to strengthen the coffee sector and promote sustainable growth for the Global Coffee Value Chain (G-CVC). It is the sole intergovernmental coffee organization, uniting exporting and importing governments. As 2 February 2022, its membership comprises 42 producing members and 7 importing members. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 3 is incorrect. The 5th World Coffee Conference (WCC) was held in Bengaluru, and organized by the International Coffee Organization (ICO), a UN body focused on highlighting the economic importance of coffee. ICO (established in 1963, under the UN; HQ: London) serves as the only intergovernmental organization for coffee. It administers the International Coffee Agreement (ICA), an important instrument for development cooperation. Aims to strengthen the coffee sector and promote sustainable growth for the Global Coffee Value Chain (G-CVC). It is the sole intergovernmental coffee organization, uniting exporting and importing governments. As 2 February 2022, its membership comprises 42 producing members and 7 importing members.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding International Coffee Organization (ICO).

• International Coffee Organization (ICO) is a United Nations body that aims to strengthen the coffee sector and promote sustainable growth for the Global Coffee Value Chain.

• It is the sole intergovernmental coffee organization, uniting exporting and importing governments.

• The World Coffee Conference (WCC) is organised annually in India by the International Coffee Organization (ICO).

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

The 5th World Coffee Conference (WCC) was held in Bengaluru, and organized by the International Coffee Organization (ICO), a UN body focused on highlighting the economic importance of coffee.

ICO (established in 1963, under the UN; HQ: London) serves as the only intergovernmental organization for coffee. It administers the International Coffee Agreement (ICA), an important instrument for development cooperation. Aims to strengthen the coffee sector and promote sustainable growth for the Global Coffee Value Chain (G-CVC). It is the sole intergovernmental coffee organization, uniting exporting and importing governments. As 2 February 2022, its membership comprises 42 producing members and 7 importing members.

Solution: b)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements. Strait of Gibraltar can be accessed through a narrow passage via Ukraine. Romania, Poland and Belarus share land boundary with Ukraine. Ukraine is bordered by both Black Sea and Mediterranean Sea. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Only Statement 2 is correct. Ukraine is bordered by Russia to the east and northeast, Belarus to the northwest, Poland and Slovakia to the west, Hungary, Romania, and Moldova to the southwest, and the Black Sea and Sea of Azov to the south and southeast, respectively. Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Peninsular Spain in Europe from Morocco and Ceuta (Spain) in Africa. It is far away from Ukraine. Incorrect Solution: b) Only Statement 2 is correct. Ukraine is bordered by Russia to the east and northeast, Belarus to the northwest, Poland and Slovakia to the west, Hungary, Romania, and Moldova to the southwest, and the Black Sea and Sea of Azov to the south and southeast, respectively. Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Peninsular Spain in Europe from Morocco and Ceuta (Spain) in Africa. It is far away from Ukraine.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements.

• Strait of Gibraltar can be accessed through a narrow passage via Ukraine.

• Romania, Poland and Belarus share land boundary with Ukraine.

• Ukraine is bordered by both Black Sea and Mediterranean Sea.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Only Statement 2 is correct.

Ukraine is bordered by Russia to the east and northeast, Belarus to the northwest, Poland and Slovakia to the west, Hungary, Romania, and Moldova to the southwest, and the Black Sea and Sea of Azov to the south and southeast, respectively.

Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Peninsular Spain in Europe from Morocco and Ceuta (Spain) in Africa. It is far away from Ukraine.

Solution: b)

Only Statement 2 is correct.

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