UPSC Editorials Quiz : 23 October 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements about the Mekong River: The Mekong River is the longest river in Asia. The Mekong River originates from the Tibetan Plateau and flows into the Bay of Bengal. The entire length of the Mekong River is navigable year-round for large vessels. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: d) Statement 1 is incorrect because the Mekong is Asia’s third-longest river, not the longest (the Yangtze River is the longest in Asia). Statement 2 is incorrect because the Mekong River flows into the South China Sea, not the Bay of Bengal. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Mekong River is not navigable year-round for large vessels due to its natural barriers and seasonal changes. Incorrect Solution: d) Statement 1 is incorrect because the Mekong is Asia’s third-longest river, not the longest (the Yangtze River is the longest in Asia). Statement 2 is incorrect because the Mekong River flows into the South China Sea, not the Bay of Bengal. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Mekong River is not navigable year-round for large vessels due to its natural barriers and seasonal changes.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements about the Mekong River:

• The Mekong River is the longest river in Asia.

• The Mekong River originates from the Tibetan Plateau and flows into the Bay of Bengal.

• The entire length of the Mekong River is navigable year-round for large vessels.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: d)

Statement 1 is incorrect because the Mekong is Asia’s third-longest river, not the longest (the Yangtze River is the longest in Asia).

Statement 2 is incorrect because the Mekong River flows into the South China Sea, not the Bay of Bengal.

Statement 3 is incorrect because the Mekong River is not navigable year-round for large vessels due to its natural barriers and seasonal changes.

Solution: d)

Statement 1 is incorrect because the Mekong is Asia’s third-longest river, not the longest (the Yangtze River is the longest in Asia).

Statement 2 is incorrect because the Mekong River flows into the South China Sea, not the Bay of Bengal.

Statement 3 is incorrect because the Mekong River is not navigable year-round for large vessels due to its natural barriers and seasonal changes.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements about the Citizenship Act, 1955 and Section 6A of the Act: The Citizenship Act, 1955 bars illegal immigrants from obtaining citizenship in India. Section 6A was inserted to address the specific demographic challenges in Assam post-1971 due to illegal migration. Citizenship in India is governed under Part II of the Indian Constitution, and matters of citizenship fall under the Union List. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: c) Statement 1 is correct because the Citizenship Act, 1955 explicitly bars illegal immigrants—those entering without valid documents or overstaying beyond the permitted period—from obtaining citizenship. Statement 2 is correct, as Section 6A was introduced after the Assam Accord in 1985 to manage the issue of large-scale illegal migration into Assam post the Bangladesh Liberation War. Statement 3 is correct because citizenship is dealt with under Part II of the Constitution, and related matters fall under the Union List, which is managed by the central government. Incorrect Solution: c) Statement 1 is correct because the Citizenship Act, 1955 explicitly bars illegal immigrants—those entering without valid documents or overstaying beyond the permitted period—from obtaining citizenship. Statement 2 is correct, as Section 6A was introduced after the Assam Accord in 1985 to manage the issue of large-scale illegal migration into Assam post the Bangladesh Liberation War. Statement 3 is correct because citizenship is dealt with under Part II of the Constitution, and related matters fall under the Union List, which is managed by the central government.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements about the Citizenship Act, 1955 and Section 6A of the Act:

• The Citizenship Act, 1955 bars illegal immigrants from obtaining citizenship in India.

• Section 6A was inserted to address the specific demographic challenges in Assam post-1971 due to illegal migration.

• Citizenship in India is governed under Part II of the Indian Constitution, and matters of citizenship fall under the Union List.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: c)

Statement 1 is correct because the Citizenship Act, 1955 explicitly bars illegal immigrants—those entering without valid documents or overstaying beyond the permitted period—from obtaining citizenship.

Statement 2 is correct, as Section 6A was introduced after the Assam Accord in 1985 to manage the issue of large-scale illegal migration into Assam post the Bangladesh Liberation War.

Statement 3 is correct because citizenship is dealt with under Part II of the Constitution, and related matters fall under the Union List, which is managed by the central government.

Solution: c)

Statement 2 is correct, as Section 6A was introduced after the Assam Accord in 1985 to manage the issue of large-scale illegal migration into Assam post the Bangladesh Liberation War.

Statement 3 is correct because citizenship is dealt with under Part II of the Constitution, and related matters fall under the Union List, which is managed by the central government.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding the criteria for appointment of the Chief Justice of India (CJI): The CJI can be appointed based on a rotation policy from different regional Supreme Court benches. Merit and integrity are considered alongside seniority in CJI appointments. The CJI is selected by a committee of sitting Supreme Court judges and then recommended to the President. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect because there is no rotation policy for appointing the CJI based on regional Supreme Court benches. The appointment is based primarily on seniority and the outgoing CJI’s recommendation. Statement 2 is correct, as factors like merit and integrity, along with seniority, are considered when making the recommendation. This was evident in past appointments where the consideration of these factors led to certain judges being recommended or passed over. Statement 3 is incorrect because the selection of the CJI is not made by a committee of Supreme Court judges. Instead, the outgoing CJI recommends the senior-most judge to the President, following established conventions. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect because there is no rotation policy for appointing the CJI based on regional Supreme Court benches. The appointment is based primarily on seniority and the outgoing CJI’s recommendation. Statement 2 is correct, as factors like merit and integrity, along with seniority, are considered when making the recommendation. This was evident in past appointments where the consideration of these factors led to certain judges being recommended or passed over. Statement 3 is incorrect because the selection of the CJI is not made by a committee of Supreme Court judges. Instead, the outgoing CJI recommends the senior-most judge to the President, following established conventions.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the criteria for appointment of the Chief Justice of India (CJI):

• The CJI can be appointed based on a rotation policy from different regional Supreme Court benches.

• Merit and integrity are considered alongside seniority in CJI appointments.

• The CJI is selected by a committee of sitting Supreme Court judges and then recommended to the President.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is incorrect because there is no rotation policy for appointing the CJI based on regional Supreme Court benches. The appointment is based primarily on seniority and the outgoing CJI’s recommendation.

Statement 2 is correct, as factors like merit and integrity, along with seniority, are considered when making the recommendation. This was evident in past appointments where the consideration of these factors led to certain judges being recommended or passed over.

Statement 3 is incorrect because the selection of the CJI is not made by a committee of Supreme Court judges. Instead, the outgoing CJI recommends the senior-most judge to the President, following established conventions.

Solution: a)

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Which of the following is not a key objective of Mission Mausam? a) Expanding India’s weather observation network b) Enhancing artificial intelligence in agricultural practices b) Enhancing artificial intelligence in agricultural practices d) Improving weather forecasting models through machine-learning integration Correct Solution: b) The primary objectives of Mission Mausam include expanding the weather observation network, improving forecasting models, and investigating weather modification techniques. Although artificial intelligence (AI) plays a role in improving forecasting models, the mission does not specifically focus on enhancing AI in agricultural practices. The mission targets weather-related challenges and their mitigation through technological advancement in forecasting and observation. Incorrect Solution: b) The primary objectives of Mission Mausam include expanding the weather observation network, improving forecasting models, and investigating weather modification techniques. Although artificial intelligence (AI) plays a role in improving forecasting models, the mission does not specifically focus on enhancing AI in agricultural practices. The mission targets weather-related challenges and their mitigation through technological advancement in forecasting and observation.

#### 4. Question

Which of the following is not a key objective of Mission Mausam?

• a) Expanding India’s weather observation network

• b) Enhancing artificial intelligence in agricultural practices

• d) Improving weather forecasting models through machine-learning integration

Solution: b)

The primary objectives of Mission Mausam include expanding the weather observation network, improving forecasting models, and investigating weather modification techniques. Although artificial intelligence (AI) plays a role in improving forecasting models, the mission does not specifically focus on enhancing AI in agricultural practices. The mission targets weather-related challenges and their mitigation through technological advancement in forecasting and observation.

Solution: b)

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Which of the following is not a limitation of India’s current Doppler Weather Radar (DWR) coverage? a) Limited coverage of the western coast, despite increasing cyclone activity in the Arabian Sea b) Inability to provide forecasts for key cities like Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Jodhpur c) Lack of short-term forecasting capabilities for extreme rainfall events d) Insufficient number of radars in urban centres with high flood risks Correct Solution: c) India’s Doppler Weather Radars (DWRs) are specifically designed to provide short-term forecasts ranging from minutes to a few hours, particularly for extreme rainfall events. However, limited radar coverage on the western coast and the absence of radars in key cities like Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Jodhpur remain major challenges. The country also faces insufficient radar coverage in flood-prone urban centres. Incorrect Solution: c) India’s Doppler Weather Radars (DWRs) are specifically designed to provide short-term forecasts ranging from minutes to a few hours, particularly for extreme rainfall events. However, limited radar coverage on the western coast and the absence of radars in key cities like Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Jodhpur remain major challenges. The country also faces insufficient radar coverage in flood-prone urban centres.

#### 5. Question

Which of the following is not a limitation of India’s current Doppler Weather Radar (DWR) coverage?

• a) Limited coverage of the western coast, despite increasing cyclone activity in the Arabian Sea

• b) Inability to provide forecasts for key cities like Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Jodhpur

• c) Lack of short-term forecasting capabilities for extreme rainfall events

• d) Insufficient number of radars in urban centres with high flood risks

Solution: c)

India’s Doppler Weather Radars (DWRs) are specifically designed to provide short-term forecasts ranging from minutes to a few hours, particularly for extreme rainfall events. However, limited radar coverage on the western coast and the absence of radars in key cities like Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Jodhpur remain major challenges. The country also faces insufficient radar coverage in flood-prone urban centres.

Solution: c)

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