UPSC Editorials Quiz : 24 January 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding Nano-MIND technology. The technology enables the selective activation of targeted brain circuits, surpassing current brain manipulation methods. The technology uses magnetic fields and magnetized nanoparticles. The technology can help in creating new treatments for neurological disorders. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: d) In a ground-breaking experiment, researchers at the Center for Nanomedicine at the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) and Yonsei University in South Korea have demonstrated the ability to control specific brain regions in mice using magnetic fields. This innovation, called Nano-MIND (Magnetogenetic Interface for NeuroDynamics) technology, uses magnetic fields and magnetized nanoparticles to wirelessly and precisely modulate specific deep brain neural circuits. The technology enables the selective activation of targeted brain circuits, surpassing current brain manipulation methods. The potential applications of Nano-MIND in understanding brain functions, developing sophisticated artificial neural networks, advancing brain-computer interface (BCI) technologies, and creating new treatments for neurological disorders. This advancement in neuroscience could revolutionize research and treatment methodologies for brain-related conditions by providing a more precise and less invasive approach. Incorrect Solution: d) In a ground-breaking experiment, researchers at the Center for Nanomedicine at the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) and Yonsei University in South Korea have demonstrated the ability to control specific brain regions in mice using magnetic fields. This innovation, called Nano-MIND (Magnetogenetic Interface for NeuroDynamics) technology, uses magnetic fields and magnetized nanoparticles to wirelessly and precisely modulate specific deep brain neural circuits. The technology enables the selective activation of targeted brain circuits, surpassing current brain manipulation methods. The potential applications of Nano-MIND in understanding brain functions, developing sophisticated artificial neural networks, advancing brain-computer interface (BCI) technologies, and creating new treatments for neurological disorders. This advancement in neuroscience could revolutionize research and treatment methodologies for brain-related conditions by providing a more precise and less invasive approach.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Nano-MIND technology.

• The technology enables the selective activation of targeted brain circuits, surpassing current brain manipulation methods.

• The technology uses magnetic fields and magnetized nanoparticles.

• The technology can help in creating new treatments for neurological disorders.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) 1 and 2 only

• b) 1 and 3 only

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2 and 3

Solution: d)

• In a ground-breaking experiment, researchers at the Center for Nanomedicine at the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) and Yonsei University in South Korea have demonstrated the ability to control specific brain regions in mice using magnetic fields.

• This innovation, called Nano-MIND (Magnetogenetic Interface for NeuroDynamics) technology, uses magnetic fields and magnetized nanoparticles to wirelessly and precisely modulate specific deep brain neural circuits.

• The technology enables the selective activation of targeted brain circuits, surpassing current brain manipulation methods.

• The potential applications of Nano-MIND in understanding brain functions, developing sophisticated artificial neural networks, advancing brain-computer interface (BCI) technologies, and creating new treatments for neurological disorders.

• This advancement in neuroscience could revolutionize research and treatment methodologies for brain-related conditions by providing a more precise and less invasive approach.

Solution: d)

• The technology enables the selective activation of targeted brain circuits, surpassing current brain manipulation methods.

• This advancement in neuroscience could revolutionize research and treatment methodologies for brain-related conditions by providing a more precise and less invasive approach.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question In which of the following cases, the Supreme Court established the ‘creamy layer’ concept for Other Backward Classes (OBCs)? a) A.K Gopalan vs. State of Madras case b) EV Chinnaiah case c) State of Punjab v. Davinder Singh case d) Indra Sawhney Case Correct Solution: d) Indra Sawhney Case (1992): Established the ‘creamy layer’ concept for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) to ensure benefits reach the most disadvantaged. Incorrect Solution: d) Indra Sawhney Case (1992): Established the ‘creamy layer’ concept for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) to ensure benefits reach the most disadvantaged.

#### 2. Question

In which of the following cases, the Supreme Court established the ‘creamy layer’ concept for Other Backward Classes (OBCs)?

• a) A.K Gopalan vs. State of Madras case

• b) EV Chinnaiah case

• c) State of Punjab v. Davinder Singh case

• d) Indra Sawhney Case

Solution: d)

Indra Sawhney Case (1992): Established the ‘creamy layer’ concept for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) to ensure benefits reach the most disadvantaged.

Solution: d)

Indra Sawhney Case (1992): Established the ‘creamy layer’ concept for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) to ensure benefits reach the most disadvantaged.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding the Articles of Indian Constitution. Article 15: empowers states to create special arrangements for socially and educationally backward classes like SCs and STs. Article 16: Allows States to make provisions for reservation in promotion if SCs and STs are underrepresented in state services. Article 341: Empowers the President to specify the Scheduled Tribes (STs) in various states and union territories through a public notification. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) Statement 3 is incorrect. States have the authority to provide reservation benefits to SCs and STs under Articles 15(4) and 16(4), and Articles 341(1) and 342(1). Article 15(4) empowers states to create special arrangements for socially and educationally backward classes like SCs and STs. Article 16(4) allows States to make provisions for reservation in promotion if SCs and STs are underrepresented in state services. Article 341 in Constitution of India (1) The President may with respect to any State or Union territory, and where it is a State after consultation with the Governor thereof, by public notification, specify the castes, races or tribes or parts of or group within castes, races or tribes which shall for the purposes of this Constitution be deemed to be Scheduled Castes in relation to that State or Union territory, as the case may be. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 3 is incorrect. States have the authority to provide reservation benefits to SCs and STs under Articles 15(4) and 16(4), and Articles 341(1) and 342(1). Article 15(4) empowers states to create special arrangements for socially and educationally backward classes like SCs and STs. Article 16(4) allows States to make provisions for reservation in promotion if SCs and STs are underrepresented in state services. Article 341 in Constitution of India (1) The President may with respect to any State or Union territory, and where it is a State after consultation with the Governor thereof, by public notification, specify the castes, races or tribes or parts of or group within castes, races or tribes which shall for the purposes of this Constitution be deemed to be Scheduled Castes in relation to that State or Union territory, as the case may be.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Articles of Indian Constitution.

• Article 15: empowers states to create special arrangements for socially and educationally backward classes like SCs and STs.

• Article 16: Allows States to make provisions for reservation in promotion if SCs and STs are underrepresented in state services.

• Article 341: Empowers the President to specify the Scheduled Tribes (STs) in various states and union territories through a public notification.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

States have the authority to provide reservation benefits to SCs and STs under Articles 15(4) and 16(4), and Articles 341(1) and 342(1).

• Article 15(4) empowers states to create special arrangements for socially and educationally backward classes like SCs and STs.

• Article 16(4) allows States to make provisions for reservation in promotion if SCs and STs are underrepresented in state services.

Article 341 in Constitution of India

(1) The President may with respect to any State or Union territory, and where it is a State after consultation with the Governor thereof, by public notification, specify the castes, races or tribes or parts of or group within castes, races or tribes which shall for the purposes of this Constitution be deemed to be Scheduled Castes in relation to that State or Union territory, as the case may be.

Solution: a)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

States have the authority to provide reservation benefits to SCs and STs under Articles 15(4) and 16(4), and Articles 341(1) and 342(1).

• Article 15(4) empowers states to create special arrangements for socially and educationally backward classes like SCs and STs.

• Article 16(4) allows States to make provisions for reservation in promotion if SCs and STs are underrepresented in state services.

Article 341 in Constitution of India

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements. The Food Corporation of India (FCI) sells surplus stocks of wheat and rice through e-auctions in the open market to enhance food grain supply. The auctions under Open Market Sale Scheme (OMSS) are conducted on the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange Limited (NCDEX) platform. The food grain-deficient states cannot directly purchase rice from the Food Corporation of India (FCI) without participating in e-auctions. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1 and 2 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: b) The government had announced that grain-deficient states can directly purchase rice from the Food Corporation of India (FCI) under the Open Market Sale Scheme (Domestic) (OMSS [D]) for ₹2,800 per quintal without participating in e-auctions, effective August 1. This move aims to reduce surplus stocks before the new procurement season. About the Open Market Sale Scheme: The Food Corporation of India (FCI)sells surplus stocks of wheat and rice through e-auctions in the open market to enhance food grain supply and regulate wheat prices. These auctions are part of the Open Market Sale Scheme (OMSS),conducted weekly on the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange Limited (NCDEX) platform, which facilitates trading in various agricultural and other commodities in India. Incorrect Solution: b) The government had announced that grain-deficient states can directly purchase rice from the Food Corporation of India (FCI) under the Open Market Sale Scheme (Domestic) (OMSS [D]) for ₹2,800 per quintal without participating in e-auctions, effective August 1. This move aims to reduce surplus stocks before the new procurement season. About the Open Market Sale Scheme: The Food Corporation of India (FCI)sells surplus stocks of wheat and rice through e-auctions in the open market to enhance food grain supply and regulate wheat prices. These auctions are part of the Open Market Sale Scheme (OMSS),conducted weekly on the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange Limited (NCDEX) platform, which facilitates trading in various agricultural and other commodities in India.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements.

• The Food Corporation of India (FCI) sells surplus stocks of wheat and rice through e-auctions in the open market to enhance food grain supply.

• The auctions under Open Market Sale Scheme (OMSS) are conducted on the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange Limited (NCDEX) platform.

• The food grain-deficient states cannot directly purchase rice from the Food Corporation of India (FCI) without participating in e-auctions.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• b) 1 and 2 only

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2 and 3

Solution: b)

The government had announced that grain-deficient states can directly purchase rice from the Food Corporation of India (FCI) under the Open Market Sale Scheme (Domestic) (OMSS [D]) for ₹2,800 per quintal without participating in e-auctions, effective August 1.

• This move aims to reduce surplus stocks before the new procurement season.

About the Open Market Sale Scheme:

• The Food Corporation of India (FCI)sells surplus stocks of wheat and rice through e-auctions in the open market to enhance food grain supply and regulate wheat prices.

• These auctions are part of the Open Market Sale Scheme (OMSS),conducted weekly on the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange Limited (NCDEX) platform, which facilitates trading in various agricultural and other commodities in India.

Solution: b)

• This move aims to reduce surplus stocks before the new procurement season.

About the Open Market Sale Scheme:

• The Food Corporation of India (FCI)sells surplus stocks of wheat and rice through e-auctions in the open market to enhance food grain supply and regulate wheat prices.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Which of the following are the objectives of Food Corporation of India (FCI). Effective price support operations for safeguarding the interests of the farmers. Distribution of food grains throughout the country for public distribution system. Maintaining a satisfactory level of operational and buffer stocks of foodgrains to ensure National Food Security. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: d) The Food Corporation of India was setup under the Food Corporation’s Act 1964, in order to fulfill following objectives of the Food Policy: Effective price support operations for safeguarding the interests of the farmers, distribution of foodgrains throughout the country for public distribution system and maintaining satisfactory level of operational and buffer stocks of foodgrains to ensure national food security. Since its inception, FCI has played a significant role in India’s success in transforming the crisis management-oriented food security into a stable security system. Incorrect Solution: d) The Food Corporation of India was setup under the Food Corporation’s Act 1964, in order to fulfill following objectives of the Food Policy: Effective price support operations for safeguarding the interests of the farmers, distribution of foodgrains throughout the country for public distribution system and maintaining satisfactory level of operational and buffer stocks of foodgrains to ensure national food security. Since its inception, FCI has played a significant role in India’s success in transforming the crisis management-oriented food security into a stable security system.

#### 5. Question

Which of the following are the objectives of Food Corporation of India (FCI).

• Effective price support operations for safeguarding the interests of the farmers.

• Distribution of food grains throughout the country for public distribution system.

• Maintaining a satisfactory level of operational and buffer stocks of foodgrains to ensure National Food Security.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: d)

The Food Corporation of India was setup under the Food Corporation’s Act 1964, in order to fulfill following objectives of the Food Policy: Effective price support operations for safeguarding the interests of the farmers, distribution of foodgrains throughout the country for public distribution system and maintaining satisfactory level of operational and buffer stocks of foodgrains to ensure national food security.

Since its inception, FCI has played a significant role in India’s success in transforming the crisis management-oriented food security into a stable security system.

Solution: d)

Since its inception, FCI has played a significant role in India’s success in transforming the crisis management-oriented food security into a stable security system.

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