UPSC Editorials Quiz : 25 February 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding Genetic screening. Genetic screening is a tool used to identify individuals at higher risk for developing certain disorders or carrying specific genes for these disorders. It offers insights into personal traits like food allergies, vitamin and mineral needs of a person. Genetic screening can help in increasing the performance of athletes. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: C Athletes worldwide are increasingly turning to genetic screening to enhance their performance. This emerging science offers valuable insights into personal traits like food allergies, vitamin and mineral needs, and other physiological factors. The Board of Control for Cricket in India has been using genetic tests since 2017 to improve players’ physical capabilities, including speed, endurance, recovery time, and muscle-building. Genetic screening is a tool used to identify individuals at higher risk for developing certain disorders or carrying specific genes for these disorders. It involves testing genetic material—chromosomes, genes, or proteins—to detect changes that might increase disease risk. By identifying altered genes, genetic screening helps determine risk and offers preventive measures and early treatment options. Incorrect Solution: C Athletes worldwide are increasingly turning to genetic screening to enhance their performance. This emerging science offers valuable insights into personal traits like food allergies, vitamin and mineral needs, and other physiological factors. The Board of Control for Cricket in India has been using genetic tests since 2017 to improve players’ physical capabilities, including speed, endurance, recovery time, and muscle-building. Genetic screening is a tool used to identify individuals at higher risk for developing certain disorders or carrying specific genes for these disorders. It involves testing genetic material—chromosomes, genes, or proteins—to detect changes that might increase disease risk. By identifying altered genes, genetic screening helps determine risk and offers preventive measures and early treatment options.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Genetic screening.

• Genetic screening is a tool used to identify individuals at higher risk for developing certain disorders or carrying specific genes for these disorders.

• It offers insights into personal traits like food allergies, vitamin and mineral needs of a person.

• Genetic screening can help in increasing the performance of athletes.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: C

Athletes worldwide are increasingly turning to genetic screening to enhance their performance.

• This emerging science offers valuable insights into personal traits like food allergies, vitamin and mineral needs, and other physiological factors.

• The Board of Control for Cricket in India has been using genetic tests since 2017 to improve players’ physical capabilities, including speed, endurance, recovery time, and muscle-building.

• Genetic screening is a tool used to identify individuals at higher risk for developing certain disorders or carrying specific genes for these disorders.

• It involves testing genetic material—chromosomes, genes, or proteins—to detect changes that might increase disease risk.

• By identifying altered genes, genetic screening helps determine risk and offers preventive measures and early treatment options.

Solution: C

Athletes worldwide are increasingly turning to genetic screening to enhance their performance.

• This emerging science offers valuable insights into personal traits like food allergies, vitamin and mineral needs, and other physiological factors.

• The Board of Control for Cricket in India has been using genetic tests since 2017 to improve players’ physical capabilities, including speed, endurance, recovery time, and muscle-building.

• Genetic screening is a tool used to identify individuals at higher risk for developing certain disorders or carrying specific genes for these disorders.

• It involves testing genetic material—chromosomes, genes, or proteins—to detect changes that might increase disease risk.

• By identifying altered genes, genetic screening helps determine risk and offers preventive measures and early treatment options.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements. Grasslands and savannahs cover nearly 10% of the Earth’s landmass. Woody encroachment is the phenomenon where there is increased tree cover in areas like savannahs and grasslands. Higher atmospheric CO2 levels due to climate change majorly inhibit the growth of deep-rooted woody plants. 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. India’s open ecosystems, such as savannahs and grasslands, face an unusual threat from increased tree cover, a phenomenon known as woody encroachment. This encroachment, driven by human activities that disrupt the natural disturbance regimes (like grazing and fire), is changing these ecosystems and threatening their biodiversity. A study highlighted that increased tree cover in areas like the African savannah has significantly reduced native grassland bird populations by more than 20%. Grasslands and savannahs, covering nearly 40% of the Earth’s landmass, are home to many endemic and at-risk species. However, threats like conversion to agriculture, large-scale development projects, and overgrazing are contributing to their decline, with trees now emerging as a significant threat. Higher atmospheric CO2 levels due to climate change promote the growth of deep-rooted woody plants, exacerbating the problem. Incorrect Solution: B Only Statement 2 is correct. India’s open ecosystems, such as savannahs and grasslands, face an unusual threat from increased tree cover, a phenomenon known as woody encroachment. This encroachment, driven by human activities that disrupt the natural disturbance regimes (like grazing and fire), is changing these ecosystems and threatening their biodiversity. A study highlighted that increased tree cover in areas like the African savannah has significantly reduced native grassland bird populations by more than 20%. Grasslands and savannahs, covering nearly 40% of the Earth’s landmass, are home to many endemic and at-risk species. However, threats like conversion to agriculture, large-scale development projects, and overgrazing are contributing to their decline, with trees now emerging as a significant threat. Higher atmospheric CO2 levels due to climate change promote the growth of deep-rooted woody plants, exacerbating the problem.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements.

• Grasslands and savannahs cover nearly 10% of the Earth’s landmass.

• Woody encroachment is the phenomenon where there is increased tree cover in areas like savannahs and grasslands.

• Higher atmospheric CO2 levels due to climate change majorly inhibit the growth of deep-rooted woody plants.

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.

India’s open ecosystems, such as savannahs and grasslands, face an unusual threat from increased tree cover, a phenomenon known as woody encroachment.

• This encroachment, driven by human activities that disrupt the natural disturbance regimes (like grazing and fire), is changing these ecosystems and threatening their biodiversity.

• A study highlighted that increased tree cover in areas like the African savannah has significantly reduced native grassland bird populations by more than 20%.

• Grasslands and savannahs, covering nearly 40% of the Earth’s landmass, are home to many endemic and at-risk species.

• However, threats like conversion to agriculture, large-scale development projects, and overgrazing are contributing to their decline, with trees now emerging as a significant threat.

• Higher atmospheric CO2 levels due to climate change promote the growth of deep-rooted woody plants, exacerbating the problem.

Solution: B

Only Statement 2 is correct.

India’s open ecosystems, such as savannahs and grasslands, face an unusual threat from increased tree cover, a phenomenon known as woody encroachment.

• This encroachment, driven by human activities that disrupt the natural disturbance regimes (like grazing and fire), is changing these ecosystems and threatening their biodiversity.

• A study highlighted that increased tree cover in areas like the African savannah has significantly reduced native grassland bird populations by more than 20%.

• Grasslands and savannahs, covering nearly 40% of the Earth’s landmass, are home to many endemic and at-risk species.

• However, threats like conversion to agriculture, large-scale development projects, and overgrazing are contributing to their decline, with trees now emerging as a significant threat.

• Higher atmospheric CO2 levels due to climate change promote the growth of deep-rooted woody plants, exacerbating the problem.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding Middle-Income Trap. Middle-income trap is a situation where a middle-income country struggles to become a high-income economy, mainly due to declining costs and rising competitiveness. Since 1990, more than 100 middle-income countries (MICs) have transitioned to high-income status. Rising Income Inequality is one of the factors for countries falling into the Middle-Income Trap. Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: A The World Bank defines the middle-income trap as a situation where a middle-income country struggles to become a high-income economy due to rising costs and declining competitiveness. There are concerns that India may fall into this trap, potentially stalling at a per capita income of USD 5,000-6,000 on its path to becoming a developed economy. Key Highlights of the Report: Wealthy countries often hit a growth slowdown at around $8,000 per capita (10% of U.S. GDP per person). Since 1990, only 34 middle-income countries (MICs) have transitioned to high-income status. As of end-2023, 108 MICs host 75% of the global population and generate over 40% of global GDP. Challenges for MICs include ageing populations, rising protectionism, and the need for faster energy transitions. Why Countries Fall into the Middle-Income Trap Struggles of Developing Countries: Middle-income nations often lag due to competition with low-wage producers and lack of innovation, stalling growth. Structural Shift: Transitioning sectors or growth drivers risk stagnation in per capita income, especially if innovation capabilities are lacking. Rising Income Inequality: High-income inequality, exemplified by large wealth gaps, restricts consumer spending and economic progress. Incorrect Solution: A The World Bank defines the middle-income trap as a situation where a middle-income country struggles to become a high-income economy due to rising costs and declining competitiveness. There are concerns that India may fall into this trap, potentially stalling at a per capita income of USD 5,000-6,000 on its path to becoming a developed economy. Key Highlights of the Report: Wealthy countries often hit a growth slowdown at around $8,000 per capita (10% of U.S. GDP per person). Since 1990, only 34 middle-income countries (MICs) have transitioned to high-income status. As of end-2023, 108 MICs host 75% of the global population and generate over 40% of global GDP. Challenges for MICs include ageing populations, rising protectionism, and the need for faster energy transitions. Why Countries Fall into the Middle-Income Trap Struggles of Developing Countries: Middle-income nations often lag due to competition with low-wage producers and lack of innovation, stalling growth. Structural Shift: Transitioning sectors or growth drivers risk stagnation in per capita income, especially if innovation capabilities are lacking. Rising Income Inequality: High-income inequality, exemplified by large wealth gaps, restricts consumer spending and economic progress.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Middle-Income Trap.

• Middle-income trap is a situation where a middle-income country struggles to become a high-income economy, mainly due to declining costs and rising competitiveness.

• Since 1990, more than 100 middle-income countries (MICs) have transitioned to high-income status.

• Rising Income Inequality is one of the factors for countries falling into the Middle-Income Trap.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) 3 only

• (b) 1 and 3 only

• (c) 2 and 3 only

• (d) 1, 2 and 3

Solution: A

The World Bank defines the middle-income trap as a situation where a middle-income country struggles to become a high-income economy due to rising costs and declining competitiveness. There are concerns that India may fall into this trap, potentially stalling at a per capita income of USD 5,000-6,000 on its path to becoming a developed economy.

Key Highlights of the Report:

• Wealthy countries often hit a growth slowdown at around $8,000 per capita (10% of U.S. GDP per person).

• Since 1990, only 34 middle-income countries (MICs) have transitioned to high-income status.

• As of end-2023, 108 MICs host 75% of the global population and generate over 40% of global GDP.

• Challenges for MICs include ageing populations, rising protectionism, and the need for faster energy transitions.

Why Countries Fall into the Middle-Income Trap

• Struggles of Developing Countries: Middle-income nations often lag due to competition with low-wage producers and lack of innovation, stalling growth.

• Structural Shift: Transitioning sectors or growth drivers risk stagnation in per capita income, especially if innovation capabilities are lacking.

• Rising Income Inequality: High-income inequality, exemplified by large wealth gaps, restricts consumer spending and economic progress.

Solution: A

The World Bank defines the middle-income trap as a situation where a middle-income country struggles to become a high-income economy due to rising costs and declining competitiveness. There are concerns that India may fall into this trap, potentially stalling at a per capita income of USD 5,000-6,000 on its path to becoming a developed economy.

Key Highlights of the Report:

• Wealthy countries often hit a growth slowdown at around $8,000 per capita (10% of U.S. GDP per person).

• Since 1990, only 34 middle-income countries (MICs) have transitioned to high-income status.

• As of end-2023, 108 MICs host 75% of the global population and generate over 40% of global GDP.

• Challenges for MICs include ageing populations, rising protectionism, and the need for faster energy transitions.

Why Countries Fall into the Middle-Income Trap

• Struggles of Developing Countries: Middle-income nations often lag due to competition with low-wage producers and lack of innovation, stalling growth.

• Structural Shift: Transitioning sectors or growth drivers risk stagnation in per capita income, especially if innovation capabilities are lacking.

• Rising Income Inequality: High-income inequality, exemplified by large wealth gaps, restricts consumer spending and economic progress.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding Sea Weeds. It is the common name for countless species of marine plants and algae. Sea weeds does not grow in flowing waters like rivers and streams. Seaweed cultivation is not part of aquaculture in India. Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: A Seaweeds are various types of marine plants and macroalgae found in water bodies like rivers and lakes. Seaweed cultivation is part of aquaculture, with the fishing and aquaculture sector contributing 1.5% to India’s GDP. Seaweed is chock-full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Incorrect Solution: A Seaweeds are various types of marine plants and macroalgae found in water bodies like rivers and lakes. Seaweed cultivation is part of aquaculture, with the fishing and aquaculture sector contributing 1.5% to India’s GDP. Seaweed is chock-full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Sea Weeds.

• It is the common name for countless species of marine plants and algae.

• Sea weeds does not grow in flowing waters like rivers and streams.

• Seaweed cultivation is not part of aquaculture in India.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) 1 only

• (b) 1 and 3 only

• (c) 2 and 3 only

• (d) 1, 2 and 3

Solution: A

Seaweeds are various types of marine plants and macroalgae found in water bodies like rivers and lakes. Seaweed cultivation is part of aquaculture, with the fishing and aquaculture sector contributing 1.5% to India’s GDP.

Seaweed is chock-full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

Solution: A

Seaweeds are various types of marine plants and macroalgae found in water bodies like rivers and lakes. Seaweed cultivation is part of aquaculture, with the fishing and aquaculture sector contributing 1.5% to India’s GDP.

Seaweed is chock-full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding World Trade Organization (WTO). World Trade Organization (WTO) is a member-driven, consensus-based intergovernmental organisation. It officially began operations on January 1, 1995, in accordance with the 1994 Marrakesh Agreement. Governments use the organization to establish, revise, and enforce the rules that govern international trade in cooperation with the United Nations System. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: C World Trade Organization (WTO) is a member-driven, consensus-based intergovernmental organisation that regulates and facilitates international trade between nations. It officially began operations on January 1, 1995, in accordance with the 1994 Marrakesh Agreement. WTO’s Agreement on TRIPS promotes IP rights enforcement. Governments use the organization to establish, revise, and enforce the rules that govern international trade in cooperation with the United Nations System. Incorrect Solution: C World Trade Organization (WTO) is a member-driven, consensus-based intergovernmental organisation that regulates and facilitates international trade between nations. It officially began operations on January 1, 1995, in accordance with the 1994 Marrakesh Agreement. WTO’s Agreement on TRIPS promotes IP rights enforcement. Governments use the organization to establish, revise, and enforce the rules that govern international trade in cooperation with the United Nations System.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding World Trade Organization (WTO).

• World Trade Organization (WTO) is a member-driven, consensus-based intergovernmental organisation.

• It officially began operations on January 1, 1995, in accordance with the 1994 Marrakesh Agreement.

• Governments use the organization to establish, revise, and enforce the rules that govern international trade in cooperation with the United Nations System.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: C

World Trade Organization (WTO) is a member-driven, consensus-based intergovernmental organisation that regulates and facilitates international trade between nations. It officially began operations on January 1, 1995, in accordance with the 1994 Marrakesh Agreement.

WTO’s Agreement on TRIPS promotes IP rights enforcement.

Governments use the organization to establish, revise, and enforce the rules that govern international trade in cooperation with the United Nations System.

Solution: C

World Trade Organization (WTO) is a member-driven, consensus-based intergovernmental organisation that regulates and facilitates international trade between nations. It officially began operations on January 1, 1995, in accordance with the 1994 Marrakesh Agreement.

WTO’s Agreement on TRIPS promotes IP rights enforcement.

Governments use the organization to establish, revise, and enforce the rules that govern international trade in cooperation with the United Nations System.

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