UPSC Editorials Quiz : 25 September 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question One of the innovative proposals under Mission Mausam is to set up a cloud-simulation chamber. What is the primary purpose of this chamber? a) To study ancient cloud formations for better archaeological understanding b) To model rain clouds and test weather interventions like cloud seeding c) To simulate global warming scenarios in tropical climates d) To improve satellite-based climate monitoring technologies Correct Solution: b) The cloud-simulation chamber proposed under Mission Mausam will help model rain clouds and test various weather interventions, including cloud seeding, with the aim of controlling rainfall and reducing the occurrence of lightning strikes. Source Incorrect Solution: b) The cloud-simulation chamber proposed under Mission Mausam will help model rain clouds and test various weather interventions, including cloud seeding, with the aim of controlling rainfall and reducing the occurrence of lightning strikes. Source

#### 1. Question

One of the innovative proposals under Mission Mausam is to set up a cloud-simulation chamber. What is the primary purpose of this chamber?

• a) To study ancient cloud formations for better archaeological understanding

• b) To model rain clouds and test weather interventions like cloud seeding

• c) To simulate global warming scenarios in tropical climates

• d) To improve satellite-based climate monitoring technologies

Solution: b)

The cloud-simulation chamber proposed under Mission Mausam will help model rain clouds and test various weather interventions, including cloud seeding, with the aim of controlling rainfall and reducing the occurrence of lightning strikes.

Solution: b)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements about Jordan: Jordan is a founding member of the Arab League. Jordan’s economy heavily relies on tourism, including medical tourism. Jordan shares borders with Egypt and Lebanon. 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 correct. Jordan is a founding member of the Arab League, which was established in 1945 to foster collaboration among Arab countries. Statement 2 is correct. Tourism, including medical tourism, is a significant part of Jordan’s economy. The country is known for its historical sites, such as Petra, and its high-quality healthcare services that attract international patients. Statement 3 is incorrect. Jordan does not share borders with Egypt or Lebanon. It is bordered by Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Syria, Israel, and the West Bank, but not Egypt or Lebanon. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is correct. Jordan is a founding member of the Arab League, which was established in 1945 to foster collaboration among Arab countries. Statement 2 is correct. Tourism, including medical tourism, is a significant part of Jordan’s economy. The country is known for its historical sites, such as Petra, and its high-quality healthcare services that attract international patients. Statement 3 is incorrect. Jordan does not share borders with Egypt or Lebanon. It is bordered by Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Syria, Israel, and the West Bank, but not Egypt or Lebanon.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements about Jordan:

• Jordan is a founding member of the Arab League.

• Jordan’s economy heavily relies on tourism, including medical tourism.

• Jordan shares borders with Egypt and Lebanon.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is correct. Jordan is a founding member of the Arab League, which was established in 1945 to foster collaboration among Arab countries.

Statement 2 is correct. Tourism, including medical tourism, is a significant part of Jordan’s economy. The country is known for its historical sites, such as Petra, and its high-quality healthcare services that attract international patients.

Statement 3 is incorrect. Jordan does not share borders with Egypt or Lebanon. It is bordered by Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Syria, Israel, and the West Bank, but not Egypt or Lebanon.

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is correct. Jordan is a founding member of the Arab League, which was established in 1945 to foster collaboration among Arab countries.

Statement 3 is incorrect. Jordan does not share borders with Egypt or Lebanon. It is bordered by Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Syria, Israel, and the West Bank, but not Egypt or Lebanon.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the US Federal Reserve? a) Monetary Policy b) Banking Supervision c) Regulation of international trade d) Financial Services Correct Solution: c) The US Federal Reserve’s primary functions include conducting monetary policy, supervising and regulating banks, and providing financial services. However, regulating international trade is not part of its responsibilities. That role typically belongs to institutions such as the World Trade Organization (WTO) or the United States Trade Representative (USTR). Incorrect Solution: c) The US Federal Reserve’s primary functions include conducting monetary policy, supervising and regulating banks, and providing financial services. However, regulating international trade is not part of its responsibilities. That role typically belongs to institutions such as the World Trade Organization (WTO) or the United States Trade Representative (USTR).

#### 3. Question

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the US Federal Reserve?

• a) Monetary Policy

• b) Banking Supervision

• c) Regulation of international trade

• d) Financial Services

Solution: c)

The US Federal Reserve’s primary functions include conducting monetary policy, supervising and regulating banks, and providing financial services. However, regulating international trade is not part of its responsibilities. That role typically belongs to institutions such as the World Trade Organization (WTO) or the United States Trade Representative (USTR).

Solution: c)

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements about the FATF and its functions: FATF is a legal body with the authority to impose sanctions directly on non-compliant countries. The FATF works closely with regional organizations to monitor countries’ progress in combating money laundering and terrorism financing. The FATF’s primary goal is to protect the global financial system from misuse by criminals and terrorist organizations. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1, 2, and 3 c) 3 only d) 2 and 3 only Correct Solution: d) Statement 1 is incorrect because the FATF is not a legal enforcement body and cannot directly impose sanctions. Instead, it works through its recommendations and member compliance. Countries that fail to comply with these recommendations may face indirect consequences, such as being placed on grey or black lists, which can lead to international financial isolation. Statement 2 is correct because the FATF works with regional bodies like the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG) and other entities to monitor and assist countries in implementing necessary reforms. Statement 3 is correct. The FATF’s overarching mission is to safeguard the global financial system by developing standards to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and other related threats. Incorrect Solution: d) Statement 1 is incorrect because the FATF is not a legal enforcement body and cannot directly impose sanctions. Instead, it works through its recommendations and member compliance. Countries that fail to comply with these recommendations may face indirect consequences, such as being placed on grey or black lists, which can lead to international financial isolation. Statement 2 is correct because the FATF works with regional bodies like the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG) and other entities to monitor and assist countries in implementing necessary reforms. Statement 3 is correct. The FATF’s overarching mission is to safeguard the global financial system by developing standards to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and other related threats.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements about the FATF and its functions:

• FATF is a legal body with the authority to impose sanctions directly on non-compliant countries.

• The FATF works closely with regional organizations to monitor countries’ progress in combating money laundering and terrorism financing.

• The FATF’s primary goal is to protect the global financial system from misuse by criminals and terrorist organizations.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• b) 1, 2, and 3

• d) 2 and 3 only

Solution: d)

Statement 1 is incorrect because the FATF is not a legal enforcement body and cannot directly impose sanctions. Instead, it works through its recommendations and member compliance. Countries that fail to comply with these recommendations may face indirect consequences, such as being placed on grey or black lists, which can lead to international financial isolation.

Statement 2 is correct because the FATF works with regional bodies like the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG) and other entities to monitor and assist countries in implementing necessary reforms.

Statement 3 is correct. The FATF’s overarching mission is to safeguard the global financial system by developing standards to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and other related threats.

Solution: d)

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question What is the primary objective of the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana scheme? a) To promote higher education for women b) To ensure an equitable share for a girl child in a family’s savings and resources c) To provide medical insurance for girls d) To offer scholarships to underprivileged girls Correct Solution: b) The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana aims to ensure an equitable share for a girl child in the resources and savings of a family. It is a small deposit scheme introduced under the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao initiative, focusing on the financial security of girls and encouraging parents to save for their future, including education and marriage. Incorrect Solution: b) The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana aims to ensure an equitable share for a girl child in the resources and savings of a family. It is a small deposit scheme introduced under the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao initiative, focusing on the financial security of girls and encouraging parents to save for their future, including education and marriage.

#### 5. Question

What is the primary objective of the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana scheme?

• a) To promote higher education for women

• b) To ensure an equitable share for a girl child in a family’s savings and resources

• c) To provide medical insurance for girls

• d) To offer scholarships to underprivileged girls

Solution: b)

The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana aims to ensure an equitable share for a girl child in the resources and savings of a family. It is a small deposit scheme introduced under the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao initiative, focusing on the financial security of girls and encouraging parents to save for their future, including education and marriage.

Solution: b)

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