UPSC Editorials Quiz : 28 February 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Arrange the following places from South to North. Malawi Burundi Mozambique Tanzania Select the correct answer code: a) 3-1-4-2 b) 1-3-4-2 c) 3-1-2-4 d) 1-3-2-4 Correct Solution: a) Incorrect Solution: a)

#### 1. Question

Arrange the following places from South to North.

• Mozambique

Select the correct answer code:

• a) 3-1-4-2

• b) 1-3-4-2

• c) 3-1-2-4

• d) 1-3-2-4

Solution: a)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question The Indian government is implementing the Anaemia Mukt Bharat(AMB) strategy that includes which of the following interventions? fortified food provision deworming behaviour change communication campaigns iron-folic acid supplementation addressing non-nutritional causes of anaemia How many of the above options is/are correct? a) Only two b) Only three c) Only four d) All five Correct Solution: d) The strategy includes six interventions such as iron-folic acid supplementation, deworming, behaviour change communication campaigns, anaemia testing and treatment, fortified food provision, and addressing non-nutritional causes of anaemia. Incorrect Solution: d) The strategy includes six interventions such as iron-folic acid supplementation, deworming, behaviour change communication campaigns, anaemia testing and treatment, fortified food provision, and addressing non-nutritional causes of anaemia.

#### 2. Question

The Indian government is implementing the Anaemia Mukt Bharat(AMB) strategy that includes which of the following interventions?

• fortified food provision

• behaviour change communication campaigns

• iron-folic acid supplementation

• addressing non-nutritional causes of anaemia

How many of the above options is/are correct?

• a) Only two

• b) Only three

• c) Only four

• d) All five

Solution: d)

• The strategy includes six interventions such as iron-folic acid supplementation, deworming, behaviour change communication campaigns, anaemia testing and treatment, fortified food provision, and addressing non-nutritional causes of anaemia.

Solution: d)

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Why might the internationalization of a currency create a dilemma for a country? a) It eliminates the need for foreign exchange reserves b) It guarantees economic growth c) It always leads to currency depreciation d) It requires balancing global currency supply with domestic monetary policies Correct Solution: d) The internationalization of a currency creates a dilemma for a country because it requires balancing the supply of enough currency globally while maintaining domestic monetary policies. This challenge arises from the need to meet international demand for the currency, which can potentially conflict with domestic economic objectives. The country must carefully manage its currency’s role in global markets while ensuring that its monetary policies remain effective for domestic economic stability. This balancing act can be complex, as increased global use of the currency can impact factors such as exchange rates, interest rates, and capital flows, which in turn affect the country’s ability to control its domestic economy. Incorrect Solution: d) The internationalization of a currency creates a dilemma for a country because it requires balancing the supply of enough currency globally while maintaining domestic monetary policies. This challenge arises from the need to meet international demand for the currency, which can potentially conflict with domestic economic objectives. The country must carefully manage its currency’s role in global markets while ensuring that its monetary policies remain effective for domestic economic stability. This balancing act can be complex, as increased global use of the currency can impact factors such as exchange rates, interest rates, and capital flows, which in turn affect the country’s ability to control its domestic economy.

#### 3. Question

Why might the internationalization of a currency create a dilemma for a country?

• a) It eliminates the need for foreign exchange reserves

• b) It guarantees economic growth

• c) It always leads to currency depreciation

• d) It requires balancing global currency supply with domestic monetary policies

Solution: d)

• The internationalization of a currency creates a dilemma for a country because it requires balancing the supply of enough currency globally while maintaining domestic monetary policies. This challenge arises from the need to meet international demand for the currency, which can potentially conflict with domestic economic objectives.

The country must carefully manage its currency’s role in global markets while ensuring that its monetary policies remain effective for domestic economic stability. This balancing act can be complex, as increased global use of the currency can impact factors such as exchange rates, interest rates, and capital flows, which in turn affect the country’s ability to control its domestic economy.

Solution: d)

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding the focus areas of AgriSURE – Agri Fund for Start-Ups & Rural Enterprises: The fund primarily focuses on farm mechanization and technology-driven start-ups. It aims to increase youth participation in agriculture. It specifically funds research projects related to agricultural biotechnology. 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 AgriSURE – Agri Fund for Start-Ups & Rural Enterprises is designed to support innovation and entrepreneurship in the agricultural sector. The fund prioritizes farm mechanization and technology-driven start-ups, encouraging modern solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Additionally, it aims to engage young individuals in agriculture, fostering new business models and sustainable practices to attract the next generation of farmers. However, the fund does not specifically target agricultural biotechnology research. While biotechnology plays a crucial role in agriculture, AgriSURE’s primary focus remains on practical, technology-based interventions and mechanization that can directly impact rural enterprises and farm operations. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 3 is incorrect AgriSURE – Agri Fund for Start-Ups & Rural Enterprises is designed to support innovation and entrepreneurship in the agricultural sector. The fund prioritizes farm mechanization and technology-driven start-ups, encouraging modern solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Additionally, it aims to engage young individuals in agriculture, fostering new business models and sustainable practices to attract the next generation of farmers. However, the fund does not specifically target agricultural biotechnology research. While biotechnology plays a crucial role in agriculture, AgriSURE’s primary focus remains on practical, technology-based interventions and mechanization that can directly impact rural enterprises and farm operations.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the focus areas of AgriSURE – Agri Fund for Start-Ups & Rural Enterprises:

• The fund primarily focuses on farm mechanization and technology-driven start-ups.

• It aims to increase youth participation in agriculture.

• It specifically funds research projects related to agricultural biotechnology.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Statement 3 is incorrect

• AgriSURE – Agri Fund for Start-Ups & Rural Enterprises is designed to support innovation and entrepreneurship in the agricultural sector.

• The fund prioritizes farm mechanization and technology-driven start-ups, encouraging modern solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency.

• Additionally, it aims to engage young individuals in agriculture, fostering new business models and sustainable practices to attract the next generation of farmers.

• However, the fund does not specifically target agricultural biotechnology research. While biotechnology plays a crucial role in agriculture, AgriSURE’s primary focus remains on practical, technology-based interventions and mechanization that can directly impact rural enterprises and farm operations.

Solution: a)

Statement 3 is incorrect

• AgriSURE – Agri Fund for Start-Ups & Rural Enterprises is designed to support innovation and entrepreneurship in the agricultural sector.

• The fund prioritizes farm mechanization and technology-driven start-ups, encouraging modern solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency.

• Additionally, it aims to engage young individuals in agriculture, fostering new business models and sustainable practices to attract the next generation of farmers.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements about delimitation powers of the State Election Commissions (SEC)s: SECs are responsible for delimiting constituencies for local elections every five years. Delimitation powers of the SEC extend to state assembly constituencies. SECs rely on the voter list prepared by the Election Commission of India for delimitation purposes. 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 correct, as SECs are responsible for delimiting constituencies before local elections, such as those for Panchayats and Municipalities, which typically occur every five years. This process ensures equitable representation at the grassroots level. Statement 2 is incorrect because the delimitation of state assembly constituencies falls under the purview of the Election Commission of India (ECI), not the SECs. The ECI handles this process as per the Delimitation Commission’s recommendations, ensuring uniformity across states. Statement 3 is also incorrect since SECs do not rely on voter lists prepared by the ECI for delimitation purposes. While ECI voter lists may be used for electoral rolls in local elections, delimitation is based on demographic and administrative factors, not just electoral roll data. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is correct, as SECs are responsible for delimiting constituencies before local elections, such as those for Panchayats and Municipalities, which typically occur every five years. This process ensures equitable representation at the grassroots level. Statement 2 is incorrect because the delimitation of state assembly constituencies falls under the purview of the Election Commission of India (ECI), not the SECs. The ECI handles this process as per the Delimitation Commission’s recommendations, ensuring uniformity across states. Statement 3 is also incorrect since SECs do not rely on voter lists prepared by the ECI for delimitation purposes. While ECI voter lists may be used for electoral rolls in local elections, delimitation is based on demographic and administrative factors, not just electoral roll data.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements about delimitation powers of the State Election Commissions (SEC)s:

• SECs are responsible for delimiting constituencies for local elections every five years.

• Delimitation powers of the SEC extend to state assembly constituencies.

• SECs rely on the voter list prepared by the Election Commission of India for delimitation purposes.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is correct, as SECs are responsible for delimiting constituencies before local elections, such as those for Panchayats and Municipalities, which typically occur every five years. This process ensures equitable representation at the grassroots level.

Statement 2 is incorrect because the delimitation of state assembly constituencies falls under the purview of the Election Commission of India (ECI), not the SECs. The ECI handles this process as per the Delimitation Commission’s recommendations, ensuring uniformity across states.

Statement 3 is also incorrect since SECs do not rely on voter lists prepared by the ECI for delimitation purposes. While ECI voter lists may be used for electoral rolls in local elections, delimitation is based on demographic and administrative factors, not just electoral roll data.

Solution: a)

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