UPSC Editorials Quiz : 28 May 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements. As there is less gravity on the Moon, time ticks slower there relative to the time on the Earth. Earth rotates faster at the Equator than it does at the poles. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Solution: b) A fundamental aspect of nature in the Universe is that time is not absolute. That seems crazy to us on Earth as our experience of time is that it just constantly ticks by. But if you travelled to the Moon, your clock would be ticking slightly faster than if you had stayed on the Earth. This is a consequence of [Albert] Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity which tells us that gravity bends space and time. As there is less gravity on the Moon, time ticks slightly faster there relative to the time on the Earth. Even on Earth, atomic clocks have been placed at different locations or rather latitudes. These clocks tick at different rates due to changes in Earth’s rotational speed varying from the Equator to the poles, which also affects time. The planet rotates faster at the Equator than it does at the poles as it is wider at the Equator. Source Incorrect Solution: b) A fundamental aspect of nature in the Universe is that time is not absolute. That seems crazy to us on Earth as our experience of time is that it just constantly ticks by. But if you travelled to the Moon, your clock would be ticking slightly faster than if you had stayed on the Earth. This is a consequence of [Albert] Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity which tells us that gravity bends space and time. As there is less gravity on the Moon, time ticks slightly faster there relative to the time on the Earth. Even on Earth, atomic clocks have been placed at different locations or rather latitudes. These clocks tick at different rates due to changes in Earth’s rotational speed varying from the Equator to the poles, which also affects time. The planet rotates faster at the Equator than it does at the poles as it is wider at the Equator. Source

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements.

• As there is less gravity on the Moon, time ticks slower there relative to the time on the Earth.

• Earth rotates faster at the Equator than it does at the poles.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• c) Both 1 and 2

• d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: b)

A fundamental aspect of nature in the Universe is that time is not absolute. That seems crazy to us on Earth as our experience of time is that it just constantly ticks by. But if you travelled to the Moon, your clock would be ticking slightly faster than if you had stayed on the Earth. This is a consequence of [Albert] Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity which tells us that gravity bends space and time. As there is less gravity on the Moon, time ticks slightly faster there relative to the time on the Earth.

Even on Earth, atomic clocks have been placed at different locations or rather latitudes. These clocks tick at different rates due to changes in Earth’s rotational speed varying from the Equator to the poles, which also affects time. The planet rotates faster at the Equator than it does at the poles as it is wider at the Equator.

Solution: b)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Caspian Sea is bordered by a) Russia, Kazakhstan, Afghanistan and Iran b) Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Iran c) Russia, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Iran d) Russia, Kazakhstan, Afghanistan and Azerbaijan Correct Solution: c) Caspian Sea is bordered by following countries: Incorrect Solution: c) Caspian Sea is bordered by following countries:

#### 2. Question

Caspian Sea is bordered by

• a) Russia, Kazakhstan, Afghanistan and Iran

• b) Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Iran

• c) Russia, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Iran

• d) Russia, Kazakhstan, Afghanistan and Azerbaijan

Solution: c)

Caspian Sea is bordered by following countries:

Solution: c)

Caspian Sea is bordered by following countries:

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding National Investigation Agency (NIA). The NIA is a non-statutory body, whose mandate is to investigate all the offences affecting the sovereignty, security and integrity of India. NIA operations extend to whole of India and Indian citizens outside the country. It does not investigate offences under statutory laws that have been enacted primarily in relation to international treaties. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: a) Only Statement 2 is correct. What is the NIA? It is a central agency mandated to investigate all the offences affecting the sovereignty, security and integrity of India, friendly relations with foreign states, and the offences under the statutory laws enacted to implement international treaties, agreements, conventions and resolutions of the United Nations, its agencies and other international organisations. These include terror acts and their possible links with crimes like smuggling of arms, drugs and fake Indian currency and infiltration from across the borders. The agency has the power to search, seize, arrest and prosecute those involved in such offences. NIA came into being in the wake of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack. The Agency came into existence with the enactment of the National Investigation Agency Act 2008, and started its functioning in 2009. How wide is NIA’s jurisdiction? The law under which the agency operates extends to the whole of India and also applies to Indian citizens outside the country; persons in the service of the government wherever they are posted; persons on ships and aircraft registered in India wherever they may be; persons who commit a scheduled offence beyond India against the Indian citizen or affecting the interest of India. Incorrect Solution: a) Only Statement 2 is correct. What is the NIA? It is a central agency mandated to investigate all the offences affecting the sovereignty, security and integrity of India, friendly relations with foreign states, and the offences under the statutory laws enacted to implement international treaties, agreements, conventions and resolutions of the United Nations, its agencies and other international organisations. These include terror acts and their possible links with crimes like smuggling of arms, drugs and fake Indian currency and infiltration from across the borders. The agency has the power to search, seize, arrest and prosecute those involved in such offences. NIA came into being in the wake of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack. The Agency came into existence with the enactment of the National Investigation Agency Act 2008, and started its functioning in 2009. How wide is NIA’s jurisdiction? The law under which the agency operates extends to the whole of India and also applies to Indian citizens outside the country; persons in the service of the government wherever they are posted; persons on ships and aircraft registered in India wherever they may be; persons who commit a scheduled offence beyond India against the Indian citizen or affecting the interest of India.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding National Investigation Agency (NIA).

• The NIA is a non-statutory body, whose mandate is to investigate all the offences affecting the sovereignty, security and integrity of India.

• NIA operations extend to whole of India and Indian citizens outside the country.

• It does not investigate offences under statutory laws that have been enacted primarily in relation to international treaties.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: a)

Only Statement 2 is correct.

What is the NIA?

It is a central agency mandated to investigate all the offences affecting the sovereignty, security and integrity of India, friendly relations with foreign states, and the offences under the statutory laws enacted to implement international treaties, agreements, conventions and resolutions of the United Nations, its agencies and other international organisations. These include terror acts and their possible links with crimes like smuggling of arms, drugs and fake Indian currency and infiltration from across the borders. The agency has the power to search, seize, arrest and prosecute those involved in such offences.

NIA came into being in the wake of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack. The Agency came into existence with the enactment of the National Investigation Agency Act 2008, and started its functioning in 2009.

How wide is NIA’s jurisdiction?

The law under which the agency operates extends to the whole of India and also applies to Indian citizens outside the country; persons in the service of the government wherever they are posted; persons on ships and aircraft registered in India wherever they may be; persons who commit a scheduled offence beyond India against the Indian citizen or affecting the interest of India.

Solution: a)

Only Statement 2 is correct.

What is the NIA?

How wide is NIA’s jurisdiction?

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding Public Distribution System (PDS). The Central Government takes the responsibility for procurement, storage, transportation and bulk allocation of foodgrains, at subsidised prices. The responsibility of distribution to consumers including target groups through a network of fair price shops (FPSs) rests with the State Governments. The concept of a buffer stock was first introduced during the Second Five Year Plan. 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. PDS is operated under the joint responsibility of the Central and State Governments. The Central Government takes the responsibility for procurement, storage, transportation and bulk allocation of foodgrains, at subsidised prices. The responsibility of distribution to consumers including target groups through a network of various fair price shops (FPSs) rests with the State Governments. The buffer stock provides the basic and most flexible instrument for moderating short-term effects of supply or production shortfalls. The concept of a buffer stock was first introduced during the 4th Five Year Plan (1969-74) and a buffer stock of 5 million tonnes of foodgrains was envisaged. The buffer stock figures are normally reviewed after every 5 years. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 3 is incorrect. PDS is operated under the joint responsibility of the Central and State Governments. The Central Government takes the responsibility for procurement, storage, transportation and bulk allocation of foodgrains, at subsidised prices. The responsibility of distribution to consumers including target groups through a network of various fair price shops (FPSs) rests with the State Governments. The buffer stock provides the basic and most flexible instrument for moderating short-term effects of supply or production shortfalls. The concept of a buffer stock was first introduced during the 4th Five Year Plan (1969-74) and a buffer stock of 5 million tonnes of foodgrains was envisaged. The buffer stock figures are normally reviewed after every 5 years.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Public Distribution System (PDS).

• The Central Government takes the responsibility for procurement, storage, transportation and bulk allocation of foodgrains, at subsidised prices.

• The responsibility of distribution to consumers including target groups through a network of fair price shops (FPSs) rests with the State Governments.

• The concept of a buffer stock was first introduced during the Second Five Year Plan.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

PDS is operated under the joint responsibility of the Central and State Governments. The Central Government takes the responsibility for procurement, storage, transportation and bulk allocation of foodgrains, at subsidised prices. The responsibility of distribution to consumers including target groups through a network of various fair price shops (FPSs) rests with the State Governments.

The buffer stock provides the basic and most flexible instrument for moderating short-term effects of supply or production shortfalls. The concept of a buffer stock was first introduced during the 4th Five Year Plan (1969-74) and a buffer stock of 5 million tonnes of foodgrains was envisaged. The buffer stock figures are normally reviewed after every 5 years.

Solution: a)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding Hoysala architecture. It has a unique style of blending elements of Dravida and Nagara architectures. It was developed between the 11th and 14th centuries in southern Karnataka. ‘Hoysala Temple’ form includes multiple shrines around a central pillared hall in a star-shaped layout. They typically used Red Sandstone that allowed intricate carving of sculptures. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) Only three (d) All four Correct Solution: c) Statement 4 is incorrect. Hoysala architecture, developed between the 11th and 14th centuries in southern Karnataka under the Hoysala Empire, is characterized by: A unique style blending elements of Dravida and Nagara architectures. Influences from Bhumija, Nagara, and Karntata Dravida architectural traditions. Distinctive ‘Hoysala Temple’ form with multiple shrines around a central pillared hall in a star-shaped layout. The use of soapstone, allowed intricate carving of sculptures, especially in the jewelry adorning temple walls. Incorrect Solution: c) Statement 4 is incorrect. Hoysala architecture, developed between the 11th and 14th centuries in southern Karnataka under the Hoysala Empire, is characterized by: A unique style blending elements of Dravida and Nagara architectures. Influences from Bhumija, Nagara, and Karntata Dravida architectural traditions. Distinctive ‘Hoysala Temple’ form with multiple shrines around a central pillared hall in a star-shaped layout. The use of soapstone, allowed intricate carving of sculptures, especially in the jewelry adorning temple walls.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Hoysala architecture.

• It has a unique style of blending elements of Dravida and Nagara architectures.

• It was developed between the 11th and 14th centuries in southern Karnataka.

• ‘Hoysala Temple’ form includes multiple shrines around a central pillared hall in a star-shaped layout.

• They typically used Red Sandstone that allowed intricate carving of sculptures.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) Only three

• (d) All four

Solution: c)

Statement 4 is incorrect.

• Hoysala architecture, developed between the 11th and 14th centuries in southern Karnataka under the Hoysala Empire, is characterized by:

• A unique style blending elements of Dravida and Nagara architectures.

• Influences from Bhumija, Nagara, and Karntata Dravida architectural traditions.

• Distinctive ‘Hoysala Temple’ form with multiple shrines around a central pillared hall in a star-shaped layout.

• The use of soapstone, allowed intricate carving of sculptures, especially in the jewelry adorning temple walls.

Solution: c)

Statement 4 is incorrect.

• Hoysala architecture, developed between the 11th and 14th centuries in southern Karnataka under the Hoysala Empire, is characterized by:

• A unique style blending elements of Dravida and Nagara architectures.

• Influences from Bhumija, Nagara, and Karntata Dravida architectural traditions.

• Distinctive ‘Hoysala Temple’ form with multiple shrines around a central pillared hall in a star-shaped layout.

• The use of soapstone, allowed intricate carving of sculptures, especially in the jewelry adorning temple walls.

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