UPSC Editorials Quiz : 28 November 2025
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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements: ASHA workers are primarily responsible for managing outbreaks under the Revised National Tuberculosis Control Program. ASHA workers provide health education focusing on hygiene, nutrition, and sanitation. ASHA workers were first introduced as part of the National Urban Health Mission in 2005. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is correct: ASHAs assist in disease surveillance and early diagnosis under tuberculosis and other disease control programs. Statement 2 is correct: Health education is a key role of ASHAs to promote behavior change in communities. Statement 3 is incorrect: ASHAs were introduced under the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) in 2005, not the National Urban Health Mission. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is correct: ASHAs assist in disease surveillance and early diagnosis under tuberculosis and other disease control programs. Statement 2 is correct: Health education is a key role of ASHAs to promote behavior change in communities. Statement 3 is incorrect: ASHAs were introduced under the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) in 2005, not the National Urban Health Mission.
#### 1. Question
Consider the following statements:
• ASHA workers are primarily responsible for managing outbreaks under the Revised National Tuberculosis Control Program.
• ASHA workers provide health education focusing on hygiene, nutrition, and sanitation.
• ASHA workers were first introduced as part of the National Urban Health Mission in 2005.
How many of the above statements are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Solution: B
• Statement 1 is correct: ASHAs assist in disease surveillance and early diagnosis under tuberculosis and other disease control programs.
• Statement 2 is correct: Health education is a key role of ASHAs to promote behavior change in communities.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: ASHAs were introduced under the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) in 2005, not the National Urban Health Mission.
Solution: B
• Statement 1 is correct: ASHAs assist in disease surveillance and early diagnosis under tuberculosis and other disease control programs.
• Statement 2 is correct: Health education is a key role of ASHAs to promote behavior change in communities.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: ASHAs were introduced under the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) in 2005, not the National Urban Health Mission.
• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements regarding solid phase alloying: It requires high temperatures to melt the scrap metals before combining them. It reduces industrial aluminium scrap waste through sustainable recycling. The alloys produced have inferior properties compared to those made from primary metals. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: A Statement 1 is incorrect: Solid phase alloying eliminates the need for melting, functioning entirely in the solid state. Statement 2 is correct: The process is sustainable, upcycling scrap metal into high-performance alloys. Statement 3 is incorrect: Alloys produced through solid phase alloying have properties comparable to or better than those made from primary metals. What is Solid Phase Alloying? Definition: Solid phase alloying is a technique to create metal alloys directly from scrap without melting, enhancing their properties. Purpose: Upcycles metal scrap into high-performance alloys for various industrial applications. Science Behind Solid Phase Alloying The process operates entirely in the solid state, eliminating the need for bulk melting. Utilizes friction and heat generated through high-speed rotation to blend and disperse metals uniformly. The Process: Material Input: Aluminiumscrap is mixed with copper, zinc, and magnesium. Shear Assisted Processing and Extrusion (ShAPE): A rotating die creates frictional heat, combining the metals into a uniform alloy. Outcome: The final alloy matches the strength and performance of products made from primary aluminium. Benefits of Solid Phase Alloying: Energy Efficiency: Eliminates energy-intensive melting, reducing manufacturing costs. Sustainability: Reduces waste by recycling industrial aluminium scrap. Improved Properties:Produces durable, high-strength alloys comparable to new materials. Versatility:Enables the creation of new alloys for 3D printing technologies. Cost-Effectiveness:Low-cost feedstock from scrap leads to affordable high-performance materials. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 1 is incorrect: Solid phase alloying eliminates the need for melting, functioning entirely in the solid state. Statement 2 is correct: The process is sustainable, upcycling scrap metal into high-performance alloys. Statement 3 is incorrect: Alloys produced through solid phase alloying have properties comparable to or better than those made from primary metals. What is Solid Phase Alloying? Definition: Solid phase alloying is a technique to create metal alloys directly from scrap without melting, enhancing their properties. Purpose: Upcycles metal scrap into high-performance alloys for various industrial applications. Science Behind Solid Phase Alloying The process operates entirely in the solid state, eliminating the need for bulk melting. Utilizes friction and heat generated through high-speed rotation to blend and disperse metals uniformly. The Process: Material Input: Aluminiumscrap is mixed with copper, zinc, and magnesium. Shear Assisted Processing and Extrusion (ShAPE): A rotating die creates frictional heat, combining the metals into a uniform alloy. Outcome: The final alloy matches the strength and performance of products made from primary aluminium. Benefits of Solid Phase Alloying: Energy Efficiency: Eliminates energy-intensive melting, reducing manufacturing costs. Sustainability: Reduces waste by recycling industrial aluminium scrap. Improved Properties:Produces durable, high-strength alloys comparable to new materials. Versatility:Enables the creation of new alloys for 3D printing technologies. Cost-Effectiveness:Low-cost feedstock from scrap leads to affordable high-performance materials.
#### 2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding solid phase alloying:
• It requires high temperatures to melt the scrap metals before combining them.
• It reduces industrial aluminium scrap waste through sustainable recycling.
• The alloys produced have inferior properties compared to those made from primary metals.
How many of the above statements are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Solution: A
Statement 1 is incorrect: Solid phase alloying eliminates the need for melting, functioning entirely in the solid state.
Statement 2 is correct: The process is sustainable, upcycling scrap metal into high-performance alloys.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Alloys produced through solid phase alloying have properties comparable to or better than those made from primary metals.
What is Solid Phase Alloying?
• Definition: Solid phase alloying is a technique to create metal alloys directly from scrap without melting, enhancing their properties.
• Purpose: Upcycles metal scrap into high-performance alloys for various industrial applications.
Science Behind Solid Phase Alloying
• The process operates entirely in the solid state, eliminating the need for bulk melting.
• Utilizes friction and heat generated through high-speed rotation to blend and disperse metals uniformly.
The Process:
• Material Input: Aluminiumscrap is mixed with copper, zinc, and magnesium.
• Shear Assisted Processing and Extrusion (ShAPE):
• A rotating die creates frictional heat, combining the metals into a uniform alloy.
• Outcome: The final alloy matches the strength and performance of products made from primary aluminium.
Benefits of Solid Phase Alloying:
• Energy Efficiency: Eliminates energy-intensive melting, reducing manufacturing costs.
• Sustainability: Reduces waste by recycling industrial aluminium scrap.
• Improved Properties:Produces durable, high-strength alloys comparable to new materials.
• Versatility:Enables the creation of new alloys for 3D printing technologies.
• Cost-Effectiveness:Low-cost feedstock from scrap leads to affordable high-performance materials.
Solution: A
Statement 1 is incorrect: Solid phase alloying eliminates the need for melting, functioning entirely in the solid state.
Statement 2 is correct: The process is sustainable, upcycling scrap metal into high-performance alloys.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Alloys produced through solid phase alloying have properties comparable to or better than those made from primary metals.
What is Solid Phase Alloying?
• Definition: Solid phase alloying is a technique to create metal alloys directly from scrap without melting, enhancing their properties.
• Purpose: Upcycles metal scrap into high-performance alloys for various industrial applications.
Science Behind Solid Phase Alloying
• The process operates entirely in the solid state, eliminating the need for bulk melting.
• Utilizes friction and heat generated through high-speed rotation to blend and disperse metals uniformly.
The Process:
• Material Input: Aluminiumscrap is mixed with copper, zinc, and magnesium.
• Shear Assisted Processing and Extrusion (ShAPE):
• A rotating die creates frictional heat, combining the metals into a uniform alloy.
• Outcome: The final alloy matches the strength and performance of products made from primary aluminium.
Benefits of Solid Phase Alloying:
• Energy Efficiency: Eliminates energy-intensive melting, reducing manufacturing costs.
• Sustainability: Reduces waste by recycling industrial aluminium scrap.
• Improved Properties:Produces durable, high-strength alloys comparable to new materials.
• Versatility:Enables the creation of new alloys for 3D printing technologies.
• Cost-Effectiveness:Low-cost feedstock from scrap leads to affordable high-performance materials.
• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Which of the following is a common symptom of Haemophilia A? a) Unexplained hair loss. b) Persistent fever due to low immunity. c) Frequent episodes of thrombosis. d) Excessive bleeding after minor injuries. Correct Solution: D What is Haemophilia A? Definition:A hereditary bleeding disorder caused by the deficiency of clotting Factor VIII. Genetic Cause:It arises due to a defective gene on the X chromosome. Prevalence:More common in males; females are typically carriers. Symptoms Prolonged Bleeding:Following injury or surgery. Spontaneous Bleeding:Internal bleeding in joints and muscles without apparent cause. Bruising:Unusual or frequent bruises. Hemarthrosis:Bleeding into joints, causing pain and swelling. Incorrect Solution: D What is Haemophilia A? Definition:A hereditary bleeding disorder caused by the deficiency of clotting Factor VIII. Genetic Cause:It arises due to a defective gene on the X chromosome. Prevalence:More common in males; females are typically carriers. Symptoms Prolonged Bleeding:Following injury or surgery. Spontaneous Bleeding:Internal bleeding in joints and muscles without apparent cause. Bruising:Unusual or frequent bruises. Hemarthrosis:Bleeding into joints, causing pain and swelling.
#### 3. Question
Which of the following is a common symptom of Haemophilia A?
• a) Unexplained hair loss.
• b) Persistent fever due to low immunity.
• c) Frequent episodes of thrombosis.
• d) Excessive bleeding after minor injuries.
Solution: D
What is Haemophilia A?
• Definition:A hereditary bleeding disorder caused by the deficiency of clotting Factor VIII.
• Genetic Cause:It arises due to a defective gene on the X chromosome.
• Prevalence:More common in males; females are typically carriers.
• Prolonged Bleeding:Following injury or surgery.
• Spontaneous Bleeding:Internal bleeding in joints and muscles without apparent cause.
• Bruising:Unusual or frequent bruises.
• Hemarthrosis:Bleeding into joints, causing pain and swelling.
Solution: D
What is Haemophilia A?
• Definition:A hereditary bleeding disorder caused by the deficiency of clotting Factor VIII.
• Genetic Cause:It arises due to a defective gene on the X chromosome.
• Prevalence:More common in males; females are typically carriers.
• Prolonged Bleeding:Following injury or surgery.
• Spontaneous Bleeding:Internal bleeding in joints and muscles without apparent cause.
• Bruising:Unusual or frequent bruises.
• Hemarthrosis:Bleeding into joints, causing pain and swelling.
• Question 4 of 5 4. Question What is a major benefit of apiculture to agriculture? a) It enhances cross-pollination, improving crop yields. b) It reduces the use of synthetic fertilizers. c) It controls pest populations in crops. d) It prevents soil erosion in farmlands. Correct Solution: A What is Apiculture? Definition:Apiculture, or beekeeping, involves the maintenance of bee colonies in artificial hives for honey, beeswax, and pollination services. Purpose:It supports sustainable agriculture and the production of honey and related products. Types of Bees in Apiculture: Apis mellifera (European Honeybee):Widely used for commercial honey production due to high yield. Apis dorsata (Rock Bee):Known for large honeycombs; found in the wild. Apis cerana (Asian Honeybee):Indigenous to South and Southeast Asia; suited for small-scale farming. Trigona (Stingless Bee):Produces medicinal honey; used for niche markets. Impact of Beekeeping on Agriculture: Improved Pollination:Bees facilitate cross-pollination, boosting crop yields for mustard, mango, coconut, and lychee. Enhanced Crop Quality:Pollination improves the size, taste, and nutritional value of fruits and vegetables. Biodiversity Conservation:Bees support wild plant reproduction, maintaining healthy ecosystems. Economic Benefits:Beekeepers earn through honey production and indirectly increase farmers’ income via higher yields. Incorrect Solution: A What is Apiculture? Definition:Apiculture, or beekeeping, involves the maintenance of bee colonies in artificial hives for honey, beeswax, and pollination services. Purpose:It supports sustainable agriculture and the production of honey and related products. Types of Bees in Apiculture: Apis mellifera (European Honeybee):Widely used for commercial honey production due to high yield. Apis dorsata (Rock Bee):Known for large honeycombs; found in the wild. Apis cerana (Asian Honeybee):Indigenous to South and Southeast Asia; suited for small-scale farming. Trigona (Stingless Bee):Produces medicinal honey; used for niche markets. Impact of Beekeeping on Agriculture: Improved Pollination:Bees facilitate cross-pollination, boosting crop yields for mustard, mango, coconut, and lychee. Enhanced Crop Quality:Pollination improves the size, taste, and nutritional value of fruits and vegetables. Biodiversity Conservation:Bees support wild plant reproduction, maintaining healthy ecosystems. Economic Benefits:Beekeepers earn through honey production and indirectly increase farmers’ income via higher yields.
#### 4. Question
What is a major benefit of apiculture to agriculture?
• a) It enhances cross-pollination, improving crop yields.
• b) It reduces the use of synthetic fertilizers.
• c) It controls pest populations in crops.
• d) It prevents soil erosion in farmlands.
Solution: A
What is Apiculture?
• Definition:Apiculture, or beekeeping, involves the maintenance of bee colonies in artificial hives for honey, beeswax, and pollination services.
• Purpose:It supports sustainable agriculture and the production of honey and related products.
Types of Bees in Apiculture:
• Apis mellifera (European Honeybee):Widely used for commercial honey production due to high yield.
• Apis dorsata (Rock Bee):Known for large honeycombs; found in the wild.
• Apis cerana (Asian Honeybee):Indigenous to South and Southeast Asia; suited for small-scale farming.
• Trigona (Stingless Bee):Produces medicinal honey; used for niche markets.
Impact of Beekeeping on Agriculture:
• Improved Pollination:Bees facilitate cross-pollination, boosting crop yields for mustard, mango, coconut, and lychee.
• Enhanced Crop Quality:Pollination improves the size, taste, and nutritional value of fruits and vegetables.
• Biodiversity Conservation:Bees support wild plant reproduction, maintaining healthy ecosystems.
• Economic Benefits:Beekeepers earn through honey production and indirectly increase farmers’ income via higher yields.
Solution: A
What is Apiculture?
• Definition:Apiculture, or beekeeping, involves the maintenance of bee colonies in artificial hives for honey, beeswax, and pollination services.
• Purpose:It supports sustainable agriculture and the production of honey and related products.
Types of Bees in Apiculture:
• Apis mellifera (European Honeybee):Widely used for commercial honey production due to high yield.
• Apis dorsata (Rock Bee):Known for large honeycombs; found in the wild.
• Apis cerana (Asian Honeybee):Indigenous to South and Southeast Asia; suited for small-scale farming.
• Trigona (Stingless Bee):Produces medicinal honey; used for niche markets.
Impact of Beekeeping on Agriculture:
• Improved Pollination:Bees facilitate cross-pollination, boosting crop yields for mustard, mango, coconut, and lychee.
• Enhanced Crop Quality:Pollination improves the size, taste, and nutritional value of fruits and vegetables.
• Biodiversity Conservation:Bees support wild plant reproduction, maintaining healthy ecosystems.
• Economic Benefits:Beekeepers earn through honey production and indirectly increase farmers’ income via higher yields.
• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Which of the following statements about Olive Ridley turtles is incorrect? a) Olive Ridley turtles exhibit a unique mass nesting phenomenon called Arribada. b) Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary in Odisha is the world’s largest rookery for Olive Ridleys. c) They are primarily herbivorous and depend exclusively on seagrass for their diet. d) Their conservation status under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, provides them the highest protection. Correct Solution: C Olive Ridley turtles are omnivorous, feeding on algae, sea grass, crustaceans, mollusks, and fish. The other options accurately describe their nesting behavior, rookery, and legal protection. Incorrect Solution: C Olive Ridley turtles are omnivorous, feeding on algae, sea grass, crustaceans, mollusks, and fish. The other options accurately describe their nesting behavior, rookery, and legal protection.
#### 5. Question
Which of the following statements about Olive Ridley turtles is incorrect?
• a) Olive Ridley turtles exhibit a unique mass nesting phenomenon called Arribada.
• b) Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary in Odisha is the world’s largest rookery for Olive Ridleys.
• c) They are primarily herbivorous and depend exclusively on seagrass for their diet.
• d) Their conservation status under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, provides them the highest protection.
Solution: C
Olive Ridley turtles are omnivorous, feeding on algae, sea grass, crustaceans, mollusks, and fish. The other options accurately describe their nesting behavior, rookery, and legal protection.
Solution: C
Olive Ridley turtles are omnivorous, feeding on algae, sea grass, crustaceans, mollusks, and fish. The other options accurately describe their nesting behavior, rookery, and legal protection.
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