UPSC Editorials Quiz : 30 October 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Match the following movements with their corresponding leaders or key contributions of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel: Movements Contributions by Sardar Patel A. Kheda Satyagraha 1. Mobilized significant funds for Khadi promotion B. Bardoli Satyagraha 2. Gained the title “Sardar” for successful leadership C. Quit India Movement 3. Called for mass protests against British Salt Laws D. Non-Cooperation Movement 4. Supported farmers during a famine against tax collection Select the correct match: a) A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3 b) A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3 c) A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1 d) A-4, B-2, C-3, D-1 Correct Solution: d) In the Kheda Satyagraha (A-4), Patel led the protest against tax collection from farmers suffering from a famine. The Bardoli Satyagraha (B-2) was where Patel earned the title “Sardar” after successfully opposing unfair revenue assessments. During the Quit India Movement (C-3), he called for extensive protests, showing his commitment to independence. In the Non-Cooperation Movement (D-1), he played a crucial role by mobilizing people, funds, and promoting Khadi, underscoring his support for economic self-reliance and resistance to British goods. Incorrect Solution: d) In the Kheda Satyagraha (A-4), Patel led the protest against tax collection from farmers suffering from a famine. The Bardoli Satyagraha (B-2) was where Patel earned the title “Sardar” after successfully opposing unfair revenue assessments. During the Quit India Movement (C-3), he called for extensive protests, showing his commitment to independence. In the Non-Cooperation Movement (D-1), he played a crucial role by mobilizing people, funds, and promoting Khadi, underscoring his support for economic self-reliance and resistance to British goods.

#### 1. Question

Match the following movements with their corresponding leaders or key contributions of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel:

Movements | Contributions by Sardar Patel

A. Kheda Satyagraha | 1. Mobilized significant funds for Khadi promotion

B. Bardoli Satyagraha | 2. Gained the title “Sardar” for successful leadership

C. Quit India Movement | 3. Called for mass protests against British Salt Laws

D. Non-Cooperation Movement | 4. Supported farmers during a famine against tax collection

Select the correct match:

• a) A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3

• b) A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3

• c) A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1

• d) A-4, B-2, C-3, D-1

Solution: d)

• In the Kheda Satyagraha (A-4), Patel led the protest against tax collection from farmers suffering from a famine.

• The Bardoli Satyagraha (B-2) was where Patel earned the title “Sardar” after successfully opposing unfair revenue assessments.

• During the Quit India Movement (C-3), he called for extensive protests, showing his commitment to independence.

• In the Non-Cooperation Movement (D-1), he played a crucial role by mobilizing people, funds, and promoting Khadi, underscoring his support for economic self-reliance and resistance to British goods.

Solution: d)

• In the Kheda Satyagraha (A-4), Patel led the protest against tax collection from farmers suffering from a famine.

• The Bardoli Satyagraha (B-2) was where Patel earned the title “Sardar” after successfully opposing unfair revenue assessments.

• During the Quit India Movement (C-3), he called for extensive protests, showing his commitment to independence.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements regarding the conservation status and threats to the Great Indian Bustard: The Great Indian Bustard is listed under Appendix II of CITES. The primary threats to its survival include habitat destruction, power line collisions, and human interference. It is included under Schedule II of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, in India. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 and 3 only b) 1 and 2 only c) 2 only d) None of the above Correct Solution: c) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Great Indian Bustard is listed under Appendix I of CITES, which provides the highest level of protection for endangered species in international trade. Statement 2 is correct. Major threats to the Great Indian Bustard include habitat destruction, collisions with power lines, and human interference, all of which have drastically reduced its population. Statement 3 is incorrect. The species is protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, which ensures maximum protection under Indian law. Incorrect Solution: c) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Great Indian Bustard is listed under Appendix I of CITES, which provides the highest level of protection for endangered species in international trade. Statement 2 is correct. Major threats to the Great Indian Bustard include habitat destruction, collisions with power lines, and human interference, all of which have drastically reduced its population. Statement 3 is incorrect. The species is protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, which ensures maximum protection under Indian law.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the conservation status and threats to the Great Indian Bustard:

• The Great Indian Bustard is listed under Appendix II of CITES.

• The primary threats to its survival include habitat destruction, power line collisions, and human interference.

• It is included under Schedule II of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, in India.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) 1 and 3 only

• b) 1 and 2 only

• d) None of the above

Solution: c)

Statement 1 is incorrect. The Great Indian Bustard is listed under Appendix I of CITES, which provides the highest level of protection for endangered species in international trade.

Statement 2 is correct. Major threats to the Great Indian Bustard include habitat destruction, collisions with power lines, and human interference, all of which have drastically reduced its population.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The species is protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, which ensures maximum protection under Indian law.

Solution: c)

Statement 1 is incorrect. The Great Indian Bustard is listed under Appendix I of CITES, which provides the highest level of protection for endangered species in international trade.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The species is protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, which ensures maximum protection under Indian law.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements about YuvaAI’s core activities and operational framework: YuvaAI offers skilling programs and hackathons for young developers to build expertise in generative AI. The initiative only collaborates with private industry partners, excluding any government bodies. Outstanding projects developed through YuvaAI receive mentoring and seed funding. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. YuvaAI offers a range of skilling programs, workshops, and hackathons to help young developers develop expertise in generative AI. Additionally, it provides mentoring and seed funding to outstanding projects, supporting these developers from concept to implementation. Statement 2 is incorrect, as YuvaAI is a collaborative effort that includes government bodies like MeitY and AICTE alongside Meta, emphasizing the program’s broader scope in both public and private sector engagement. This collaboration enhances the initiative’s reach and impact, enabling access to diverse resources and expertise for skill development. Incorrect Solution: b) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. YuvaAI offers a range of skilling programs, workshops, and hackathons to help young developers develop expertise in generative AI. Additionally, it provides mentoring and seed funding to outstanding projects, supporting these developers from concept to implementation. Statement 2 is incorrect, as YuvaAI is a collaborative effort that includes government bodies like MeitY and AICTE alongside Meta, emphasizing the program’s broader scope in both public and private sector engagement. This collaboration enhances the initiative’s reach and impact, enabling access to diverse resources and expertise for skill development.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements about YuvaAI’s core activities and operational framework:

• YuvaAI offers skilling programs and hackathons for young developers to build expertise in generative AI.

• The initiative only collaborates with private industry partners, excluding any government bodies.

• Outstanding projects developed through YuvaAI receive mentoring and seed funding.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statements 1 and 3 are correct.

YuvaAI offers a range of skilling programs, workshops, and hackathons to help young developers develop expertise in generative AI. Additionally, it provides mentoring and seed funding to outstanding projects, supporting these developers from concept to implementation.

Statement 2 is incorrect, as YuvaAI is a collaborative effort that includes government bodies like MeitY and AICTE alongside Meta, emphasizing the program’s broader scope in both public and private sector engagement. This collaboration enhances the initiative’s reach and impact, enabling access to diverse resources and expertise for skill development.

Solution: b)

Statements 1 and 3 are correct.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding the focus areas of the BioE3 policy: BioE3 aims to promote bio-based chemicals and smart proteins. Climate-resilient agriculture and carbon capture are key priorities under the policy. The policy solely focuses on space biotechnology, excluding marine applications. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The BioE3 policy promotes bio-based products like biopolymers, enzymes, and smart proteins and prioritizes climate-resilient agriculture along with carbon capture, aiming to address sustainability challenges. Statement 3 is incorrect because BioE3 supports both marine and space biotechnology, encouraging broad applications of biotechnology in these fields. This policy’s inclusive approach across biotechnology sectors highlights its commitment to building resilience and promoting innovation in India’s bioeconomy. Incorrect Solution: b) Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The BioE3 policy promotes bio-based products like biopolymers, enzymes, and smart proteins and prioritizes climate-resilient agriculture along with carbon capture, aiming to address sustainability challenges. Statement 3 is incorrect because BioE3 supports both marine and space biotechnology, encouraging broad applications of biotechnology in these fields. This policy’s inclusive approach across biotechnology sectors highlights its commitment to building resilience and promoting innovation in India’s bioeconomy.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the focus areas of the BioE3 policy:

• BioE3 aims to promote bio-based chemicals and smart proteins.

• Climate-resilient agriculture and carbon capture are key priorities under the policy.

• The policy solely focuses on space biotechnology, excluding marine applications.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statements 1 and 2 are correct.

The BioE3 policy promotes bio-based products like biopolymers, enzymes, and smart proteins and prioritizes climate-resilient agriculture along with carbon capture, aiming to address sustainability challenges.

Statement 3 is incorrect because BioE3 supports both marine and space biotechnology, encouraging broad applications of biotechnology in these fields. This policy’s inclusive approach across biotechnology sectors highlights its commitment to building resilience and promoting innovation in India’s bioeconomy.

Solution: b)

Statements 1 and 2 are correct.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements about Stratospheric Aerosol Injection (SAI) and Cirrus Cloud Thinning (CCT): Both SAI and CCT target shortwave solar radiation to mitigate global warming. SAI involves dispersing reflective aerosols in the troposphere, while CCT focuses on reducing the amount of longwave radiation emitted by cirrus clouds. Both techniques aim to increase the Earth’s albedo to reduce the amount of heat absorbed by the surface. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 3 only b) 1 and 2 only c) 1 and 3 only d) None of the above Correct Solution: a) Both Stratospheric Aerosol Injection (SAI) and Cirrus Cloud Thinning (CCT) are aimed at increasing the Earth’s albedo. SAI focuses on reflecting shortwave solar radiation by injecting reflective aerosols like sulfur dioxide into the stratosphere. CCT, on the other hand, aims to reduce cirrus clouds’ thickness and cover to allow more longwave radiation to escape into space, thus reducing the greenhouse effect. Statement 1 is incorrect because while SAI targets shortwave solar radiation, CCT focuses on longwave radiation emitted by cirrus clouds. Statement 2 is incorrect because SAI targets the stratosphere, not the troposphere, and CCT reduces the greenhouse effect by affecting longwave radiation, not shortwave solar radiation. Incorrect Solution: a) Both Stratospheric Aerosol Injection (SAI) and Cirrus Cloud Thinning (CCT) are aimed at increasing the Earth’s albedo. SAI focuses on reflecting shortwave solar radiation by injecting reflective aerosols like sulfur dioxide into the stratosphere. CCT, on the other hand, aims to reduce cirrus clouds’ thickness and cover to allow more longwave radiation to escape into space, thus reducing the greenhouse effect. Statement 1 is incorrect because while SAI targets shortwave solar radiation, CCT focuses on longwave radiation emitted by cirrus clouds. Statement 2 is incorrect because SAI targets the stratosphere, not the troposphere, and CCT reduces the greenhouse effect by affecting longwave radiation, not shortwave solar radiation.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements about Stratospheric Aerosol Injection (SAI) and Cirrus Cloud Thinning (CCT):

• Both SAI and CCT target shortwave solar radiation to mitigate global warming.

• SAI involves dispersing reflective aerosols in the troposphere, while CCT focuses on reducing the amount of longwave radiation emitted by cirrus clouds.

• Both techniques aim to increase the Earth’s albedo to reduce the amount of heat absorbed by the surface.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• b) 1 and 2 only

• c) 1 and 3 only

• d) None of the above

Solution: a)

Both Stratospheric Aerosol Injection (SAI) and Cirrus Cloud Thinning (CCT) are aimed at increasing the Earth’s albedo. SAI focuses on reflecting shortwave solar radiation by injecting reflective aerosols like sulfur dioxide into the stratosphere. CCT, on the other hand, aims to reduce cirrus clouds’ thickness and cover to allow more longwave radiation to escape into space, thus reducing the greenhouse effect.

Statement 1 is incorrect because while SAI targets shortwave solar radiation, CCT focuses on longwave radiation emitted by cirrus clouds.

Statement 2 is incorrect because SAI targets the stratosphere, not the troposphere, and CCT reduces the greenhouse effect by affecting longwave radiation, not shortwave solar radiation.

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is incorrect because while SAI targets shortwave solar radiation, CCT focuses on longwave radiation emitted by cirrus clouds.

Statement 2 is incorrect because SAI targets the stratosphere, not the troposphere, and CCT reduces the greenhouse effect by affecting longwave radiation, not shortwave solar radiation.

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