UPSC Editorials Quiz : 5 December 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements: Insulin resistance occurs when cells in the body fail to respond effectively to insulin. Insulin resistance is the primary cause of Type 1 Diabetes. 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: a) Insulin resistance refers to a condition where the body’s cells become less sensitive to the hormone insulin, which is responsible for allowing glucose to enter cells and be used for energy. This resistance leads to higher blood glucose levels, which is a central feature of Type 2 Diabetes. Hence, statement 1 is correct. Type 1 Diabetes is fundamentally different. It is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks and destroys insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas, resulting in little to no insulin production. This means insulin resistance is not the cause of Type 1 Diabetes, making statement 2 incorrect. Incorrect Solution: a) Insulin resistance refers to a condition where the body’s cells become less sensitive to the hormone insulin, which is responsible for allowing glucose to enter cells and be used for energy. This resistance leads to higher blood glucose levels, which is a central feature of Type 2 Diabetes. Hence, statement 1 is correct. Type 1 Diabetes is fundamentally different. It is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks and destroys insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas, resulting in little to no insulin production. This means insulin resistance is not the cause of Type 1 Diabetes, making statement 2 incorrect.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements:

• Insulin resistance occurs when cells in the body fail to respond effectively to insulin.

• Insulin resistance is the primary cause of Type 1 Diabetes.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• c) Both 1 and 2

• d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: a)

Insulin resistance refers to a condition where the body’s cells become less sensitive to the hormone insulin, which is responsible for allowing glucose to enter cells and be used for energy. This resistance leads to higher blood glucose levels, which is a central feature of Type 2 Diabetes. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

Type 1 Diabetes is fundamentally different. It is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks and destroys insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas, resulting in little to no insulin production. This means insulin resistance is not the cause of Type 1 Diabetes, making statement 2 incorrect.

Solution: a)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements about biodiversity heritage sites in India: Borjuli Wild Rice Site is located in Assam. Mahendragiri Hill, a biodiversity site, is found in Kerala. Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh is significant for its cultural and ecological heritage. 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: Borjuli Wild Rice Site, located in Assam, is recognized for its unique biodiversity, particularly wild rice varieties. Statement 2 is incorrect: Mahendragiri Hill, a biodiversity-rich area, is in Odisha, not Kerala. It is renowned for its flora and fauna and has significant ecological importance. Statement 3 is correct: Amarkantak, situated in Madhya Pradesh, is a vital biodiversity and cultural site. It is the origin of the Narmada River and has ecological significance. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct: Borjuli Wild Rice Site, located in Assam, is recognized for its unique biodiversity, particularly wild rice varieties. Statement 2 is incorrect: Mahendragiri Hill, a biodiversity-rich area, is in Odisha, not Kerala. It is renowned for its flora and fauna and has significant ecological importance. Statement 3 is correct: Amarkantak, situated in Madhya Pradesh, is a vital biodiversity and cultural site. It is the origin of the Narmada River and has ecological significance.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements about biodiversity heritage sites in India:

• Borjuli Wild Rice Site is located in Assam.

• Mahendragiri Hill, a biodiversity site, is found in Kerala.

• Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh is significant for its cultural and ecological heritage.

How many of the above statements are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is correct: Borjuli Wild Rice Site, located in Assam, is recognized for its unique biodiversity, particularly wild rice varieties.

Statement 2 is incorrect: Mahendragiri Hill, a biodiversity-rich area, is in Odisha, not Kerala. It is renowned for its flora and fauna and has significant ecological importance.

Statement 3 is correct: Amarkantak, situated in Madhya Pradesh, is a vital biodiversity and cultural site. It is the origin of the Narmada River and has ecological significance.

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is correct: Borjuli Wild Rice Site, located in Assam, is recognized for its unique biodiversity, particularly wild rice varieties.

Statement 2 is incorrect: Mahendragiri Hill, a biodiversity-rich area, is in Odisha, not Kerala. It is renowned for its flora and fauna and has significant ecological importance.

Statement 3 is correct: Amarkantak, situated in Madhya Pradesh, is a vital biodiversity and cultural site. It is the origin of the Narmada River and has ecological significance.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements about tungsten: Tungsten is used in the manufacture of light bulb filaments due to its high electrical conductivity. Tungsten alloys are used in aerospace for their ability to withstand high temperatures and stress. Tungsten is a key component in the electronics industry. 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 Incorrect. Tungsten is used in light bulb filaments, not for its electrical conductivity, but due to its extremely high melting point (3422°C) and ability to withstand high temperatures without melting, making it ideal for emitting light under intense heat. Statement 2 is Correct. Tungsten alloys are widely used in the aerospace industry due to their remarkable ability to endure high temperatures and mechanical stress, making them suitable for components like turbine blades and rocket nozzles. Statement 3 is Correct. Tungsten is a critical material in the electronics industry. Its properties, such as high thermal and electrical conductivity and durability, make it essential in semiconductors, electrical contacts, and other electronic components. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is Incorrect. Tungsten is used in light bulb filaments, not for its electrical conductivity, but due to its extremely high melting point (3422°C) and ability to withstand high temperatures without melting, making it ideal for emitting light under intense heat. Statement 2 is Correct. Tungsten alloys are widely used in the aerospace industry due to their remarkable ability to endure high temperatures and mechanical stress, making them suitable for components like turbine blades and rocket nozzles. Statement 3 is Correct. Tungsten is a critical material in the electronics industry. Its properties, such as high thermal and electrical conductivity and durability, make it essential in semiconductors, electrical contacts, and other electronic components.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements about tungsten:

• Tungsten is used in the manufacture of light bulb filaments due to its high electrical conductivity.

• Tungsten alloys are used in aerospace for their ability to withstand high temperatures and stress.

• Tungsten is a key component in the electronics industry.

How many of the above statements are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is Incorrect. Tungsten is used in light bulb filaments, not for its electrical conductivity, but due to its extremely high melting point (3422°C) and ability to withstand high temperatures without melting, making it ideal for emitting light under intense heat.

Statement 2 is Correct. Tungsten alloys are widely used in the aerospace industry due to their remarkable ability to endure high temperatures and mechanical stress, making them suitable for components like turbine blades and rocket nozzles.

Statement 3 is Correct. Tungsten is a critical material in the electronics industry. Its properties, such as high thermal and electrical conductivity and durability, make it essential in semiconductors, electrical contacts, and other electronic components.

Solution: b)

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements about the High Seas Treaty: It is the first implementing agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). It seeks to ensure equitable sharing of benefits derived from marine genetic resources. It mandates environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for activities that may harm marine ecosystems in international waters. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: c) Statement 1 is Incorrect. While the treaty is an implementing agreement under UNCLOS, it is not the first. It follows previous agreements on deep-sea mining (1994) and fisheries management (1995), making it the third such accord. Statement 2 is Correct. The treaty emphasizes equitable sharing of benefits derived from marine genetic resources, recognizing their potential value in biotechnology, medicine, and other industries, and ensuring fair access for all nations. Statement 3 is Correct. The treaty includes provisions for mandatory environmental impact assessments (EIAs) to evaluate and mitigate activities that could harm marine ecosystems, ensuring sustainable practices in international waters. Incorrect Solution: c) Statement 1 is Incorrect. While the treaty is an implementing agreement under UNCLOS, it is not the first. It follows previous agreements on deep-sea mining (1994) and fisheries management (1995), making it the third such accord. Statement 2 is Correct. The treaty emphasizes equitable sharing of benefits derived from marine genetic resources, recognizing their potential value in biotechnology, medicine, and other industries, and ensuring fair access for all nations. Statement 3 is Correct. The treaty includes provisions for mandatory environmental impact assessments (EIAs) to evaluate and mitigate activities that could harm marine ecosystems, ensuring sustainable practices in international waters.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements about the High Seas Treaty:

• It is the first implementing agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

• It seeks to ensure equitable sharing of benefits derived from marine genetic resources.

• It mandates environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for activities that may harm marine ecosystems in international waters.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• b) 1 and 3 only

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2 and 3

Solution: c)

Statement 1 is Incorrect. While the treaty is an implementing agreement under UNCLOS, it is not the first. It follows previous agreements on deep-sea mining (1994) and fisheries management (1995), making it the third such accord.

Statement 2 is Correct. The treaty emphasizes equitable sharing of benefits derived from marine genetic resources, recognizing their potential value in biotechnology, medicine, and other industries, and ensuring fair access for all nations.

Statement 3 is Correct. The treaty includes provisions for mandatory environmental impact assessments (EIAs) to evaluate and mitigate activities that could harm marine ecosystems, ensuring sustainable practices in international waters.

Solution: c)

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements about the classification of snakebite cases as “notifiable diseases”: It aims to improve public health interventions and reduce snakebite fatalities. This classification is mandatory for all States and Union Territories. The move is part of India’s National Action Plan for Snake Conservation. Enhanced surveillance will allow better resource allocation for anti-venom distribution. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) Only three d) All four Correct Solution: b) The classification of snakebite cases as “notifiable diseases” is a step toward addressing the significant public health challenge posed by snakebites in India. Statement 1 is Correct. The primary goal of this classification is to enhance public health interventions, improve reporting systems, and ultimately reduce snakebite-related fatalities by prioritizing them as a public health issue. Statement 2 is Incorrect. While the central government has urged States and Union Territories to classify snakebites as notifiable diseases, it is not yet mandatory for all regions. Statement 3 is Incorrect. This initiative is part of the National Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming (NAPSE), which focuses on managing snakebite incidents rather than snake conservation. Statement 4: Correct. Enhanced surveillance resulting from this classification will help allocate resources more efficiently, including anti-venom production, distribution, and training healthcare workers. Incorrect Solution: b) The classification of snakebite cases as “notifiable diseases” is a step toward addressing the significant public health challenge posed by snakebites in India. Statement 1 is Correct. The primary goal of this classification is to enhance public health interventions, improve reporting systems, and ultimately reduce snakebite-related fatalities by prioritizing them as a public health issue. Statement 2 is Incorrect. While the central government has urged States and Union Territories to classify snakebites as notifiable diseases, it is not yet mandatory for all regions. Statement 3 is Incorrect. This initiative is part of the National Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming (NAPSE), which focuses on managing snakebite incidents rather than snake conservation. Statement 4: Correct. Enhanced surveillance resulting from this classification will help allocate resources more efficiently, including anti-venom production, distribution, and training healthcare workers.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements about the classification of snakebite cases as “notifiable diseases”:

• It aims to improve public health interventions and reduce snakebite fatalities.

• This classification is mandatory for all States and Union Territories.

• The move is part of India’s National Action Plan for Snake Conservation.

• Enhanced surveillance will allow better resource allocation for anti-venom distribution.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) Only three

• d) All four

Solution: b)

The classification of snakebite cases as “notifiable diseases” is a step toward addressing the significant public health challenge posed by snakebites in India.

• Statement 1 is Correct. The primary goal of this classification is to enhance public health interventions, improve reporting systems, and ultimately reduce snakebite-related fatalities by prioritizing them as a public health issue.

• Statement 2 is Incorrect. While the central government has urged States and Union Territories to classify snakebites as notifiable diseases, it is not yet mandatory for all regions.

• Statement 3 is Incorrect. This initiative is part of the National Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming (NAPSE), which focuses on managing snakebite incidents rather than snake conservation.

• Statement 4: Correct. Enhanced surveillance resulting from this classification will help allocate resources more efficiently, including anti-venom production, distribution, and training healthcare workers.

Solution: b)

The classification of snakebite cases as “notifiable diseases” is a step toward addressing the significant public health challenge posed by snakebites in India.

• Statement 2 is Incorrect. While the central government has urged States and Union Territories to classify snakebites as notifiable diseases, it is not yet mandatory for all regions.

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