UPSC Editorials Quiz : 5 July 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Dagestan, recently in news is located in a) Israel b) Russia c) Iran d) China Correct Solution: b) The Republic of Dagestan is located on Russia’s southern tip. The Caspian Sea lies to its east, Azerbaijan to its south, and Georgia to its west. To its northwest lies Chechnya, another restive Russian republic. Dagestan literally means “the land of the mountains” in Persian and Turkish, and lies on the transcontinental Caucasus Mountain range. It, along with Chechnya, is one of the seven republics forming the North Caucasian Federal District in Russia. Source Incorrect Solution: b) The Republic of Dagestan is located on Russia’s southern tip. The Caspian Sea lies to its east, Azerbaijan to its south, and Georgia to its west. To its northwest lies Chechnya, another restive Russian republic. Dagestan literally means “the land of the mountains” in Persian and Turkish, and lies on the transcontinental Caucasus Mountain range. It, along with Chechnya, is one of the seven republics forming the North Caucasian Federal District in Russia. Source

#### 1. Question

Dagestan, recently in news is located in

Solution: b)

The Republic of Dagestan is located on Russia’s southern tip. The Caspian Sea lies to its east, Azerbaijan to its south, and Georgia to its west. To its northwest lies Chechnya, another restive Russian republic. Dagestan literally means “the land of the mountains” in Persian and Turkish, and lies on the transcontinental Caucasus Mountain range. It, along with Chechnya, is one of the seven republics forming the North Caucasian Federal District in Russia.

• Solution: b) The Republic of Dagestan is located on Russia’s southern tip. The Caspian Sea lies to its east, Azerbaijan to its south, and Georgia to its west. To its northwest lies Chechnya, another restive Russian republic. Dagestan literally means “the land of the mountains” in Persian and Turkish, and lies on the transcontinental Caucasus Mountain range. It, along with Chechnya, is one of the seven republics forming the North Caucasian Federal District in Russia. Source

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question According to Article 103 of the Constitution of India, if any question arises as to whether a member of either House of Parliament has become subject to disqualifications mentioned under Article 102(1), the decision of _________shall be final? a) Parliament b) Supreme Court c) President d) Election Commission of India Correct Solution: c) Article 103, which says that if any question arises as to whether any sitting Member has become subject to any of the disqualifications mentioned under Article 102(1), the question shall be referred to the President whose decision shall be final. Before giving any decision on any such question, the President shall obtain the opinion of the Election Commission and shall act according to such opinion Incorrect Solution: c) Article 103, which says that if any question arises as to whether any sitting Member has become subject to any of the disqualifications mentioned under Article 102(1), the question shall be referred to the President whose decision shall be final. Before giving any decision on any such question, the President shall obtain the opinion of the Election Commission and shall act according to such opinion

#### 2. Question

According to Article 103 of the Constitution of India, if any question arises as to whether a member of either House of Parliament has become subject to disqualifications mentioned under Article 102(1), the decision of _________shall be final?

• a) Parliament

• b) Supreme Court

• c) President

• d) Election Commission of India

Solution: c)

Article 103, which says that if any question arises as to whether any sitting Member has become subject to any of the disqualifications mentioned under Article 102(1), the question shall be referred to the President whose decision shall be final.

Before giving any decision on any such question, the President shall obtain the opinion of the Election Commission and shall act according to such opinion

Solution: c)

Before giving any decision on any such question, the President shall obtain the opinion of the Election Commission and shall act according to such opinion

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Which of the following are the examples of Igneous Rock? Basalt Granite Sandstone Marble Quartzite How many of the above options is/are correct? a) Only two b) Only three c) Only four d) All five Correct Solution: a) Option 1 and 2 is correct. Igneous Rocks: Igneous rock is formed by the solidification of magma and lava. This is also known as the primary rock. Ex. Granite and Basalt etc. Sedimentary Rocks: Sedimentary rocks are the result of deposition of fragments of rocks by exogenous processes. This is also known as the secondary rocks. Ex: sandstone, limestone, shale etc. Metamorphic Rocks: Metamorphic Rocks formed from already-existing rocks that are undergoing recrystallization. Tertiary rocks are another name for metamorphic rocks. Ex: phyllite, schist, gneiss, quartzite and marble etc. Incorrect Solution: a) Option 1 and 2 is correct. Igneous Rocks: Igneous rock is formed by the solidification of magma and lava. This is also known as the primary rock. Ex. Granite and Basalt etc. Sedimentary Rocks: Sedimentary rocks are the result of deposition of fragments of rocks by exogenous processes. This is also known as the secondary rocks. Ex: sandstone, limestone, shale etc. Metamorphic Rocks: Metamorphic Rocks formed from already-existing rocks that are undergoing recrystallization. Tertiary rocks are another name for metamorphic rocks. Ex: phyllite, schist, gneiss, quartzite and marble etc.

#### 3. Question

Which of the following are the examples of Igneous Rock?

How many of the above options is/are correct?

• a) Only two

• b) Only three

• c) Only four

• d) All five

Solution: a)

Option 1 and 2 is correct.

Igneous Rocks:

Igneous rock is formed by the solidification of magma and lava. This is also known as the primary rock. Ex. Granite and Basalt etc.

Sedimentary Rocks:

Sedimentary rocks are the result of deposition of fragments of rocks by exogenous processes. This is also known as the secondary rocks. Ex: sandstone, limestone, shale etc.

Metamorphic Rocks:

Metamorphic Rocks formed from already-existing rocks that are undergoing recrystallization. Tertiary rocks are another name for metamorphic rocks. Ex: phyllite, schist, gneiss, quartzite and marble etc.

Solution: a)

Option 1 and 2 is correct.

Igneous Rocks:

Igneous rock is formed by the solidification of magma and lava. This is also known as the primary rock. Ex. Granite and Basalt etc.

Sedimentary Rocks:

Sedimentary rocks are the result of deposition of fragments of rocks by exogenous processes. This is also known as the secondary rocks. Ex: sandstone, limestone, shale etc.

Metamorphic Rocks:

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding the trials conducted under the Jammu and Kashmir Enemy Agents Ordinance. The trial under the Enemy Agents Ordinance is conducted by a special judge, appointed by the government. The accused cannot engage a lawyer to defend herself unless permitted by the court. The ordinance bars any disclosure or publication of the case tried under it. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: c) The trial under the Enemy Agents Ordinance is conducted by a special judge who is appointed by the “government in consultation with the High Court”. Under the ordinance, the accused cannot engage a lawyer to defend herself unless permitted by the court. There is no provision for appeal against the verdict, and the decision of the special judge can only be reviewed “by a person chosen by the Government from the judges of the High Court and the decision of that person shall be final”. The ordinance also bars any disclosure or publication of the case tried under it. “Any person who, without the previous authorisation of the Government, discloses or publishes any information with respect to any proceedings or with respects to any person proceeded against under this Ordinance, shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both,’’ according to the ordinance. Source Incorrect Solution: c) The trial under the Enemy Agents Ordinance is conducted by a special judge who is appointed by the “government in consultation with the High Court”. Under the ordinance, the accused cannot engage a lawyer to defend herself unless permitted by the court. There is no provision for appeal against the verdict, and the decision of the special judge can only be reviewed “by a person chosen by the Government from the judges of the High Court and the decision of that person shall be final”. The ordinance also bars any disclosure or publication of the case tried under it. “Any person who, without the previous authorisation of the Government, discloses or publishes any information with respect to any proceedings or with respects to any person proceeded against under this Ordinance, shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both,’’ according to the ordinance. Source

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the trials conducted under the Jammu and Kashmir Enemy Agents Ordinance.

• The trial under the Enemy Agents Ordinance is conducted by a special judge, appointed by the government.

• The accused cannot engage a lawyer to defend herself unless permitted by the court.

• The ordinance bars any disclosure or publication of the case tried under it.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: c)

The trial under the Enemy Agents Ordinance is conducted by a special judge who is appointed by the “government in consultation with the High Court”. Under the ordinance, the accused cannot engage a lawyer to defend herself unless permitted by the court.

There is no provision for appeal against the verdict, and the decision of the special judge can only be reviewed “by a person chosen by the Government from the judges of the High Court and the decision of that person shall be final”.

The ordinance also bars any disclosure or publication of the case tried under it. “Any person who, without the previous authorisation of the Government, discloses or publishes any information with respect to any proceedings or with respects to any person proceeded against under this Ordinance, shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both,’’ according to the ordinance.

Solution: c)

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding Balsams. Balsams are sometimes referred to as ‘touch-me-not’ due to their tendency to burst and distribute mature seeds upon touch. Balsams are considered significant indicator species for climate change. In India they are endemic to hilly tracts in north-eastern states. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 3 is incorrect. Balsams are sometimes referred to as ‘touch-me-not’ due to their tendency to burst and distribute mature seeds upon touch. Balsams are considered significant indicator species for climate change, reflecting alterations in plant populations when climate change occurs. Idukki district, where Munnar is located, is renowned for its diverse range of balsams, earning it the nickname of a “balsam paradise” among scientists. The high-altitude areas surrounding Anamudi, the highest mountain in the Western Ghats, are particularly known for their rich diversity of wild balsams. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 3 is incorrect. Balsams are sometimes referred to as ‘touch-me-not’ due to their tendency to burst and distribute mature seeds upon touch. Balsams are considered significant indicator species for climate change, reflecting alterations in plant populations when climate change occurs. Idukki district, where Munnar is located, is renowned for its diverse range of balsams, earning it the nickname of a “balsam paradise” among scientists. The high-altitude areas surrounding Anamudi, the highest mountain in the Western Ghats, are particularly known for their rich diversity of wild balsams.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Balsams.

• Balsams are sometimes referred to as ‘touch-me-not’ due to their tendency to burst and distribute mature seeds upon touch.

• Balsams are considered significant indicator species for climate change.

• In India they are endemic to hilly tracts in north-eastern states.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

Balsams are sometimes referred to as ‘touch-me-not’ due to their tendency to burst and distribute mature seeds upon touch.

• Balsams are considered significant indicator species for climate change, reflecting alterations in plant populations when climate change occurs.

• Idukki district, where Munnar is located, is renowned for its diverse range of balsams, earning it the nickname of a “balsam paradise” among scientists. The high-altitude areas surrounding Anamudi, the highest mountain in the Western Ghats, are particularly known for their rich diversity of wild balsams.

Solution: b)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

Balsams are sometimes referred to as ‘touch-me-not’ due to their tendency to burst and distribute mature seeds upon touch.

• Balsams are considered significant indicator species for climate change, reflecting alterations in plant populations when climate change occurs.

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