UPSC Editorials Quiz : 7 March 2025
Kartavya Desk Staff
Introducing QUED – Questions from Editorials (UPSC Editorials Quiz) , an innovative initiative from InsightsIAS. Considering the significant number of questions in previous UPSC Prelims from editorials, practicing MCQs from this perspective can provide an extra edge. While we cover important editorials separately in our Editorial Section and SECURE Initiative, adding QUED (UPSC Editorials Quiz) to your daily MCQ practice alongside Static Quiz, Current Affairs Quiz, and InstaDART can be crucial for better performance. We recommend utilizing this initiative to enhance your preparation, with 5 MCQs posted daily at 11 am from Monday to Saturday on our website under the QUIZ menu.
#### Quiz-summary
0 of 5 questions completed
Questions:
#### Information
Best of luck! 🙂
You have already completed the quiz before. Hence you can not start it again.
Quiz is loading...
You must sign in or sign up to start the quiz.
You have to finish following quiz, to start this quiz:
0 of 5 questions answered correctly
Your time:
Time has elapsed
You have reached 0 of 0 points, (0)
#### Categories
• Not categorized 0%
• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding the Geneva Conventions and their scope. Excludes protection for wounded soldiers at sea. Cover treatment of prisoners of war. Protects civilians from inhumane treatment. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Geneva Conventions are a set of international treaties that establish legal standards for humanitarian treatment during war. They form the core of international humanitarian law (IHL) and aim to limit the suffering of people who are not or no longer participating in hostilities, such as civilians, wounded soldiers, and prisoners of war. Adoption and History: The first Geneva Convention was adopted in 1864 to protect wounded soldiers on the battlefield. The current four Geneva Conventions were adopted on August 12, 1949, after World War II, to address the horrors of the war and provide comprehensive protection in armed conflicts. The Four Conventions: First Geneva Convention: Protects wounded and sick soldiers on land during war. Second Geneva Convention: Extends protection to wounded, sick, and shipwrecked military personnel at sea. Third Geneva Convention: Focuses on the treatment of prisoners of war. Fourth Geneva Convention: Protects civilians, including those in occupied territories, from inhumane treatment. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Geneva Conventions are a set of international treaties that establish legal standards for humanitarian treatment during war. They form the core of international humanitarian law (IHL) and aim to limit the suffering of people who are not or no longer participating in hostilities, such as civilians, wounded soldiers, and prisoners of war. Adoption and History: The first Geneva Convention was adopted in 1864 to protect wounded soldiers on the battlefield. The current four Geneva Conventions were adopted on August 12, 1949, after World War II, to address the horrors of the war and provide comprehensive protection in armed conflicts. The Four Conventions: First Geneva Convention: Protects wounded and sick soldiers on land during war. Second Geneva Convention: Extends protection to wounded, sick, and shipwrecked military personnel at sea. Third Geneva Convention: Focuses on the treatment of prisoners of war. Fourth Geneva Convention: Protects civilians, including those in occupied territories, from inhumane treatment.
#### 1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Geneva Conventions and their scope.
• Excludes protection for wounded soldiers at sea.
• Cover treatment of prisoners of war.
• Protects civilians from inhumane treatment.
How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Solution: a)
Statement 1 is incorrect.
The Geneva Conventions are a set of international treaties that establish legal standards for humanitarian treatment during war. They form the core of international humanitarian law (IHL) and aim to limit the suffering of people who are not or no longer participating in hostilities, such as civilians, wounded soldiers, and prisoners of war.
Adoption and History:
The first Geneva Convention was adopted in 1864 to protect wounded soldiers on the battlefield.
The current four Geneva Conventions were adopted on August 12, 1949, after World War II, to address the horrors of the war and provide comprehensive protection in armed conflicts.
The Four Conventions:
• First Geneva Convention: Protects wounded and sick soldiers on land during war.
• Second Geneva Convention: Extends protection to wounded, sick, and shipwrecked military personnel at sea.
• Third Geneva Convention: Focuses on the treatment of prisoners of war.
• Fourth Geneva Convention: Protects civilians, including those in occupied territories, from inhumane treatment.
Solution: a)
Statement 1 is incorrect.
The Geneva Conventions are a set of international treaties that establish legal standards for humanitarian treatment during war. They form the core of international humanitarian law (IHL) and aim to limit the suffering of people who are not or no longer participating in hostilities, such as civilians, wounded soldiers, and prisoners of war.
Adoption and History:
The first Geneva Convention was adopted in 1864 to protect wounded soldiers on the battlefield.
The current four Geneva Conventions were adopted on August 12, 1949, after World War II, to address the horrors of the war and provide comprehensive protection in armed conflicts.
The Four Conventions:
• First Geneva Convention: Protects wounded and sick soldiers on land during war.
• Second Geneva Convention: Extends protection to wounded, sick, and shipwrecked military personnel at sea.
• Third Geneva Convention: Focuses on the treatment of prisoners of war.
• Fourth Geneva Convention: Protects civilians, including those in occupied territories, from inhumane treatment.
• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Jiyo Parsi Scheme launched by the Minister for Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, on August 13, 2024? a) The scheme focuses on promoting inter-community marriages to increase the Parsi population. b) The scheme provides financial assistance only for the education of Parsi children. c) The scheme aims to reverse the declining trend of the Parsi population by adopting a scientific protocol and providing financial assistance for medical treatment and childcare. d) The scheme is aimed at increasing the population of the Parsi community by providing incentives for large families. Correct Solution: c) The Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju on August 13, 2024 launched the Jiyo Parsi Scheme portal, a Central Sector Scheme to arrest the population decline of the Parsi community in India. Emphasising on the rich heritage and culture of the community, the Minister said the Parsi population is decreasing and this needs to be addressed. He added that the government’s intervention in the form of the Jiyo Parsi Scheme is expected to help the community in the future. The portal will enable Parsi couples to apply online under the scheme which aims to reverse the declining trend of Parsi population by adopting a scientific protocol and structured interventions, and to stabilise their population. The scheme provides financial assistance to Parsi couples for medical treatment under standard medical protocol and towards childcare, and assistance to dependent elderly. The beneficiaries and applicants will be able to check the status of their application and will be able to receive the financial assistance online through Direct Benefit Transfer mode. Incorrect Solution: c) The Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju on August 13, 2024 launched the Jiyo Parsi Scheme portal, a Central Sector Scheme to arrest the population decline of the Parsi community in India. Emphasising on the rich heritage and culture of the community, the Minister said the Parsi population is decreasing and this needs to be addressed. He added that the government’s intervention in the form of the Jiyo Parsi Scheme is expected to help the community in the future. The portal will enable Parsi couples to apply online under the scheme which aims to reverse the declining trend of Parsi population by adopting a scientific protocol and structured interventions, and to stabilise their population. The scheme provides financial assistance to Parsi couples for medical treatment under standard medical protocol and towards childcare, and assistance to dependent elderly. The beneficiaries and applicants will be able to check the status of their application and will be able to receive the financial assistance online through Direct Benefit Transfer mode.
#### 2. Question
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Jiyo Parsi Scheme launched by the Minister for Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, on August 13, 2024?
• a) The scheme focuses on promoting inter-community marriages to increase the Parsi population.
• b) The scheme provides financial assistance only for the education of Parsi children.
• c) The scheme aims to reverse the declining trend of the Parsi population by adopting a scientific protocol and providing financial assistance for medical treatment and childcare.
• d) The scheme is aimed at increasing the population of the Parsi community by providing incentives for large families.
Solution: c)
The Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju on August 13, 2024 launched the Jiyo Parsi Scheme portal, a Central Sector Scheme to arrest the population decline of the Parsi community in India.
Emphasising on the rich heritage and culture of the community, the Minister said the Parsi population is decreasing and this needs to be addressed. He added that the government’s intervention in the form of the Jiyo Parsi Scheme is expected to help the community in the future.
The portal will enable Parsi couples to apply online under the scheme which aims to reverse the declining trend of Parsi population by adopting a scientific protocol and structured interventions, and to stabilise their population.
The scheme provides financial assistance to Parsi couples for medical treatment under standard medical protocol and towards childcare, and assistance to dependent elderly.
The beneficiaries and applicants will be able to check the status of their application and will be able to receive the financial assistance online through Direct Benefit Transfer mode.
Solution: c)
The Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju on August 13, 2024 launched the Jiyo Parsi Scheme portal, a Central Sector Scheme to arrest the population decline of the Parsi community in India.
Emphasising on the rich heritage and culture of the community, the Minister said the Parsi population is decreasing and this needs to be addressed. He added that the government’s intervention in the form of the Jiyo Parsi Scheme is expected to help the community in the future.
The portal will enable Parsi couples to apply online under the scheme which aims to reverse the declining trend of Parsi population by adopting a scientific protocol and structured interventions, and to stabilise their population.
The scheme provides financial assistance to Parsi couples for medical treatment under standard medical protocol and towards childcare, and assistance to dependent elderly.
The beneficiaries and applicants will be able to check the status of their application and will be able to receive the financial assistance online through Direct Benefit Transfer mode.
• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Which of the following techniques is used to track and manage “forever chemicals” known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)? a) Mass Spectrometry b) Ultraviolet Spectroscopy c) Gas Chromatography d) Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy Correct Solution: d) Researchers have developed a ground-breaking technique to track and manage “forever chemicals,” scientifically known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The researchers employed nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, which uses magnetic fields and radio waves to analyse the molecular structure of these chemicals without breaking them apart. This method identifies unique “fingerprints” of carbon isotopes in the molecules, enabling the tracking of the chemicals from their source to their destination. This technique, described as a “built-in barcode” for molecules, offers a new way to trace the spread of PFAS in the environment. Incorrect Solution: d) Researchers have developed a ground-breaking technique to track and manage “forever chemicals,” scientifically known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The researchers employed nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, which uses magnetic fields and radio waves to analyse the molecular structure of these chemicals without breaking them apart. This method identifies unique “fingerprints” of carbon isotopes in the molecules, enabling the tracking of the chemicals from their source to their destination. This technique, described as a “built-in barcode” for molecules, offers a new way to trace the spread of PFAS in the environment.
#### 3. Question
Which of the following techniques is used to track and manage “forever chemicals” known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)?
• a) Mass Spectrometry
• b) Ultraviolet Spectroscopy
• c) Gas Chromatography
• d) Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy
Solution: d)
Researchers have developed a ground-breaking technique to track and manage “forever chemicals,” scientifically known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
• The researchers employed nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, which uses magnetic fields and radio waves to analyse the molecular structure of these chemicals without breaking them apart.
• This method identifies unique “fingerprints” of carbon isotopes in the molecules, enabling the tracking of the chemicals from their source to their destination.
• This technique, described as a “built-in barcode” for molecules, offers a new way to trace the spread of PFAS in the environment.
Solution: d)
Researchers have developed a ground-breaking technique to track and manage “forever chemicals,” scientifically known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
• The researchers employed nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, which uses magnetic fields and radio waves to analyse the molecular structure of these chemicals without breaking them apart.
• This method identifies unique “fingerprints” of carbon isotopes in the molecules, enabling the tracking of the chemicals from their source to their destination.
• This technique, described as a “built-in barcode” for molecules, offers a new way to trace the spread of PFAS in the environment.
• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks: A DDoS attack is characterized by overwhelming a server with traffic from multiple sources, making it difficult for legitimate users to access the service. DDoS attacks are typically easier to counter than traditional Denial-of-Service (DoS) attacks because they originate from a single source. DDoS attacks can result in slow loading times or complete inaccessibility of online services. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct as a DDoS attack involves overwhelming a server with traffic from multiple sources, making it challenging for legitimate users to access the service. Statement 2 is incorrect because DDoS attacks are harder, not easier, to counter compared to traditional DoS attacks due to the multiple sources involved, often using botnets or spoofed IP addresses. Statement 3 is correct as DDoS attacks can indeed result in slow loading times or complete inaccessibility of online services. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct as a DDoS attack involves overwhelming a server with traffic from multiple sources, making it challenging for legitimate users to access the service. Statement 2 is incorrect because DDoS attacks are harder, not easier, to counter compared to traditional DoS attacks due to the multiple sources involved, often using botnets or spoofed IP addresses. Statement 3 is correct as DDoS attacks can indeed result in slow loading times or complete inaccessibility of online services.
#### 4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks:
• A DDoS attack is characterized by overwhelming a server with traffic from multiple sources, making it difficult for legitimate users to access the service.
• DDoS attacks are typically easier to counter than traditional Denial-of-Service (DoS) attacks because they originate from a single source.
• DDoS attacks can result in slow loading times or complete inaccessibility of online services.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
• a) 1 and 2 only
• b) 1 and 3 only
• c) 2 and 3 only
• d) 1, 2 and 3
Solution: b)
Statement 1 is correct as a DDoS attack involves overwhelming a server with traffic from multiple sources, making it challenging for legitimate users to access the service.
Statement 2 is incorrect because DDoS attacks are harder, not easier, to counter compared to traditional DoS attacks due to the multiple sources involved, often using botnets or spoofed IP addresses.
Statement 3 is correct as DDoS attacks can indeed result in slow loading times or complete inaccessibility of online services.
Solution: b)
Statement 1 is correct as a DDoS attack involves overwhelming a server with traffic from multiple sources, making it challenging for legitimate users to access the service.
Statement 2 is incorrect because DDoS attacks are harder, not easier, to counter compared to traditional DoS attacks due to the multiple sources involved, often using botnets or spoofed IP addresses.
Statement 3 is correct as DDoS attacks can indeed result in slow loading times or complete inaccessibility of online services.
• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding pyrocumulonimbus clouds: These clouds form during extremely hot wildfires or volcanic eruptions. Pyrocumulonimbus clouds often produce heavy rainfall, helping to extinguish wildfires. Rising global temperatures have contributed to the increased formation of these clouds. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 2 is incorrect. Pyrocumulonimbus clouds, formed during extremely hot wildfires or volcanic eruptions, are becoming more common due to rising global temperatures. These clouds develop when intense heat from a fire causes surrounding air, carrying water vapor, smoke, and ash, to rise rapidly into the atmosphere. As the air cools and condenses, a pyrocumulus cloud forms, which can evolve into a pyrocumulonimbus cloud if conditions are right. These towering clouds, which can reach heights of 50,000 feet, generate thunderstorms but little rain,potentially sparking new wildfires and spreading existing ones. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 2 is incorrect. Pyrocumulonimbus clouds, formed during extremely hot wildfires or volcanic eruptions, are becoming more common due to rising global temperatures. These clouds develop when intense heat from a fire causes surrounding air, carrying water vapor, smoke, and ash, to rise rapidly into the atmosphere. As the air cools and condenses, a pyrocumulus cloud forms, which can evolve into a pyrocumulonimbus cloud if conditions are right. These towering clouds, which can reach heights of 50,000 feet, generate thunderstorms but little rain,potentially sparking new wildfires and spreading existing ones.
#### 5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding pyrocumulonimbus clouds:
• These clouds form during extremely hot wildfires or volcanic eruptions.
• Pyrocumulonimbus clouds often produce heavy rainfall, helping to extinguish wildfires.
• Rising global temperatures have contributed to the increased formation of these clouds.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Solution: b)
Statement 2 is incorrect.
Pyrocumulonimbus clouds, formed during extremely hot wildfires or volcanic eruptions, are becoming more common due to rising global temperatures.
• These clouds develop when intense heat from a fire causes surrounding air, carrying water vapor, smoke, and ash, to rise rapidly into the atmosphere.
• As the air cools and condenses, a pyrocumulus cloud forms, which can evolve into a pyrocumulonimbus cloud if conditions are right.
• These towering clouds, which can reach heights of 50,000 feet, generate thunderstorms but little rain,potentially sparking new wildfires and spreading existing ones.
Solution: b)
Statement 2 is incorrect.
Pyrocumulonimbus clouds, formed during extremely hot wildfires or volcanic eruptions, are becoming more common due to rising global temperatures.
• These clouds develop when intense heat from a fire causes surrounding air, carrying water vapor, smoke, and ash, to rise rapidly into the atmosphere.
• As the air cools and condenses, a pyrocumulus cloud forms, which can evolve into a pyrocumulonimbus cloud if conditions are right.
• These towering clouds, which can reach heights of 50,000 feet, generate thunderstorms but little rain,potentially sparking new wildfires and spreading existing ones.
Join our Official Telegram Channel HERE for Motivation and Fast Updates
Join our Twitter Channel HERE
Follow our Instagram Channel HERE