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10 PM Quiz: August 2, 2020
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- Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor:
- It is a large-scale scientific experiment intended to prove the viability of fusion as an energy source.
- India is one of the participating countries in the project.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Both statements are correct.
ITER (International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor) is a large-scale scientific experiment that intends to prove the viability of fusion as an energy source.
ITER is currently under construction in the south of France. Seven partners—China, the European Union, India, Japan, Korea, Russia and the United States—have pooled their financial and scientific resources to build this fusion reactor.
ITER will not produce electricity, but it will resolve critical scientific and technical issues in order to take fusion to the point where industrial applications can be designed. By producing 500 MW of fusion power from 50 MW of power injected in the systems that heat the plasma—a “gain factor” of 10—ITER will open the way to the next step: a demonstration fusion power plant.
A fusion reactor would produce virtually no CO2 or atmospheric pollutants, and its radioactive waste products would mostly be very short-lived compared to those produced by conventional nuclear fission reactors.
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Both statements are correct.
ITER (International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor) is a large-scale scientific experiment that intends to prove the viability of fusion as an energy source.
ITER is currently under construction in the south of France. Seven partners—China, the European Union, India, Japan, Korea, Russia and the United States—have pooled their financial and scientific resources to build this fusion reactor.
ITER will not produce electricity, but it will resolve critical scientific and technical issues in order to take fusion to the point where industrial applications can be designed. By producing 500 MW of fusion power from 50 MW of power injected in the systems that heat the plasma—a “gain factor” of 10—ITER will open the way to the next step: a demonstration fusion power plant.
A fusion reactor would produce virtually no CO2 or atmospheric pollutants, and its radioactive waste products would mostly be very short-lived compared to those produced by conventional nuclear fission reactors.
- Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Lidar (Light Detection and Ranging):
- It uses light in the form of a pulsed laser to measure distances.
- Lidar systems can measure natural as well as manmade environments with accuracy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Both statements are correct.
Lidar (Light Detection and Ranging) is a remote sensing method that uses light in the form of a pulsed laser to measure ranges to the Earth. These light pulses, combined with other data recorded by the airborne system, generate precise, three-dimensional information about the shape of the Earth and its surface characteristics.
A lidar instrument principally consists of a laser, a scanner, and a specialized GPS receiver.
From an airplane or helicopter, LiDAR systems send light to the ground. This pulse hits the ground and returns to the sensor. Then, it measures how long it takes for the light to return back to the sensor. By recording the return time, this is how LiDAR measures distance.
Digiantra Research and Technology (DRT), a space tech startup has developed India’s first In-orbit Space Debris Monitoring and tracking system based on the LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology.
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Both statements are correct.
Lidar (Light Detection and Ranging) is a remote sensing method that uses light in the form of a pulsed laser to measure ranges to the Earth. These light pulses, combined with other data recorded by the airborne system, generate precise, three-dimensional information about the shape of the Earth and its surface characteristics.
A lidar instrument principally consists of a laser, a scanner, and a specialized GPS receiver.
From an airplane or helicopter, LiDAR systems send light to the ground. This pulse hits the ground and returns to the sensor. Then, it measures how long it takes for the light to return back to the sensor. By recording the return time, this is how LiDAR measures distance.
Digiantra Research and Technology (DRT), a space tech startup has developed India’s first In-orbit Space Debris Monitoring and tracking system based on the LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology.
- Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWhat is the mandate of the Kris Gopalakrishnan committee?
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A Committee of Experts under the Chairmanship of Shri. Kris Gopalakrishnan has been constituted by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in to deliberate on Non-Personal Data Governance Framework. The following are the terms of reference of the said committee:
-To study various issues relating to Non-Personal Data.
-To make specific suggestions for consideration of the Central Government on the regulation of Non-Personal Data.
The committee has recently drafted its report and sought public comments.
-The report attempts to give definition of Non-personal Data and the concept of community data and the appropriate rights and privileges over this data.
-The report recommends the establishment of a Non-Personal Data Regulatory Authority with an enabling role as well as enforcing role.
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A Committee of Experts under the Chairmanship of Shri. Kris Gopalakrishnan has been constituted by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in to deliberate on Non-Personal Data Governance Framework. The following are the terms of reference of the said committee:
-To study various issues relating to Non-Personal Data.
-To make specific suggestions for consideration of the Central Government on the regulation of Non-Personal Data.
The committee has recently drafted its report and sought public comments.
-The report attempts to give definition of Non-personal Data and the concept of community data and the appropriate rights and privileges over this data.
-The report recommends the establishment of a Non-Personal Data Regulatory Authority with an enabling role as well as enforcing role.
- Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS):
- It is the statutory national standards body of India.
- Prime Minister is the chairperson of the bureau.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Statement 1 is correct. Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the National Standard Body of India established under the BIS Act 2016 for the harmonious development of the activities of standardization, marking and quality certification of goods and for matters connected.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, is the ex-officio president of the BIS.
Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS) Mobile App named “BIS-Care” has been launched recently to allow consumers to check the authenticity of the ISI-marked and hallmarked products and also lodge complaints using the application.
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Statement 1 is correct. Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the National Standard Body of India established under the BIS Act 2016 for the harmonious development of the activities of standardization, marking and quality certification of goods and for matters connected.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, is the ex-officio president of the BIS.
Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS) Mobile App named “BIS-Care” has been launched recently to allow consumers to check the authenticity of the ISI-marked and hallmarked products and also lodge complaints using the application.
- Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the COVAX Facility:
- It is a mechanism designed to guarantee rapid, fair and equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines worldwide.
- It is an initiative of the European Union and Government of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Statement 1 is correct. COVAX Facility is a mechanism designed to guarantee rapid, fair and equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines worldwide. Seventy-five countries have submitted expressions of interest to protect their populations and those of other nations through joining the COVAX.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The COVAX is co-led by Gavi, the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) and World Health Organisation (WHO).
COVAX is the vaccines pillar of the Access to COVID-19 Tools (ACT) Accelerator.
The ACT-Accelerator brings together leaders of governments, global health organizations, businesses and philanthropies in a united response against COVID-19. The ACT-Accelerator is organized into four pillars of work: diagnostics, treatment, vaccines and health system strengthening.
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Statement 1 is correct. COVAX Facility is a mechanism designed to guarantee rapid, fair and equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines worldwide. Seventy-five countries have submitted expressions of interest to protect their populations and those of other nations through joining the COVAX.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The COVAX is co-led by Gavi, the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) and World Health Organisation (WHO).
COVAX is the vaccines pillar of the Access to COVID-19 Tools (ACT) Accelerator.
The ACT-Accelerator brings together leaders of governments, global health organizations, businesses and philanthropies in a united response against COVID-19. The ACT-Accelerator is organized into four pillars of work: diagnostics, treatment, vaccines and health system strengthening.
- Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the National Transit Pass System:
- It has been launched by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
- It aims to facilitate seamless movement of forest produce across India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The National Transit Pass System (NTPS) has been launched recently by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Statement 2 is correct. It is an online system for issuing transit permits for timber, bamboo and other forest produce. It aims to make the process of getting permits faster and without physically going to forest department offices and the passes will be issued thorough mobile applications.
The pilot project will be functional in Madhya Pradesh and Telangana for now and is to be rolled out nationally in few months.
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The National Transit Pass System (NTPS) has been launched recently by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Statement 2 is correct. It is an online system for issuing transit permits for timber, bamboo and other forest produce. It aims to make the process of getting permits faster and without physically going to forest department offices and the passes will be issued thorough mobile applications.
The pilot project will be functional in Madhya Pradesh and Telangana for now and is to be rolled out nationally in few months.
- Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the Indian Scholastic Assessment (Ind-SAT):
- It is an exam for granting scholarships and admissions to foreign students for studying in India.
- Ind-SAT 2020 is the first ever exam under the initiative.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Both statements are correct.
The Ministry of Human Resource & Development recently conducted the first ever Indian Scholastic Assessment (Ind-SAT) Test 2020 under its ‘Study in India’ programme.
Ind-SAT is an exam for grant of scholarships and admissions to foreign students for studying in select Indian universities under the Study in India programme.
The Ind-SAT scores will serve as a criterion to shortlist the meritorious students for the allocation of scholarships for under graduate as well as post graduate programmes under ‘Study in India’ programme.
The Study in India is a programme of MHRD under which foreign students come to study in 116 select higher education institutions in India for under graduate and post graduate programmes.
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Both statements are correct.
The Ministry of Human Resource & Development recently conducted the first ever Indian Scholastic Assessment (Ind-SAT) Test 2020 under its ‘Study in India’ programme.
Ind-SAT is an exam for grant of scholarships and admissions to foreign students for studying in select Indian universities under the Study in India programme.
The Ind-SAT scores will serve as a criterion to shortlist the meritorious students for the allocation of scholarships for under graduate as well as post graduate programmes under ‘Study in India’ programme.
The Study in India is a programme of MHRD under which foreign students come to study in 116 select higher education institutions in India for under graduate and post graduate programmes.
- Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsThe ‘Financial Management Index for Rural Development Programmes’ is to rank States on which of the following parameter(s)?
- Social Audit
- Internal Audit
- Direct Benefit Transfer
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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Recently Ministry of Rural Development released a “Financial Management Index for Rural Development Programmes” to rank the performance of the States on the basis of following parameters:
-Preparation of annual plan, projecting the requirement of funds for the financial year, expeditious release of State’s share, timely utilization of the funds and submission of the Utilization Certificates etc.;
-Optimum implementation of Public Financial Management System (PFMS) & Direct Benefit Transfer;
-Internal Audit; and
-Social Audit.
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Recently Ministry of Rural Development released a “Financial Management Index for Rural Development Programmes” to rank the performance of the States on the basis of following parameters:
-Preparation of annual plan, projecting the requirement of funds for the financial year, expeditious release of State’s share, timely utilization of the funds and submission of the Utilization Certificates etc.;
-Optimum implementation of Public Financial Management System (PFMS) & Direct Benefit Transfer;
-Internal Audit; and
-Social Audit.
- Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Operation Breathing Space:
- It aims to develop, test and deploy rapid diagnostic tests for COVID-19.
- It is a collaborative initiative between India and Israel.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Both statements are correct.
‘Operation Breathing Space’ is collaboration between Israeli scientists, health experts and their Indian counterparts to develop, test and deploy rapid diagnostic tests for Covid-19.
The joint effort also plans to develop high-tech equipment to minimize exposure of medical staff to the virus, advanced respirators and special sanitizers developed in Israel.
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Both statements are correct.
‘Operation Breathing Space’ is collaboration between Israeli scientists, health experts and their Indian counterparts to develop, test and deploy rapid diagnostic tests for Covid-19.
The joint effort also plans to develop high-tech equipment to minimize exposure of medical staff to the virus, advanced respirators and special sanitizers developed in Israel.
- Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsThe Green Growth Equity Fund (GGEF) is a joint initiative of India with which of the following country?
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The Green Growth Equity Fund (GGEF) is a joint initiative of the United Kingdom and India to invest in renewable energy, clean transportation, water and waste management in India.
The National Investment and Infrastructure Fund of India partnered with the Department for International Development (DFID), an arm of the UK government to launch the Green Growth Equity Fund (“GGEF”). Both have committed GBP 120 million each into the Fund. EverSource Capital, an equal joint venture between Everstone Group and Lightsource BP was selected as the fund manager for GGEF.
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The Green Growth Equity Fund (GGEF) is a joint initiative of the United Kingdom and India to invest in renewable energy, clean transportation, water and waste management in India.
The National Investment and Infrastructure Fund of India partnered with the Department for International Development (DFID), an arm of the UK government to launch the Green Growth Equity Fund (“GGEF”). Both have committed GBP 120 million each into the Fund. EverSource Capital, an equal joint venture between Everstone Group and Lightsource BP was selected as the fund manager for GGEF.
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