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1. Question
1 pointsCategory: current affairsConsider the following statements:
1. India is the largest fish producing country in the world.
2. Fisheries sector of India contributes more than five percent to the country’s Gross Value Added (GVA).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Fisheries and aquaculture continue to be an important source of food, nutrition, income and livelihood to millions of people. Export earnings from the Fisheries sector has been Rs.46,662.85 crores during 2019-20.
The sector provides livelihood support to about 280 lakh people at the primary level and almost twice the number along the value chain and the annual average growth rate in the Fisheries sector has been 7% over the last few years. Fish being an affordable and rich source of animal protein, is one of the healthiest options to mitigate hunger and nutrient deficiency.
Statement 1 is incorrect. India is the second largest fish producing country in the world accounting for 7.56% of global production after China.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Fisheries sector is contributing about 1.24% to the country’s Gross Value Added (GVA) and over 7.28% to the agricultural GVA.Incorrect
Fisheries and aquaculture continue to be an important source of food, nutrition, income and livelihood to millions of people. Export earnings from the Fisheries sector has been Rs.46,662.85 crores during 2019-20.
The sector provides livelihood support to about 280 lakh people at the primary level and almost twice the number along the value chain and the annual average growth rate in the Fisheries sector has been 7% over the last few years. Fish being an affordable and rich source of animal protein, is one of the healthiest options to mitigate hunger and nutrient deficiency.
Statement 1 is incorrect. India is the second largest fish producing country in the world accounting for 7.56% of global production after China.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Fisheries sector is contributing about 1.24% to the country’s Gross Value Added (GVA) and over 7.28% to the agricultural GVA. - Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsCategory: current affairsWhich of the following is/are correctly matched?
1. Yeondeunghoe – Lantern lighting festival in the Republic of Korea
2. Toguz Korgool – Strategy and intelligence game in Central Asia
Select the correct answer using the code given below:Correct
Option 1 is correctly matched. YeonDeungHoe, a Korean traditional cultural festival in which participants light up lanterns to celebrate Buddha’s Birthday, has become a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage of Humanity.
Option 2 is correctly matched. ‘Traditional intelligence and strategy game: Togyzqumalaq, Toguz Korgool, Mangala/Gocurme’ submitted with Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, has been inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, during the 15th Session of Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage which is being held online between 14-19 December 2020.Incorrect
Option 1 is correctly matched. YeonDeungHoe, a Korean traditional cultural festival in which participants light up lanterns to celebrate Buddha’s Birthday, has become a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage of Humanity.
Option 2 is correctly matched. ‘Traditional intelligence and strategy game: Togyzqumalaq, Toguz Korgool, Mangala/Gocurme’ submitted with Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, has been inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, during the 15th Session of Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage which is being held online between 14-19 December 2020. - Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsCategory: current affairsConsider the following statements regarding the Barak 8 missile:
1. It is a beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile.
2. It has been jointly developed by the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) and the DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organization).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Statement 1 is incorrect. The Barak-8 Surface-to-Air Missile Defence system or LRSAM provides a 360-degree defence against various airborne threats. Complemented by a state-of-the-art multi-mission radar, flexible control and command system, and two-way data link, Barak-8 can engage multiple targets at the same time during day and night in all weather conditions.
Statement 2 is correct. Barak-8, jointly developed by the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) and the DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organization) in India, is an advanced groundbreaking air and missile defense system which provides ultimate protection against a variety of aerial platforms, in both land and naval scenarios.
# Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently tested Army version of MRSAM is a surface to Air Missile developed jointly by DRDO, India and IAI, Israel for use of the Indian Army.Incorrect
Statement 1 is incorrect. The Barak-8 Surface-to-Air Missile Defence system or LRSAM provides a 360-degree defence against various airborne threats. Complemented by a state-of-the-art multi-mission radar, flexible control and command system, and two-way data link, Barak-8 can engage multiple targets at the same time during day and night in all weather conditions.
Statement 2 is correct. Barak-8, jointly developed by the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) and the DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organization) in India, is an advanced groundbreaking air and missile defense system which provides ultimate protection against a variety of aerial platforms, in both land and naval scenarios.
# Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently tested Army version of MRSAM is a surface to Air Missile developed jointly by DRDO, India and IAI, Israel for use of the Indian Army. - Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsCategory: current affairsWhat is ‘Variant Under Investigation (VUI)-20212/01’?
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A new variant of SARS- CoV 2 virus [Variant Under Investigation (VUI)-20212/01] also referred to as B.1.1.7 has been reported by the Government of United Kingdom (UK) to World Health Organization (WHO).
This variant is estimated by European Center for Disease Control (ECDC) to be more transmissible and affecting younger population. This variant is defined by a set of 17 changes or mutations. One of the most significant is an N501Y mutation in the spike protein that the virus uses to bind to the human ACE2 receptor. Changes in this part of the spike protein may result in the virus becoming more infectious and spreading more easily between people.Incorrect
A new variant of SARS- CoV 2 virus [Variant Under Investigation (VUI)-20212/01] also referred to as B.1.1.7 has been reported by the Government of United Kingdom (UK) to World Health Organization (WHO).
This variant is estimated by European Center for Disease Control (ECDC) to be more transmissible and affecting younger population. This variant is defined by a set of 17 changes or mutations. One of the most significant is an N501Y mutation in the spike protein that the virus uses to bind to the human ACE2 receptor. Changes in this part of the spike protein may result in the virus becoming more infectious and spreading more easily between people. - Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsCategory: current affairsConsider the following statements regarding the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC):
1. It is a statutory body under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
2. Union government has decided to merge the Directorate of Film Festivals and National Film Archives of India with NFDC.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Statement 1 is incorrect. National Film Development Corporation Ltd. (NFDC), incorporated in the year 1975, (100% owned Central Public Sector Undertaking) was formed by the Government of India with the primary objective of planning and promoting an organized, efficient, and integrated development of the Indian film industry.
Statement 2 is correct. Union Cabinet has recently approved to merge four of its film media units, namely Films Division, Directorate of Film Festivals, National Film Archives of India, and Children’s Film Society, India with the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) Ltd. by expanding the Memorandum of Articles of Association of NFDC, which will then carry out all the activities hitherto performed by them.Incorrect
Statement 1 is incorrect. National Film Development Corporation Ltd. (NFDC), incorporated in the year 1975, (100% owned Central Public Sector Undertaking) was formed by the Government of India with the primary objective of planning and promoting an organized, efficient, and integrated development of the Indian film industry.
Statement 2 is correct. Union Cabinet has recently approved to merge four of its film media units, namely Films Division, Directorate of Film Festivals, National Film Archives of India, and Children’s Film Society, India with the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) Ltd. by expanding the Memorandum of Articles of Association of NFDC, which will then carry out all the activities hitherto performed by them. - Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsCategory: current affairsConsider the following statements:
1. Aero India exhibition of aerospace and defence industries is organized every alternate year.
2. The Tejas LCA is a single engine Multi-Role Supersonic Fighter Aircraft
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Statement 1 is correct. Aero India exhibition is organized every alternate year. It is one of the major exhibition for aerospace and defence industries with a public air show. It enables industry professional to gain market insights, announce new developments and gain media coverage. Aero India offers a unique platform to international aviation sector to bolster business.
Aero India 2021 is the 13th edition of Aero India being organised at Bengaluru, Karnataka from 03-07 February 2021.
Statement 2 is correct. The Tejas LCA together with its variants, is the smallest and lightest Multi-Role Supersonic Fighter Aircraft of its class. This single engine, Compound-Delta-Wing, Tailless Aircraft is designed and developed to meet diverse needs of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
# The logo for Aero India is inspired by the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA).Incorrect
Statement 1 is correct. Aero India exhibition is organized every alternate year. It is one of the major exhibition for aerospace and defence industries with a public air show. It enables industry professional to gain market insights, announce new developments and gain media coverage. Aero India offers a unique platform to international aviation sector to bolster business.
Aero India 2021 is the 13th edition of Aero India being organised at Bengaluru, Karnataka from 03-07 February 2021.
Statement 2 is correct. The Tejas LCA together with its variants, is the smallest and lightest Multi-Role Supersonic Fighter Aircraft of its class. This single engine, Compound-Delta-Wing, Tailless Aircraft is designed and developed to meet diverse needs of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
# The logo for Aero India is inspired by the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA). - Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsCategory: current affairsConsider the following statements regarding the COVID Vaccine Intelligence Network (CoWIN):
1. It is a digitalized platform to be used to effectively roll out and scale up the mechanism for COVID Vaccination.
2. It has been launched by the World Health Organisation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Statement 1 is correct. COVID Vaccine Intelligence Network (CoWIN) system is a digitalised platform to be used to effectively roll out and scale up the mechanism for COVID Vaccine Distribution System, nationally in India.
Statement 2 is incorrect. It has been launched by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) along with Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has announced the launching of “CoWIN”, a Grand Challenge for strengthening the COVID Vaccine Intelligence Network (CoWIN) system.Incorrect
Statement 1 is correct. COVID Vaccine Intelligence Network (CoWIN) system is a digitalised platform to be used to effectively roll out and scale up the mechanism for COVID Vaccine Distribution System, nationally in India.
Statement 2 is incorrect. It has been launched by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) along with Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has announced the launching of “CoWIN”, a Grand Challenge for strengthening the COVID Vaccine Intelligence Network (CoWIN) system. - Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsCategory: current affairsConsider the following statements regarding the ‘Post Matric Scholarship to students belonging to Scheduled Castes (PMS-SC)’ scheme:
1. It allows students to pursue any post matric course starting from class 11th and onwards, with the Government meeting the cost of education.
2. The States will undertake fool-proof verification of the eligibility under the scheme.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Statement 1 is correct. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired recently approved major and transformatory changes in the Centrally Sponsored Scheme ‘Post Matric Scholarship to students belonging to Scheduled Castes (PMS-SC)’.
The Cabinet has approved a total investment of Rs. 59,048 Cr of which Central Government would spend Rs. 35,534 Cr (60%) and the balance would be spent by the State Govts. This replaces the existing ‘committed liability’ system and brings greater involvement of the Central Govt in this crucial scheme.
The Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Castes allows students to pursue any post matric course starting from class 11th and onwards, with the Govt meeting the cost of education.
Statement 2 is correct. The scheme will be run on an online platform with robust cyber security measures that would assure transparency, accountability, efficiency, and timely delivery of the assistance without any delays.
The States will undertake fool-proof verification of the eligibility, caste status, Aadhar identification and bank account details on the online portal.Incorrect
Statement 1 is correct. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired recently approved major and transformatory changes in the Centrally Sponsored Scheme ‘Post Matric Scholarship to students belonging to Scheduled Castes (PMS-SC)’.
The Cabinet has approved a total investment of Rs. 59,048 Cr of which Central Government would spend Rs. 35,534 Cr (60%) and the balance would be spent by the State Govts. This replaces the existing ‘committed liability’ system and brings greater involvement of the Central Govt in this crucial scheme.
The Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Castes allows students to pursue any post matric course starting from class 11th and onwards, with the Govt meeting the cost of education.
Statement 2 is correct. The scheme will be run on an online platform with robust cyber security measures that would assure transparency, accountability, efficiency, and timely delivery of the assistance without any delays.
The States will undertake fool-proof verification of the eligibility, caste status, Aadhar identification and bank account details on the online portal. - Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsCategory: current affairsWhich of the following is/are Indian research station(s) at Antarctica?
1. Maitri
2. Bharati
3. Himadri
Select the correct answer using the code given below:Correct
India presently has two research stations at Antarctica namely ‘Maitri’ and ‘Bharati’. ‘Bharati’ was established in 2013 and Maitri station has been in operation since 1989. At both the stations, research and investigations are undertaken to understand the Polar processes and phenomenon. Observations and studies are carried out in atmospheric, biological, geological, ecological sciences etc.
At Arctic, meteorological, biological, glaciological and past climate studies are undertaken in the vicinity of the station ‘Himadri’.
# Several people at a Chilean research station in Antarctica have been found infected with the novel coronavirus.Incorrect
India presently has two research stations at Antarctica namely ‘Maitri’ and ‘Bharati’. ‘Bharati’ was established in 2013 and Maitri station has been in operation since 1989. At both the stations, research and investigations are undertaken to understand the Polar processes and phenomenon. Observations and studies are carried out in atmospheric, biological, geological, ecological sciences etc.
At Arctic, meteorological, biological, glaciological and past climate studies are undertaken in the vicinity of the station ‘Himadri’.
# Several people at a Chilean research station in Antarctica have been found infected with the novel coronavirus. - Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsCategory: current affairsConsider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN):
1. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
2. The responsibility of identification of beneficiary farmer families rests with the State / UT Governments.
3. Persons who paid income tax last assessment year are not eligible under the scheme.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Statement 1 is incorrect. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is a Central Sector scheme with 100% funding from Government of India.
Statement 2 is correct. Under the Scheme an income support of Rs.6000/- per year is provided to all farmer families across the country in three equal installments of Rs.2000/- each every four months.
The entire responsibility of identification of beneficiary farmer families rests with the State / UT Governments.
Statement 3 is correct. All Persons who paid Income Tax in last assessment year are not eligible for benefits under the scheme.Incorrect
Statement 1 is incorrect. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is a Central Sector scheme with 100% funding from Government of India.
Statement 2 is correct. Under the Scheme an income support of Rs.6000/- per year is provided to all farmer families across the country in three equal installments of Rs.2000/- each every four months.
The entire responsibility of identification of beneficiary farmer families rests with the State / UT Governments.
Statement 3 is correct. All Persons who paid Income Tax in last assessment year are not eligible for benefits under the scheme.
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