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10 PM Quiz: February 14, 2018
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1. Question
1 pointsRegarding Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana’, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- It is a campaign launched by the Department of Health, Government of India.
- It aims to provide generic drugs at affordable prices to the masses through designated outlets.
- Over the Counter products sold at Janaushadhi outlets can be purchased by any individual with a prescription from a registered medical practitioner.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana is a campaign launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Govt. Of India Department. Department of Pharmaceuticals is under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.
Statement 2 is correct. The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana aims to provide quality medicines at affordable prices to the masses through special kendra’s known as Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Kendra. Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Kendra (PMBJK) have been set up to provide generic drugs, which are available at lesser prices but are equivalent in quality and efficacy as expensive branded drugs.
Statement 3 is incorrect. OTC products can be purchased by any individual without a prescription. A prescription from a registered medical practitioner is necessary for purchase of schedule drugs.
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana is a campaign launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Govt. Of India Department. Department of Pharmaceuticals is under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.
Statement 2 is correct. The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana aims to provide quality medicines at affordable prices to the masses through special kendra’s known as Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Kendra. Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Kendra (PMBJK) have been set up to provide generic drugs, which are available at lesser prices but are equivalent in quality and efficacy as expensive branded drugs.
Statement 3 is incorrect. OTC products can be purchased by any individual without a prescription. A prescription from a registered medical practitioner is necessary for purchase of schedule drugs.
- Question 2 of 7
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
World Government Summit (WGS)
- is an annual summit organized by the World Democratic Forum.
- held in 2018 is the 6th of such summit.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The World Government Summit (WGS) has not been organized by World Democratic Forum. WGS is global platform dedicated to shaping future of government worldwide. It brings together leaders in government for global dialogue about governmental process and policies with focus on issues of futurism, technology and innovation etc. The first WGS was held in Dubai in 2013 and since then it is held annually.
The Summit sets agenda for next generation of governments with focus on how they can harness innovation and technology to solve universal challenges facing humanity.. It functions as thought leadership platform and networking hub for policymakers, experts, and pioneers in human development.
Statement 2 is correct. The sixth edition of World Government Summit (WGS) 2018 was held at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) from February 11 to 13, 2018. India was guest country at this year’s event and Prime Minister Narendra Modi had delivered the inaugural speech on day one.
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The World Government Summit (WGS) has not been organized by World Democratic Forum. WGS is global platform dedicated to shaping future of government worldwide. It brings together leaders in government for global dialogue about governmental process and policies with focus on issues of futurism, technology and innovation etc. The first WGS was held in Dubai in 2013 and since then it is held annually.
The Summit sets agenda for next generation of governments with focus on how they can harness innovation and technology to solve universal challenges facing humanity.. It functions as thought leadership platform and networking hub for policymakers, experts, and pioneers in human development.
Statement 2 is correct. The sixth edition of World Government Summit (WGS) 2018 was held at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) from February 11 to 13, 2018. India was guest country at this year’s event and Prime Minister Narendra Modi had delivered the inaugural speech on day one.
- Question 3 of 7
3. Question
1 pointsHow many countries share border with South Sudan?
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Six countries share border with South Sudan. They are Uganda; Democratic Republic of the Congo; Central African Republic; Sudan; Ethiopia and Kenya.
South Sudan had gained independence from Sudan in 2011, making it the newest nation in the world. Civil war had broken out in infant nation in 2013. The UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is newest UN Peacekeeping Mission. India, with 2,237 troops, is the highest contributor in terms of troops to UNMISS. In addition to India, 53 nations from around the world have contributed troops to the peacekeeping mission.
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Six countries share border with South Sudan. They are Uganda; Democratic Republic of the Congo; Central African Republic; Sudan; Ethiopia and Kenya.
South Sudan had gained independence from Sudan in 2011, making it the newest nation in the world. Civil war had broken out in infant nation in 2013. The UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is newest UN Peacekeeping Mission. India, with 2,237 troops, is the highest contributor in terms of troops to UNMISS. In addition to India, 53 nations from around the world have contributed troops to the peacekeeping mission.
- Question 4 of 7
4. Question
1 pointswhich of the following statement correctly describes the term ‘Platform-as-a-service (PaaS)’?
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Proxy server: A server that acts as an intermediary between users and others servers, validating user requests.
Security information and event management (SIEM): Process in which network information is aggregated, sorted and correlated to detect suspicious activities.
Supply chain: A set of organizations with linked resources and processes involved in the production of a product.Incorrect
Proxy server: A server that acts as an intermediary between users and others servers, validating user requests.
Security information and event management (SIEM): Process in which network information is aggregated, sorted and correlated to detect suspicious activities.
Supply chain: A set of organizations with linked resources and processes involved in the production of a product. - Question 5 of 7
5. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2017 which has been released by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), consider the following statements:
- There is no increase in the forest cover.
- India ranked 10th in world with 24.4% of land area under forest tree.
- Karnataka topped the list of states with maximum Forest cover.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2017 has revealed that total forest and tree cover in India has increased of over 8,021 sq km (about 80.20 million hectare) which is one percent increase from 2015.
Statement 2 is correct. India is ranked 10th in world, with 24.4% of land area under forest and tree cover, even though it accounts for 2.4 % of the world surface area and sustains needs of 17 % of human and 18 % livestock population. India was placed 8th in list of Top Ten nations reporting the greatest annual net gain in forest area.
Statement 3 is incorrect. India is ranked 10th in world, with 24.4% of land area under forest and tree cover, even though it accounts for 2.4 % of the world surface area and sustains needs of 17 % of human and 18 % livestock population. India was placed 8th in list of Top Ten nations reporting the greatest annual net gain in forest area.
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2017 has revealed that total forest and tree cover in India has increased of over 8,021 sq km (about 80.20 million hectare) which is one percent increase from 2015.
Statement 2 is correct. India is ranked 10th in world, with 24.4% of land area under forest and tree cover, even though it accounts for 2.4 % of the world surface area and sustains needs of 17 % of human and 18 % livestock population. India was placed 8th in list of Top Ten nations reporting the greatest annual net gain in forest area.
Statement 3 is incorrect. India is ranked 10th in world, with 24.4% of land area under forest and tree cover, even though it accounts for 2.4 % of the world surface area and sustains needs of 17 % of human and 18 % livestock population. India was placed 8th in list of Top Ten nations reporting the greatest annual net gain in forest area.
- Question 6 of 7
6. Question
1 pointsThe port of Duqm is located in
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The Port of Duqm is strategically located situated on southeastern seaboard of Oman, overlooking Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean. It is straddled along critical sea lanes in Arabian Sea and Gulf of Aden.
The Port of Duqm is located in close proximity to Chabahar port in Iran (being developed by India open a trade route to Afghanistan and Central Asia, bypassing Pakistan) and Gwadar Port in Pakistan which is developed by China as part of CPEC (China–Pakistan Economic Corridor). The port also has special economic zone, where about $1.8 billion investments are being made by some Indian companies.
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The Port of Duqm is strategically located situated on southeastern seaboard of Oman, overlooking Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean. It is straddled along critical sea lanes in Arabian Sea and Gulf of Aden.
The Port of Duqm is located in close proximity to Chabahar port in Iran (being developed by India open a trade route to Afghanistan and Central Asia, bypassing Pakistan) and Gwadar Port in Pakistan which is developed by China as part of CPEC (China–Pakistan Economic Corridor). The port also has special economic zone, where about $1.8 billion investments are being made by some Indian companies.
- Question 7 of 7
7. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statements is/are correct about Kisan Vikas Patra?
- Kisan Vikas Patra are available for purchase at Post Offices as well as all commercial banks in India.
- No income tax benefit is available under the scheme.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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Statement 1 is incorrect. Kisan Vikas Patra can be purchased from any Departmental Post office not at commercial banks.
Statement 2 is correct. No income tax benefit is available under the Kisan Vikas Patra.
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Statement 1 is incorrect. Kisan Vikas Patra can be purchased from any Departmental Post office not at commercial banks.
Statement 2 is correct. No income tax benefit is available under the Kisan Vikas Patra.
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