10 PM Quiz: January 24, 2018
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1. Question
1 pointsWith reference to ‘Elcysma Ziroensis’, consider the following statements:
- It is a newly discovered a new species of moth in Arunachal Pradesh.
- It is a Bivoltine species, meaning it has two broods or generations per year.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
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Researchers from Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) have discovered a new species of moth, scientifically named Elcysma Ziroensis from Talley Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh. Thus, statement 1 is correct.
This species has only been seen during autumn, notably in the month of September, indicating that it is a univoltine species, meaning it has one brood of young in a year. Thus, statement 2 is incorrect.
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Researchers from Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) have discovered a new species of moth, scientifically named Elcysma Ziroensis from Talley Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh. Thus, statement 1 is correct.
This species has only been seen during autumn, notably in the month of September, indicating that it is a univoltine species, meaning it has one brood of young in a year. Thus, statement 2 is incorrect.
- Question 2 of 6
2. Question
1 pointsWith reference to National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), consider the following statements:
- It is a wholly owned company by the Government of India.
- The fund creates long-term value for domestic as well as international investors seeking investment in infrastructure related sectors.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
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The company is jointly-owned by the Government of India and investors from India and abroad. While NIIF’s government partnership ensures close engagement with policy-makers and central and state government agencies, its commercial investors ensure a principles led and professional approach to all investments. Thus, statement 1 is incorrect.
NIIF Ltd. is a fund manager that seeks to create long-term value for domestic and international investors seeking investment in energy, transportation, housing, water, waste management and other infrastructure-related sectors in India. Thus, statement 2 is correct.
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The company is jointly-owned by the Government of India and investors from India and abroad. While NIIF’s government partnership ensures close engagement with policy-makers and central and state government agencies, its commercial investors ensure a principles led and professional approach to all investments. Thus, statement 1 is incorrect.
NIIF Ltd. is a fund manager that seeks to create long-term value for domestic and international investors seeking investment in energy, transportation, housing, water, waste management and other infrastructure-related sectors in India. Thus, statement 2 is correct.
- Question 3 of 6
3. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP), consider the following statements:
- A government of India initiative Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP) has taken loan assistance of the World Bank.
- The project is under the administration of Ministry of Power.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
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A government of India initiative, the Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP) has been taken up with loan assistance of the World Bank for rehabilitation and improvement of about 250 dams initially in seven States (namely Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, and Uttarakhand) and institutional strengthening and project management in Central Water Commission (CWC) and other Implementing Agencies. Thus statement 1 is correct.
Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP) is implemented under the administration of Minister of State for Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation. Thus statement 2 is incorrect.
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A government of India initiative, the Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP) has been taken up with loan assistance of the World Bank for rehabilitation and improvement of about 250 dams initially in seven States (namely Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, and Uttarakhand) and institutional strengthening and project management in Central Water Commission (CWC) and other Implementing Agencies. Thus statement 1 is correct.
Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP) is implemented under the administration of Minister of State for Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation. Thus statement 2 is incorrect.
- Question 4 of 6
4. Question
1 pointsRizhao, missile equipped with an advanced weapons systems , is belong to which of the following country?
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It is a new missile frigate commissioned recently by the People’s Liberation Army Navy. Rizhao is a 140-metre-long and 16-metre-wide missile frigate designed and made by China. the missile frigate is equipped with an advanced weapons systems and can attack enemy ships and submarines alone or in coordination with other naval forces. The frigate was named after the city of Rizhao in Shandong Province.
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It is a new missile frigate commissioned recently by the People’s Liberation Army Navy. Rizhao is a 140-metre-long and 16-metre-wide missile frigate designed and made by China. the missile frigate is equipped with an advanced weapons systems and can attack enemy ships and submarines alone or in coordination with other naval forces. The frigate was named after the city of Rizhao in Shandong Province.
- Question 5 of 6
5. Question
1 pointsWith reference to “Inclusive Development Index (IDI-2018) recently released which of the following statement is/are incorrect?
- The report was released by World Bank.
- India was ranked at 62nd place among emerging economies.
- Norway topped list of emerging economies, while Lithuania remained world’s most inclusive advanced economy.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The report was released by World Economi Forum (WEF)
Statement 2 is correct. India was ranked at 62nd place among emerging economies.
Statement 3 is incorrect. Norway was again remained world’s most inclusive advanced economy, while Lithuania again topped list of emerging economies. India’s position is much below China (26th) and Pakistan (47th).
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The report was released by World Economi Forum (WEF)
Statement 2 is correct. India was ranked at 62nd place among emerging economies.
Statement 3 is incorrect. Norway was again remained world’s most inclusive advanced economy, while Lithuania again topped list of emerging economies. India’s position is much below China (26th) and Pakistan (47th).
- Question 6 of 6
6. Question
1 pointsWith reference to “Election Commission of India”, which of the following statement is/are correct?
- The Election Commission operates under the authority of Constitution per Article 324.
- The Election commission authorized to allot same symbol to two regional political.
- It gives recognition to the national parties, state parties and regional parties
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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Statement 1 is correct. The Election Commission of India is an autonomous constitutional authority responsible for administering election processes in India. Election Commission operates under the authority of Constitution per Article 324.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Election commission cannot allot same symbol to two regional political parties even if they are not in the same state.
Statement 3 is correct. It gives recognition to the national parties, state parties and regional parties
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Statement 1 is correct. The Election Commission of India is an autonomous constitutional authority responsible for administering election processes in India. Election Commission operates under the authority of Constitution per Article 324.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Election commission cannot allot same symbol to two regional political parties even if they are not in the same state.
Statement 3 is correct. It gives recognition to the national parties, state parties and regional parties
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