10 PM Daily Current Affairs Quiz | August 28, 2023
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Question No. 1
Consider the following statements:
1.The near side of the moon is smoother and has more large volcanic plains whereas on the far side, there are large craters.
2.The crust on the far side of the moon is generally thinner compared to the near side.
3.The far side of the moon is shielded from radio signals coming from Earth, making it an ideal location for radio telescopes and other scientific observations that require minimal electromagnetic interference.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Question No. 2
With reference to the Siliguri Corridor, consider the following statements:
1.It serves as a natural buffer zone between the Himalayan Mountain range and the neighboring countries of Nepal and Bhutan.
2.All land trade between the North East and the rest of the country happens through this corridor.
Select the correct statements using the codes given below:
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Question No. 3
Sakteng Sanctuary is located in –
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Question No. 4
With reference to India Smart Cities Award Contest (ISAC) consider the following statements:
1.It is an event focused on celebrating the most traditional urban projects, emphasizing the value of preserving historical beauty over modern improvements.
2.The award for the best Union Territory in ISAC 2022 has gone to Chandigarh.
Select the correct statements using the codes given below:
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Question No. 5
With reference to Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) consider the following statements:
1.BCIs are designed to enable individuals to interact with and control these external devices using only their brain activity, bypassing traditional routes such as muscle movements or physical inputs.
2.It is a type of virtual reality headset that lets users experience immersive digital environments by connecting their thoughts to computer-generated simulations.
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Question No. 6
With reference to the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Scheme, consider the following statements
:1.It aims to eliminate hazardous cleaning, stop deaths of sewer and septic tank workers and ensure their safety and dignity.
:2.The scheme has replaced the Self-Employment Scheme for the Rehabilitation of Manual Scavengers (SRMS).
:3.It is a Central Sector Scheme.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
3.BCIs can empower individuals with paralysis or motor disabilities to regain communication and control over their environment.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Question No. 7
With reference to Nyaya Bandhu Initiative, consider the following statements:
1.It aims on developing advanced legal software that can replace human lawyers.
2.Beneficiaries or Applicants, in order to avail the benefits under this programme must belong to one of the categories mentioned under Section 12 of The Legal Services Authority Act of 1987. 
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
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Question No. 8
With reference to the India Clean Air Summit (ICAS) consider the following statements:
1.It aims to understand the impact of climate change on air pollution in the light of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the actions required to deal with it. 
2.It was organized by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
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Question No. 9
Consider the following statements:
1.Tiger Reserves are notified by the Central Government as per provisions of Section 40W of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
2.A tiger reserve cannot be de-notified by a State Government unless it’s in the public interest and approved by the Tiger Conservation Authority and the National Board for Wild Life.
3.Madhya Pradesh has the maximum number of tigers in the country.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Question No. 10
Dholpur-Karauli Tiger Reserve is located in –
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