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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
2 points
With reference to Kala Azar, consider the following statements:
It is a parasitic infection.
It is transmitted by mosquitoes.
India became the first country in the world to be officially validated by the WHO for eliminating Kala Azar as a public health problem.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Ans: A
Exp:
In 2023, for the first time India hit the target towards eliminating Kala Azar. It has achieved the target of reporting less than one case per 10,000 population across all blocks in 2023.
Statement 1 is correct: Kala Azar (or visceral leishmaniasis) is a parasitic infection.
Statement 2 is incorrect: It is transmitted by sandflies.
It causes fever, weight loss, spleen and liver enlargement.
Elimination for Kala Azar is defined as no block in the country reporting more than one case per 10,000 people.
It can be fatal in 95% of cases,if left untreated.
It is the second deadliest parasitic disease after malaria in India.
Statement 3 is incorrect: In October 2023, Bangladesh became the first country in the world to be officially validated by the WHO for eliminating Kala Azar as a public health problem.
India’s initial target year for Kala Azar elimination was 2010, which was later extended to 2015, 2017, and then 2020.
Incorrect
Ans: A
Exp:
In 2023, for the first time India hit the target towards eliminating Kala Azar. It has achieved the target of reporting less than one case per 10,000 population across all blocks in 2023.
Statement 1 is correct: Kala Azar (or visceral leishmaniasis) is a parasitic infection.
Statement 2 is incorrect: It is transmitted by sandflies.
It causes fever, weight loss, spleen and liver enlargement.
Elimination for Kala Azar is defined as no block in the country reporting more than one case per 10,000 people.
It can be fatal in 95% of cases,if left untreated.
It is the second deadliest parasitic disease after malaria in India.
Statement 3 is incorrect: In October 2023, Bangladesh became the first country in the world to be officially validated by the WHO for eliminating Kala Azar as a public health problem.
India’s initial target year for Kala Azar elimination was 2010, which was later extended to 2015, 2017, and then 2020.
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
2 points
Which of the following countries shares land borders with Albania?
Greece
Montenegro
Italy
Bulgaria.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Correct
Ans: A
Exp:
India to open a diplomatic mission in Tirana, the capital of Albania.
Albania is a country in Southeastern Europe that lies along the Adriatic and Ionian Seas.
It is situated on the Balkan Peninsula and is one of the most mountainous countries in Europe.
It is bounded by:
Montenegro to the northwest.
Kosovo to the northeast.
North Macedoniato the east
Greece to the southeast and south.
Albania shares its maritime borders with Croatia and Italy.
Albania is at the crossroads between the European Union and East.
Incorrect
Ans: A
Exp:
India to open a diplomatic mission in Tirana, the capital of Albania.
Albania is a country in Southeastern Europe that lies along the Adriatic and Ionian Seas.
It is situated on the Balkan Peninsula and is one of the most mountainous countries in Europe.
It is bounded by:
Montenegro to the northwest.
Kosovo to the northeast.
North Macedoniato the east
Greece to the southeast and south.
Albania shares its maritime borders with Croatia and Italy.
Albania is at the crossroads between the European Union and East.
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
2 points
With reference to BrahMos missile, consider the following statements:
It is a two-stage missile.
It has pinpoint accuracy that works in both day and night irrespective of the weather conditions.
Currently, the range of the missile is capped at 290 km as per obligations of the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR).
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Ans: B
Exp:
Cabinet Committee on Security approves ₹19,000 crore mega Navy deal for BrahMos missiles
Statement 1 is correct: BrahMos missile is a supersonic cruise missile.
It is a two-stage (solid propellant engine in the first stage and liquid ramjet in second) missile.
It is a joint venture between the Defence Research and Development Organisation of India (DRDO) and the NPOM of Russia.
Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR)
Established: in 1987, by G-7 countries – USA, UK, France, Germany, Canada, Italy, and Japan
Aim: to reduce the danger of Weapons of Mass destruction(WMD) proliferation by regulating exports of products and technologies that could be used to contribute to delivery systems (other than manned aircraft) for such weapons.
Members: 35
India became the 35th member of the MTCR on June 27, 2016
China is not a member
It is not a legally-binding treaty.
Consensus decision: MTCR decisions including decisions on membership require a consensus decision by all current Regime members.
Statement 2 is correct: It has pinpoint accuracy that works in both day and night irrespective of the weather conditions.
It is a multiplatform missile i.eIt can be launched from land, air, and sea and multi capability missile and has been long inducted by the Indian armed forces.
It operates on the “Fire and Forgets” principle i.e it does not require further guidance after launch.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The range of the missile was originally capped at 290 km as per obligations of the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR).
Since India became a member of MTCR in 2016, the range of the supersonic cruise missile has been increased from 290 km to about 900 km.
Incorrect
Ans: B
Exp:
Cabinet Committee on Security approves ₹19,000 crore mega Navy deal for BrahMos missiles
Statement 1 is correct: BrahMos missile is a supersonic cruise missile.
It is a two-stage (solid propellant engine in the first stage and liquid ramjet in second) missile.
It is a joint venture between the Defence Research and Development Organisation of India (DRDO) and the NPOM of Russia.
Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR)
Established: in 1987, by G-7 countries – USA, UK, France, Germany, Canada, Italy, and Japan
Aim: to reduce the danger of Weapons of Mass destruction(WMD) proliferation by regulating exports of products and technologies that could be used to contribute to delivery systems (other than manned aircraft) for such weapons.
Members: 35
India became the 35th member of the MTCR on June 27, 2016
China is not a member
It is not a legally-binding treaty.
Consensus decision: MTCR decisions including decisions on membership require a consensus decision by all current Regime members.
Statement 2 is correct: It has pinpoint accuracy that works in both day and night irrespective of the weather conditions.
It is a multiplatform missile i.eIt can be launched from land, air, and sea and multi capability missile and has been long inducted by the Indian armed forces.
It operates on the “Fire and Forgets” principle i.e it does not require further guidance after launch.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The range of the missile was originally capped at 290 km as per obligations of the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR).
Since India became a member of MTCR in 2016, the range of the supersonic cruise missile has been increased from 290 km to about 900 km.
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
2 points
With reference to Miyawaki technique, consider the following statements:
It entails planting two to four varieties of indigenous trees per square metre.
It enables the trees to exhibit a growth rate much faster than conventional methods
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Correct
Ans: D
Exp:
Statement 1 is correct: The Miyawaki technique is a method that aims to establish a dense forest in a short period of time.
It involves cultivating multi- layered forests that exhibit rapid growth and replicate the natural biodiversity found in native forests.
Implementation of the Miyawaki technique entails planting two to four varieties of indigenous trees per square metre.
Statement 2 is correct: Under this technique, the selected plant species are largely self-sustaining, eliminating the need for regular maintenance such as fertilisation and watering.
The interdependence among plants supports growth of each other, promoting overall health and vitality.
As a result, trees exhibit a growth rate much faster than conventional methods and contribute to creating a heightened carbon sink.
Incorrect
Ans: D
Exp:
Statement 1 is correct: The Miyawaki technique is a method that aims to establish a dense forest in a short period of time.
It involves cultivating multi- layered forests that exhibit rapid growth and replicate the natural biodiversity found in native forests.
Implementation of the Miyawaki technique entails planting two to four varieties of indigenous trees per square metre.
Statement 2 is correct: Under this technique, the selected plant species are largely self-sustaining, eliminating the need for regular maintenance such as fertilisation and watering.
The interdependence among plants supports growth of each other, promoting overall health and vitality.
As a result, trees exhibit a growth rate much faster than conventional methods and contribute to creating a heightened carbon sink.
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
2 points
With reference to State Pollution Control Boards (SPCB), consider the following statements:
They were initially constituted in pursuance of the Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1974.
The members of the SPCB are nominated by the Central Governments.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Ans: A
Exp:
The Supreme Court held both the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) and the Thoothukudi district administration equally responsible for the accumulation of toxins related to the closed Vedanta copper smelting plant.
It criticised pollution regulators, stating they have been slack in exercising their legal powers.
Statement 1 is correct: The State Pollution Control Boards (SPCB) were constituted in pursuance of the Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1974.
After the enactment of the Air (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, the enforcing responsibility was entrusted to these Boards.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The members of State Pollution Control Boards are nominated by respective State Governments (not Central Government).
Incorrect
Ans: A
Exp:
The Supreme Court held both the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) and the Thoothukudi district administration equally responsible for the accumulation of toxins related to the closed Vedanta copper smelting plant.
It criticised pollution regulators, stating they have been slack in exercising their legal powers.
Statement 1 is correct: The State Pollution Control Boards (SPCB) were constituted in pursuance of the Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1974.
After the enactment of the Air (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, the enforcing responsibility was entrusted to these Boards.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The members of State Pollution Control Boards are nominated by respective State Governments (not Central Government).
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