15th June 2021 Current Affairs Quiz
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15th June 2021 Current Affairs Quiz for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Which of the following statements regarding GI Tag are correct?
1. “Zardalu Mango of Maharashtra is GI certified.
2. The registration of a geographical indication is valid for a period of 15 years, previously it was 10 years now increased by 5 years.
3. GI is also governed by the World Trade Organization’s (WTO’s) Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS), which India is Signatory
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAns;- c)
Explanation;-
The 2nd statement is incorrect because still the GI Tag validation is for 10 Years only not 15 Yrs.Zardalu Mango
• “Zardalu Mango/ Jardalu Mango” of Bhagalpur (Bihar) are famous in world by virtue of its unique fragrance.
• Zardalu mango is light yellow in colour and is known for its sweet fragrance.
• They also received the GI tags.
• Jardalu mango was first planted in Bhagalpur region by Maharaja Rahmat Ali Khan Bahadur of Kharagpur.
• Jardalu mango from Bhagalpur had found a preferred place on the dining tables of different Prime ministers, the Presidents of India, Lok Sabha Speakers, vice-presidents of India and other dignitaries at national and state level.
• Recently department of Posts, Government of India and Department of Horticulture, Government of Bihar have joined hands to supply ”Shahi Lichi” & “Zardalu Mango” to the people at doorstep.
• Customers can place order on website “horticulture.bihar.gov.in” online.IncorrectAns;- c)
Explanation;-
The 2nd statement is incorrect because still the GI Tag validation is for 10 Years only not 15 Yrs.Zardalu Mango
• “Zardalu Mango/ Jardalu Mango” of Bhagalpur (Bihar) are famous in world by virtue of its unique fragrance.
• Zardalu mango is light yellow in colour and is known for its sweet fragrance.
• They also received the GI tags.
• Jardalu mango was first planted in Bhagalpur region by Maharaja Rahmat Ali Khan Bahadur of Kharagpur.
• Jardalu mango from Bhagalpur had found a preferred place on the dining tables of different Prime ministers, the Presidents of India, Lok Sabha Speakers, vice-presidents of India and other dignitaries at national and state level.
• Recently department of Posts, Government of India and Department of Horticulture, Government of Bihar have joined hands to supply ”Shahi Lichi” & “Zardalu Mango” to the people at doorstep.
• Customers can place order on website “horticulture.bihar.gov.in” online. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following statements regarding Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojanaare is\are correct?
1. Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India (BPPI) is the implementation agency for PMBJP.
2. PMBJP stores 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.
Select the correct answer from the code below.CorrectAns;- C
About Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana
• Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) is a campaign launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals in 2008 under the name Jan Aushadi Campaign.
• Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India (BPPI) is the implementation agency for PMBJP.
• The Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India works under the Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers.
• PMBJP stores 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.
• It also intends to extend the coverage of quality generic medicines so as to reduce the out of pocket expenditure on medicines and thereby redefine the unit cost of treatment per person.IncorrectAns;- C
About Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana
• Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) is a campaign launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals in 2008 under the name Jan Aushadi Campaign.
• Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India (BPPI) is the implementation agency for PMBJP.
• The Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India works under the Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers.
• PMBJP stores 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.
• It also intends to extend the coverage of quality generic medicines so as to reduce the out of pocket expenditure on medicines and thereby redefine the unit cost of treatment per person. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), which of the following statements
is/are correct?
1. It is an odourless, non-toxic and non- corrosive fuel.
2. It is more economical to produce than diesel.
3. Saudi Arabia is the largest supplier of LNG to India.
Select the correct answer using the code
given below.CorrectAnswer: B
Qatar remains the main LNG supplier to India
IncorrectAnswer: B
Qatar remains the main LNG supplier to India
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following organizations releases the report “International Debt
Statistics”?CorrectAnswer: A
IncorrectAnswer: A
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following statements regarding Defence India Startup Challenge is\are correct?
1. Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC) was launched to address problems faced by the Armed Forces, DPSUs & OFB.
2. It was launched under the Ministry of Defence in partnership with Ministry of Finance.
Select the correct answer from the code below.CorrectAnswer: a
Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC)
• iDEX-DIO had launched the Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC) to address problems faced by the Armed Forces, DPSUs & OFB.
• The Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC) has been launched under the Ministry of Defence in partnership with Atal Innovation Mission.
The program aims at supporting Startups/MSMEs/Innovators to create prototypes and/or commercialize products/solutions in the area of National Defence and Security.IncorrectAnswer: a
Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC)
• iDEX-DIO had launched the Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC) to address problems faced by the Armed Forces, DPSUs & OFB.
• The Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC) has been launched under the Ministry of Defence in partnership with Atal Innovation Mission.
The program aims at supporting Startups/MSMEs/Innovators to create prototypes and/or commercialize products/solutions in the area of National Defence and Security.
