3rd April 2021 Current Affairs Quiz
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3rd April 2021 Current Affairs Quiz for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Sambhar lake in Rajasthan:
1. It is surrounded by Aravalli hills on all sides.
2. No microorganisms are found in this lake because of its high salt content.
3. Nearly half of India’s salt production comes from this lake.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: A
The specialized algae and bacteria growing in the lake provide striking watercolours and support the lake ecology which, in turn, sustains the migrating waterfowl. Algae and bacteria form a crucial component of this lake’s ecosystem. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.
Gujarat is the largest producer of salt in India with a share of more than 70 per cent of India’s total
salt production. Sambhar lake share is around 10 per cent of India’s total salt production. Hence,
statement 3 is not correct.IncorrectAnswer: A
The specialized algae and bacteria growing in the lake provide striking watercolours and support the lake ecology which, in turn, sustains the migrating waterfowl. Algae and bacteria form a crucial component of this lake’s ecosystem. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.
Gujarat is the largest producer of salt in India with a share of more than 70 per cent of India’s total
salt production. Sambhar lake share is around 10 per cent of India’s total salt production. Hence,
statement 3 is not correct. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Recently, India has signed Strategic Partnership with which of the following International Agencies?
CorrectAnswer: D
IncorrectAnswer: D
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Global Mangrove Alliance:
1. It is an initiative of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
2. It aims to increase the global area of mangrove habitat by 20 per cent over the current extent by 2030.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectAnswer: B
The Global Mangrove Alliance was co-founded by The Nature Conservancy (TNC), World Wildlife Fund (WWF ), and Conservation International(CI). Hence, statement 1 is not correct
IncorrectAnswer: B
The Global Mangrove Alliance was co-founded by The Nature Conservancy (TNC), World WildlifeFund (WWF ), and Conservation International(CI). Hence, statement 1 is not correct
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
This protected area having semi-evergreen to dry deciduous vegetation is a part of the Mayurbhanj Elephant Reserve. It had been included in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves by UNESCO. Many forest- dwelling communities celebrate the Akhand Shikar ritual which is considered to be one of the reasons for the recent forest fires. Which protected area is being described in the above passage?
CorrectAnswer: B
IncorrectAnswer: B
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Galwan Valley, which has been a flashpoint between China and India, lies in which of the following mountain ranges?
CorrectAnswer: B
IncorrectAnswer: B
