Current Affairs Quiz 12 July 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 12 July 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Census in India:
1. In India, the census was first started under British Viceroy Lord Mayo in 1872 and the first synchronous census in India was held in 1881.
2. The last caste-based census in India was conducted in 1931 by the British.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as the Census 2021 will be conducted in 18 scheduled languages and English, with the gender category “Other” changed to “Third Gender.” Statement 2 is also correct because the last caste-based census in India was conducted by the British in 1931.IncorrectAnswer: (c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as the Census 2021 will be conducted in 18 scheduled languages and English, with the gender category “Other” changed to “Third Gender.” Statement 2 is also correct because the last caste-based census in India was conducted by the British in 1931. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding GOBARdhan Scheme
1. It was launched in 2018 as a national priority project under the Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen-Phase II program.
2. The aim of the scheme is to convert cattle dung, agricultural residue, and other organic waste into Biogas, CBG, and bio-fertilizers to generate wealth and energy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer : C
GOBARdhan Scheme:
• The GOBARdhan Scheme, which stands for Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan, is a significant initiative of the Government of India.
• It was launched in 2018 as a national priority project under the Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen-Phase II program.
• The aim of the scheme is to convert cattle dung, agricultural residue, and other organic waste into Biogas, CBG, and bio-fertilizers to generate wealth and energy.
• The scheme adopts a comprehensive approach involving various government departments to promote a circular economy by transforming waste into valuable resources.
• The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, is the nodal ministry responsible for the implementation of the GOBARdhan Scheme.IncorrectCorrect Answer : C
GOBARdhan Scheme:
• The GOBARdhan Scheme, which stands for Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan, is a significant initiative of the Government of India.
• It was launched in 2018 as a national priority project under the Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen-Phase II program.
• The aim of the scheme is to convert cattle dung, agricultural residue, and other organic waste into Biogas, CBG, and bio-fertilizers to generate wealth and energy.
• The scheme adopts a comprehensive approach involving various government departments to promote a circular economy by transforming waste into valuable resources.
• The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, is the nodal ministry responsible for the implementation of the GOBARdhan Scheme. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme:
1. The TDF scheme is led by the Ministry of Defence and executed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) as part of the ‘Make in India’ initiative.
2. The scheme provides financial support only to MSMEs and Start-ups for the development of Defence and dual-use technologies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (a) 1 only
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as the TDF scheme is led by the Ministry of Defence and executed by the DRDO as part of the ‘Make in India’ initiative. Statement 2 is incorrect because the scheme provides financial support to Indian industries, including MSMEs and Start-ups, as well as academic and scientific institutions, not only to MSMEs and Start-ups.IncorrectAnswer: (a) 1 only
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as the TDF scheme is led by the Ministry of Defence and executed by the DRDO as part of the ‘Make in India’ initiative. Statement 2 is incorrect because the scheme provides financial support to Indian industries, including MSMEs and Start-ups, as well as academic and scientific institutions, not only to MSMEs and Start-ups. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following statements regarding System for Pension Administration (Raksha) (SPARSH) initiative are correct?
1. SPARSH is an initiative of Ministry of Defence which aims at providing a comprehensive solution to the administration of pension to the defence pensioners.2. It is in line with the Government’s vision of ‘Digital India’, ‘Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)’ and ‘Minimum Government, Maximum Governance’.
Select the correct answer using the code below.
CorrectAns;- c) Both 1 and 2
About SPARSH
• SPARSH is an initiative of Ministry of Defence which aims at providing a comprehensive solution to the administration of pension to the defence pensioners.
• It is in line with the Government’s vision of ‘Digital India’, ‘Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)’ and ‘Minimum Government, Maximum Governance’.
• The system is administered by DAD, and caters to all the three Services and allied organisation.
• The system on roll-out is initially catering to the new retirees and subsequently being extended to cover the existing defence pensioners.
• The system caters to all activities of the pension cycle namely: Initiation and Sanction, Disbursement as well as Revision.
• SPARSH has been designed keeping defence pensioners at the centre, who will be given a completely transparent view of their pension account, through an online portal.
• It captures and maintains a complete history of events and entitlements of the pensioner – right from the date of commencement of pension to the date of cessation of pension due to the last eligible beneficiary.
• SPARSH has fundamentally re-engineered the process of pension disbursement – from generation of the Pension Payment Orders (PPOs) to Direct Benefit Transfer of pensions, with the motto of right pension delivered at the right time.IncorrectAns;- c) Both 1 and 2
About SPARSH
• SPARSH is an initiative of Ministry of Defence which aims at providing a comprehensive solution to the administration of pension to the defence pensioners.
• It is in line with the Government’s vision of ‘Digital India’, ‘Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)’ and ‘Minimum Government, Maximum Governance’.
• The system is administered by DAD, and caters to all the three Services and allied organisation.
• The system on roll-out is initially catering to the new retirees and subsequently being extended to cover the existing defence pensioners.
• The system caters to all activities of the pension cycle namely: Initiation and Sanction, Disbursement as well as Revision.
• SPARSH has been designed keeping defence pensioners at the centre, who will be given a completely transparent view of their pension account, through an online portal.
• It captures and maintains a complete history of events and entitlements of the pensioner – right from the date of commencement of pension to the date of cessation of pension due to the last eligible beneficiary.
• SPARSH has fundamentally re-engineered the process of pension disbursement – from generation of the Pension Payment Orders (PPOs) to Direct Benefit Transfer of pensions, with the motto of right pension delivered at the right time. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Nanoparticles (NPs):
1. Nanoparticles typically range from 1 to 100 nanometers in size, with atom clusters preferred below 1 nanometer.
2. Based on their composition, Nanoparticles can be classified into organic, carbon-based, and inorganic types.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as Nanoparticles typically range from 1 to 100 nanometers in size, with atom clusters preferred below 1 nanometer. Statement 2 is also correct as Nanoparticles can be classified into organic, carbon-based, and inorganic types based on their composition.IncorrectAnswer: (c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as Nanoparticles typically range from 1 to 100 nanometers in size, with atom clusters preferred below 1 nanometer. Statement 2 is also correct as Nanoparticles can be classified into organic, carbon-based, and inorganic types based on their composition.
