Current Affairs Quiz 25 October 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 25 October 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Which organization operates the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT), the world’s largest radio telescope operating at meter wavelengths?
CorrectAnswer: B. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)
Explanation: The Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT), the world’s largest radio telescope operating at meter wavelengths, is operated by the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). GMRT is located at Khodad, 80 km north of Pune, and is part of the National Centre of Radio Astrophysics (NCRA), which is a unit of TIFR based in Mumbai. The project is under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE).
IncorrectAnswer: B. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)
Explanation: The Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT), the world’s largest radio telescope operating at meter wavelengths, is operated by the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). GMRT is located at Khodad, 80 km north of Pune, and is part of the National Centre of Radio Astrophysics (NCRA), which is a unit of TIFR based in Mumbai. The project is under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE).
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following:
1. Black-necked crane
2. Cheetah
3. Flying squirrel
4. Snow leopard
Which of the above are naturally found in India?CorrectAns: (b)
IncorrectAns: (b)
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements about the Korowai Tribe is true?
CorrectCorrect Answer: C) The Korowai Tribe, residing in the southeastern Papuan region of Indonesia, is notable for living in treehouses elevated 8-15 meters above the ground.
Explanation: The Korowai Tribe is an indigenous group living in the remote southeastern Papuan region of Indonesia, renowned for their unique architectural style of treehouses built high above the ground. These structures are an adaptation to the forest environment they inhabit, serving both practical and cultural purposes. The tribe has maintained a relatively isolated existence with minimal contact with the outside world until about 1975. Contrary to the notion of a hierarchical society, the Korowai value equality and harmony among their members. Although they have been controversially portrayed in media for practices like cannibalism, these are based on historical spiritual and social beliefs and are not a predominant part of their current way of life. Thus, option C correctly describes an authentic aspect of the Korowai Tribe.
IncorrectCorrect Answer: C) The Korowai Tribe, residing in the southeastern Papuan region of Indonesia, is notable for living in treehouses elevated 8-15 meters above the ground.
Explanation: The Korowai Tribe is an indigenous group living in the remote southeastern Papuan region of Indonesia, renowned for their unique architectural style of treehouses built high above the ground. These structures are an adaptation to the forest environment they inhabit, serving both practical and cultural purposes. The tribe has maintained a relatively isolated existence with minimal contact with the outside world until about 1975. Contrary to the notion of a hierarchical society, the Korowai value equality and harmony among their members. Although they have been controversially portrayed in media for practices like cannibalism, these are based on historical spiritual and social beliefs and are not a predominant part of their current way of life. Thus, option C correctly describes an authentic aspect of the Korowai Tribe.
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With the present state of development, Artificial Intelligence can effectively do which of the following?
- Bring down electricity consumption in industrial units
- Create meaningful short stories and songs
- Disease diagnosis
- Text-to-Speech Conversion
- Wireless transmission of electrical energy
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
CorrectAns: (b)
IncorrectAns: (b)
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following statements regarding Minimum Support Price (MSP) are incorrect?
1. The MSP is decided after the sowing of the crops.
2. The MSP is finally decided by Cabinet Committee on Economic AffairsCorrectAns;- a) 1 Only
Explanation;-• As question asked to choose incorrect, statement 1 is only incorrect MSP is decided before the sowing of crops.
• Based on the recommendations of the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), the Department of Agriculture and Co-operation, Government of India, declares Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for 22 crops before their sowing seasons.
The Cabinet Committee of Economic Affairs (CCEA) announces MSP for various crops at the beginning of each sowing season based on the recommendations of CACP.
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IncorrectAns;- a) 1 Only
Explanation;-• As question asked to choose incorrect, statement 1 is only incorrect MSP is decided before the sowing of crops.
• Based on the recommendations of the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), the Department of Agriculture and Co-operation, Government of India, declares Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for 22 crops before their sowing seasons.The Cabinet Committee of Economic Affairs (CCEA) announces MSP for various crops at the beginning of each sowing season based on the recommendations of CACP.
THE END.
