Current Affairs Quiz 25 July 2023
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Current Affairs Quiz 25 July 2023 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
With reference to marine heat wave , which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. A marine heat wave is an extreme weather event characterized by a significant increase in sea surface temperature in a specific region of the ocean
2. MHWs can persist for weeks, months, or even years.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAns: C
Marine Heat Waves (MHWs)
• A marine heat wave is an extreme weather event characterized by a significant increase in sea surface temperature in a specific region of the ocean.
• It is defined as when the surface temperature rises 3 to 4 degrees Celsius above the average temperature for at least five consecutive days.
• MHWs can persist for weeks, months, or even years.
• Currently, MHWs have affected several regions, including the north-east Pacific, the southern hemisphere in the southern Indian Ocean and the Pacific, the north-east Atlantic, tropical North Atlantic, and the Mediterranean.IncorrectAns: C
Marine Heat Waves (MHWs)
• A marine heat wave is an extreme weather event characterized by a significant increase in sea surface temperature in a specific region of the ocean.
• It is defined as when the surface temperature rises 3 to 4 degrees Celsius above the average temperature for at least five consecutive days.
• MHWs can persist for weeks, months, or even years.
• Currently, MHWs have affected several regions, including the north-east Pacific, the southern hemisphere in the southern Indian Ocean and the Pacific, the north-east Atlantic, tropical North Atlantic, and the Mediterranean. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following statements regarding Remission of Duties and Taxes on Export Products Scheme are correct?
1. It replaced MEIS (Merchandise Exports from India Scheme).
2. The scheme will ensure that the exporters receive the refunds on the embedded taxes and duties previously non-recoverable.
Select the correct answer using the code below.CorrectAnswer: C
About RoDTEP scheme:
• RoDTEP stands for Remission of Duties and Taxes on Export Products.
• It replaced MEIS (Merchandise Exports from India Scheme).
• The scheme will ensure that the exporters receive the refunds on the embedded taxes and duties previously non-recoverable.
• The scheme was brought about with the intention to boost exports which were relatively poor in volume previously.IncorrectAnswer: C
About RoDTEP scheme:
• RoDTEP stands for Remission of Duties and Taxes on Export Products.
• It replaced MEIS (Merchandise Exports from India Scheme).
• The scheme will ensure that the exporters receive the refunds on the embedded taxes and duties previously non-recoverable.
• The scheme was brought about with the intention to boost exports which were relatively poor in volume previously. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to Solar mini-grids, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Solar mini-grids are small-scale electricity generation and distribution systems utilizing solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, storing electricity in batteries.
2. They are designed to provide reliable and affordable electricity to communities lacking access to the main power grid or experiencing frequent power outages.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAns: C
Solar Mini-grids
• Solar mini-grids are small-scale electricity generation and distribution systems utilizing solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, storing electricity in batteries.
• They are designed to provide reliable and affordable electricity to communities lacking access to the main power grid or experiencing frequent power outages.IncorrectAns: C
Solar Mini-grids
• Solar mini-grids are small-scale electricity generation and distribution systems utilizing solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, storing electricity in batteries.
• They are designed to provide reliable and affordable electricity to communities lacking access to the main power grid or experiencing frequent power outages. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following statements regarding National Commission for Minorities are correct?
1. Only Muslims, Christians, Buddhists and Jains have been notified in Gazette of India as minority communities by the Union Government all over India.
2. The term “minority” is not defined in the Indian Constitution.
Select the correct answer using the code below.CorrectAnswer: B
About National Commission for Minorities (NCM)
• The Union Government set up the National Commission for Minorities (NCM) under the National Commission for Minorities Act, 1992. Hence, the NCM is a Statutory Body.
• Six religious communities, viz; Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Zoroastrians (Parsis) and Jains have been notified in Gazette of India as minority communities by the Union Government all over India.
• The term “minority” is not defined in the Indian Constitution. However, the Constitution recognises religious and linguistic minorities – The NCM Act defines a minority as “a community notified as such by the Central government.”
• The NCM adheres to the United Nations Declaration of 18 December 1992 which states that “States shall protect the existence of the National or Ethnic, Cultural, Religious and Linguistic identity of minorities within their respective territories and encourage conditions for the promotion of that identity.”IncorrectAnswer: B
About National Commission for Minorities (NCM)
• The Union Government set up the National Commission for Minorities (NCM) under the National Commission for Minorities Act, 1992. Hence, the NCM is a Statutory Body.
• Six religious communities, viz; Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Zoroastrians (Parsis) and Jains have been notified in Gazette of India as minority communities by the Union Government all over India.
• The term “minority” is not defined in the Indian Constitution. However, the Constitution recognises religious and linguistic minorities – The NCM Act defines a minority as “a community notified as such by the Central government.”
• The NCM adheres to the United Nations Declaration of 18 December 1992 which states that “States shall protect the existence of the National or Ethnic, Cultural, Religious and Linguistic identity of minorities within their respective territories and encourage conditions for the promotion of that identity.” - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to Zero FIR, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Zero FIR refers to a First Information Report (FIR) that can be registered regardless of the geographical jurisdiction where the offense took place.
2. The concept of Zero FIR ensures that the police cannot evade their responsibility by claiming lack of jurisdiction.Select the correct answer using the code given below.
CorrectAns: C
About Zero FIR
• Zero FIR refers to a First Information Report (FIR) that can be registered regardless of the geographical jurisdiction where the offense took place.
• It allows the police to initiate the legal process and investigation without delay, irrespective of the location of the crime.
• The concept of Zero FIR ensures that the police cannot evade their responsibility by claiming lack of jurisdiction.
• Once a Zero FIR is filed, it is later transferred to the appropriate police station with the actual jurisdiction for further investigation and legal proceedings.
• The introduction of Zero FIR was recommended by the Justice Verma Committee following the heinous Nirbhaya gang rape case in Delhi in 2012.
• Zero FIR imposes a legal obligation on the police to promptly initiate an investigation and take necessary action, removing the excuse of jurisdictional constraints.IncorrectAns: C
About Zero FIR
• Zero FIR refers to a First Information Report (FIR) that can be registered regardless of the geographical jurisdiction where the offense took place.
• It allows the police to initiate the legal process and investigation without delay, irrespective of the location of the crime.
• The concept of Zero FIR ensures that the police cannot evade their responsibility by claiming lack of jurisdiction.
• Once a Zero FIR is filed, it is later transferred to the appropriate police station with the actual jurisdiction for further investigation and legal proceedings.
• The introduction of Zero FIR was recommended by the Justice Verma Committee following the heinous Nirbhaya gang rape case in Delhi in 2012.
• Zero FIR imposes a legal obligation on the police to promptly initiate an investigation and take necessary action, removing the excuse of jurisdictional constraints.
