Current Affairs Quiz 05 August 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 05 August 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Which of the following statements correctly describes the Green National Highway Corridors Project (GNHCP)?
CorrectAnswer: b.
The project aims to demonstrate how highways can be both safe and eco-friendly by utilizing sustainable resources like cement-treated sub-base and reclaimed asphalt pavement, and also focuses on climate resilience.
IncorrectAnswer: b.
The project aims to demonstrate how highways can be both safe and eco-friendly by utilizing sustainable resources like cement-treated sub-base and reclaimed asphalt pavement, and also focuses on climate resilience.
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Electronically Transmitted Postal Ballot System.
1. Electronically Transmitted Postal Ballot System (ETPBS) is a voting system designed to enable remote voting for individuals who are unable to physically vote at a polling station.
2. The Conduct of Election Rules, 1961 was amended in 2016 to allow service voters to use the ETPBS for casting their votes.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer : C
Electronically Transmitted Postal Ballot System
Electronically Transmitted Postal Ballot System (ETPBS) is a voting system designed to enable remote voting for individuals who are unable to physically vote at a polling station. The system combines electronic transmission and postal services to facilitate the electronic delivery and return of ballots. Here are some key features of the ETPBS:
• Service Voters: The ETPBS is primarily used for service voters, who are members of the armed forces, central armed police forces, and state police forces, as well as government employees posted outside their constituencies.
• Electronic Transmission: Registered service voters receive their postal ballots electronically through the ETPBS. They can download the electronic ballot along with a declaration form and covers.
• Ballot Registration: Once the service voter has received the ETPB, they can register their vote on the ballot as per their preference.
• Return of Ballot: After registering their vote, the service voter is required to send the completed ballot, along with the attested declaration form, to the returning officer of their constituency via ordinary mail.
• Attested Declaration Form: The declaration form included in the postal ballot needs to be signed by the voter in the presence of an appointed senior officer who will then attest it.
• Legal Amendment: The Conduct of Election Rules, 1961 was amended in 2016 to allow service voters to use the ETPBS for casting their votes.IncorrectCorrect Answer : C
Electronically Transmitted Postal Ballot System
Electronically Transmitted Postal Ballot System (ETPBS) is a voting system designed to enable remote voting for individuals who are unable to physically vote at a polling station. The system combines electronic transmission and postal services to facilitate the electronic delivery and return of ballots. Here are some key features of the ETPBS:
• Service Voters: The ETPBS is primarily used for service voters, who are members of the armed forces, central armed police forces, and state police forces, as well as government employees posted outside their constituencies.
• Electronic Transmission: Registered service voters receive their postal ballots electronically through the ETPBS. They can download the electronic ballot along with a declaration form and covers.
• Ballot Registration: Once the service voter has received the ETPB, they can register their vote on the ballot as per their preference.
• Return of Ballot: After registering their vote, the service voter is required to send the completed ballot, along with the attested declaration form, to the returning officer of their constituency via ordinary mail.
• Attested Declaration Form: The declaration form included in the postal ballot needs to be signed by the voter in the presence of an appointed senior officer who will then attest it.
• Legal Amendment: The Conduct of Election Rules, 1961 was amended in 2016 to allow service voters to use the ETPBS for casting their votes. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about the Price Monitoring System (PMS) App introduced by the Department of Consumer Affairs in India:
1. The PMS App is designed to collect and monitor real-time price data of essential commodities from over 500 centers across the country.
2. Initially, the system monitored 38 essential commodities including fruits like Banana, which now collectively represent about 31% of the total CPI weights.
3. The data from the PMS App is used to inform policy decisions and aid in monitoring inflation trends by organizations including the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: a) 1 and 3 only
The initial number of commodities monitored by the system was 22, not 38. The recent additions have expanded the list to 38, which now represent approximately 31% of the total Consumer Price Index (CPI) weights—an increase from the 26.5% coverage by the original 22 commodities.
IncorrectAnswer: a) 1 and 3 only
The initial number of commodities monitored by the system was 22, not 38. The recent additions have expanded the list to 38, which now represent approximately 31% of the total Consumer Price Index (CPI) weights—an increase from the 26.5% coverage by the original 22 commodities.
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Mahila Samman Savings Certificate (MSSC) Scheme:
1. The MSSC Scheme, introduced in the 2023 Budget, is targeted exclusively towards senior women citizens to promote risk-free investments.
2. The scheme allows a maximum deposit of Rs 2 lakh with a maturity period of two years and offers a fixed interest rate of 7.5%.
3. Account holders are permitted to withdraw up to 40% of the balance after one year from the account as a partial withdrawal.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: b) 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: This statement is incorrect because the MSSC Scheme is not targeted exclusively towards senior women but is open to all individual women and girls of all age groups. The purpose is to promote risk-free investments among women broadly.IncorrectAnswer: b) 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: This statement is incorrect because the MSSC Scheme is not targeted exclusively towards senior women but is open to all individual women and girls of all age groups. The purpose is to promote risk-free investments among women broadly. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following statements correctly describes the Axiom-4 mission?
CorrectAnswer: B.
The mission utilizes a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft launched atop a Falcon 9 rocket and aims to demonstrate the viability of commercial space stations.IncorrectAnswer: B.
The mission utilizes a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft launched atop a Falcon 9 rocket and aims to demonstrate the viability of commercial space stations.
