Current Affairs Quiz 09 August 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 09 August 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Which of the following subjects comes under the Concurrent List of the 7th Schedule of the Indian
Constitution ?
1. Census
2. Education
3. Marriage
4. Gambling
5. Population control and family planning
Choose the correct answer using the code given below :CorrectAnswer: B
IncorrectAnswer: B
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to Indian freedom struggle, Usha Mehta is well-known for
CorrectAns: (a)
IncorrectAns: (a)
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3. 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 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements :
1. As Preamble is not a part of the Constitution, it is neither enforceable nor justifiable in a court of
law.
2. Preamble has been amended only once so far since its inception.
3. The Legislative competence of a bill to amend the Preamble is decided by the Chairman of the
House.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?CorrectAnswer: C
In the case of Kesvanand Bharti vs. the State of Kerala, the Supreme has held that Preamble is part of the
Constitution.
The Preamble is of extreme importance, and the Constitution should be read and interpreted in the light
of the grand and noble vision expressed in the Preamble. However, two things should be noted:-
The Preamble is neither a source of power to the legislature nor a prohibition upon the powers of the
legislature.It is not justiciable, i.e., not enforceable in courts of Law. So, Statement 1 is not correct.
The Supreme Court has held that the preamble can be amended subject to the condition that no
amendment is done to the ‘ Basic structure’ of the constitution.The Preamble has been amended only once by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, which has added
three new words- Socialistic, Secular and Integrity- to the preamble. So, Statement 2 is correct.IncorrectAnswer: C
In the case of Kesvanand Bharti vs. the State of Kerala, the Supreme has held that Preamble is part of the
Constitution.
The Preamble is of extreme importance, and the Constitution should be read and interpreted in the light
of the grand and noble vision expressed in the Preamble. However, two things should be noted:-
The Preamble is neither a source of power to the legislature nor a prohibition upon the powers of the
legislature.It is not justiciable, i.e., not enforceable in courts of Law. So, Statement 1 is not correct.
The Supreme Court has held that the preamble can be amended subject to the condition that no
amendment is done to the ‘ Basic structure’ of the constitution.The Preamble has been amended only once by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, which has added
three new words- Socialistic, Secular and Integrity- to the preamble. So, Statement 2 is correct. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following statements about Pyrocumulonimbus clouds is/are correct?
1. Pyrocumulonimbus clouds form exclusively under extreme heat conditions like wildfires or volcanic activities and can develop into complex systems that create their own weather, including thunderstorms.
2. These clouds are known for producing heavy rainfall which helps in extinguishing fires.
3. Climate change is contributing to a higher frequency and intensity of conditions favorable for the formation of Pyrocumulonimbus clouds due to rising global temperatures.CorrectAnswer: C. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct as Pyrocumulonimbus clouds indeed form under extreme heat conditions like wildfires or volcanic eruptions, and they can soar up to great heights, creating their own weather systems including thunderstorms.
• Statement 2 is incorrect because, despite producing lightning, Pyrocumulonimbus clouds rarely bring significant rainfall, and they are not associated with extinguishing fires but can ignite new wildfires.
• Statement 3 is correct as there is growing evidence that climate change, by contributing to higher global temperatures, is increasing the frequency and intensity of conditions that favor the formation of these clouds. As global temperatures rise, the frequency and intensity of wildfires, and consequently Pyrocumulonimbus clouds, are expected to increase, posing increased risks to ecosystems and human settlements.IncorrectAnswer: C. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct as Pyrocumulonimbus clouds indeed form under extreme heat conditions like wildfires or volcanic eruptions, and they can soar up to great heights, creating their own weather systems including thunderstorms.
• Statement 2 is incorrect because, despite producing lightning, Pyrocumulonimbus clouds rarely bring significant rainfall, and they are not associated with extinguishing fires but can ignite new wildfires.
• Statement 3 is correct as there is growing evidence that climate change, by contributing to higher global temperatures, is increasing the frequency and intensity of conditions that favor the formation of these clouds. As global temperatures rise, the frequency and intensity of wildfires, and consequently Pyrocumulonimbus clouds, are expected to increase, posing increased risks to ecosystems and human settlements.
