Current Affairs Quiz 09 January 2023
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Current Affairs Quiz 09 January 2023 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Zomi ethnic group belong to which of the following Northeastern States?
CorrectAns;- c) Manipur
Explanation;-
• Manipur’s Zomi ethnic group has renewed its demand for the creation of Zoland Territorial Council (ZTC) under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, a self-administered zone on the lines of the Bodoland Territorial Council in Assam.
• The Zou people or Zomi are an indigenous community living along the frontier of India and Burma. They are a sub-group of the Zo people (Mizo-Kuki-Chin).
• In India, they live with and are similar in language and habits to the Paite and the Simte peoples.
• In India, the Zou are officially recognized as one of the thirty-three indigenous peoples within the state of Manipur, and are one of the Scheduled tribes.
• According to the 2001 Census, the Zou/Jou population in Manipur is around 20,000, less than 3% of the population. The community is concentrated in Churachandpur and Chandel districts of Manipur.IncorrectAns;- c) Manipur
Explanation;-
• Manipur’s Zomi ethnic group has renewed its demand for the creation of Zoland Territorial Council (ZTC) under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, a self-administered zone on the lines of the Bodoland Territorial Council in Assam.
• The Zou people or Zomi are an indigenous community living along the frontier of India and Burma. They are a sub-group of the Zo people (Mizo-Kuki-Chin).
• In India, they live with and are similar in language and habits to the Paite and the Simte peoples.
• In India, the Zou are officially recognized as one of the thirty-three indigenous peoples within the state of Manipur, and are one of the Scheduled tribes.
• According to the 2001 Census, the Zou/Jou population in Manipur is around 20,000, less than 3% of the population. The community is concentrated in Churachandpur and Chandel districts of Manipur. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
“Santiago Principles” is related to which of the following?
CorrectAns;- c) Soverign Wealth Fund.
Explanation;-
• The Santiago Principles consists of 24 generally accepted principles and practices voluntarily endorsed by International Forum of Sovereign Wealth Funds (IFSWF) members. The Santiago Principles promote transparency, good governance, accountability and prudent investment practices whilst encouraging a more open dialogue and deeper understanding of Soverign Wealth Fund (SWF) activities.
IncorrectAns;- c) Soverign Wealth Fund.
Explanation;-
• The Santiago Principles consists of 24 generally accepted principles and practices voluntarily endorsed by International Forum of Sovereign Wealth Funds (IFSWF) members. The Santiago Principles promote transparency, good governance, accountability and prudent investment practices whilst encouraging a more open dialogue and deeper understanding of Soverign Wealth Fund (SWF) activities.
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements regarding Single use plastics are correct?
1. In June 2017, India announced its intention to completely eradicate single-use plastic by 2021 , the first country in the world to do so.
2. Single-use plastics are goods that are made primarily from fossil fuel based chemicals.
Select the correct answer using the code below.CorrectAnswer: B
In June 2017, Costa Rica announced its intention to completely eradicate single-use plastic by 2021 , the first country in the world to do so.IncorrectAnswer: B
In June 2017, Costa Rica announced its intention to completely eradicate single-use plastic by 2021 , the first country in the world to do so. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
In India single system of courts is adopted from which of the following acts?
CorrectAns;- d) The Government of Inida Act 1935
Explanation;-
• The Constitution of India provides for a single integrated judiciary with the Supreme Court at the apex of judicial system.
• The single system of courts, adopted from the Government of India Act 1935, enforces both central laws as well as state laws.
• The Constitution of India has established an integrated judicial system with the Supreme Court at the top and the high courts below it.
• The Supreme Court of India is the guardian of Indian Constitution. It was inaugurated on January 28, 1950.
• It succeeded the Federal court of India established under the Government of India Act of 1935. Articles 124 to 147 in Part V of the constitution deal with the organization, independence, jurisdiction, powers and procedures so on of the Supreme Court.IncorrectAns;- d) The Government of Inida Act 1935
Explanation;-
• The Constitution of India provides for a single integrated judiciary with the Supreme Court at the apex of judicial system.
• The single system of courts, adopted from the Government of India Act 1935, enforces both central laws as well as state laws.
• The Constitution of India has established an integrated judicial system with the Supreme Court at the top and the high courts below it.
• The Supreme Court of India is the guardian of Indian Constitution. It was inaugurated on January 28, 1950.
• It succeeded the Federal court of India established under the Government of India Act of 1935. Articles 124 to 147 in Part V of the constitution deal with the organization, independence, jurisdiction, powers and procedures so on of the Supreme Court. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to Green Bonds
1. Green bonds are bonds issued by any sovereign entity, inter-governmental groups or alliances and corporates.
2. Green Bonds have emerged as an important financial instrument to deal with the threats of climate change and related challenges.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer : c
What are Green Bonds?
• Green bonds are bonds issued by any sovereign entity, inter-governmental groups or alliances and corporates with the aim that the proceeds of the bonds are utilised for projects classified as environmentally sustainable.
• The framework for the sovereign green bond was issued by the government on November 9, 2022.Why are these bonds important?
• Green Bonds have emerged as an important financial instrument to deal with the threats of climate change and related challenges.
• According to the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a World Bank Group’s institution, climate change threatens communities and economies, and it poses risks for agriculture, food, and water supplies.
• A lot of financing is needed to address these challenges. It’s critical to connect environmental projects with capital markets and investors and channel capital towards sustainable development – and Green Bonds are a way to make that connection.IncorrectAnswer : c
What are Green Bonds?
• Green bonds are bonds issued by any sovereign entity, inter-governmental groups or alliances and corporates with the aim that the proceeds of the bonds are utilised for projects classified as environmentally sustainable.
• The framework for the sovereign green bond was issued by the government on November 9, 2022.Why are these bonds important?
• Green Bonds have emerged as an important financial instrument to deal with the threats of climate change and related challenges.
• According to the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a World Bank Group’s institution, climate change threatens communities and economies, and it poses risks for agriculture, food, and water supplies.
• A lot of financing is needed to address these challenges. It’s critical to connect environmental projects with capital markets and investors and channel capital towards sustainable development – and Green Bonds are a way to make that connection.
