Current Affairs Quiz 21 April 2023
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Current Affairs Quiz 21 April 2023 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
With reference to National Quantum Mission, consider the following statements :
1. India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM) is a program initiated by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) under the Ministry of Science and Technology.
2. It is a long-term mission, planned for 2023-2031
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?CorrectAnswer: C
About National Quantum Mission
• India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM) is a program initiated by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) under the Ministry of Science and Technology.
• It is a long-term mission, planned for 2023-2031, that aims to seed, nurture, and scale up scientific and industrial R&D and create a vibrant and innovative ecosystem in Quantum Technology (QT).Salient features of NQM include:
• Developing intermediate scale quantum computers with 50-100 physical qubits in 5 years and 50-1000 physical qubits in 8 years
• Developing magnetometers with high sensitivity for precision timing, communications, and navigation
• Supporting design and synthesis of quantum materials such as superconductors, novel semiconductor structures, and topological materials for fabrication of quantum devices
• Developing satellite-based secure quantum communications between ground stations over a range of 2000 km within India
• Developing long-distance secure quantum communications with other countries
• Developing inter-city quantum key distribution over 2000 km
• Developing multi-node Quantum network with quantum memories
• Setting up four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) in top academic and National R&D institutes on the domains of Quantum Technology: Quantum computation, Quantum communication, Quantum Sensing & Metrology, and Quantum Materials & DevicesIncorrectAnswer: C
About National Quantum Mission
• India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM) is a program initiated by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) under the Ministry of Science and Technology.
• It is a long-term mission, planned for 2023-2031, that aims to seed, nurture, and scale up scientific and industrial R&D and create a vibrant and innovative ecosystem in Quantum Technology (QT).Salient features of NQM include:
• Developing intermediate scale quantum computers with 50-100 physical qubits in 5 years and 50-1000 physical qubits in 8 years
• Developing magnetometers with high sensitivity for precision timing, communications, and navigation
• Supporting design and synthesis of quantum materials such as superconductors, novel semiconductor structures, and topological materials for fabrication of quantum devices
• Developing satellite-based secure quantum communications between ground stations over a range of 2000 km within India
• Developing long-distance secure quantum communications with other countries
• Developing inter-city quantum key distribution over 2000 km
• Developing multi-node Quantum network with quantum memories
• Setting up four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) in top academic and National R&D institutes on the domains of Quantum Technology: Quantum computation, Quantum communication, Quantum Sensing & Metrology, and Quantum Materials & Devices - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), consider the following statements :
1. NDMA is a volatile organic chemical that occurs widely in the environment due to its formation from common precursors.
2. It is classified as a probable human carcinogen.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?CorrectAnswer: C
About N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA)
• NDMA is a volatile organic chemical that occurs widely in the environment due to its formation from common precursors.
• It is classified as a probable human carcinogen based on animal studies.
• NDMA is a yellow, odourless liquid chemical once used to make rocket fuel.
• It is a byproduct of several manufacturing processes and water chlorination.
• NDMA breaks down when exposed to sunlight.
• Exposure to NDMA can occur through food and water, as chemicals found in them can turn into NDMA in the stomach.
• Foods such as cured meats, beer, fish, cheese, and vegetables may contain NDMA.
• Some people may have had exposure to NDMA through the use of contaminated medications.IncorrectAnswer: C
About N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA)
• NDMA is a volatile organic chemical that occurs widely in the environment due to its formation from common precursors.
• It is classified as a probable human carcinogen based on animal studies.
• NDMA is a yellow, odourless liquid chemical once used to make rocket fuel.
• It is a byproduct of several manufacturing processes and water chlorination.
• NDMA breaks down when exposed to sunlight.
• Exposure to NDMA can occur through food and water, as chemicals found in them can turn into NDMA in the stomach.
• Foods such as cured meats, beer, fish, cheese, and vegetables may contain NDMA.
• Some people may have had exposure to NDMA through the use of contaminated medications. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the statements regarding Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) are not correct?
1. Drugs Controller General of India is a department of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization of the Government of India responsible for approval of licenses of specified categories of drugs such as blood and blood products, IV fluids, vaccines, and sera in India.
2. Drugs Controller General of India, comes under the ministry of women and child development
Which of the statements given above is/are NOT correct?CorrectAnswer: B
• DCGI comes under ministry of health and family welfare.
IncorrectAnswer: B
• DCGI comes under ministry of health and family welfare.
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000, consider the following statements:
1. The rules are framed under the provisions of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981.
2. As per the rules, the use of loudspeakers is not permitted between 10 PM to 8 AM.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?CorrectAnswer: C
• The Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000 under The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
• Also, loudspeakers or public address systems cannot be used between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. irrespective
of permission, except on closed premises for communication within, like auditoria, conference rooms,
community halls, or during a public emergency.IncorrectAnswer: C
• The Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000 under The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
• Also, loudspeakers or public address systems cannot be used between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. irrespective
of permission, except on closed premises for communication within, like auditoria, conference rooms,
community halls, or during a public emergency. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the cold water corals:
1. They always live as colonies that form extensive reefs.
2. They are found in the deep oceans only.
3. They lack the symbiotic relationship with zooxanthellae.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: C
• They can live as individuals or as colonies that form extensive reefs. Hence statement 1 is not correct.
• Living in waters of 4o-13o C, they are usually found in depths between 200 and 1,000 metres. However,
they can occur as shallow as 40 metres and as deep as 6,300 metres.IncorrectAnswer: C
• They can live as individuals or as colonies that form extensive reefs. Hence statement 1 is not correct.
• Living in waters of 4o-13o C, they are usually found in depths between 200 and 1,000 metres. However,
they can occur as shallow as 40 metres and as deep as 6,300 metres.
