Current Affairs Quiz 22 June 2023

Answer: C
Both the statements are correct.

Lingaraja Temple
 
• Lingaraja Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva and is one of the oldest temples in Bhubaneswar, the capital of the Indian state of Odisha.
• The temple is the most prominent landmark of Bhubaneswar city and one of the major tourist attractions of the state.
• The Lingaraja temple is the largest temple in Bhubaneswar.
• The temple represents the quintessence of the Kalinga architecture and culminating the medieval stages of the architectural tradition at Bhubaneswar.
• The temple is believed to be built by the kings from the Somavamsi dynasty, with later additions from the Ganga rulers.
• The temple is built in the Deula style that has four components namely, vimana (structure containing the sanctum), jagamohana (assembly hall), natamandira (festival hall) and bhoga-mandapa (hall of offerings), each increasing in the height to its predecessor.
• Bhubaneswar is called the Ekamra Kshetra as the deity of Lingaraja was originally under a mango tree (Ekamra) as noted in Ekamra Purana, a 13th-century Sanskrit treatise.
• The temple is active in worship practises, unlike most other temples in Bhubaneswar and Shiva is worshipped as Harihara, a combined form of Vishnu and Shiva.
• Lingaraja temple is maintained by the Temple Trust Board and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).

Answer: C
Both the statements are correct.

What is Sutlej Yamuna Canal (SYL) project?
 
• Sutlej Yamuna Link Canal (SYL) is a proposed 214 kilometer long canal to connect river Sutlej and Yamuna along the states of Punjab and Haryana.
• Sutlej river originates near Lake Rakshastal in Tibet then enters India at Shipki La pass in Himachal Pradesh and flows south west through Punjab before entering Pakistan.
• Whereas river Yamuna originates from Yamunotri glacier of lower Himalayas in Uttrakhand. It initially flows south and then take left turn towards south east before meeting river Ganga at Allahabad

Ans: c

Correct Answer : D

How are Submersibles different from Submarines?
Submersibles and submarines differ in several key aspects. Here are the main differences between the two:

Launch and Retrieval:
• Submersibles are launched from a mother vessel or home vessel, typically on a raft or platform. They descend into the water using electric thrusters and are retrieved back onto the surface platform after completing their mission.
• Submarines, on the other hand, are self-propelled and can submerge and surface independently without the need for a separate launch and retrieval system.

Propulsion and Power:
• Submersibles generally have limited propulsion systems and power reserves. They rely on electric thrusters for movement, and their power supply is typically constrained due to their smaller size and mission-specific design.
• Submarines, on the other hand, are equipped with powerful propulsion systems, often driven by nuclear or diesel-electric engines, allowing them to travel long distances and at higher speeds underwater.

Features and Equipment:
• Submersibles are designed for specific missions and often have a viewport or external cameras to observe the surrounding environment. This allows occupants to directly view the outside space.
• Submarines, on the other hand, have periscopes and advanced sonar systems for observing and navigating the underwater environment. They are typically equipped with sophisticated communication systems and various defense mechanisms.

Ballast Systems:
• Submersibles usually do not have ballast systems, which are used to control buoyancy and depth in submarines. They rely on their design and thrusters for depth control.
• Submarines employ ballast systems to adjust their buoyancy and submerge or surface as needed.

Correct Answer : C

About United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is an international organization with the mandate to protect and assist refugees worldwide. Here are the key points about UNHCR:

Mission:
• UNHCR is dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights, and improving the future of people forcibly displaced due to conflict and persecution.
• It was established in 1950 by the United Nations General Assembly to assist those who had lost their homes after World War II.
• UNHCR’s primary mission is to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to refugees and promote durable solutions for their plight.

Governance and Role:
• UNHCR operates under the authority of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
• It acts as the guardian of the 1951 Refugee Convention and its 1967 Protocol, which define the rights and legal obligations related to refugees.
• UNHCR works closely with governments, international organizations, and civil society to address the challenges faced by refugees and find solutions.

India’s Position:
• India is not a party to the 1951 Refugee Convention and its 1967 Protocol