Current Affairs Quiz 27 April 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 27 April 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Auto-Brewery Syndrome (ABS):
1. ABS is a condition wherein the body converts sugary and starchy foods into alcohol, leading to symptoms akin to intoxication.
2. Ethanol production in ABS occurs primarily through exogenous fermentation by fungi or bacteria in the gastrointestinal system.
3. Individuals with ABS may experience symptoms such as dizziness, headache, and dehydration, even without consuming alcohol.
4. Management of ABS often involves avoiding high-carbohydrate and sugary foods to mitigate symptoms and ethanol production.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: C
Correct Answer Explanation:
1. ABS is a condition wherein the body converts sugary and starchy foods into alcohol, leading to symptoms akin to intoxication. – This statement is correct.
2. Ethanol production in ABS occurs primarily through exogenous fermentation by fungi or bacteria in the gastrointestinal system. – This statement is incorrect. Ethanol production in ABS occurs through endogenous fermentation by fungi or bacteria in the gastrointestinal system, oral cavity, or urinary system.
3. Individuals with ABS may experience symptoms such as dizziness, headache, and dehydration, even without consuming alcohol. – This statement is correct.
4. Management of ABS often involves avoiding high-carbohydrate and sugary foods to mitigate symptoms and ethanol production. – This statement is correct.
Therefore, the correct answer is: (c) 1, 3, and 4 only.IncorrectAnswer: C
Correct Answer Explanation:
1. ABS is a condition wherein the body converts sugary and starchy foods into alcohol, leading to symptoms akin to intoxication. – This statement is correct.
2. Ethanol production in ABS occurs primarily through exogenous fermentation by fungi or bacteria in the gastrointestinal system. – This statement is incorrect. Ethanol production in ABS occurs through endogenous fermentation by fungi or bacteria in the gastrointestinal system, oral cavity, or urinary system.
3. Individuals with ABS may experience symptoms such as dizziness, headache, and dehydration, even without consuming alcohol. – This statement is correct.
4. Management of ABS often involves avoiding high-carbohydrate and sugary foods to mitigate symptoms and ethanol production. – This statement is correct.
Therefore, the correct answer is: (c) 1, 3, and 4 only. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following countries are a part of ASEAN.
1. India
2. China
3. Maynmar
4. Thailand
Select the correct answer using the codes below.CorrectAns. C
About Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is a regional intergovernmental organization comprising Ten Countries in Southeast Asia.
Members of ASEAN
• Indonesia
• Malaysia
• Philippines
• Singapore
• Thailand
• Brunei
• Vietnam
• Laos
• Myanmar
• Cambodia
ASEAN’s Objectives:
• To promote intergovernmental cooperation and facilitates economic, political, security, military, educational, and sociocultural integration among its members and other countries in Asia.
• To maintain close and beneficial cooperation with existing international and regional organisations.
• To promote regional peace and stability through abiding respect for justice and the rule of law and adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter.
• To accelerate economic growth, social progress and cultural development for a prosperous and peaceful community of Southeast Asian Nations.A major partner of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, ASEAN maintains a global network of alliances and dialogue partners and is considered by many as the central union for cooperation in Asia-Pacific.
• The motto of ASEAN is “One Vision, One Identity, One Community”.
• ASEAN is headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia.
• 8th August is observed as ASEAN Day.
• In 1967 ASEAN was established with the signing of the ASEAN Declaration (Bangkok Declaration) by its founding fathers: Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand.
• Chairmanship of ASEAN rotates annually, based on the alphabetical order of the English names of Member States.
• ASEAN is the 3rd largest market in the world – larger than EU and North American markets.IncorrectAns. C
About Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is a regional intergovernmental organization comprising Ten Countries in Southeast Asia.
Members of ASEAN
• Indonesia
• Malaysia
• Philippines
• Singapore
• Thailand
• Brunei
• Vietnam
• Laos
• Myanmar
• Cambodia
ASEAN’s Objectives:
• To promote intergovernmental cooperation and facilitates economic, political, security, military, educational, and sociocultural integration among its members and other countries in Asia.
• To maintain close and beneficial cooperation with existing international and regional organisations.
• To promote regional peace and stability through abiding respect for justice and the rule of law and adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter.
• To accelerate economic growth, social progress and cultural development for a prosperous and peaceful community of Southeast Asian Nations.A major partner of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, ASEAN maintains a global network of alliances and dialogue partners and is considered by many as the central union for cooperation in Asia-Pacific.
• The motto of ASEAN is “One Vision, One Identity, One Community”.
• ASEAN is headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia.
• 8th August is observed as ASEAN Day.
• In 1967 ASEAN was established with the signing of the ASEAN Declaration (Bangkok Declaration) by its founding fathers: Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand.
• Chairmanship of ASEAN rotates annually, based on the alphabetical order of the English names of Member States.
• ASEAN is the 3rd largest market in the world – larger than EU and North American markets. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements with reference to Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme:
1. Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme was introduced in the Union Budget 2020- 21
2. The minimum permissible investment limit will be 1000 grams of gold.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: D
About Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme (SGB)
• The Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme was introduced in the Union Budget 2015-16 by the Union Cabinet which was chaired by PM Narendra Modi.
• It was launched to reduce the demand for physical gold and with an aim to invest a part of these physicals gold bars and coins that are purchased every year into financial savings in the form of gold bonds.
• Investors have to pay the issue price in cash and the bonds will be redeemed in cash on maturity.
• The Bond is issued by Reserve Bank on behalf of Government of India.
• Government introduced these bonds to help reduce India’s over dependence on gold imports.
• The move was also aimed at changing the habits of Indians from saving in physical form of gold to a paper form with Sovereign backing.
• The bonds will be restricted for sale to resident Indian entities, including individuals, Hindu Undivided Family (HUFs), trusts, universities and charitable institutions.
• The bonds will be denominated in multiples of gram(s) of gold with a basic unit of 1 gram.
• The tenor will be for a period of 8 years with exit option from the 5th year to be exercised on the interest payment dates.
• The minimum permissible investment limit will be 1 gram of gold, while the maximum limit will be 4 kg for individual, 4 kg for HUF and 20 kg for trusts and similar entities per fiscal (April-March) notified by the government from time to time.
• In case of joint holding, the investment limit of 4 kg will be applied to the first applicant only.
• Bonds can be used as collateral for loans.
• The loan-to-value (LTV) ratio is to be set equal to ordinary gold loan mandated by the Reserve Bank from time to time.IncorrectAnswer: D
About Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme (SGB)
• The Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme was introduced in the Union Budget 2015-16 by the Union Cabinet which was chaired by PM Narendra Modi.
• It was launched to reduce the demand for physical gold and with an aim to invest a part of these physicals gold bars and coins that are purchased every year into financial savings in the form of gold bonds.
• Investors have to pay the issue price in cash and the bonds will be redeemed in cash on maturity.
• The Bond is issued by Reserve Bank on behalf of Government of India.
• Government introduced these bonds to help reduce India’s over dependence on gold imports.
• The move was also aimed at changing the habits of Indians from saving in physical form of gold to a paper form with Sovereign backing.
• The bonds will be restricted for sale to resident Indian entities, including individuals, Hindu Undivided Family (HUFs), trusts, universities and charitable institutions.
• The bonds will be denominated in multiples of gram(s) of gold with a basic unit of 1 gram.
• The tenor will be for a period of 8 years with exit option from the 5th year to be exercised on the interest payment dates.
• The minimum permissible investment limit will be 1 gram of gold, while the maximum limit will be 4 kg for individual, 4 kg for HUF and 20 kg for trusts and similar entities per fiscal (April-March) notified by the government from time to time.
• In case of joint holding, the investment limit of 4 kg will be applied to the first applicant only.
• Bonds can be used as collateral for loans.
• The loan-to-value (LTV) ratio is to be set equal to ordinary gold loan mandated by the Reserve Bank from time to time. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Ikshvaku Period:
1. The Ikshvakus emerged in the Krishna-Guntur region following the decline of Satavahana power in the eastern part of the peninsula.
2. The Ikshvaku dynasty, named after the legendary King Ikshvaku, primarily left its mark through inscriptions, coinage, and archaeological excavations.
3. Historical evidence suggests that the Ikshvaku dynasty originated in the Vijayapuri region (modern Bellary district, Karnataka) around the 3rd century CE.
4. King Kanha, a prominent ruler of the Ikshvaku dynasty, significantly expanded their territorial influence through conquests into parts of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Maharashtra.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: D
Correct Answer Explanation:
1. The Ikshvakus emerged in the Krishna-Guntur region following the decline of Satavahana power in the eastern part of the peninsula. – This statement is correct.
2. The Ikshvaku dynasty, named after the legendary King Ikshvaku, primarily left its mark through inscriptions, coinage, and archaeological excavations. – This statement is correct.
3. Historical evidence suggests that the Ikshvaku dynasty originated in the Vijayapuri region (modern Bellary district, Karnataka) around the 3rd century CE. – This statement is correct.
King Kanha, a prominent ruler of the Ikshvaku dynasty, significantly expanded their territorial influence through conquests into parts of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and MaharashIncorrectAnswer: D
Correct Answer Explanation:
1. The Ikshvakus emerged in the Krishna-Guntur region following the decline of Satavahana power in the eastern part of the peninsula. – This statement is correct.
2. The Ikshvaku dynasty, named after the legendary King Ikshvaku, primarily left its mark through inscriptions, coinage, and archaeological excavations. – This statement is correct.
3. Historical evidence suggests that the Ikshvaku dynasty originated in the Vijayapuri region (modern Bellary district, Karnataka) around the 3rd century CE. – This statement is correct.
King Kanha, a prominent ruler of the Ikshvaku dynasty, significantly expanded their territorial influence through conquests into parts of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Maharash - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about Kaziranga National Park:
1) It is the home of the world’s most one-horned rhinos.
2) River Brahmaputra passes through it.
3) It is recognized as an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectKaziranga National Park:
It is located in the State of Assam and covers 42,996 Hectare (ha). It is the single largest undisturbed and representative area in the Brahmaputra Valley floodplain.
It was declared as a National Park in 1974.
It has been declared a tiger reserve since 2007. It has a total tiger reserve area of 1,030 sq km with a core area of 430 sq. km.
It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.
It is recognized as an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International.
It is the home of the world’s most one-horned rhinos. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary has the highest density of one-horned rhinos in the world and second highest number of Rhinos in Assam after Kaziranga National Park.
Kaziranga is crisscrossed by four main rivers — Brahmaputra, Diphlu, Mora Diphlu and Mora Dhansiri and has numerous small water bodies.IncorrectKaziranga National Park:
It is located in the State of Assam and covers 42,996 Hectare (ha). It is the single largest undisturbed and representative area in the Brahmaputra Valley floodplain.
It was declared as a National Park in 1974.
It has been declared a tiger reserve since 2007. It has a total tiger reserve area of 1,030 sq km with a core area of 430 sq. km.
It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.
It is recognized as an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International.
It is the home of the world’s most one-horned rhinos. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary has the highest density of one-horned rhinos in the world and second highest number of Rhinos in Assam after Kaziranga National Park.
Kaziranga is crisscrossed by four main rivers — Brahmaputra, Diphlu, Mora Diphlu and Mora Dhansiri and has numerous small water bodies.
