Current Affairs Quiz 27 February 2023
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Current Affairs Quiz 27 February 2023 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to Heat Waves
1. The heat wave is considered when the maximum temperature of a station reaches at least 40°C for Plains and at least 30°C for Hilly regions.
2. To declare heat wave, the listed criteria should be met at least in two stations in a Meteorological subdivision for at least two consecutive days and it will be declared on the second day.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer : c
Both the statements are correct.Criteria for Heat Waves
• The heat wave is considered when the maximum temperature of a station reaches at least 40°C for Plains and at least 30°C for Hilly regions.
• If the normal maximum temperature of a station is less than or equal to 40°C, then an increase of 5°C to 6°C from the normal temperature is considered to be heat wave condition.
• Further, an increase of 7°C or more from the normal temperature is considered as severe heat wave condition.
• If the normal maximum temperature of a station is more than 40°C, then an increase of 4°C to 5°C from the normal temperature is considered to be heat wave condition. Further, an increase of 6°C or more is considered as severe heat wave condition.
• Additionally, if the actual maximum temperature remains 45°C or more irrespective of normal maximum temperature, a heat wave is declared.IncorrectAnswer : c
Both the statements are correct.Criteria for Heat Waves
• The heat wave is considered when the maximum temperature of a station reaches at least 40°C for Plains and at least 30°C for Hilly regions.
• If the normal maximum temperature of a station is less than or equal to 40°C, then an increase of 5°C to 6°C from the normal temperature is considered to be heat wave condition.
• Further, an increase of 7°C or more from the normal temperature is considered as severe heat wave condition.
• If the normal maximum temperature of a station is more than 40°C, then an increase of 4°C to 5°C from the normal temperature is considered to be heat wave condition. Further, an increase of 6°C or more is considered as severe heat wave condition.
• Additionally, if the actual maximum temperature remains 45°C or more irrespective of normal maximum temperature, a heat wave is declared. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following statements regarding Flex fuel technology are correct?
1. A flex fuel, or flexible fuel, vehicle has an internal combustion engine (ICE), but unlike a regular petrol or diesel vehicle, this can run on more than one type of fuel, or even a mixture of fuels.
2. The most common versions use a blend of petrol and ethanol or methanol, but these engines are also equipped to run on 100 percent petrol or ethanol as well.Select the correct answer using the code below.
CorrectAnswer: c
Flex fuel technology
• A flex fuel, or flexible fuel, vehicle has an internal combustion engine (ICE), but unlike a regular petrol or diesel vehicle, this can run on more than one type of fuel, or even a mixture of fuels.
• The most common versions use a blend of petrol and ethanol or methanol, but these engines are also equipped to run on 100 percent petrol or ethanol as well.
• This is made possible by equipping the engine with a fuel mix sensor and an engine control module (ECM) programming that senses and automatically adjusts for any ratio of designated fuels.IncorrectAnswer: c
Flex fuel technology
• A flex fuel, or flexible fuel, vehicle has an internal combustion engine (ICE), but unlike a regular petrol or diesel vehicle, this can run on more than one type of fuel, or even a mixture of fuels.
• The most common versions use a blend of petrol and ethanol or methanol, but these engines are also equipped to run on 100 percent petrol or ethanol as well.
• This is made possible by equipping the engine with a fuel mix sensor and an engine control module (ECM) programming that senses and automatically adjusts for any ratio of designated fuels. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements about International Monetary Fund (IMF) are correct?
1. The IMF provides concessional and non-concessional lending to its member nations.
2. The main function of the IMF is to look after the international monetary system, bring financial stability, encourage world trade, reduce poverty, generate employment and stimulate sustainable growth of the economy.
3. The IMF gives grants to peopleCorrectAns;- a) Only 1 and 2
About IMF
• The International Monetary Fund is a Bretton Woods Institution, founded in the year 1944, based in Washington, D.C., USA.
• The IMF is an autonomous body which began its operations in 1947. At its inception, the member countries were only 31 which has been exceeded to 188 countries.
• The fund is a unitary organisation, affiliated with the United Nation Organization (UNO).
• The IMF provides concessional and non-concessional lending to its member nations.
• The main function of the IMF is to look after the international monetary system, bring financial stability, encourage world trade, reduce poverty, generate employment and stimulate sustainable growth of the economy.
• In 2012, the area of operation of the IMF was extended and now, it oversees all the matters relating to macroeconomics and finance.
• The member nations contribute finance to the fund, in a fixed quota which is decided according to their national income and international trade.
• The quota is taken as a base to determine the borrowing rights and voting power of the country.IncorrectAns;- a) Only 1 and 2
About IMF
• The International Monetary Fund is a Bretton Woods Institution, founded in the year 1944, based in Washington, D.C., USA.
• The IMF is an autonomous body which began its operations in 1947. At its inception, the member countries were only 31 which has been exceeded to 188 countries.
• The fund is a unitary organisation, affiliated with the United Nation Organization (UNO).
• The IMF provides concessional and non-concessional lending to its member nations.
• The main function of the IMF is to look after the international monetary system, bring financial stability, encourage world trade, reduce poverty, generate employment and stimulate sustainable growth of the economy.
• In 2012, the area of operation of the IMF was extended and now, it oversees all the matters relating to macroeconomics and finance.
• The member nations contribute finance to the fund, in a fixed quota which is decided according to their national income and international trade.
• The quota is taken as a base to determine the borrowing rights and voting power of the country. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following ministry launched the ‘Swachhata Abhiyan’, a mobile application to identify and geotag insanitary latrines and manual scavengers?
CorrectAns;- c) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
IncorrectAns;- c) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
‘Nai Chetna-Pahal Badlav Ki’ campaign is a:
CorrectAnswer: C
IncorrectAnswer: C
