Current Affairs Quiz 27 July 2023
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Current Affairs Quiz 27 July 2023 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Which of the following dams are matched correctly with their States and Rivers
1. Tehri Dam : Uttarakhand : Bhagirathi River
2. Hirakud Dam : Chhattisgarh: Mahanadi River
3. Kallanai Dam : Tamil Nadu : Kaveri River
Select the correct answer using the codes below.CorrectAnswer is: b) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
Tehri Dam in Uttarakhand is the highest dam in India built on Bhagirathi River.
Hirakud Dam in Odisha built on river Mahanadi is the longest dam of India.
Kallanai Dam in Tamil Nadu is the oldest dam of India. It is built on the Kaveri River and is about 2000 years old.IncorrectAnswer is: b) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
Tehri Dam in Uttarakhand is the highest dam in India built on Bhagirathi River.
Hirakud Dam in Odisha built on river Mahanadi is the longest dam of India.
Kallanai Dam in Tamil Nadu is the oldest dam of India. It is built on the Kaveri River and is about 2000 years old. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following are characteristics of mangroves?
1. They are basically deciduous land plants growing on sheltered shores.
2. The best locations are where abundant silt is found.
3. It produces pneumatophores (blind roots) to overcome respiration problem in the anaerobic
soil conditions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectCorrect Answer : B
They are basically evergreen land plants growing on sheltered shores, typically on
tidal flats, deltas, estuaries, bays, creeks and the barrier islands. Hence, statement 1
is incorrect.
IncorrectCorrect Answer : B
They are basically evergreen land plants growing on sheltered shores, typically on
tidal flats, deltas, estuaries, bays, creeks and the barrier islands. Hence, statement 1
is incorrect.
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following motions cannot be passed in the Rajya Sabha?
CorrectAnswer is: a) Adjournment motion
Explanation:
An Adjournment Motion’s primary objective is to draw the attention of Lok Sabha to a recent matter of urgent public importance having serious consequences and in regard to which a motion or a resolution with proper notice will be too late. Adjournment motion is allowed only in Lok Sabha and in State Legislative Assemblies and NOT in the Rajya Sabha or in State Legislative Councils because it has an element of censure against the Government.
A calling attention motion is introduced by a member to call the attention of a Minister to a matter of urgent public importance. It can be introduced in both LS and RS.
A Privilege Motion is moved against breach of Parliamentary Privileges which are certain rights and immunities enjoyed by MPs, MLAs and MLCs, individually and collectively, so that they can effectively discharge their functions.
A Motion of thanks is moved and voted in both LS and RS, after the inaugural speech of the President (President’s Address).IncorrectAnswer is: a) Adjournment motion
Explanation:
An Adjournment Motion’s primary objective is to draw the attention of Lok Sabha to a recent matter of urgent public importance having serious consequences and in regard to which a motion or a resolution with proper notice will be too late. Adjournment motion is allowed only in Lok Sabha and in State Legislative Assemblies and NOT in the Rajya Sabha or in State Legislative Councils because it has an element of censure against the Government.
A calling attention motion is introduced by a member to call the attention of a Minister to a matter of urgent public importance. It can be introduced in both LS and RS.
A Privilege Motion is moved against breach of Parliamentary Privileges which are certain rights and immunities enjoyed by MPs, MLAs and MLCs, individually and collectively, so that they can effectively discharge their functions.
A Motion of thanks is moved and voted in both LS and RS, after the inaugural speech of the President (President’s Address). - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following pairs of North-eastern states of India Share a border with each other and with Bangladesh?
CorrectAnswer is: a) Assam and Tripura
Explanation: Manipur does not share a border with Bangladesh. Meghalaya does not share a border with both Tripura and Mizoram.
IncorrectAnswer is: a) Assam and Tripura
Explanation: Manipur does not share a border with Bangladesh. Meghalaya does not share a border with both Tripura and Mizoram.
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to African Union, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- The AU is a continental body comprising 55 member states from the African Continent.
- Its Headquarters is Located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
CorrectAns: C
The African Union (AU):
- The AU is a continental body comprising 55 member states from the African Continent.
- Official Launch: It was officially launched in 2002, succeeding the Organization of African Unity (OAU) established in 1963.
- Primary Objective: To foster unity, cooperation, and development among African nations and promote the continent’s interests globally.
- Vision: To achieve an integrated, prosperous, and peaceful Africa through strengthened political, economic, and social integration.
- Headquarters: Located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Structure:
- Assembly: The highest decision-making body, consisting of heads of state and government of member countries.
- Executive Council: Comprising foreign affairs ministers, it handles policy matters and offers recommendations to the Assembly.
- AU Commission: Based in Addis Ababa, it serves as the administrative arm responsible for implementing decisions made by the Assembly and Executive Council.
- Peace and Security Council: Responsible for maintaining peace and security across the continent.
- Participation of Citizens: The AU encourages African citizens and civil society involvement through the Pan-African Parliament and the Economic, Social & Cultural Council (ECOSOCC).
IncorrectAns: C
The African Union (AU):
- The AU is a continental body comprising 55 member states from the African Continent.
- Official Launch: It was officially launched in 2002, succeeding the Organization of African Unity (OAU) established in 1963.
- Primary Objective: To foster unity, cooperation, and development among African nations and promote the continent’s interests globally.
- Vision: To achieve an integrated, prosperous, and peaceful Africa through strengthened political, economic, and social integration.
- Headquarters: Located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Structure:
- Assembly: The highest decision-making body, consisting of heads of state and government of member countries.
- Executive Council: Comprising foreign affairs ministers, it handles policy matters and offers recommendations to the Assembly.
- AU Commission: Based in Addis Ababa, it serves as the administrative arm responsible for implementing decisions made by the Assembly and Executive Council.
- Peace and Security Council: Responsible for maintaining peace and security across the continent.
- Participation of Citizens: The AU encourages African citizens and civil society involvement through the Pan-African Parliament and the Economic, Social & Cultural Council (ECOSOCC).
