Current Affairs Quiz 30 June 2023
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Current Affairs Quiz 30 June 2023 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
With reference to Indian economy, demand-pull inflation can be caused/increased by which of the following?
1. Expansionary policies
2. Fiscal stimulus
3. Inflation-indexing of wages
4. Higher purchasing power
5. Rising interest rates
Select the correct answer using the code given below:CorrectAns: (a)
IncorrectAns: (a)
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2. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to Government e-Marketplace (GeM)
1. It is an online market portal under the administration of ministry of Electronics and Information and Technology.
2. It provides a platform for businesses to send its products to retail customers directly without any middlemen influences.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect?CorrectAnswer : c
• GeM portal is the Commerce Ministry’s online marketplace for procurement of goods and services by various Ministries and government bodies.
• The Mission of GeM are,
a. Institute a unified procurement policy to encourage behavorial change and drive reform.
b. Establish a lean, dynamic organization capable of continuous innovation and market driven decision making.
c. Build an easy to use, fully automated platform to ensure transparency and efficiency in procurement.
d. Demonstrate commitment to delivering value by ensuring right quality at right price.
e. Create a sustainable ecosystem covering all stakeholders and driving inclusive development in India.IncorrectAnswer : c
• GeM portal is the Commerce Ministry’s online marketplace for procurement of goods and services by various Ministries and government bodies.
• The Mission of GeM are,
a. Institute a unified procurement policy to encourage behavorial change and drive reform.
b. Establish a lean, dynamic organization capable of continuous innovation and market driven decision making.
c. Build an easy to use, fully automated platform to ensure transparency and efficiency in procurement.
d. Demonstrate commitment to delivering value by ensuring right quality at right price.
e. Create a sustainable ecosystem covering all stakeholders and driving inclusive development in India. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The Global Environment Facility (GEF) serves as financial mechanism for the following conventions/protocols
1) UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)
2) Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
3) Minamata Convention on Mercury
Select the correct answer using the codes below.CorrectCorrect Answer : C
Answer Justification :
Learning: An independently operating financial organization (with 183 countries), the GEF provides grants for projects related to biodiversity, climate change, international waters, land degradation, the ozone layer, and persistent organic pollutants. It was established in 1992 on the eve of Rio Summit.
The GEF also serves as financial mechanism for the following conventions:
Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Minamata Convention on Mercury The GEF, although not linked formally to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (MP), supports implementation of the Protocol in countries with economies in transition. The GEF also manages two separate adaptation-focused funds under the UNFCCC— the Least Developed Countries Fund and the Special Climate Change Fund— which mobilize funding specifically earmarked for activities related to adaptation.IncorrectCorrect Answer : C
Answer Justification :
Learning: An independently operating financial organization (with 183 countries), the GEF provides grants for projects related to biodiversity, climate change, international waters, land degradation, the ozone layer, and persistent organic pollutants. It was established in 1992 on the eve of Rio Summit.
The GEF also serves as financial mechanism for the following conventions:
Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Minamata Convention on Mercury The GEF, although not linked formally to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (MP), supports implementation of the Protocol in countries with economies in transition. The GEF also manages two separate adaptation-focused funds under the UNFCCC— the Least Developed Countries Fund and the Special Climate Change Fund— which mobilize funding specifically earmarked for activities related to adaptation. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of following countries does not boarder Mediterranean sea?
CorrectAnswer: D
IncorrectAnswer: D
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following are effects of Eutrophication?
1. Eutrophication eventually creates detritus layer in the ponds & lakes.
2. It leads to decreased biodiversity.
3. Algal blooms restrict the sunlight to penetrate & affects the photosynthesizing plants.
4. Some algal blooms when die or eaten, release neuro & hepatotoxins which can kill aquatic
organism.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:CorrectCorrect Answer : D
IncorrectCorrect Answer : D
