1 UPSC ENGLISH QUIZ 22.08.2023 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change reversed its decision to establish integrated regional offices by merging key environmental bodies under its umbrella. 2. Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change had initially proposed a reorganization plan to establish integrated regional offices by merging the offices of various environmental organizations. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC) reversed its decision to establish integrated regional offices by merging key environmental bodies under its umbrella. What was the Ministry’s proposal The Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC) had initially proposed a reorganization plan to establish integrated regional offices by merging the offices of various environmental organizations. The entities involved in this proposed merger were the Forest Survey of India (FSI), the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB), and the Central Zoo Authority (CZA). 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. In order to promote Safe Telecom Utilisation, the government has introduced two reforms for mobile user protection to promote a cleaner and safer Digital Ecosystem. 2. The two reforms, KYC (Know Your Customer) Reforms and Point of Sale (POS) registration Reform. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: In order to promote Safe Telecom Utilisation, the government has introduced two reforms for mobile user protection to promote a cleaner and safer Digital Ecosystem. The two reforms, KYC (Know Your Customer) Reforms and Point of Sale (POS) registration Reform. These two reforms are in the direction of earlier reforms introduced with the launch of Sanchar Saathi, a citizen-centric portal that has empowered India's fight against the menace of cybercrimes and financial frauds. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. Supreme Court of India directed the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to conduct a detailed non-invasive survey of the Gyanvapi mosque in barely, Uttar Pradesh to determine if the mosque was built atop a temple. 2. India aims to eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis by 2037, three years ahead of the global target, through a mission-driven strategy. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Supreme Court of India directed the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to conduct a detailed non-invasive survey of the Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to determine if the mosque was built atop a temple. Purpose of the Survey The petitioners argued that the mosque was built on the foundation of the temple and that there were several Hindu idols and structures hidden inside the mosque. The court directed the ASI to form a five-member committee of experts to conduct a comprehensive physical survey of the entire Gyanvapi compound using non-invasive techniques such as ground-penetrating radar (GPR) and carbon dating. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. Rajasthan government has announced a 15% increase in honorarium for women involved in rural livelihood projects. 2. On August 18 Mr Gehlot distributed loans worth ₹702 crore issued by banks, Mahila Nidhi and under Watershed Development Convergence and Livelihood Promotion Assistance. 3. Shri Gehlot has already approved the proposal to give 5% interest subsidy on loans availed by SHG members from Mahila Nidhi. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 are correct 1 and 3 are correct 2 and 3 are correct All of the above Explanation: Rajasthan government has announced a 15% increase in honorarium for women involved in rural livelihood projects. Announced a 15% increase in the honorarium given to women associated with rural livelihood projects being run by the Rajasthan Rural Livelihood Development Council. Women will also get Rs 1,000 crore interest-free loan for agriculture and non-agriculture works. On August 18 Mr Gehlot distributed loans worth ₹702 crore issued by banks, Mahila Nidhi and under Watershed Development Convergence and Livelihood Promotion Assistance. Shri Gehlot has already approved the proposal to give 8% interest subsidy on loans availed by SHG members from Mahila Nidhi. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. The exciting and vibrant Onam festival has begun in Kerala, a festival of unity, cultural celebration and happiness. 2. The festival lasts for 20 days, starting on Atham (the first day of Onam) and ending on Thiruvonam (the last day). Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: The exciting and vibrant Onam festival has begun in Kerala, a festival of unity, cultural celebration and happiness. The festival lasts for 10 days, starting on Atham (the first day of Onam) and ending on Thiruvonam (the last day). It is a major harvest festival of Kerala and also marks the homecoming of the demon king Mahabali, who brought peace and prosperity to Kerala. It is one of the three major festivals of Kerala, celebrated during Chingam, the first month of the Malayalam calendar, Kollavarsham. The other two major festivals of the state are Vishu and Thiruvathira. A central aspect of Onam involves the making of Pookkalam, intricate flower rangolis. Along with this, a variety of rituals enrich the festival, including Vallam Kali (boat race), Pulikali (tiger dance), Kummattikali (mask dance) and Onathallu (martial arts), among other captivating traditions. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation UPSC QUIZ 21.08.2023 UPSC QUIZ 23.08.2023
