0 UPSC ENGLISH QUIZ 07.10.2023 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: According to a recent report analyzing Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, Delhi tops the list of the 10 most polluted cities in the country from October 2022 to September 2023. The concentration of PM 2.5 here is 80.01 micrograms per cubic metre, Which is three times the safe limit set by the government. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: According to a recent report analyzing Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, Delhi tops the list of the 10 most polluted cities in the country from October 2022 to September 2023. The concentration of PM 2.5 here is 100.01 micrograms per cubic metre, Which is three times the safe limit set by the government. Key points Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in India. There has been some improvement in air quality due to climatic factors like rain and wind, but Delhi still tops the list of polluted cities. Apart from Delhi, four more cities of the National Capital Region (NCR) - Faridabad (89 micrograms per cubic meter), Noida (79.1 micrograms per cubic meter), Ghaziabad (78.3 micrograms per cubic meter) and Meerut (76.9 micrograms per cubic meter) - Also included in the top 10 most polluted cities. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2023 to Moungi G Bawendi, Louis E Brus, and Alexei I Ekimov for their groundbreaking discovery and synthesis of quantum dots. However, about forty years ago, scientists discovered that particles of the same element on the nanoscale, typically 10 to 100 billionths of a meter in size, exhibit different behavior from their larger counterparts, contradicting this conventional belief. Traditionally, the concept was prevalent that due to the uniform distribution of electrons in all parts of a pure element, no matter what their size, their properties are always the same. 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: Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2023 to Moungi G Bawendi, Louis E Brus, and Alexei I Ekimov for their groundbreaking discovery and synthesis of quantum dots. Traditionally, all pieces of a pure element, regardless of size, were believed to have identical properties due to the uniform distribution of electrons. However, about forty years ago, scientists discovered that nanoparticles on the nanoscale, typically 1 to 100 billionths of a meter in size, exhibited distinct behaviors different from their larger counterparts of the same element, challenging this conventional belief. Nobel Laureates' Contributions Alexei Ekimov: In around 1980, Alexei Ekimov was the first to observe the anomalous behavior in Copper Chloride nanoparticles.He successfully manufactured these nanoparticles, showcasing their distinctive properties. Louis Brus: American scientist Louis Brus made a similar discovery involving Cadmium Sulphide nanoparticles.Like Ekimov, he could create these nanoparticles with altered properties. Moungi Bawendi: Moungi Bawendi, who initially collaborated with Louis Brus, later played a pivotal role in simplifying the production methods for nanoparticles with unique characteristics.His work paved the way for efficient and controlled manufacturing of nanoparticles displaying desired deviant behaviors. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: India and Argentina have signed an important social security agreement. The objective of which is to protect the rights of professionals and workers of both the countries with respect to social security contributions. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: India and Argentina have signed a significant Social Security Agreement (SSA) aimed at protecting the rights of professionals and workers from both countries regarding social security contributions. Social Security Agreement It ensures that the rights of professionals and workers in both countries are protected against the loss of social security benefits or contributions. The growing number of Indian professionals working in Argentina and Argentine nationals seeking employment in India necessitated this legal framework. Key Highlights The SSA applies to legislation in both India and Argentina concerning various aspects of social security, including old age, survivor's pension, and permanent, total disability pension for employed persons. The agreement provides rights and benefits to detached workers, i.e., employees working in another country on a temporary basis, and their family members. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: The 22nd Law Commission of India submitted a report which suggested amending Section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure 1983 (CrPC) to allow online registration of FIRs (First Information Reports). The Law Commission of India was requested by the Ministry of Home Affairs of India in June 2018 to study the feasibility of amending section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure 1973 (CrPC) to enable online FIR registration. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: The 22nd Law Commission of India submitted a report which suggested amending Section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure 1973 (CrPC) to allow online registration of FIRs (First Information Reports). The Law Commission of India was requested by the Ministry of Home Affairs of India in June 2018 to study the feasibility of amending section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure 1973 (CrPC) to enable online FIR registration. The Commission examined the reference and 27 Submitted its report number 282 to the Ministry of Law and Justice, Department of Legal Affairs in September 2023. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: Tamil Nadu's Shore Temple became India's first Green Energy Archeological Site. A renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site, Shore Temple in Mamallapuram, becomes India’s first Green Energy Archaeological Site. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Tamil Nadu's Shore Temple became India's first Green Energy Archeological Site. A renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site, Shore Temple in Mamallapuram, becomes India’s first Green Energy Archaeological Site. This milestone has become possible through the successful implementation of the Green Heritage Project. Green Heritage Project was implemented by the authorities jointly with Renault Nissan Technology, Business Centre India (Renault Nissan Tech) and Hand in Hand India. Three Solar power plants having a capacity of 10 kilowatts have been installed to meet the energy requirement of the site. The energy required to illuminate the temple is generated through solar power plants. The Solar plants would not only illuminate the shore temple but also provide power to the newly installed reverse osmosis plant. It would also ensure the supply of clean drinking water to visitors. Electric buggies will be arranged for visitors to enjoy the sights. Shore Temple It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram in 1984. It is one of the oldest structural stone temples of Southern India. It is located in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu. The Shore Temple of Mamallapuram was built during the reign of the Pallavan king Rajasimha/Narasimhavarman II. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation UPSC QUIZ 06.10.2023 ALL EXAM QUIZ 09.10.2023
