1 UPSC EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 18.07.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. National Eligibility Entrance Test and University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test exam paper leaks on the dark web before the exam have sparked nationwide protests and concerns. 2. Dark net is a concealed section of the internet that regular search engines do not index. It can only be accessed using specialised browsers such as Tor (The Onion Router). Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET-UG) and University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) exam paper leaks on the dark web before the exam have sparked nationwide protests and concerns. Dark Net The dark net is a concealed section of the internet that regular search engines do not index. It can only be accessed using specialised browsers such as Tor (The Onion Router). It was initially developed to facilitate secure, anonymous communication, primarily for government and military use. However, it has recently become associated with criminal activities such as the sale of illegal weapons and drugs. Conversations on the dark net are heavily encrypted, leaving no trace of communication between sender and receiver, ensuring high anonymity for users. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. NITI Aayog has released its latest Sustainable Development Goal India Index for 2023-24, showing significant progress in sustainable development across states and union territory of India. 2. The SDG India Index is a tool developed by NITI Aayog to measure and track India’s progress towards the SDGs set by the United Nations. 3. The Index supports the localization of SDGs, encouraging states to integrate these goals into their development plans. 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: NITI Aayog has released its latest Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) India Index for 2023-24, showing significant progress in sustainable development across states and union territory of India. SDG India Index The SDG India Index is a tool developed by NITI Aayog to measure and track India’s progress towards the SDGs set by the United Nations. The Index supports the localization of SDGs, encouraging states to integrate these goals into their development plans. It serves as a benchmark for policymakers to identify gaps and prioritise actions towards achieving sustainable development by 2030. Methodology: The Index assesses the performance of states and union territories (UTs) across 16 SDGs using a set of indicators aligned with national priorities. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. Ministry of Earth Science has started the task of scientific deep drilling of the earth’s crust to a depth of 10 km with the help of a specialised institute named Borehole Geophysics Research Laboratory (BGRL) in Karad, Maharashtra. 2. It has already completed the drilling to a depth of 3 km. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Ministry of Earth Science has started the task of scientific deep drilling of the earth’s crust to a depth of 6 km with the help of a specialised institute named Borehole Geophysics Research Laboratory (BGRL) in Karad, Maharashtra.It has already completed the drilling to a depth of 3 km. Koyna Uniquely Suited for India's Deep Drilling Mission Triggered Seismicity: Unlike most earthquakes that occur at tectonic plate boundaries, Koyna witnessed a series of tremors following the construction of the Koyna Dam in 1962. This phenomenon, where human activity (filling the reservoir) triggered earthquakes, is called Reservoir-Induced Seismicity (RIS). Scientists aim to directly study the earth's composition and stresses at the source of these triggered earthquakes through deep drilling. Active Fault Zone: The Koyna-Warna region sits on a geological fault line, making it inherently prone to earthquakes. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. One Scientist, One Product' scheme launched by ICAR. 2. On the occasion of the 96th foundation day of the ICAR, the formal announcement of the release of 123 varieties of 66 crops, including cereals, oilseeds, fodder crops, and sugarcane, also made at a function organized in Delhi on July 16. 3. These crops include 289 climate-resistant varieties and 27 bio-enhanced varieties. 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: On July 16, the 'One Scientist-One Product' program has been launched by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) to improve research in the field of agriculture and animal husbandry. On the occasion of the 96th foundation day of the ICAR, the formal announcement of the release of 323 varieties of 56 crops, including cereals, oilseeds, fodder crops, and sugarcane, also made at a function organized in Delhi on July 16. These crops include 289 climate-resistant varieties and 27 bio-enhanced varieties. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the ‘one scientist, one product’ program. ICAR is also working to develop 100 new seed varieties and 100 agricultural technologies in 100 days under the 100-day action plan of the Centre. A total of 2,593 high-yielding varieties were released from 2014-15 to 2023-24. These include 2,177 climate-resilient varieties (83% of the total), with biotic and abiotic stress resistance, and 150 bio-fortified crop varieties. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. Nirma University Institute of Technology team won the robot competition DD- Robocon India 2024. 2. The first runner up award in this competition was bagged by Pimpri-Chinchwad College of Engineering, Pune, while MIT World Peace University, Pune became the second runner up. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Nirma University Institute of Technology team won the robot competition DD- Robocon India 2024. IIT Delhi and Prasar Bharati hosted the two-day robot competition ‘DD-Robocon’ India 2024 on July 13 and 14 at Thyagaraj Stadium, Delhi. The first runner up award in this competition was bagged by Pimpri-Chinchwad College of Engineering, Pune, while MIT World Peace University, Pune became the second runner up. The winning team will represent India at the international Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union Robocon 2024 in Quang Ninh, Vietnam. ABU Robocon 2024 will be held on August 25 in Quang Ninh, Vietnam. More than 750 students from over 45 colleges, institutes and universities across the country participated in the event. DD- Robocon India aims to promote technical skill development and innovation among engineering students in the field of robotics. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 18.07.2024 ALL EXAM QUIZ 19.07.2024
