1 UPSC EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 06.01.2025 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. The combined index of eight core industries (ICI) recorded a growth of 5.3% in November 2024 as compared to November 2023. 2. ICI measures the combined and individual performance of eight core industries namely coal, crude oil, natural gas, refinery products, fertilizers, steel, cement and electricity generation. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: The combined index of eight core industries (ICI) recorded a growth of 4.3% in November 2024 as compared to November 2023. ICI measures the combined and individual performance of eight core industries namely coal, crude oil, natural gas, refinery products, fertilizers, steel, cement and electricity generation. The eight core industries account for 40.27% of the weight of items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). Final growth rate: For August 2024, the ICI declined by 1.5%. Cumulative growth: The cumulative growth of ICI for April-November 2024-25 is 4.2% (provisional) as compared to the same period of the previous year.These industries represent 40.27% of the total weight of items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. India’s largest power producer, National Thermal Power Corporation Limited has signed a strategic agreement with US-based Clean Core Thorium Energy to explore development and deployment of Advanced Nuclear Energy for Enriched Lives thorium based fuel. 2. ANEEL developed by CCTE is a thorium based fuel for Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors. 3. The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) plans to utilise India’s abundant thorium reserves in its three-stage nuclear power programme as a long-term strategy. 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: India’s largest power producer, National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) Limited has signed a strategic agreement with US-based Clean Core Thorium Energy (CCTE) to explore development and deployment of Advanced Nuclear Energy for Enriched Lives (ANEEL) thorium based fuel. ANEEL developed by CCTE is a thorium based fuel for Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors (PHWR). The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) plans to utilise India’s abundant thorium reserves in its three-stage nuclear power programme as a long-term strategy. Advanced Nuclear Energy for Enriched Life ANEEL is a patented nuclear fuel which is a mixture of thorium and High Assay Low Enriched Uranium (HALEU). The fuel is named in honour of Dr. Anil Kakodkar, one of India’s leading nuclear scientists.HALEU is uranium enriched from 5% to 20%, which is required for many advanced nuclear reactor designs. It is currently produced only in Russia and China, and its production in the US is limited. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. A fourth century Sanskrit inscription written in Brahmi script has been found near Gilgit in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. 2. The inscription found from Gilgit mentions that Pushpasingh had established Maheshwarling for the merit of his guru (name is partially lost). Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: A fourth century Sanskrit inscription written in Brahmi script has been found near Gilgit in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The inscription found from Gilgit mentions that Pushpasingh had established Maheshwarling for the merit of his guru (name is partially lost). Earlier in 2024, a 10th-century Sanskrit and Sharada script (used for Sanskrit and Kashmiri in Kashmir) inscription was discovered near Peshawar, which referred to Buddhist Dharini mantras with the mention of "Da(Dha)rini" in the sixth line. Buddhist Dharini refers to sacred mantras or chants, used in Buddhism to invoke protection, purification and blessings. These mantras are believed to have spiritual power and are often chanted in rituals to promote well-being. Dharini usually contain sacred syllables or phrases. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. Medical Textiles Quality Control Order, 2024 has been issued by the Ministry of Textiles. 2. The purpose of the Medical Textiles Quality Control Order, 2024, is to guarantee the effectiveness and safety of the essential items that fall under the category of medical textiles. 3. The order establishes strict quality criteria for these products, including labelling specifications and testing procedures. 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: Medical Textiles Quality Control Order, 2024 has been issued by the Ministry of Textiles. The purpose of the Medical Textiles Quality Control Order, 2024, is to guarantee the effectiveness and safety of the essential items that fall under the category of medical textiles. The order establishes strict quality criteria for these products, including labelling specifications and testing procedures. The ministry has given the small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) sector an additional extension until April 1, 2025, to comply with the Quality Control Order. A six-month transition period, ending on June 30th, has been given to manufacturers and importers to get rid of their current legacy inventories. The industry will be able to adapt to the new quality standards with minimal interruption due to this provision. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. Union cabinet approved MoU on trade of Non-Basmati White Rice between the Ministry of Cooperation of India and the Ministry of Trade of Indonesia. 2. This MoU has been signed for trading of one million metric tonnes of non-basmati white rice annually based on production and international prices. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Union cabinet approved MoU on trade of Non-Basmati White Rice between the Ministry of Cooperation of India and the Ministry of Trade of Indonesia. This MoU has been signed for trading of one million metric tonnes of non-basmati white rice annually based on production and international prices. The duration of the MoU will be four years and will get automatically extended for an additional four years. This agreement will be implemented by National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL). This MoU will help to resolve the issue of the trade imbalance and will strengthen India-Indonesia trade relations. NCEL will procure Non-Basmati White Rice (NBWR) from the open market through a transparent tender process and from cooperative societies. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 06.01.2025 ALL EXAM QUIZ 07.01.2025
