0 UPSC EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 28.01.2025 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch the NVS-02 satellite through a Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) as part of its 100th mission in January 2025. 2. NVS-02 is the second in the series of India’s second-generation navigation satellites and the tenth satellite of the NavIC system. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch the NVS-02 satellite through a Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) as part of its 100th mission in January 2025. NVS-02 Satellite NVS-02 is the second in the series of India’s second-generation navigation satellites and the ninth satellite of the NavIC system. NavIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation) consists of a total of 7 first-generation satellites. NVS-01, the first second-generation satellite, was launched on 29 May 2023. Launch Vehicle: NVS-02 will be launched through a GSLV Mark II rocket. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. According to a study published in the journal Nature Climate Change, 40% of the Arctic boreal zone has now become a carbon source, releasing carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. 2. This finding matches NOAA’s 2024 Arctic Report Card. 3. Which confirmed the transformation of Arctic tundra from a carbon sink to a carbon source due to rising temperatures and forest fire activity. 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: According to a study published in the journal Nature Climate Change, 40% of the Arctic boreal zone has now become a carbon source, releasing carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. This finding matches NOAA’s 2024 Arctic Report Card, which confirmed the transformation of Arctic tundra from a carbon sink to a carbon source due to rising temperatures and forest fire activity. Key findings of the study on Arctic Carbon source During 2001-2020, 30% of the Arctic region was a source of carbon dioxide. This figure increased to 40% when fire events were included. Fire impact: Emissions from fires in the Arctic play a key role in transforming the region into a carbon source. Meteorological impact: Carbon emissions during September to May are higher than the carbon absorbed in summer (June–August). 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. Even after four years of the request made by Tamil Nadu in January 2021, the Central Government has not given in-principle approval to the Kaveri-South Vellar Link Project. 2. The project aims to divert surplus water from the Mettur dam to the dry reservoirs of the Sarbanga basin in Salem district. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Even after four years of the request made by Tamil Nadu in January 2021, the Central Government has not given in-principle approval to the Kaveri-South Vellar Link Project. The Supreme Court, while considering the matter, rejected Karnataka's plea to stop the project. The court said that there is no need to consider Karnataka's demand for interim injunction without the approval of the Center. Kaveri-South Vellar Link Project Approval status: Tamil Nadu had sought in-principle approval from the Ministry of Jal Shakti for the project in January 2021, but the central government has not given approval yet. Project overview: The project aims to divert surplus water from the Mettur dam to the dry reservoirs of the Sarbanga basin in Salem district. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. Indore and Udaipur joined the list of wetland accredited cities. 2. Ramsar Convention is an intergovernmental treaty that provides a framework for the conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources. 3. The accreditation is an international recognition for cities that value their natural and man-made wetlands. 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: Indore and Udaipur have become the first two Indian cities to be included in the global list of accredited wetland cities under the Ramsar Convention. Ramsar Convention is an intergovernmental treaty that provides a framework for the conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources. The accreditation is an international recognition for cities that value their natural and man-made wetlands. The convention's independent advisory committee on wetland city accreditation recognized 31 new cities in its latest round, including two from India, taking the global list of such cities to 74. The accreditation of Indore (Madhya Pradesh) and Udaipur (Rajasthan) was announced by the conference on January 24, ahead of World Wetlands Day to be celebrated on February 2. Accreditation is granted only to cities that meet all six international criteria, including adopting measures to conserve wetlands and their ecological services. China has the highest number of cities in the global list of 74 recognized wetland cities, with 22, followed by France with nine. The International Convention on Wetlands, also known as the Ramsar Convention, was signed on 2 February 1971 in Ramsar, Iran, and came into force on 21 December 1975. India signed the Ramsar Convention on 1 February 1982. Currently, 85 wetlands in India are protected under the treaty. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. Four welfare programs were introduced by the Telangana Government. 2. These programs are intended for farmers, farm laborers, and families living below the poverty line. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Four welfare programs were introduced by the Telangana Government. These programs are intended for farmers, farm laborers, and families living below the poverty line. The programs were formally introduced at a village in each block across the state. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy launched these schemes at Chandravancha village in Kosgi Mandal, Narayanpet district. Forty lakh families in the state would receive ration cards from the government. These families will also receive fine rice. The Gram Sabhas that were recently held throughout the state were referred by the chief minister. He said that because officials are accountable to the people for attending Gram Sabhas, the government sent them to the villages. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 28.01.2025 ALL EXAM QUIZ 29.01.2025
