0 UPSC EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 05.03.2025 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. Centre has made implementation of the three-language formula by Tamil Nadu as a condition for release of Samagra Shiksha funds to the state. 2. The Centre has withheld Rs 1,150 crore funds to Tamil Nadu under the Samagra Shiksha scheme over its refusal to adopt the three-language formula under the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Centre has made implementation of the three-language formula by Tamil Nadu as a condition for release of Samagra Shiksha funds to the state. The Centre has withheld Rs 2,150 crore funds to Tamil Nadu under the Samagra Shiksha scheme over its refusal to adopt the three-language formula under the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020. Tamil Nadu, since the 1960s, has consistently upheld its two-language policy of Tamil and English, resisting impositions of Hindi as a third language. Three-Language Formula (TLF) The TLF aims at promoting multilingualism and national unity by requiring schools to reach three languages. The Formula provided classification of languages for their teaching programme. According to the Formula Hindi-speaking states: Hindi, English, and a modern Indian language (preferably a South Indian language). Non-Hindi-speaking states: Hindi, English, and the regional language. The TLF was initially introduced by the National Policy on Education (1968), which was based on the recommendations of the Kothari Commission (1966). 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. Central government achieved the target of establishing 10,000 Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) under the Formation and Promotion of 10,000 FPOs Scheme. 2. FPOs are registered or incorporated under Part IXA of the Companies Act or the Co-operative Societies Act of the respective states. 3. The objective is to earn collective profits by taking advantage of economies of scale in the field of production and marketing in agriculture and allied sectors. 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: Central government achieved the target of establishing 10,000 Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) under the Formation and Promotion of 10,000 FPOs Scheme. The 10,000th FPO has been registered in Khagaria district and focuses on maize, banana, and paddy.Central Government had announced in the Union Budget 2019-20 its intention to form 10,000 new FPOs by 2023-24. Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) FPOs are incorporated/ registered either under Part IXA of the Companies Act or under the Co-operative Societies Act of the concerned States and formed for the purpose of leveraging collectives through economies of scale in the production and marketing of produce from agricultural and allied sectors. FPOs provide small farmers with direct access to significant market benefits, bargaining power and improving market access. FPOs help in collectivization of such small, marginal and landless farmers in order to give them the collective strength to deal with issues (access to technology, quality seed, fertilizers and pesticides). 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. India launched a multinational coalition called 'Cities Coalition for Circularity (C-3)'. 2. It aims to promote sustainable urban development through city-to-city collaboration, knowledge sharing, and private sector partnerships. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: India launched a multinational coalition called 'Cities Coalition for Circularity (C-3)', which aims to promote sustainable urban development through city-to-city collaboration, knowledge sharing and private sector partnerships. The launch of C-3 was announced during the inauguration of the 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Asia and the Pacific in Jaipur. The inaugural ceremony held in Jaipur also witnessed the signing of a key Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for CITIIS 2.0, which will prove to be a major milestone in urban sustainability initiatives. Under this, agreements worth Rs 1,800 crore were announced for the City Investments to Innovate, Integrate and Sustain 2.0 (CITIIS) initiative, which will benefit 18 cities in 14 states. The C-3 Forum will adopt the Jaipur Declaration (2025-2034), which is a non-political, non-binding commitment Which will guide efforts over the next decade towards resource efficiency and sustainable urban development. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. Anora wins the award for Best Picture at the Academy Awards. 2. Anora is a story of a sex worker who marries a wealthy client. 3. Baker’s other films include Tangerine, The Florida Project and Red Rocket. 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: Anora wins the award for Best Picture at the Academy Awards. Baker won Best Director and Mickey Madison won Best Actress award for the film Anora. Anora is a story of a sex worker who marries a wealthy client. Baker’s other films include Tangerine, The Florida Project and Red Rocket. Adrien Brody secured second Academy Award. He won Best Actor award for his portrayal of Laszlo Toth in The Brutalist. He earlier won Best Actor for The Pianist. Mikey Madison won her first Academy Award. Zoe Saldana won Best Supporting Actress for performance in Emilia Perez. Kieran Culkin won Best Supporting Actor award for role in A Real Pain. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. Kannada book included in the list of International Booker Prize for the first time. 2. Kannada writer Banu Mushtaq's short story collection “Heart Lamp” is one of the 11 books longlisted for this year's International Booker Prize. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Kannada book included in the list of International Booker Prize for the first time. Kannada writer Banu Mushtaq's short story collection “Heart Lamp” is one of the 13 books longlisted for this year's International Booker Prize. In a historic moment for Kannada literature, it has become the first Kannada book to be longlisted for the award, which is given to books translated into English. She is renowned as an advocate of Dalit and Muslim women's rights. She was awarded the Karnataka Sahitya Academy and Dana Chintamani Atimbhe awards. Deepa Bhasthi has translated this short story from Kannada to English. Deepa Bhasthi is a writer and literary translator based in Kodagu. Heart Lamp has previously been translated into Urdu, Hindi, Tamil and Malayalam. The list of 13 books – 11 novels and two short story collections – was selected by the 2025 judging panel, chaired by bestselling Booker Prize-winning author Max Porter. Late Kannada veteran writer UR Ananthamurthy was nominated for the Man Booker International in 2013, the first edition of the award. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 05.03.2025 ALL EXAM QUIZ 06.03.2025
