0 UPSC EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 08.02.2025 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. Guneri village, spread over an area of 12.78 hectares in Lakhtar tehsil of Kutch district, has been declared as Gujarat's first Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS). 2. It is a natural inland mangrove site. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Guneri village, spread over an area of 32.78 hectares in Lakhtar tehsil of Kutch district, has been declared as Gujarat's first Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS). It is a natural inland mangrove site. Gujarat Biodiversity Board has notified the 32.78 hectare “Guneri's Inland Mangroves” area in Lakhpat taluka of Kutch district as Gujarat's first Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS). It is located at a distance of only 1.75 km, 4 km and 45 km from the Great Rann of Kutch, Kori Creek and Arabian Sea respectively. It is also known as Guneri Inland Mangrove Site. It is a habitat for 20 migratory and 25 local migratory bird species.The mangrove species found here is “Avicennia marina”. Gujarat Biodiversity Board notified BHS under Section 37 of Biological Diversity Act, 2002 and Gujarat Biological Diversity Rules 2010 of Government of Gujarat. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. A key feature of the Union Budget 2025-26 is the launch of the Nuclear Power Mission, which focuses on research and development (R&D) of small modular reactors (SMRs). 2. The government has set aside Rs 10,000 crore for this initiative, which aims to develop at least five indigenously designed and operational SMRs by 2033. 3. The mission aligns with India’s commitment to achieving 100 GW of nuclear energy capacity by 2047. 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: A key feature of the Union Budget 2025-26 is the launch of the Nuclear Power Mission, which focuses on research and development (R&D) of small modular reactors (SMRs). The government has set aside Rs 20,000 crore for this initiative, which aims to develop at least five indigenously designed and operational SMRs by 2033. The mission aligns with India’s commitment to achieving 100 GW of nuclear energy capacity by 2047, a milestone deemed essential for reducing carbon emissions and meeting future energy demands. To facilitate the implementation of the Nuclear Energy Mission, amendments to the Atomic Energy Act and Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act will be taken up by the parliament. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. A recent study has revealed that 110 glaciers have disappeared in the eastern Himalayas of Arunachal Pradesh during a period of 32 years (1988-2020). 2. This indicates rapid melting of glaciers, which can have serious impacts on the water system and climate of the region. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: A recent study has revealed that 110 glaciers have disappeared in the eastern Himalayas of Arunachal Pradesh during a period of 32 years (1988-2020). This indicates rapid melting of glaciers, which can have serious impacts on the water system and climate of the region. Key findings of the study Research and technical application: The study was conducted by researchers from Nagaland University and Cotton University, using remote sensing and GIS technology to detect glacier boundaries. Reduction in number of glaciers: The number of glaciers in Arunachal Pradesh declined from 756 to 646 during the study period. Reduction in glacier cover: The total glacier area declined from 23 sq km to 309.85 sq km, indicating a reduction of more than 47%. Location and position of glaciers: Most glaciers are located at an altitude of 4,500–4,800 m, face north and lie on slopes of 15°–35°. Consequences of glacier loss: This rapid glacier loss has exposed bedrock and created glacier lakes, increasing the risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs). 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. India's first AI university will be established in Maharashtra. 2. The Principal Secretary, Department of Information Technology, will chair the task force. 3. Research and development in AI and related fields will be promoted by the university, which will also be a center of excellence, encouraging collaboration between the industry, academia, and government. 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: The country's first Artificial Intelligence (AI) university is set to be established in Maharashtra, and a task force has been formed to plan and implement the project. The Principal Secretary, Department of Information Technology, will chair the task force. Research and development in AI and related fields will be promoted by the university, which will also be a center of excellence, encouraging collaboration between the industry, academia, and government. The university will promote research and development in AI, focusing on skill development, technological innovation, and policy formulation to establish Maharashtra as a hub for AI education and innovation. The initiative is in line with the BJP's election manifesto, which highlighted the use of technology for development. The AI University will be a center of excellence, promoting collaboration between industry, academia, and government. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. ISRO released FEAST software at the 8th National Finite Element Developers’ meeting at IIT-Hyderabad. 2. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) released the latest version of the Finite Element Analysis of Structures (FEAST) software. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: ISRO released FEAST software at the 8th National Finite Element Developers’ meeting at IIT-Hyderabad. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) released the latest version of the Finite Element Analysis of Structures (FEAST) software. A union of industry leaders, academicians, and researchers took part in the 8th national finite element developers’ meeting. The main aim of the meeting was to promote indigenously developed finite element-based structural analysis software. FEAST software has been developed by ISRO’s Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC). It is a structural analysis software based on the finite element method, which will be used for analysing the behaviour of structures under various loads in the fields of aerospace, automobile, civil, mechanical, and marine engineering. It will help engineers to test designs virtually before physical construction. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 08.02.2025 ALL EXAM QUIZ 10.02.2025
