1 UPSC ENGLISH QUIZ 24.08.2023 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements related to Chandrayaan-3: 1. India has created history. Chandrayaan-3 (Chandrayaan-3 Successful Landing) has successfully landed on the Moon's South Pole. 2. With Chandrayaan-3 (Chandrayaan-3 Landing on Lunar South Pole), India has become the first country to land on the Moon's South Pole. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: India has created history. Chandrayaan-3 (Chandrayaan-3 Successful Landing) has successfully landed on the Moon's South Pole. With Chandrayaan-3 (Chandrayaan-3 Landing on Lunar South Pole), India has become the first country to land on the Moon's South Pole. While India is the fourth country in the world to do soft landing in any part of the moon. Before India, only America, Soviet Union (now Russia) and China have been able to do soft landing on the moon. After reaching the moon, Chandrayaan-3 sent a message – I have reached my destination. The lander of Chandrayaan-3 landed at 6:40 pm on Wednesday evening. Two hours and 26 minutes later, the rover also came out of the lander. Rover is a six-wheeled robot. It will run on the surface of the moon. Its wheels have the impression of the Ashoka Pillar and the logo of ISRO. As the rover moves on the surface of the moon, the impression of the Ashoka Pillar and the logo of ISRO will go on being printed. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. Indian scientists have developed the first ever low-pungent mustard that is pest and disease-resistant. 2. It is based on CRISPR/Cas7 gene editing, while being non-GM and transgene-free. 3. Traditional mustard seeds (Brassica juncea) that are grown in India contain about 120-130 parts per million (ppm) of compounds called glucosinolates 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: Indian scientists have developed the first ever low-pungent mustard that is pest and disease-resistant. It is based on CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, while being non-GM and transgene-free. Significance of Gene Editing in Mustard Breeding Traditional mustard seeds (Brassica juncea) that are grown in India contain about 120-130 parts per million (ppm) of compounds called glucosinolates, which are a group of sulphur and nitrogen-containing compounds contributing to the characteristic pungency of their oil and meal. These compounds serve as natural defenders, protecting the plant from pests and diseases. In comparison, canola seeds have much fewer glucosinolates, around 30 ppm. These lower levels let the canola oil and meal have a specific pleasant taste. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. Education ministers from the BRICS countries—Brazil, India, China, and South Africa—have collectively decided to launch an independent university ranking system. 2. The move comes as a response to criticisms regarding existing rankings and their lack of comprehensive data. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Education ministers from the BRICS countries—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—have collectively decided to launch an independent university ranking system. The move comes as a response to criticisms regarding existing rankings and their lack of comprehensive data. During a meeting held in South Africa’s Mpumalanga province, the ministers acknowledged the necessity for a reliable and relevant education framework in today’s global context. The initiative stems from an agreement among departmental leaders, recognizing the limitations of current rating methods. Russia’s Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education, Konstantin Mogilevsky, highlighted the need for a fresh evaluation framework based on objective, universally accepted data. Representatives from all five countries’ Ministries of Education endorsed this idea, emphasizing qualitative benchmarks for the forthcoming rating system. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Limited has successfully completed the work of permanently diverting the Paravanar River to avoid flooding of residential and agricultural areas. 2. Which will benefit local communities in Tamil Nadu and agricultural irrigation. 3. NLCIL is a Navratna company under the administrative control of Ministry of Coal which comes under Central Public Sector Undertaking. 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: Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Limited has successfully completed the work of permanently diverting the Paravanar River to avoid flooding of residential and agricultural areas, which will benefit local communities in Tamil Nadu and agricultural irrigation. NLCIL is a Navratna company under the administrative control of Ministry of Coal which comes under Central Public Sector Undertaking. The Paravanar river basin is a leaf-shaped river basin located in the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu and is the second smallest river basin in Tamil Nadu. Parvanar river is not Sadanira river and is seasonal and ephemeral (used only for a short period of time). 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced the launch of India's own crash-testing programme, the India New Car Assessment Program (Bharat NCAP). 2. Which aims to improve road safety standards for motor vehicles up to 1.5 tonnes. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced the launch of India's own crash-testing programme, the India New Car Assessment Program (Bharat NCAP) which aims to improve road safety standards for motor vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes. The program will award star ratings to vehicles based on their performance in crash tests, helping buyers make an informed purchase decision. Bharat NCAP will be implemented from 1 October. The initiative is expected to enhance vehicle safety standards, promote quality-focused manufacturing and contribute to reducing road accidents and fatalities in India. The India New Car Assessment Program (Bharat NCAP) is India's crash-testing program designed to assess the safety of motor vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes. 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