Daily Quiz 28 June 2024
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsThe Ten Degree Channel is a significant geographical feature in the Indian Ocean. It separates which of the following islands/island groups?
Correct
Answer: A
Explanation:
Andaman and Nicobar Islands:
- The archipelago consists of 836 islands, divided into two groups: the Andaman Islands to the north and the Nicobar Islands to the south.
- These two groups (Andaman Islands and Nicobar Islands) are separated by the 150-km wide Ten Degree Channel.
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Answer: A
Explanation:
Andaman and Nicobar Islands:
- The archipelago consists of 836 islands, divided into two groups: the Andaman Islands to the north and the Nicobar Islands to the south.
- These two groups (Andaman Islands and Nicobar Islands) are separated by the 150-km wide Ten Degree Channel.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsWith reference to black holes, consider the following statements:
- Black holes are regions in space where the gravitational pull is so strong that not even light can escape.
- They are formed by the collapse of a massive star.
- The Sun is not a big enough star to make a black hole.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
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Answer: D
Explanation:
Statements 1, 2 and 3 are Correct:
- Black Holes are the areas in space-time with gravity so intense that nothing, not even light, can escape.
- Its formation occurs when a massive star collapses into itself after its lifecycle, becoming extremely dense and warping surrounding space-time.
- Types:
- Stellar Black Hole: Results from the collapse of a single massive star.
- Intermediate Black Hole: Masses are between 100 and 100,000 solar masses.
- Supermassive Black Hole: Masses range from millions to billions of solar masses, located at the centres of most galaxies, including the Milky Way.
- Supermassive black holes create a violent environment by shredding and consuming any nearby material due to their immense gravity.
- The Sun would need to be approximately 20 times more massive to end its life as a black hole.
- Stars of this size or larger can explode into a supernova at the end of their lifetimes, eventually collapsing into a black hole.
- Some stars are large enough to go supernova but too small to become black holes; these stars collapse into super-dense structures called neutron stars after their supernova explosion.
- However, the Sun is not massive enough for this fate either, possessing only about one-tenth of the mass required to eventually become a neutron star.
Related Information:
- A swirling disc of diffuse material forms around the black hole called an accretion disk.
- This accretion disk heats up to extremely high temperatures and radiates immense energy, sometimes outshining an entire galaxy.
- A bright and compact region powered by a supermassive black hole at the centre of a galaxy is called an active galactic nucleus (AGN).
- AGNs emit vast amounts of energy across the electromagnetic spectrum, from radio waves to gamma rays.
These AGNs are some of the most luminous objects in the universe.
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Answer: D
Explanation:
Statements 1, 2 and 3 are Correct:
- Black Holes are the areas in space-time with gravity so intense that nothing, not even light, can escape.
- Its formation occurs when a massive star collapses into itself after its lifecycle, becoming extremely dense and warping surrounding space-time.
- Types:
- Stellar Black Hole: Results from the collapse of a single massive star.
- Intermediate Black Hole: Masses are between 100 and 100,000 solar masses.
- Supermassive Black Hole: Masses range from millions to billions of solar masses, located at the centres of most galaxies, including the Milky Way.
- Supermassive black holes create a violent environment by shredding and consuming any nearby material due to their immense gravity.
- The Sun would need to be approximately 20 times more massive to end its life as a black hole.
- Stars of this size or larger can explode into a supernova at the end of their lifetimes, eventually collapsing into a black hole.
- Some stars are large enough to go supernova but too small to become black holes; these stars collapse into super-dense structures called neutron stars after their supernova explosion.
- However, the Sun is not massive enough for this fate either, possessing only about one-tenth of the mass required to eventually become a neutron star.
Related Information:
- A swirling disc of diffuse material forms around the black hole called an accretion disk.
- This accretion disk heats up to extremely high temperatures and radiates immense energy, sometimes outshining an entire galaxy.
- A bright and compact region powered by a supermassive black hole at the centre of a galaxy is called an active galactic nucleus (AGN).
- AGNs emit vast amounts of energy across the electromagnetic spectrum, from radio waves to gamma rays.
These AGNs are some of the most luminous objects in the universe.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) Report
- SIPRI is an independent international institute dedicated to research into conflict, armaments, arms control and disarmament.
- Russia and China collectively possess nearly 90% of all nuclear weapons worldwide.
- India possesses more nuclear weapons than Pakistan.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Answer: B
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is Correct: Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) is an independent organization dedicated to research in conflict, armaments, arms control, and disarmament.
- Established in 1966 by the Swedish Parliament.
- Located in Stockholm, serves as a hub for international cooperation among researchers.
- Collaborates with research centers, intergovernmental organizations like the UN and EU, and hosts delegations and visiting researchers.
- Aims to sustain peace through research and policy recommendations.
- Receives significant funding from an annual grant by the Swedish Government.
- Also seeks financial support from other organizations for its research activities.
- Organizational Structure:
- Governed by a Governing Board and led by a Director and Deputy Director.
- Includes research staff, support staff, guest researchers, and interns from around the world.
- Statement 2 is Incorrect: According to the recent report by SIPRI:
- Approximately 2,100 deployed nuclear warheads are on high operational alert on ballistic missiles.
- The majority are held by Russia and the US.
- China reportedly placed some warheads on high operational alert for the first time.
- Russia and the US collectively possess nearly 90% of all nuclear weapons worldwide.
- Russia increased its deployed warheads by approximately 36 compared to January 2023.
- China’s Nuclear Arsenal: China’s nuclear stockpile remains significantly smaller than those of Russia and the US, reflecting a strategic approach.
Statement 3 is Correct: India’s nuclear arsenal increased to 172 warheads, slightly surpassing Pakistan’s count of 170 in 2023.
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Answer: B
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is Correct: Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) is an independent organization dedicated to research in conflict, armaments, arms control, and disarmament.
- Established in 1966 by the Swedish Parliament.
- Located in Stockholm, serves as a hub for international cooperation among researchers.
- Collaborates with research centers, intergovernmental organizations like the UN and EU, and hosts delegations and visiting researchers.
- Aims to sustain peace through research and policy recommendations.
- Receives significant funding from an annual grant by the Swedish Government.
- Also seeks financial support from other organizations for its research activities.
- Organizational Structure:
- Governed by a Governing Board and led by a Director and Deputy Director.
- Includes research staff, support staff, guest researchers, and interns from around the world.
- Statement 2 is Incorrect: According to the recent report by SIPRI:
- Approximately 2,100 deployed nuclear warheads are on high operational alert on ballistic missiles.
- The majority are held by Russia and the US.
- China reportedly placed some warheads on high operational alert for the first time.
- Russia and the US collectively possess nearly 90% of all nuclear weapons worldwide.
- Russia increased its deployed warheads by approximately 36 compared to January 2023.
- China’s Nuclear Arsenal: China’s nuclear stockpile remains significantly smaller than those of Russia and the US, reflecting a strategic approach.
Statement 3 is Correct: India’s nuclear arsenal increased to 172 warheads, slightly surpassing Pakistan’s count of 170 in 2023.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statement related to Iberian Lynx:
- It is endemic to Europe.
- It is categorized as an endangered species as per the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
- It is generally nocturnal in nature.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: C
Explanation:
- Statements 1 and 3 are Correct: The Iberian Lynx (Lynx pardinus) is often referred to as the ‘cat with nine lives‘.
- Endemic Carnivore: It is one of two carnivore species endemic to Europe, the other being the European mink (Mustela lutreola).
- Features: It is distinguished by its pointy ears, long legs, and leopard-like spotted fur.
- Sexual Dimorphism: Similar to other cat species, this lynx is sexually dimorphic, with males being heavier and longer than females.
- Nocturnal Behaviour: Generally nocturnal, its activity patterns align closely with those of its primary prey, the rabbit.
- Habitat: Prefers variable terrain below 1300 metres, featuring a mosaic of closed Mediterranean scrubland interspersed with open grassland patches, often including marsh ecotones.
- Distribution: Once widespread across the Iberian Peninsula, it is now sparsely distributed in Spain and Portugal.
- Threats: Faces threats from human activities, such as poaching, habitat destruction, illegal hunting, and a decreased food base.
- Statement 2 is Incorrect: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) moved its conservation status of Iberian Lynx from ‘Endangered’ to ‘Vulnerable’.
- CITES: Appendix II
Incorrect
Answer: C
Explanation:
- Statements 1 and 3 are Correct: The Iberian Lynx (Lynx pardinus) is often referred to as the ‘cat with nine lives‘.
- Endemic Carnivore: It is one of two carnivore species endemic to Europe, the other being the European mink (Mustela lutreola).
- Features: It is distinguished by its pointy ears, long legs, and leopard-like spotted fur.
- Sexual Dimorphism: Similar to other cat species, this lynx is sexually dimorphic, with males being heavier and longer than females.
- Nocturnal Behaviour: Generally nocturnal, its activity patterns align closely with those of its primary prey, the rabbit.
- Habitat: Prefers variable terrain below 1300 metres, featuring a mosaic of closed Mediterranean scrubland interspersed with open grassland patches, often including marsh ecotones.
- Distribution: Once widespread across the Iberian Peninsula, it is now sparsely distributed in Spain and Portugal.
- Threats: Faces threats from human activities, such as poaching, habitat destruction, illegal hunting, and a decreased food base.
- Statement 2 is Incorrect: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) moved its conservation status of Iberian Lynx from ‘Endangered’ to ‘Vulnerable’.
- CITES: Appendix II
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Digital Agriculture Mission, consider the following statement:
- It paves the way for creation of a nationwide farmers registry, crop sown registry, and georeferencing of village maps.
- It was launched on the recommendations of the Dalwai committee.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: C
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is Correct: The Digital Agriculture Mission 2021–2025 aims to promote and accelerate projects using cutting-edge technologies such as AI, blockchain, remote sensing, robots, and drones.
- A comprehensive ICT strategy has been developed to effectively reach farmers and improve communication.
- Key Components of the Mission:
- Unique Farmer ID: One of the core components of the mission is the creation of a farmers’ registry, where each farmer will receive a unique ID.
- Detailed Crop Records: The mission envisages the creation of a crop sown registry, which will maintain records of crops sown by farmers on their lands.
- Enhanced Mapping: The mission includes georeferencing village maps, which will provide precise agricultural data and improve land management practices.
- Statement 2 is Correct: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare launched the mission on the recommendations of the Doubling of Farmers Income (DFI) committee.
- The committee was chaired by Ashok Dalwai, who was then an additional secretary in the union ministry of agriculture.
- The committee submitted its report to the government in September 2018, which contained a strategy for doubling farmers’ income by 2022.
- The report included hundreds of recommendations and identified seven major sources of growth:
- Increasing crop productivity
- Increasing livestock productivity
- Resource use efficiency
- Increasing cropping intensity
- Diversifying towards high value crops
- Improving real prices received by farmers
- Ensuring farmers’ remunerative prices
Incorrect
Answer: C
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is Correct: The Digital Agriculture Mission 2021–2025 aims to promote and accelerate projects using cutting-edge technologies such as AI, blockchain, remote sensing, robots, and drones.
- A comprehensive ICT strategy has been developed to effectively reach farmers and improve communication.
- Key Components of the Mission:
- Unique Farmer ID: One of the core components of the mission is the creation of a farmers’ registry, where each farmer will receive a unique ID.
- Detailed Crop Records: The mission envisages the creation of a crop sown registry, which will maintain records of crops sown by farmers on their lands.
- Enhanced Mapping: The mission includes georeferencing village maps, which will provide precise agricultural data and improve land management practices.
- Statement 2 is Correct: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare launched the mission on the recommendations of the Doubling of Farmers Income (DFI) committee.
- The committee was chaired by Ashok Dalwai, who was then an additional secretary in the union ministry of agriculture.
- The committee submitted its report to the government in September 2018, which contained a strategy for doubling farmers’ income by 2022.
- The report included hundreds of recommendations and identified seven major sources of growth:
- Increasing crop productivity
- Increasing livestock productivity
- Resource use efficiency
- Increasing cropping intensity
- Diversifying towards high value crops
- Improving real prices received by farmers
- Ensuring farmers’ remunerative prices
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