Daily Quiz 5 October 2023

Explanation:

• Option (2) is correct: Several people died and went missing after South Lhonak Lake, a glacial lake in Sikkim, burst and overflowed into the Teesta River, creating a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF). Lhonak Lake is a glacial lake located in the Lachen Valley of North Sikkim. Lhonak Lake is a moraine-dammed lake. ICIMOD or the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development defines a GLOF as ‘the sudden release of water from a lake fed by glacier melt that has formed at the side, in front, within, beneath, or on the surface of a glacier’. Causes of GLOFs are:
  • Structural failure: When glaciers start to melt, they can create glacial lakes. The water in these lakes can put pressure on the natural dam that holds the water in, causing it to fail.
  • Earthquakes: Earthquakes can cause sudden changes in the shape and stability of a glacial lake and its dam, leading to a GLOF.
  • Climate change: Rising temperatures and increased rainfall can lead to more meltwater and therefore more glacial lakes, as well as increase the risk of GLOFs.
  • Human activities: Human activities, such as construction or mining, can cause changes in the area around a glacial lake that can lead to a GLOF.

Explanation:

India’s maritime sector is expected to play a pivotal role in achieving a $20 trillion economy by 2047, with a 9% projected growth rate.

• Statement 1 is correct: India is strategically located on the world’s shipping routes with a coastline of approximately 7,517 km. Approximately 95% of India’s merchandise trade is done through sea ports. The Indian Maritime Sector contributes to 95% of India’s trade by volume and 70% by value. India is the 16th largest maritime country in the world and 3rd largest globally in terms of ship recycling by tonnage. As of 2021, India owned over 30% global market share in the ship breaking industry and is home to the largest ship-breaking facility in the world.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: Ports in India are classified as Major and Minor Ports according to the jurisdiction of the Central and State government as defined under the Indian Ports Act, 1908. All the 12 Major Ports are governed under the Major Port Trusts act, 1963 and are owned and managed by the Central Government. All the Minor Ports are governed under the Indian Port Act, 1908 and are owned and managed by the State Governments. Each major port is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the Government of India. The Trusts operate on the basis of policy directives and orders from the Government of India.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) of up to 100% has been allowed under the automatic route for port and harbor construction and maintenance projects. It has also facilitated a 10-year tax holiday to enterprises that develop, maintain, and operate ports, inland waterways, and inland ports. To improve operational efficiency through mechanization, deepening the draft, and speedy evacuations,

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is correct: Maa Danteshwari Temple is one of the 52 Shakti Peethas as it is believed that the tooth of Mother Sati had fallen here. The idol of Goddess in the temple is made of black granite stone with hexagons.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: Danteshwari Temple is situated near the confluence of the Dankini and Shankhini rivers in Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. Before Holi, a nine-day festival called PhalgunMadai is organized at the temple.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: The Prime Minister of India recently visited the Maa Danteshwari Temple in Bastar, Chhattisgarh. The temple was built by the Chalukyas during the 14th Century. Danteshwari Temple is dedicated to Goddess Danteshwari.

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is correct: The National Turmeric Board aims to:
  • Provide leadership on turmeric related matters,
  • Facilitate greater coordination with Spices Board in development and growth of the turmeric sector,
  • Increase awareness and consumption of turmeric,
  • Develop new markets internationally to increase its exports,
  • Promote research and development of new products,
  • Develop on India’s traditional knowledge for value-added turmeric products,
  • Focus on capacity building and skill development of turmeric growers for harnessing greater benefits out of value addition,
  • Promote quality and food safety standards.
• Statement 2 is correct: The National Turmeric Board shall have:
  • A Chairperson to be appointed by the Central Government,
  • Members from the Ministry of AYUSH, Departments of Pharmaceuticals, Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Commerce & Industry of the Union Government,
  • Senior State Government representatives from three states (on rotation basis),
  • Selected national/state institutions involved in research,
  • Representatives of turmeric farmers and exporters,
  • Secretary to be appointed by the Department of Commerce
• Statement 3 is incorrect: The Central Government has recently notified the constitution of the National Turmeric Board. It is created through executive action of the central government and not through a statute of the Parliament. It aims to focus on the development and growth of turmeric and turmeric products in India and to increase turmeric exports to USD 1 Billion by 2030.

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is correct: The Speaker of the United States of America’s House of Representatives, Kevin McCarthy, has been removed from his position, for the first time in the body’s 234-year history. The Speaker is typically the leader of the majority party in the House and is elected at the beginning of each new Congress.
• Statement 2 is correct: The Speaker of the House can be removed from their position through a vote of no confidence, which requires a majority vote of the House members. The speaker is the second in presidential line of succession, following the Vice President. He is a prominent party leader, involved in politics.
• Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I: The Speaker of the House is the presiding officer of the U.S. House of Representatives. The Speaker of the United States House of Representatives is elected by members of the House. Speaker being the leader of the majority party in the House of Representatives is not explained by the fact that the speaker is removed from position through a vote of no confidence.