Current Affairs Quiz 02 May 2023
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Current Affairs Quiz 02 May 2023 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Which of the following sea is not a part of the Atlantic Ocean?
CorrectAnswer: A
IncorrectAnswer: A
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2. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to La Nina
1. It is the cooling phase of the ENSO cycle in the equatorial Pacific Ocean.
2. The trade winds weaken in La Nina, leading to cooling phase.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer : a
• According to the World Meteorological Organisation’s (WMO), a wet September, late monsoon withdrawal are expected in India due to La Nina.
• La Nina is the cooling phase of the ENSO cycle in the equatorial Pacific Ocean.
• The trade winds strengthen in La Nina, leading to cooling phase.
• The trade winds weaken in El Nino, leading to warming phase.
• La Nina results in better than normal monsoon in India.IncorrectAnswer : a
• According to the World Meteorological Organisation’s (WMO), a wet September, late monsoon withdrawal are expected in India due to La Nina.
• La Nina is the cooling phase of the ENSO cycle in the equatorial Pacific Ocean.
• The trade winds strengthen in La Nina, leading to cooling phase.
• The trade winds weaken in El Nino, leading to warming phase.
• La Nina results in better than normal monsoon in India. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The Global Environment Facility (GEF) serves as financial mechanism for the following conventions/protocols
1) UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)
2) Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
3) Minamata Convention on Mercury
Select the correct answer using the codes below.CorrectAnswer : C
An independently operating financial organization (with 183 countries), the GEF provides grants for projects related to biodiversity, climate change, international waters, land degradation, the ozone layer, and persistent organic pollutants. It was established in 1992 on the eve of Rio Summit.
The GEF also serves as financial mechanism for the following conventions:
Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Minamata Convention on Mercury The GEF, although not linked formally to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (MP), supports implementation of the Protocol in countries with economies in transition. The GEF also manages two separate adaptation-focused funds under the UNFCCC— the Least Developed Countries Fund and the Special Climate Change Fund— which mobilize funding specifically earmarked for activities related to adaptation.IncorrectAnswer : C
An independently operating financial organization (with 183 countries), the GEF provides grants for projects related to biodiversity, climate change, international waters, land degradation, the ozone layer, and persistent organic pollutants. It was established in 1992 on the eve of Rio Summit.
The GEF also serves as financial mechanism for the following conventions:
Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Minamata Convention on Mercury The GEF, although not linked formally to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (MP), supports implementation of the Protocol in countries with economies in transition. The GEF also manages two separate adaptation-focused funds under the UNFCCC— the Least Developed Countries Fund and the Special Climate Change Fund— which mobilize funding specifically earmarked for activities related to adaptation. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to Shoonya campaign
1. Shoonya is a consumer awareness campaign to reduce air pollution by promoting the use of electric vehicles (EVs) for ride-hailing and deliveries.
2. Compared to ICE vehicles( Internal combustion vehicles) ,EVs do not emit PM or NOx emissions at the tailpipeWhich of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
CorrectAnswer : C
About Shoonya campaign :
• Shoonya is a consumer awareness campaign to reduce air pollution by promoting the use of electric vehicles (EVs) for ride-hailing and deliveries.
• The campaign has 130 industry partners, including ride-hailing, delivery and EV companies.
• As part of the campaign, a corporate branding and certification programme is being launched to recognise and promote industry’s efforts towards transitioning to EVs for final-mile deliveries.
• An online tracking platform will share the campaign’s impact through data such as vehicle kilometers electrified, carbon savings, criteria pollutant savings and other benefits from clean delivery vehicles.Aim:
To accelerate adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the urban deliveries segment and create consumer awareness about the benefits of zero-pollution delivery.Need for Electric Vehicles:
• Rapid global urbanization and e-commerce sales are driving significant growth in urban freight and mobility demand.
• In India, these sectors are expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% through 2030.
• If this demand is met by internal combustion vehicles (ICE), it would significantly increase local air pollution, carbon emissions, and lead to adverse public health effects.
• EVs offer an opportunity to address these challenges.
• Compared to ICE vehicles, EVs do not emit PM or NOx emissions at the tailpipe; they release 60% less CO2 and have 75% lower operating costs.
• Shoonya supplements existing national and sub-national EV policies as well as corporate efforts in India by creating consumer awareness and demand for zero pollution rides and deliveries in Indian cities.IncorrectAnswer : C
About Shoonya campaign :
• Shoonya is a consumer awareness campaign to reduce air pollution by promoting the use of electric vehicles (EVs) for ride-hailing and deliveries.
• The campaign has 130 industry partners, including ride-hailing, delivery and EV companies.
• As part of the campaign, a corporate branding and certification programme is being launched to recognise and promote industry’s efforts towards transitioning to EVs for final-mile deliveries.
• An online tracking platform will share the campaign’s impact through data such as vehicle kilometers electrified, carbon savings, criteria pollutant savings and other benefits from clean delivery vehicles.Aim:
To accelerate adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the urban deliveries segment and create consumer awareness about the benefits of zero-pollution delivery.Need for Electric Vehicles:
• Rapid global urbanization and e-commerce sales are driving significant growth in urban freight and mobility demand.
• In India, these sectors are expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% through 2030.
• If this demand is met by internal combustion vehicles (ICE), it would significantly increase local air pollution, carbon emissions, and lead to adverse public health effects.
• EVs offer an opportunity to address these challenges.
• Compared to ICE vehicles, EVs do not emit PM or NOx emissions at the tailpipe; they release 60% less CO2 and have 75% lower operating costs.
• Shoonya supplements existing national and sub-national EV policies as well as corporate efforts in India by creating consumer awareness and demand for zero pollution rides and deliveries in Indian cities. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to Padma Awards
1. The Padma Awards are announced annually on the eve of Independence day.
2. Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award of the country.Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
CorrectAnswer : B
The Padma Awards
• The Padma Awards are announced annually on the eve of Republic Day (26th January).
• There are 3 Padma Awards:
○ Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service),
○ Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher-order) and
○ Padma Shri (distinguished service).
• The Awards are given in various disciplines/ fields of activities, viz.- art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, civil service, etc.
• The Awards are conferred on the recommendations made by the Padma Awards Committee, which is constituted by the Prime Minister every year.
• The total number of awards to be given in a year (excluding posthumous awards and to NRI/foreigners/OCIs) should not be more than 120.Is it a title?
• The award does not amount to a title and cannot be used as a suffix or prefix to the awardees’ name.
• Article 18 clause 1- Abolishes titles and makes four provisions in that regard: It prohibits the state from conferring any title (except a military or academic distinction) on anybody, whether a citizen or a foreigner.Bharat Ratna
• Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award of the country.
• Bharat Ratna is awarded in recognition of exceptional service/performance of the highest order in any field of human endeavour.
○ Recommendations for Bharat Ratna are made by the Prime Minister to the President of India.
○ Only 3 Bharat Ratna Awards can be given in a year.Therefore:
• Bharat Ratna- 1st degree of honour
• Padma Vibhushan- 2nd degree of honour
• Padma Bhushan- 3rd degree of honour
• Padma Shri- 4th degree of honourIncorrectAnswer : B
The Padma Awards
• The Padma Awards are announced annually on the eve of Republic Day (26th January).
• There are 3 Padma Awards:
○ Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service),
○ Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher-order) and
○ Padma Shri (distinguished service).
• The Awards are given in various disciplines/ fields of activities, viz.- art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, civil service, etc.
• The Awards are conferred on the recommendations made by the Padma Awards Committee, which is constituted by the Prime Minister every year.
• The total number of awards to be given in a year (excluding posthumous awards and to NRI/foreigners/OCIs) should not be more than 120.Is it a title?
• The award does not amount to a title and cannot be used as a suffix or prefix to the awardees’ name.
• Article 18 clause 1- Abolishes titles and makes four provisions in that regard: It prohibits the state from conferring any title (except a military or academic distinction) on anybody, whether a citizen or a foreigner.Bharat Ratna
• Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award of the country.
• Bharat Ratna is awarded in recognition of exceptional service/performance of the highest order in any field of human endeavour.
○ Recommendations for Bharat Ratna are made by the Prime Minister to the President of India.
○ Only 3 Bharat Ratna Awards can be given in a year.Therefore:
• Bharat Ratna- 1st degree of honour
• Padma Vibhushan- 2nd degree of honour
• Padma Bhushan- 3rd degree of honour
• Padma Shri- 4th degree of honour
