The Jan 22nd Current Affairs Quiz 2021
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1. Question
Recently World Health Organizations “REPLACE” Programme in news is related to which of the following?
CorrectAns;- d) goal of global elimination transfat by 2023
Explanation;-
About REPLACE of WHO
• An action package to eliminate industrially-produced trans fat from the global food supply
• The REPLACE action package provides a strategic approach to eliminating industrially-produced trans fat from national food supplies, with the goal of global elimination by 2023.
• Increased intake of trans fat (>1% of total energy intake) is associated with increased risk of coronary heart disease mortality and events. Trans fat intake is responsible for approximately 500,000 premature deaths from coronary heart disease each year around the world.
• The package comprises an overarching technical document that provides a rationale and framework for this integrated approach to trans fat elimination, along with six modules and additional web resources to facilitate implementation.
• The six areas of action include:-
a) Review dietary sources of industrially-produced trans fat and the landscape for required policy change.
b) Promote the replacement of industrially-produced trans fat with healthier fats and oils.
c) Legislate or enact regulatory actions to eliminate industrially-produced trans fat.
d) Assess and monitor trans fat content in the food supply and changes in trans fat consumption in the population.
e) Create awareness of the negative health impact of trans fat among policy-makers, producers, suppliers, and the public.
f) Enforce compliance with policies and regulations.
IncorrectAns;- d) goal of global elimination transfat by 2023
Explanation;-
About REPLACE of WHO
• An action package to eliminate industrially-produced trans fat from the global food supply
• The REPLACE action package provides a strategic approach to eliminating industrially-produced trans fat from national food supplies, with the goal of global elimination by 2023.
• Increased intake of trans fat (>1% of total energy intake) is associated with increased risk of coronary heart disease mortality and events. Trans fat intake is responsible for approximately 500,000 premature deaths from coronary heart disease each year around the world.
• The package comprises an overarching technical document that provides a rationale and framework for this integrated approach to trans fat elimination, along with six modules and additional web resources to facilitate implementation.
• The six areas of action include:-
a) Review dietary sources of industrially-produced trans fat and the landscape for required policy change.
b) Promote the replacement of industrially-produced trans fat with healthier fats and oils.
c) Legislate or enact regulatory actions to eliminate industrially-produced trans fat.
d) Assess and monitor trans fat content in the food supply and changes in trans fat consumption in the population.
e) Create awareness of the negative health impact of trans fat among policy-makers, producers, suppliers, and the public.
f) Enforce compliance with policies and regulations. - Question 2 of 10
2. Question
Which of the following statements about Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) are correct?
1. CCI is a private sector agency responsible for equitable distribution of cotton among the different constituents of the industry and aid imports of cotton.
2. It was incorporated on 31 July 1970 under the Companies Act 1956.
3. CCI under Ministry of AgricultureCorrectAns;- c) Only 2
Explanation;-
• The statemnet 1st and 3rd are incorrect.
• Recently Cotton Corporation introduces lock-in period for prices.About Cotton Corporation of India (CCI)
• The Cotton Corporation of India Limited or CCI is a Government of India agency, engaged in diverse activities related to trade, procurement, and export of cotton.
• CCI is a public sector agency responsible for equitable distribution of cotton among the different constituents of the industry and aid imports of cotton.
• It was incorporated on 31 July 1970 under the Companies Act 1956.
• CCI is governed by Textile Policy 1985 issued by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India.
IncorrectAns;- c) Only 2
Explanation;-
• The statemnet 1st and 3rd are incorrect.
• Recently Cotton Corporation introduces lock-in period for prices.About Cotton Corporation of India (CCI)
• The Cotton Corporation of India Limited or CCI is a Government of India agency, engaged in diverse activities related to trade, procurement, and export of cotton.
• CCI is a public sector agency responsible for equitable distribution of cotton among the different constituents of the industry and aid imports of cotton.
• It was incorporated on 31 July 1970 under the Companies Act 1956.
• CCI is governed by Textile Policy 1985 issued by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. - Question 3 of 10
3. Question
The Desert Knight-21 is a bilateral Air exercise between India and which of the following countries?
CorrectAns;- b) France
Explanation;-
• Indian Air Force and French Air and Space Force will conduct a bilateral Air exercise, Ex Desert Knight-21 at Air Force Station Jodhpur.
• The exercise marks an important milestone in the series of engagements between the two Air forces.About Indo-France Co-operation
• As part of Indo-French defence cooperation, Indian Air Force and French Air and Space Force have held six editions of Air Exercises named ‘Garuda’, the latest being in 2019 at Air Force Base Mont-de-Marsan, France.
• As measures to further the existing cooperation, the two forces have been gainfully utilizing available opportunities to conduct ‘hop-exercises’.
• The French Air and Space Force deployment while ferrying to Australia for Ex Pitchblack in 2018 was hosted by IAF at Air Force Stations Agra and Gwalior for exercise with fighters and MRTT aircraft.
• Presently, the French detachment for Ex Desert Knight-21 is deployed in Asia as part of their ‘Skyros Deployment’ and will ferry in forces to Air Force Station Jodhpur.
IncorrectAns;- b) France
Explanation;-
• Indian Air Force and French Air and Space Force will conduct a bilateral Air exercise, Ex Desert Knight-21 at Air Force Station Jodhpur.
• The exercise marks an important milestone in the series of engagements between the two Air forces.About Indo-France Co-operation
• As part of Indo-French defence cooperation, Indian Air Force and French Air and Space Force have held six editions of Air Exercises named ‘Garuda’, the latest being in 2019 at Air Force Base Mont-de-Marsan, France.
• As measures to further the existing cooperation, the two forces have been gainfully utilizing available opportunities to conduct ‘hop-exercises’.
• The French Air and Space Force deployment while ferrying to Australia for Ex Pitchblack in 2018 was hosted by IAF at Air Force Stations Agra and Gwalior for exercise with fighters and MRTT aircraft.
• Presently, the French detachment for Ex Desert Knight-21 is deployed in Asia as part of their ‘Skyros Deployment’ and will ferry in forces to Air Force Station Jodhpur. - Question 4 of 10
4. Question
Which of the following are incorrect regarding Question Hour in Indian Parliamentary System?
1. The last hour of every parliamentary sitting is slotted for the Question Hour.
2. After zero hour the Question Hour starts
3. The presiding officers of the both Houses are the final authority with respect to the conduct of Question Hour.
4. The questions cannot be asked by the private membersCorrectAns;- c) Only 1,2 and 4
Explanation;-
• Except the 3rd statement all are incorrect.
About Question Hour
• Question Hour is the first hour of a sitting session of India’s Lok Sabha devoted to questions that Members of Parliament raise about any aspect of administrative activity.
• The concerned Minister is obliged to answer to the Parliament, either orally or in writing, depending on the type of question raised.
• Questions are one of the ways Parliament can hold the Executive accountable.
• During this one hour, Members of Parliament (MPs) ask questions to ministers and hold them accountable for the functioning of their ministries.
• The questions can also be asked to the private members (MPs who are not ministers).
• It is regulated according to parliamentary rules.
• The presiding officers of the both Houses (Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha) are the final authority with respect to the conduct of Question Hour.
• Question Hour in both Houses is held on all days of the session. But there are two days when an exception is made.
• When the President addresses MPs from both Houses.
• The President’s speech takes place at the beginning of a new Lok Sabha and on the first day of a new Parliament year.
• On the day the Finance Minister presents the Budget.
• There are three types of questions asked.
1. Starred question (distinguished by an asterisk)- this requires an oral answer and hence supplementary questions can follow.
2. Unstarred question- this requires a written answer and hence, supplementary questions cannot follow.
3. Short notice question is one that is asked by giving a notice of less than ten days. It is answered orally.
IncorrectAns;- c) Only 1,2 and 4
Explanation;-
• Except the 3rd statement all are incorrect.
About Question Hour
• Question Hour is the first hour of a sitting session of India’s Lok Sabha devoted to questions that Members of Parliament raise about any aspect of administrative activity.
• The concerned Minister is obliged to answer to the Parliament, either orally or in writing, depending on the type of question raised.
• Questions are one of the ways Parliament can hold the Executive accountable.
• During this one hour, Members of Parliament (MPs) ask questions to ministers and hold them accountable for the functioning of their ministries.
• The questions can also be asked to the private members (MPs who are not ministers).
• It is regulated according to parliamentary rules.
• The presiding officers of the both Houses (Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha) are the final authority with respect to the conduct of Question Hour.
• Question Hour in both Houses is held on all days of the session. But there are two days when an exception is made.
• When the President addresses MPs from both Houses.
• The President’s speech takes place at the beginning of a new Lok Sabha and on the first day of a new Parliament year.
• On the day the Finance Minister presents the Budget.
• There are three types of questions asked.
1. Starred question (distinguished by an asterisk)- this requires an oral answer and hence supplementary questions can follow.
2. Unstarred question- this requires a written answer and hence, supplementary questions cannot follow.
3. Short notice question is one that is asked by giving a notice of less than ten days. It is answered orally. - Question 5 of 10
5. Question
The Ratle Hydro Electric (HE) Project is located on which of the following Indus river tributaries?
CorrectAns;- d) Chenab
Explanation;-
• The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has given its approval for the investment of Rs. 5281 Crore for 850 MW Ratle Hydro Electric (HE) Project.
About Ratle Hydro Electric Project
• The Ratle Hydroelectric Plant is a run-of-the-river hydroelectric power station currently under construction on the Chenab River, downstream of the village near Drabshalla in Kishtwar district of the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
• The Power generated from the Project will help in providing balancing of Grid and will improve the power supply position.
• The project includes a 133 m (436 ft) tall gravity dam and two power stations adjacent to one another.
• Water from the dam will be diverted through four intake tunnels about 400 m (0.25 mi) southwest to the power stations.
• The main power station will contain four 205 MW Francis turbines and the auxiliary power station will contain one 30 MW Francis turbine. The installed capacity of both power stations will be 850 MW.
• On 25 June 2013, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh laid the foundation stone for the dam.
• Pakistan has frequently alleged that it violates the Indus Water Treaty.
IncorrectAns;- d) Chenab
Explanation;-
• The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has given its approval for the investment of Rs. 5281 Crore for 850 MW Ratle Hydro Electric (HE) Project.
About Ratle Hydro Electric Project
• The Ratle Hydroelectric Plant is a run-of-the-river hydroelectric power station currently under construction on the Chenab River, downstream of the village near Drabshalla in Kishtwar district of the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
• The Power generated from the Project will help in providing balancing of Grid and will improve the power supply position.
• The project includes a 133 m (436 ft) tall gravity dam and two power stations adjacent to one another.
• Water from the dam will be diverted through four intake tunnels about 400 m (0.25 mi) southwest to the power stations.
• The main power station will contain four 205 MW Francis turbines and the auxiliary power station will contain one 30 MW Francis turbine. The installed capacity of both power stations will be 850 MW.
• On 25 June 2013, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh laid the foundation stone for the dam.
• Pakistan has frequently alleged that it violates the Indus Water Treaty. - Question 6 of 10
6. Question
Which of the following statemensta about National Investigation Agency (NIA) are incorrect?
1. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is India’s counter-terrorist task force.
2. The Agency came into existence with the parliament attack 2001
3. The NIA governing body under Ministry of DefenseCorrectAns;- b) Only 2 and 3
Explanation;-
• The 2 and 3rd statements are incorrect.
• Recently NIA in news In bad faith: On the ongoing farmers agitationAbout NIA
• The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is India’s counter-terrorist task force.
• The agency is empowered to deal with terror related crimes across states without special permission from the states.
• The Agency came into existence with the enactment of the National Investigation Agency Act 2008 by the Parliament of India on 31 December 2008, which was passed after the deadly 26/11 terror attack in Mumbai.
• Such an attack clearly surfaced the failure of intelligence and ability to track such activities by existing agencies in India, hence the government of India realized the need of a specific body to deal with terror related activities in India, thereby establishing the NIA Headquartered in New Delhi, the NIA has branches in Hyderabad, Guwahati, Kochi, Lucknow, Mumbai, Kolkata, Raipur and Jammu.
• It maintains NIA Most Wanted list.
• The NIA (Amendment) Bill 2019 was passed by the parliament on 17 July 2019.
• The Bill aims to give more teeth to the investigating powers of the NIA.
• It empowers the NIA to probe terror attacks targeting Indians and Indian interests abroad.
• The amended legislation, which aims to primarily empower the anti-terror agency to investigate scheduled offences such as human trafficking; circulation of fake currency; manufacture and sale of prohibited arms; and cyber-terrorism, was passed with a majority of 278 votes in favour and six against in the Lok Sabha.
• It was also passed in the Rajya Sabha after those opposed to it staged a walkout.
• This amendment will now also allow NIA to investigate the Sri Lanka Easter Bombings and Kabul Gurudwara bombing.IncorrectAns;- b) Only 2 and 3
Explanation;-
• The 2 and 3rd statements are incorrect.
• Recently NIA in news In bad faith: On the ongoing farmers agitationAbout NIA
• The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is India’s counter-terrorist task force.
• The agency is empowered to deal with terror related crimes across states without special permission from the states.
• The Agency came into existence with the enactment of the National Investigation Agency Act 2008 by the Parliament of India on 31 December 2008, which was passed after the deadly 26/11 terror attack in Mumbai.
• Such an attack clearly surfaced the failure of intelligence and ability to track such activities by existing agencies in India, hence the government of India realized the need of a specific body to deal with terror related activities in India, thereby establishing the NIA Headquartered in New Delhi, the NIA has branches in Hyderabad, Guwahati, Kochi, Lucknow, Mumbai, Kolkata, Raipur and Jammu.
• It maintains NIA Most Wanted list.
• The NIA (Amendment) Bill 2019 was passed by the parliament on 17 July 2019.
• The Bill aims to give more teeth to the investigating powers of the NIA.
• It empowers the NIA to probe terror attacks targeting Indians and Indian interests abroad.
• The amended legislation, which aims to primarily empower the anti-terror agency to investigate scheduled offences such as human trafficking; circulation of fake currency; manufacture and sale of prohibited arms; and cyber-terrorism, was passed with a majority of 278 votes in favour and six against in the Lok Sabha.
• It was also passed in the Rajya Sabha after those opposed to it staged a walkout.
• This amendment will now also allow NIA to investigate the Sri Lanka Easter Bombings and Kabul Gurudwara bombing. - Question 7 of 10
7. Question
Cherry Blossom Mao Festival was celebrated in which of the following north east states?
CorrectAns;- b) Manipur
Explanation;-
About Cherry Blossom Mao Festival Manipur
• In Manipur, this Festival was held at Mao area of Senapati district marking the beginning of pink season in the district.
• The Mao area is known for Cherry Blossom, a plant which is popularly known as Sakura in Japan.
• Manipur government started organizing the festival from 2017 onward.
• The festival featured the picturesque landscape of Mao town adorned with Cherry Blossom flowers.
IncorrectAns;- b) Manipur
Explanation;-
About Cherry Blossom Mao Festival Manipur
• In Manipur, this Festival was held at Mao area of Senapati district marking the beginning of pink season in the district.
• The Mao area is known for Cherry Blossom, a plant which is popularly known as Sakura in Japan.
• Manipur government started organizing the festival from 2017 onward.
• The festival featured the picturesque landscape of Mao town adorned with Cherry Blossom flowers. - Question 8 of 10
8. Question
Which of the following statements about Vaccine hesitancy are correct?
1. Vaccine hesitancy is a reluctance or refusal to be vaccinated or to have one’s children vaccinated against contagious diseases.
2. It was identified by the World Health Organization as one of the top ten global health threats of 2019.
3. The term encompasses outright refusal to vaccinate, delaying vaccines, accepting vaccines but remaining uncertain about their use, or using certain vaccines but not others.CorrectAns;- d) All of the above
Explnation;-
• All the statements are correct about Vaccine Hesitancy.
About Vaccine Hesitancy
• Vaccine hesitancy, also known as anti-vaccination or anti-vax, is a reluctance or refusal to be vaccinated or to have one’s children vaccinated against contagious diseases.
• It was identified by the World Health Organization as one of the top ten global health threats of 2019.
• The term encompasses outright refusal to vaccinate, delaying vaccines, accepting vaccines but remaining uncertain about their use, or using certain vaccines but not others.
• Arguments against vaccination are contradicted by overwhelming scientific consensus about the safety and efficacy of vaccines.
IncorrectAns;- d) All of the above
Explnation;-
• All the statements are correct about Vaccine Hesitancy.
About Vaccine Hesitancy
• Vaccine hesitancy, also known as anti-vaccination or anti-vax, is a reluctance or refusal to be vaccinated or to have one’s children vaccinated against contagious diseases.
• It was identified by the World Health Organization as one of the top ten global health threats of 2019.
• The term encompasses outright refusal to vaccinate, delaying vaccines, accepting vaccines but remaining uncertain about their use, or using certain vaccines but not others.
• Arguments against vaccination are contradicted by overwhelming scientific consensus about the safety and efficacy of vaccines. - Question 9 of 10
9. Question
Which of the following releases the Adaptation Gap Report, 2020?
CorrectAns;- c) UNEP
Explanation;-
• Recently, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Adaptation Gap Report 2020 estimated the annual cost of adaptation to the effects of climate change for developing countries to at least quadruple by 2050.
• The current cost for these countries is in the range of USD 70 billion (Rs 5.1 lakh crore) and may rise to USD 140-300 billion in 2030 and USD 280-500 billion in 2050.
• The fifth edition of the UNEP Adaptation Gap Report looks at progress in planning for, financing and implementing adaptation – with a focus on nature-based solutions.About United Nations Environment Programme
• The UNEP is a leading global environmental authority established on 5th june 1972.
• It sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for global environment protection.
• Major Reports: Emission Gap Report, Global Environment Outlook, Frontiers, Invest into Healthy Planet.
• Major Campaigns: Beat Pollution, UN75, World Environment Day, Wild for Life.
• Headquarters: Nairobi, Kenya.
IncorrectAns;- c) UNEP
Explanation;-
• Recently, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Adaptation Gap Report 2020 estimated the annual cost of adaptation to the effects of climate change for developing countries to at least quadruple by 2050.
• The current cost for these countries is in the range of USD 70 billion (Rs 5.1 lakh crore) and may rise to USD 140-300 billion in 2030 and USD 280-500 billion in 2050.
• The fifth edition of the UNEP Adaptation Gap Report looks at progress in planning for, financing and implementing adaptation – with a focus on nature-based solutions.About United Nations Environment Programme
• The UNEP is a leading global environmental authority established on 5th june 1972.
• It sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for global environment protection.
• Major Reports: Emission Gap Report, Global Environment Outlook, Frontiers, Invest into Healthy Planet.
• Major Campaigns: Beat Pollution, UN75, World Environment Day, Wild for Life.
• Headquarters: Nairobi, Kenya. - Question 10 of 10
10. Question
Recently seen “Pallikaranai wetland” in news is present in which of the following states?
CorrectAns;- a) Tamilnadu
Explanation;-
• Recently Birders young and old went on a guided walk around Pallikaranai marsh as part of Margazhi Bird Utsav 2021, documenting resident and migrant species.
About Pallikaranai wetland
• Pallikaranai wetland is a freshwater marsh in the city of Chennai, India.
• It is situated adjacent to the Bay of Bengal, about 20 kilometres south of the city centre, and has a geographical area of 80 square kilometres.
• Pallikaranai marshland is the only surviving wetland ecosystem of the city and is among the few and last remaining natural wetlands of South India.
• It is one of the 94 identified wetlands under National Wetland Conservation and Management Programme (NWCMP) operationalised by the Government of India in 1985–86 and one of the three in the state of Tamil Nadu, the other two being Point Calimere and Kazhuveli.
• It is also one of the prioritized wetlands of Tamil Nadu.
• The topography of the swamp is such that it always retains some storage, thus forming an aquatic ecosystem.
• A project on ‘Inland Wetlands of India’ commissioned by the Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India had prioritized Pallikaranai marsh as one of the most significant wetlands of the country.
• The marsh contains several rare or endangered and threatened species and acts as a forage and breeding ground for thousands of migratory birds from various places within and outside the country.
• The number of bird species sighted in the wetland is significantly higher than the number at Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary.
IncorrectAns;- a) Tamilnadu
Explanation;-
• Recently Birders young and old went on a guided walk around Pallikaranai marsh as part of Margazhi Bird Utsav 2021, documenting resident and migrant species.
About Pallikaranai wetland
• Pallikaranai wetland is a freshwater marsh in the city of Chennai, India.
• It is situated adjacent to the Bay of Bengal, about 20 kilometres south of the city centre, and has a geographical area of 80 square kilometres.
• Pallikaranai marshland is the only surviving wetland ecosystem of the city and is among the few and last remaining natural wetlands of South India.
• It is one of the 94 identified wetlands under National Wetland Conservation and Management Programme (NWCMP) operationalised by the Government of India in 1985–86 and one of the three in the state of Tamil Nadu, the other two being Point Calimere and Kazhuveli.
• It is also one of the prioritized wetlands of Tamil Nadu.
• The topography of the swamp is such that it always retains some storage, thus forming an aquatic ecosystem.
• A project on ‘Inland Wetlands of India’ commissioned by the Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India had prioritized Pallikaranai marsh as one of the most significant wetlands of the country.
• The marsh contains several rare or endangered and threatened species and acts as a forage and breeding ground for thousands of migratory birds from various places within and outside the country.
• The number of bird species sighted in the wetland is significantly higher than the number at Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary.
