Insights Current Affairs Quiz (2016) – 83
09 April 2016
The following quiz will have 5-10 MCQs . The questions are mainly framed from The Hindu and PIB news articles.
This quiz is intended to introduce you to concepts and certain important facts relevant to UPSC IAS civil services preliminary exam 2016. It is not a test of your knowledge. If you score less, please do not mind. Read again sources provided and try to remember better.
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INSIGHTS CURRENT EVENTS QUIZ 2016
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1. Question
2 pointsThe Eastern and Western Peripheral Expressways, recently seen in the news, will ease traffic congestion in
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2. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements:
- The National Water Mission is one of the eight National Missions under the National Action Plan on Climate Change
- The National Project on Aquifer Management (NAQUIM) is an initiative of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Which of the statements above is/are correct?
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Solution: a.
The National Project on Aquifer Management (NAQUIM) is an initiative of the Ministry of Water Resources, Government of India, for mapping and managing the entire aquifer systems in the country.
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Solution: a.
The National Project on Aquifer Management (NAQUIM) is an initiative of the Ministry of Water Resources, Government of India, for mapping and managing the entire aquifer systems in the country.
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3. Question
2 pointsWith reference to ‘India Water Week 2016’, which of the following statements is/are incorrect?
- ‘Water for All: Water and Sustainable Growth’ is the theme
- Netherlands is the Partnering Country
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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Solution: c.
“ … I congratulate the Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation for organising “India Water Week -2016”. The theme, “Water for All: Striving Together” is of universal relevance – and of great interest to all of us. …”
“…I congratulate Israel, this year’s partner country and commend its Government, scientists, technicians and people for developing practical innovations for optimally utilizing – and saving every drop of water that they can…”
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Solution: c.
“ … I congratulate the Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation for organising “India Water Week -2016”. The theme, “Water for All: Striving Together” is of universal relevance – and of great interest to all of us. …”
“…I congratulate Israel, this year’s partner country and commend its Government, scientists, technicians and people for developing practical innovations for optimally utilizing – and saving every drop of water that they can…”
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4. Question
2 pointsIn the context of Solid Waste Management (SWM) in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- In India, not all of the waste collected is processed
- Under the SWM Rules 2016, all rag pickers in urban areas are to be brought under formal systems such as cooperatives
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements:
- India is a member of the Financial Action Task Force, an intergovernmental body set up to combat money laundering
- India’s Liberalised Remittance Scheme is a form of capital control
Which of the statements above is/are correct?
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