QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz, 14 September 2019
QUIZ – 2017: Insights Current Affairs Quiz
The following quiz will have 5-10 MCQs. The questions are mainly framed from The Hindu and PIB news articles.
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding SANKALP scheme.
- SANKALP is an outcome-oriented centrally sponsored programme of Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE).
- It includes Inclusion of marginalised population in skill development.
- World Bank has provided free grants assistance to the SANKALP scheme.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: c)
Review meeting of World Bank loan assisted “Skills Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion (SANKALP)” programme was recently held.
SANKALP is an outcome-oriented centrally sponsored programme of Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) with a special focus on decentralised planning and quality improvement. It focuses on the overall skilling ecosystem covering both Central & State agencies. SANKALP aims to implement the mandate of the National Skill Development Mission (NSDM).
Under SANKALP four key result areas have been identified viz: (i) Institutional Strengthening (at National, State & District level); (ii) Quality Assurance of skill development programs; (iii) Inclusion of marginalised population in skill development; and (iv) Expanding Skills through Public Private Partnerships (PPPs).
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Solution: c)
Review meeting of World Bank loan assisted “Skills Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion (SANKALP)” programme was recently held.
SANKALP is an outcome-oriented centrally sponsored programme of Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) with a special focus on decentralised planning and quality improvement. It focuses on the overall skilling ecosystem covering both Central & State agencies. SANKALP aims to implement the mandate of the National Skill Development Mission (NSDM).
Under SANKALP four key result areas have been identified viz: (i) Institutional Strengthening (at National, State & District level); (ii) Quality Assurance of skill development programs; (iii) Inclusion of marginalised population in skill development; and (iv) Expanding Skills through Public Private Partnerships (PPPs).
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding BS-VI Emission Norms.
- Bharat Stage norms are the automotive emission normswhich the automotive manufacturers have to comply to sell their vehicles in India.
- Only those vehicles will be sold and registered in India from 1st April 2020 onwards, which comply to these norms.
- These norms are applicable to all two wheelers, three wheelers, four wheelers, construction equipment vehicles and Armoured and Specialised Vehicles of Armed/ Paramilitary Forces.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: b)
Armoured and Specialised Vehicles of Armed/ Paramilitary Forces Exempted from BS-VI Emission Norms that will Come into Force in April 2020. The exemption has been granted because these vehicles operate in remote and inhospitable terrains with most challenging operational and environmental conditions.
Bharat Stage norms are the automotive emission norms which the automotive manufacturers have to comply to sell their vehicles in India.
These norms are applicable to all two wheelers, three wheelers, four wheelers and construction equipment vehicles.
Only those vehicles will be sold and registered in India from 1st April 2020 onwards, which comply to these norms.
Incorrect
Solution: b)
Armoured and Specialised Vehicles of Armed/ Paramilitary Forces Exempted from BS-VI Emission Norms that will Come into Force in April 2020. The exemption has been granted because these vehicles operate in remote and inhospitable terrains with most challenging operational and environmental conditions.
Bharat Stage norms are the automotive emission norms which the automotive manufacturers have to comply to sell their vehicles in India.
These norms are applicable to all two wheelers, three wheelers, four wheelers and construction equipment vehicles.
Only those vehicles will be sold and registered in India from 1st April 2020 onwards, which comply to these norms.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Institutions of Eminence scheme.
- The institutes of eminence scheme under the Union human resource development (HRD) ministry aims to project Indian institutes to global recognition.
- The selected institutes will enjoy complete academic and administrative autonomy.
- The selection shall be made through challenge method mode by the Empowered Expert Committee constituted for the purpose.
- All higher education institutions can apply for the eminence tag.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: c)
- The institutes of eminence scheme under the Union human resource development (HRD) ministry aims to project Indian institutes to global recognition.
- The selected institutes will enjoy complete academic and administrative autonomy.
- The government will run 10 of these and they will receive special funding.
- The selection shall be made through challenge method mode by the Empowered Expert Committee constituted for the purpose.
- Eligibility: Only higher education institutions currently placed in the top 500 of global rankings or top 50 of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) are eligible to apply for the eminence tag.
- The private Institutions of Eminence can also come up as greenfield ventures-provided the sponsoring organisation submits a convincing perspective plan for 15 years.
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Solution: c)
- The institutes of eminence scheme under the Union human resource development (HRD) ministry aims to project Indian institutes to global recognition.
- The selected institutes will enjoy complete academic and administrative autonomy.
- The government will run 10 of these and they will receive special funding.
- The selection shall be made through challenge method mode by the Empowered Expert Committee constituted for the purpose.
- Eligibility: Only higher education institutions currently placed in the top 500 of global rankings or top 50 of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) are eligible to apply for the eminence tag.
- The private Institutions of Eminence can also come up as greenfield ventures-provided the sponsoring organisation submits a convincing perspective plan for 15 years.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Nipah virus.
- Nipah virus is a zoonotic virus and can also be transmitted through contaminated food or directly between people.
- Currently, there are no vaccines for both humans and animals.
- There are no known outbreaks of Nipah virus infection in South India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: c)
The deadly Nipah Virus has resurfaced in Kerala.
According to WHO, the Nipah virus infection is a newly emerging zoonosis, that is, a disease transmitted from animals to humans. The virus belongs to a new genus termed Henipavirus (subfamily Paramyxovirinae).
The natural host of the virus are fruit bats belonging to the family Pteropodidae. In 2004, humans were affected after eating the date palm contaminated by infected fruit bats. Pigs can also act as intermediate hosts.
Currently, there are no vaccines available against Nipah virus. Intensive supportive care is given to humans infected by Nipah virus.
Incorrect
Solution: c)
The deadly Nipah Virus has resurfaced in Kerala.
According to WHO, the Nipah virus infection is a newly emerging zoonosis, that is, a disease transmitted from animals to humans. The virus belongs to a new genus termed Henipavirus (subfamily Paramyxovirinae).
The natural host of the virus are fruit bats belonging to the family Pteropodidae. In 2004, humans were affected after eating the date palm contaminated by infected fruit bats. Pigs can also act as intermediate hosts.
Currently, there are no vaccines available against Nipah virus. Intensive supportive care is given to humans infected by Nipah virus.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about the recently launched India Cooling Action Plan.
- India is the second country after china to develop such a document.
- The plan aims at reducing emissions and providing thermal comfort to citizens.
- Recognizes “cooling and related areas” as a thrust area of research under the national S&T Programme.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: b)
- India is the first country in world to develop such a document (ICAP), which addresses cooling requirement across sectors and lists out actions which can help reduce the cooling demand.
- The overarching goal is to provide sustainable cooling and thermal comfort for all while securing environmental and socio-economic benefits for the society.
The India Cooling Action seeks to recognize “cooling and related areas” as a thrust area of research under national S&T Programme.
Incorrect
Solution: b)
- India is the first country in world to develop such a document (ICAP), which addresses cooling requirement across sectors and lists out actions which can help reduce the cooling demand.
- The overarching goal is to provide sustainable cooling and thermal comfort for all while securing environmental and socio-economic benefits for the society.
The India Cooling Action seeks to recognize “cooling and related areas” as a thrust area of research under national S&T Programme.
