Insights Revision Through MCQs – 10 October 2019
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New Initiative: Revision Through MCQs (RTM) – Revision of Current Affairs Made Interesting
As revision is the key to success in this exam, we are starting a new initiative where you will revise current affairs effectively through MCQs (RTM) that are solely based on Insights Daily Current Affairs.
These questions will be different than our regular current affairs quiz. These questions are framed to TEST how well you have read and revised Insights Current Affairs on daily basis.
We will post nearly 10 MCQs every day which are based on previous day’s Insights current affairs. Tonight we will be posting RTM questions on the Insights current affairs of October 3, 2019.
The added advantage of this initiative is it will help you solve at least 20 MCQs daily (5 Static + 5 CA Quiz + 10 RTM) – thereby helping you improve your retention as well as elimination and guessing skills.
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements wrt ‘PM – KISAN scheme’
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- It is a Central Sector scheme
- Under the scheme lump sum at the rate of Rs. 6,000 per year will be provided
- Programme will entail an annual expenditure of ₹75,000 crore
- All Institutional Land holders are not eligible under the scheme
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- PM KISAN is a Central Sector scheme with 100% funding from Government of India
- Under the scheme an income support of Rs.6000/- per year in three equal instalments( not lump sum) will be provided to small and marginal farmer families having combined land holding/ownership of upto 2 hectares
- Definition of family for the scheme is husband, wife and minor children.
- State Goverment and UT Administration will identify the farmer families which are eligible for support as per scheme guidelines.
- The fund will be directly transferred to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries.
- Exclusion Categories
- All Institutional Land holders
- Former and present holders of constitutional posts
- All serving or retired officers and employees of Central/ State Government Ministries /Offices/Departments
- All Persons who paid Income Tax in last assessment year
- Professionals like Doctors, Engineers, Lawyers, Chartered Accountants, and Architects registered with Professional bodies and carrying out profession by undertaking practices.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/pm-kisan-scheme-4/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- PM KISAN is a Central Sector scheme with 100% funding from Government of India
- Under the scheme an income support of Rs.6000/- per year in three equal instalments( not lump sum) will be provided to small and marginal farmer families having combined land holding/ownership of upto 2 hectares
- Definition of family for the scheme is husband, wife and minor children.
- State Goverment and UT Administration will identify the farmer families which are eligible for support as per scheme guidelines.
- The fund will be directly transferred to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries.
- Exclusion Categories
- All Institutional Land holders
- Former and present holders of constitutional posts
- All serving or retired officers and employees of Central/ State Government Ministries /Offices/Departments
- All Persons who paid Income Tax in last assessment year
- Professionals like Doctors, Engineers, Lawyers, Chartered Accountants, and Architects registered with Professional bodies and carrying out profession by undertaking practices.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/pm-kisan-scheme-4/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsRecently Triple Billion targets has been in news sometimes related to
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/the-who-india-country-cooperation-strategy-2019-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/the-who-india-country-cooperation-strategy-2019-2023/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements wrt ‘Mahatma Gandhi National Fellowship Programme’
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- MHRD launches the program in association with IIM Bangalore
- The program designed under the initiative of SPIRIT
- Eligible fellows for the programme have to be in 15-30 years age-group and citizens of India
Select the Incorrect statements using the code given below.
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/mahatma-gandhi-national-fellowship-programme/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/mahatma-gandhi-national-fellowship-programme/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements wrt Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) mission
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- Mission is launched by NASA aimed at preparation for future manned missions to beyond Moon
- LRO is the first mission of NASA’s `New Vision for Space Exploration’
Select the Incorrect answer using the code given below.
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/lunar-reconnaissance-orbiter-lro-3/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/lunar-reconnaissance-orbiter-lro-3/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statements are Not true?
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- World Mental Health Day Observed on October 10 every year
- It was first celebrated in 1992 at the initiative of the World Health organization
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
Refer: Facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-10-october-2019/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
Refer: Facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-10-october-2019/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements wrt ‘SANKALP scheme’
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- It is central sector scheme
- Objective is to enhance institutional mechanisms for skills development
- Launched by MSDE
Select the Incorrect statements using the code given below.
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/mahatma-gandhi-national-fellowship-programme/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/mahatma-gandhi-national-fellowship-programme/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- GEMINI device developed in India used for disaster preparedness
- GEMINI device uses GPS for its operation
- GEMINI device developed by ISRO with co-operation of IMO
Select the Incorrect answer using the code given below.
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/mahatma-gandhi-national-fellowship-programme/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/10/10/mahatma-gandhi-national-fellowship-programme/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
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- It was created by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
- IPCC scientists assess the scientific papers published each year to provide a comprehensive summary on climate change, its impacts and future risks.
- The IPCC does not conduct its own research.
Select the correct answer using the code given below
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Created in 1988 by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the objective of the IPCC is to provide governments at all levels with scientific information that they can use to develop climate policies. IPCC reports are also a key input into international climate change negotiations.
- The IPCC is an organization of governments that are members of the United Nations or WMO. The IPCC currently has 195 members. For the assessment reports, IPCC scientists volunteer their time to assess the thousands of scientific papers published each year to provide a comprehensive summary of what is known about the drivers of climate change, its impacts and future risks, and how adaptation and mitigation can reduce those risks.
- An open and transparent review by experts and governments around the world is an essential part of the IPCC process, to ensure an objective and complete assessment and to reflect a diverse range of views and expertise. The IPCC does not conduct its own research.
Refer: Insights previous Static quiz: https://www.insightsonindia.com/insightsias-static-quizzes/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Created in 1988 by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the objective of the IPCC is to provide governments at all levels with scientific information that they can use to develop climate policies. IPCC reports are also a key input into international climate change negotiations.
- The IPCC is an organization of governments that are members of the United Nations or WMO. The IPCC currently has 195 members. For the assessment reports, IPCC scientists volunteer their time to assess the thousands of scientific papers published each year to provide a comprehensive summary of what is known about the drivers of climate change, its impacts and future risks, and how adaptation and mitigation can reduce those risks.
- An open and transparent review by experts and governments around the world is an essential part of the IPCC process, to ensure an objective and complete assessment and to reflect a diverse range of views and expertise. The IPCC does not conduct its own research.
Refer: Insights previous Static quiz: https://www.insightsonindia.com/insightsias-static-quizzes/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements
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- Established in the year 1936 as Hailey National Park
- It is the place where Project Tiger was first launched in 1973.
- Its whole area comprises of hills, marshy depressions, riverine belts, grasslands and large lake.
- The park has sub-Himalayan belt geographical and ecological characteristics.
The above statements refer to which of the following national parks?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India and was established in 1936 as Hailey National Park to protect the endangered Bengal tiger. It is located in Nainital district of Uttarakhand and was named after Jim Corbett who played a key role in its establishment. The park was the first to come under the Project Tiger initiative.
- The park has sub-Himalayan belt geographical and ecological characteristics. An ecotourism destination.
Refer: Insights previous Static quiz: https://www.insightsonindia.com/insightsias-static-quizzes/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India and was established in 1936 as Hailey National Park to protect the endangered Bengal tiger. It is located in Nainital district of Uttarakhand and was named after Jim Corbett who played a key role in its establishment. The park was the first to come under the Project Tiger initiative.
- The park has sub-Himalayan belt geographical and ecological characteristics. An ecotourism destination.
Refer: Insights previous Static quiz: https://www.insightsonindia.com/insightsias-static-quizzes/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following has been accredited by the Green Climate Fund as a national implementing entity for undertaking climate change related projects in India.
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) got accredited by the Green Climate Fund as a national implementing entity for undertaking climate change related projects in India. In 2010 the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) had set Green Climate Fund (GCF) to help developing countries to finance clean energy projects, other mitigation efforts and adaptation to climate change.
- Accordingly, NABARD is the only national implementing entity in the country for undertaking climate change projects.
Refer: Insights previous Static quiz: https://www.insightsonindia.com/insightsias-static-quizzes/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) got accredited by the Green Climate Fund as a national implementing entity for undertaking climate change related projects in India. In 2010 the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) had set Green Climate Fund (GCF) to help developing countries to finance clean energy projects, other mitigation efforts and adaptation to climate change.
- Accordingly, NABARD is the only national implementing entity in the country for undertaking climate change projects.
Refer: Insights previous Static quiz: https://www.insightsonindia.com/insightsias-static-quizzes/
