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UPSC Static Quiz - 2020: IASbaba's Daily Static Quiz - GEOGRAPHY [Day 57]
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
Consider the following statements
- The infant mortality rate is the number of deaths of babies before the age of one year per 10000 live births.
- The maternal mortality rate is the annual number of maternal deaths per 100000 live births.
- The infant mortality rate is the number of deaths of babies before the age of one year per 1000 live births.
- The maternal mortality rate is the number of women who die in childbirth per 10000 live births.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (b)
The infant mortality rate is the number of deaths of babies before the age of one year per 1000 live births.
Hence statement 1 is incorrect and statement 3 is correct
The maternal mortality rate is the annual number of maternal deaths per 100000 live births
Hence statement 2 is correct and statement 4 is incorrect
High rates of infant and maternal mortality are an unambiguous indicator of backwardness and poverty; development is accompanied by sharp falls in these rates as medical facilities and levels of education, awareness and prosperity increase.
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Solution (b)
The infant mortality rate is the number of deaths of babies before the age of one year per 1000 live births.
Hence statement 1 is incorrect and statement 3 is correct
The maternal mortality rate is the annual number of maternal deaths per 100000 live births
Hence statement 2 is correct and statement 4 is incorrect
High rates of infant and maternal mortality are an unambiguous indicator of backwardness and poverty; development is accompanied by sharp falls in these rates as medical facilities and levels of education, awareness and prosperity increase.
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding PVTGs
- 75 tribal groups have been categorized by Ministry of Tribal Affairs as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG)s.
- In 1973, the Dhebar Commission created Primitive Tribal Groups (PTGs) as a separate category and in 2006, the Government of India renamed the PTGs as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).
- The Ministry of Tribal Affairs implements the Scheme of “Development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)” exclusively for them.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (c)
75 tribal groups have been categorized by Ministry of Home Affairs as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG)s.
Hence statement 1 is incorrect
In 1973, the Dhebar Commission created Primitive Tribal Groups (PTGs) as a separate category, who are less developed among the tribal groups. In 2006, the Government of India renamed the PTGs as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).
PVTGs have some basic characteristics -they are mostly homogenous, with a small population, relatively physically isolated, social institutes cast in a simple mould, absence of written language, relatively simple technology and a slower rate of change etc.
Hence statement 2 is correct
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs implements the Scheme of “Development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)” exclusively for them . Under the scheme, Conservation-cum-Development (CCD)/Annual Plans are to be prepared by each State/UT for their PVTGs based on their need assessment, which are then appraised and approved by the Project Appraisal Committee of the Ministry.
Hence statement 3 is correct
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Solution (c)
75 tribal groups have been categorized by Ministry of Home Affairs as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG)s.
Hence statement 1 is incorrect
In 1973, the Dhebar Commission created Primitive Tribal Groups (PTGs) as a separate category, who are less developed among the tribal groups. In 2006, the Government of India renamed the PTGs as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).
PVTGs have some basic characteristics -they are mostly homogenous, with a small population, relatively physically isolated, social institutes cast in a simple mould, absence of written language, relatively simple technology and a slower rate of change etc.
Hence statement 2 is correct
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs implements the Scheme of “Development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)” exclusively for them . Under the scheme, Conservation-cum-Development (CCD)/Annual Plans are to be prepared by each State/UT for their PVTGs based on their need assessment, which are then appraised and approved by the Project Appraisal Committee of the Ministry.
Hence statement 3 is correct
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
Consider the following statements
- The responsibility of conducting the decennial Census rests with the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India.
- Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India is under Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (a)
The responsibility of conducting the decennial Census rests with the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India.
Hence statement 1 is correct.
Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India is under Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
Hence statement 2 is incorrect.
Incorrect
Solution (a)
The responsibility of conducting the decennial Census rests with the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India.
Hence statement 1 is correct.
Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India is under Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
Hence statement 2 is incorrect.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Human Development Index (HDI)
- It is published by World Bank
- HDI emphasizes on inequalities, poverty, human security and empowerment
- The four dimensions of HDI includes a long and healthy life, Knowledge, Decent standard of Living and Political Empowerment
Which of the statements given above is/are NOT CORRECT?
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Solution (b)
The Human Development Report (HDR) is published by the Human Development Report Office of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Hence statement 1 is incorrect.
The HDI simplifies and captures only part of what human development entails. It does not reflect on inequalities, poverty, human security, empowerment, etc.
Hence statement 2 is incorrect.
The Human Development Index (HDI) is a summary measure of average achievement in key dimensions of human development: a long and healthy life, being knowledgeable and have a decent standard of living. The HDI is the geometric mean of normalized indices for each of the three dimensions.
Hence statement 3 is incorrect
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Solution (b)
The Human Development Report (HDR) is published by the Human Development Report Office of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Hence statement 1 is incorrect.
The HDI simplifies and captures only part of what human development entails. It does not reflect on inequalities, poverty, human security, empowerment, etc.
Hence statement 2 is incorrect.
The Human Development Index (HDI) is a summary measure of average achievement in key dimensions of human development: a long and healthy life, being knowledgeable and have a decent standard of living. The HDI is the geometric mean of normalized indices for each of the three dimensions.
Hence statement 3 is incorrect
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
Consider the following statements
- West Bengal is the state with highest population density in India as per 2011 census
- Arunachal Pradesh is the state with lowest population density in India according to 2011 census
- The rate of increase in population density of India has exhibited sharp decline during 2001-2011 as compared to 1991-2001
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (d)
Bihar is the state with highest population density in India as per 2011 census. West Bengal is the 2nd highest densely populated state in India for the same census.
Hence statement 1 is incorrect.
Arunachal Pradesh is the state with lowest population density in India according to 2011 census
Hence statement 2 is correct.
The rate of increase in population density of India has exhibited sharp decline during 2001-2011 as compared to 1991-2001
Hence statement 3 is correct
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Solution (d)
Bihar is the state with highest population density in India as per 2011 census. West Bengal is the 2nd highest densely populated state in India for the same census.
Hence statement 1 is incorrect.
Arunachal Pradesh is the state with lowest population density in India according to 2011 census
Hence statement 2 is correct.
The rate of increase in population density of India has exhibited sharp decline during 2001-2011 as compared to 1991-2001
Hence statement 3 is correct
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
Consider the following statements about Apatani tribe.
- They are one of the major ethnic groups of North Western Himalayas.
- The community has evolved a unique skill of rice-fish cultivation where along with paddy; fish is also reared on the fields.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution (b)
They are one of the major ethnic groups of eastern Himalayas.
Hence Statement 1 is incorrect
The community has evolved a unique skill of rice-fish cultivation where along with paddy; fish is also reared on the fields.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
The tribe is known for their colorful culture with various festivals, intricate handloom designs, skills in cane and bamboo crafts, and vibrant traditional village councils called bulyañ.
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Solution (b)
They are one of the major ethnic groups of eastern Himalayas.
Hence Statement 1 is incorrect
The community has evolved a unique skill of rice-fish cultivation where along with paddy; fish is also reared on the fields.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
The tribe is known for their colorful culture with various festivals, intricate handloom designs, skills in cane and bamboo crafts, and vibrant traditional village councils called bulyañ.
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
Which of the following statements is/are NOT CORRECT regarding Compact settlements in India?
- If the number of villages equals the number of hamlets in an area unit, the settlement is designated as compact.
- Compact settlements developed by communities to protect themselves from attack of wild animals and other communities.
Choose the correct answer using the code given below:
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Solution (d)
If the number of villages equals the number of hamlets in an area unit, the settlement is designated as compact.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
Compact settlements developed by communities to protect themselves from attack of wild animals and other communities.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
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Solution (d)
If the number of villages equals the number of hamlets in an area unit, the settlement is designated as compact.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
Compact settlements developed by communities to protect themselves from attack of wild animals and other communities.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
Consider the following statements
- In summer solstice (21st June) the northern hemisphere will have the longest day and shortest night.
- In winter solstice (22nd December) the southern hemisphere will have the longest night and shortest day.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
The sun is vertically overhead at the Tropic of Cancer on about 21st June. This is known as June or Summer solstice, when northern hemisphere will have longest day and shortest nights.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
The sun is vertically overhead at the Tropic of Capricorn on about 22nd December. This is known as winter solstice, when southern hemisphere will have longest day and shortest nights.
Hence Statement 2 is incorrect
Incorrect
Solution (a)
The sun is vertically overhead at the Tropic of Cancer on about 21st June. This is known as June or Summer solstice, when northern hemisphere will have longest day and shortest nights.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
The sun is vertically overhead at the Tropic of Capricorn on about 22nd December. This is known as winter solstice, when southern hemisphere will have longest day and shortest nights.
Hence Statement 2 is incorrect
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
The Tank irrigation is practised mainly in the peninsular region due to which of the following reasons?
- The undulating relief and hard rocks make it difficult to dig canals and wells in peninsular region.
- There is little percolation of rainwater due to hard rock structure and ground water is not available in large quantity.
- The scattered nature of population and agricultural fields also favours tank irrigation there.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
The undulating relief and hard rocks make it difficult to dig canals and wells in peninsular region.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
There is little percolation of rainwater due to hard rock structure and ground water is not available in large quantity.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
The scattered nature of population and agricultural fields also favours tank irrigation.
Hence Statement 3 is correct
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Solution (d)
The undulating relief and hard rocks make it difficult to dig canals and wells in peninsular region.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
There is little percolation of rainwater due to hard rock structure and ground water is not available in large quantity.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
The scattered nature of population and agricultural fields also favours tank irrigation.
Hence Statement 3 is correct
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
With reference to Jet Streams, consider the following statements:
- Jet streams are long meandering waves moving at the upper atmosphere.
- The jet streams on Earth typically run from west to east.
- Temperature influences the velocity of the jet stream.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
Jet streams are long meandering waves moving at the upper atmosphere, strong at 30 degree to 60 degree latitude.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
The jet streams on Earth typically run from west to east.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
Temperature influences the velocity of the jet stream.
Hence Statement 3 is correct
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Solution (d)
Jet streams are long meandering waves moving at the upper atmosphere, strong at 30 degree to 60 degree latitude.
Hence Statement 1 is correct
The jet streams on Earth typically run from west to east.
Hence Statement 2 is correct
Temperature influences the velocity of the jet stream.
Hence Statement 3 is correct
