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The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. The topics covered here are generally different from what is being covered under ‘Daily Current Affairs/Daily News Analysis (DNA) and Daily Static Quiz’ to avoid duplication. The questions would be published from Monday to Saturday before 2 PM. One should not spend more than 10 minutes on this initiative.
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements:
- National Service Scheme is being implemented by the Ministry of Defence.
- Motto of National Service Scheme is “Not Me But You”.
Which of the following is/are correct?
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Solution (b)
- National Service Scheme (NSS) was launched during 1969, the birth centenary year of Mahatma Gandhi, in 37 universities.
- NSS is an extension dimension to the higher education system to orient the student youth to community service while they are studying in educational institutions.
- It is being implemented by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.
- Motto of NSS is “Not Me But You”.
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Solution (b)
- National Service Scheme (NSS) was launched during 1969, the birth centenary year of Mahatma Gandhi, in 37 universities.
- NSS is an extension dimension to the higher education system to orient the student youth to community service while they are studying in educational institutions.
- It is being implemented by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.
- Motto of NSS is “Not Me But You”.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to Siachen Glacier:
- It is world’s second highest battlefield India’s highest battlefield.
- The Siachen Glacier is part of Jammu and Kashmir
Which of the following is/are correct?
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Solution (d)
- The Siachen Glacier is known as the highest battlefield of the world.
- Siachen Glacier lies in Northern Ladakh in the Karakorams, a mountain range originating from the Pamirs. Its position is located near Indo-Pak Line of Control.
- Siachen is the 5th largest glacier of the Karakoram Range and second largest glacier in the world.
- Siachen is the source of the Nubra River that eventually feeds the Indus river.
- The average elevation of Siachen Glacier from sea level is approximately 17770 feet. Most of the Siachen Glacier is the LoC, a disputed territory between India and Pakistan.
- The area of “Aksai Chin” is also located in this area. It is very important for India to deploy its troops in this area to monitor the activities of the Pakistan and China in this area.
- Prior to 1984, neither India nor Pakistan had any permanent presence in the area.
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Solution (d)
- The Siachen Glacier is known as the highest battlefield of the world.
- Siachen Glacier lies in Northern Ladakh in the Karakorams, a mountain range originating from the Pamirs. Its position is located near Indo-Pak Line of Control.
- Siachen is the 5th largest glacier of the Karakoram Range and second largest glacier in the world.
- Siachen is the source of the Nubra River that eventually feeds the Indus river.
- The average elevation of Siachen Glacier from sea level is approximately 17770 feet. Most of the Siachen Glacier is the LoC, a disputed territory between India and Pakistan.
- The area of “Aksai Chin” is also located in this area. It is very important for India to deploy its troops in this area to monitor the activities of the Pakistan and China in this area.
- Prior to 1984, neither India nor Pakistan had any permanent presence in the area.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
MedSpark, the first medical device parks in India is going to set up in which of the following states?
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Solution (b)
- Kerala will soon house one of the first medical device parks in India, called MedSpark.
- MedSpark is going to be established at the Life Science Park, Thonnakkal, in Thiruvananthapuram district.
- The park will create an enabling support system for R&D, testing, and evaluation of medical devices, manufacturing support, technology innovation, and knowledge dissemination.
- It is a joint initiative of the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology and Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation (KSIDC).
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Solution (b)
- Kerala will soon house one of the first medical device parks in India, called MedSpark.
- MedSpark is going to be established at the Life Science Park, Thonnakkal, in Thiruvananthapuram district.
- The park will create an enabling support system for R&D, testing, and evaluation of medical devices, manufacturing support, technology innovation, and knowledge dissemination.
- It is a joint initiative of the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology and Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation (KSIDC).
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to Abhyas High-speed Expendable Aerial Target (HEAT):
- It is designed by DRDO.
- It is provided by small gas turbine engine.
- Programmed for fully autonomous flight.
Which of the following is/are correct?
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Solution (d)
- Abhyas High-speed Expendable Aerial Target (HEAT) Designed and developed by Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) of DRDO.
- Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) is a key Aeronautical Systems Design Laboratory under DRDO.
- It is involved in the design and development of the state-of-the-art Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) and Aeronautical Systems and technologies to meet the requirements of the Indian Armed forces.
Features:
- It is a drone (UAV) that will be used as a target for various missile systems.
- It is powered by a small gas turbine engine.
- Navigation by Micro-electromechanical (MEMS) systems based Inertial Navigation System (INS) for navigation.
- MEMS is a process technology used to create tiny integrated devices or systems that combine mechanical and electrical components.
- It is lightweight and reliable, consumes less power and is cost-effective.
- Programmed for fully autonomous flight.
Uses: As a target for evaluation of various Missile systems.
Background: This is the second time that the target vehicle was flight-tested successfully. The first successful test was in May 2019.
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Solution (d)
- Abhyas High-speed Expendable Aerial Target (HEAT) Designed and developed by Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) of DRDO.
- Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) is a key Aeronautical Systems Design Laboratory under DRDO.
- It is involved in the design and development of the state-of-the-art Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) and Aeronautical Systems and technologies to meet the requirements of the Indian Armed forces.
Features:
- It is a drone (UAV) that will be used as a target for various missile systems.
- It is powered by a small gas turbine engine.
- Navigation by Micro-electromechanical (MEMS) systems based Inertial Navigation System (INS) for navigation.
- MEMS is a process technology used to create tiny integrated devices or systems that combine mechanical and electrical components.
- It is lightweight and reliable, consumes less power and is cost-effective.
- Programmed for fully autonomous flight.
Uses: As a target for evaluation of various Missile systems.
Background: This is the second time that the target vehicle was flight-tested successfully. The first successful test was in May 2019.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to National Board for Wildlife:
- It is a statutory Board constituted under the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.
- It is chaired by the ministry of environment.
Which of the following is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
National Board for Wildlife (NBWL)
- It is a statutory Board constituted under the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.
- It is chaired by the Prime Minister. Its vice chairman is Minister of Environment.
- It is involved in framing policies and promoting wildlife conservation and controlling poaching and illegal trade of wild life.
- It makes recommendations on the setting up of and management of national parks, sanctuaries and other protected areas and restriction of activities in those areas.
- Its concurrence is needed for creation of tourist lodges, alteration of the boundaries of Protected Areas, de-notification of Tiger Reserves, etc.
- It may appoint a standing committee which provides clearances to projects that pass through or are located near protected areas.s
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Solution (a)
National Board for Wildlife (NBWL)
- It is a statutory Board constituted under the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.
- It is chaired by the Prime Minister. Its vice chairman is Minister of Environment.
- It is involved in framing policies and promoting wildlife conservation and controlling poaching and illegal trade of wild life.
- It makes recommendations on the setting up of and management of national parks, sanctuaries and other protected areas and restriction of activities in those areas.
- Its concurrence is needed for creation of tourist lodges, alteration of the boundaries of Protected Areas, de-notification of Tiger Reserves, etc.
- It may appoint a standing committee which provides clearances to projects that pass through or are located near protected areas.s
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