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1. Daily RaRe Series (RRS) Videos on High Probable Topics (Monday – Saturday)
- In video discussions, special focus is given to topics which have high probability to appear in UPSC Prelims Question Paper.
- Each session will be of 20 mins to 30 mins, which would cover rapid revision of 15 high probable topics (both static and current affairs) important for Prelims Exam this year according to the schedule.
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- Right material plays important role in clearing the exam and Rapid Revision (RaRe) Notes will have Prelims specific subject-wise refined notes.
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- It will ensure timely and streamlined revision of your static subjects.
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Question 1 of 30
1. Question
With reference to the BrahMos missile, consider the following statements:
- The missile is named after Indian River Brahmaputra and Russian city Moscow.
- It is a supersonic ballistic missile that can be launched from submarine, ships, aircraft, and even land-based systems.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect It is named after Indian River Brahmaputra and Russian river Moskva. It is a supersonic cruise missile and not a ballistic missile, that can be launched from submarine, ships, aircraft, or land cruise missile of its class in the world. It flies at almost three times the speed of sound at Mach 2.8 and has a range of 290 km. Hence it is also described as the world’s fastest supersonic cruise missile.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect It is named after Indian River Brahmaputra and Russian river Moskva. It is a supersonic cruise missile and not a ballistic missile, that can be launched from submarine, ships, aircraft, or land cruise missile of its class in the world. It flies at almost three times the speed of sound at Mach 2.8 and has a range of 290 km. Hence it is also described as the world’s fastest supersonic cruise missile.
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Question 2 of 30
2. Question
In the context of Cruise and Ballistic Missiles, consider the following statements:
- A Ballistic missile is a self-propelled guided vehicle that sustains flight through aerodynamic lift for most of its flight path.
- A Cruise missile depends on gravity to reach its target.
- Dhanush and Agni II are a type of Cruise missiles operational in Indian Defense forces.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Incorrect A Cruise missile is a self-propelled guided vehicle that sustains flight through aerodynamic lift for most of its flight path. A Ballistic missile depends on gravity to reach its target. Dhanush and Agni II are a type of Ballistic missiles. Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Incorrect A Cruise missile is a self-propelled guided vehicle that sustains flight through aerodynamic lift for most of its flight path. A Ballistic missile depends on gravity to reach its target. Dhanush and Agni II are a type of Ballistic missiles. -
Question 3 of 30
3. Question
With reference to the Indian Aircraft Carrier, consider the following statements:
- Currently, India has only one aircraft carrier i.e INS Vikramaditya.
- INS Vikrant will be India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier.
- India’s only dry dock capable of accommodating aircraft carriers was inaugurated in Mumbai in September 2019.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Note: Incorrect statements have been asked.
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct India has only one aircraft carrier i.e INS Vikramaditya. INS Vikrant will be India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier. India’s only dry dock capable of accommodating aircraft carriers was inaugurated in Mumbai in September 2019. Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Note: Incorrect statements have been asked.
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct India has only one aircraft carrier i.e INS Vikramaditya. INS Vikrant will be India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier. India’s only dry dock capable of accommodating aircraft carriers was inaugurated in Mumbai in September 2019. -
Question 4 of 30
4. Question
With reference to the Defence Research and Development Organisation(DRDO), consider the following statements:
- It was formed from the amalgamation of Technical Development Establishment (TDEs) of the Indian Army and the Directorate of Technical Development & Production (DTDP) with the Defence Science Organisation (DSO).
- Its vision is to empower the nation with state-of-the-art indigenous defence technologies and systems.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct DRDO was formed in 1958 from the amalgamation of the then already functioning Technical Development Establishment (TDEs) of the Indian Army and the Directorate of Technical Development & Production (DTDP) with the Defence Science Organisation (DSO). Its vision is to empower the nation with state-of-the-art indigenous defence technologies and systems. Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct DRDO was formed in 1958 from the amalgamation of the then already functioning Technical Development Establishment (TDEs) of the Indian Army and the Directorate of Technical Development & Production (DTDP) with the Defence Science Organisation (DSO). Its vision is to empower the nation with state-of-the-art indigenous defence technologies and systems. -
Question 5 of 30
5. Question
With reference to the India’s air defence system, consider the following statements:
- Prithvi air defence system has the capacity to engage targets at an altitude of 50 km.
- S-400 Triumf air defense system is being purchased from Russia.
- Akash is a part of mid-range air to air defense systems of India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Prithvi air defence system has the capacity to engage targets at an altitude of 50 km. S-400 Triumf air defense system is being purchased from Russia. Akash mid-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system. The missile system can target aircraft up to 30 km away, at altitudes up to 18,000 meters.
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Prithvi air defence system has the capacity to engage targets at an altitude of 50 km. S-400 Triumf air defense system is being purchased from Russia. Akash mid-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system. The missile system can target aircraft up to 30 km away, at altitudes up to 18,000 meters.
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Question 6 of 30
6. Question
Which of the following statement is /are correct regarding Project75 India (P75 I)?
- It envisages the construction of nuclear submarines.
- It has been cleared under the strategic partnership model.
- INS Khanderi was the first submarine to be commissioned under this project.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect It envisages the construction of six conventional diesel submarines, with better sensors and weapons and the Air Independent Propulsion System (AIP). The project has been cleared under the strategic partnership model. Under the strategic partnership model, an Indian shipyard will be selected by the government, which will also nominate the foreign original equipment manufacturer (OEM) under the overall arch of ‘Make in India’. INS Kalvari was the first of the six submarines to be commissioned under project 75. No submarine has been built up under the new (P75I) project. Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect It envisages the construction of six conventional diesel submarines, with better sensors and weapons and the Air Independent Propulsion System (AIP). The project has been cleared under the strategic partnership model. Under the strategic partnership model, an Indian shipyard will be selected by the government, which will also nominate the foreign original equipment manufacturer (OEM) under the overall arch of ‘Make in India’. INS Kalvari was the first of the six submarines to be commissioned under project 75. No submarine has been built up under the new (P75I) project. -
Question 7 of 30
7. Question
Consider the following statements with reference to Man-portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile System of India:
- MILAN 2T is an indigenously built portable anti-tank guided missile.
- The Konkurs is a Russian Anti-tank missile system that is being used by the Indian Army.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct MILAN 2T is French-made anti-tank guided missiles The Konkurs is a Russian Anti-tank missile system that is being used by the Indian Army. Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct MILAN 2T is French-made anti-tank guided missiles The Konkurs is a Russian Anti-tank missile system that is being used by the Indian Army. -
Question 8 of 30
8. Question
Consider the following statements regarding LCA Tejas:
- It is an indigenous fighter aircraft jointly developed by DRDO and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.
- It is the smallest lightweight, multi-role, single-engine tactical fighter aircraft in the world.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct LCA Tejas is an aircraft jointly developed by Aeronautical Development Agency and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. It is the smallest lightweight, multi-role, single-engine tactical fighter aircraft in the world. Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct LCA Tejas is an aircraft jointly developed by Aeronautical Development Agency and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. It is the smallest lightweight, multi-role, single-engine tactical fighter aircraft in the world. -
Question 9 of 30
9. Question
Consider the following statements with reference to the Agni Missile system of India:
- It has been developed under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme of DRDO.
- Agni II is an intermediate range surface-to-surface nuclear-capable missile.
- Agni V is a canister launch solid fueled Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile (ICBM).
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct It has been developed under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme of DRDO. Agni II is an intermediate range surface-to-surface nuclear-capable missile. Agni V is a canister launch solid fueled Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile (ICBM). Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct It has been developed under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme of DRDO. Agni II is an intermediate range surface-to-surface nuclear-capable missile. Agni V is a canister launch solid fueled Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile (ICBM). -
Question 10 of 30
10. Question
Consider the following statements:
- Missile Technology Control Regime aims to limit the spread of ballistic missiles that could be used for chemical, biological and nuclear attacks.
- Wassenaar Arrangement ensures that exports do not contribute to the development of chemical or biological weapons.
- Australia Group aims to promote transparency and greater responsibility in transfers of conventional arms and dual-use goods and technologies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect Missile Technology Control Regime was established in 1987 by Japan. It aims to limit the spread of ballistic missiles that could be used for chemical, biological and nuclear attacks. India is a member of this regime. Australia Group seeks to ensure that exports do not contribute to the development of chemical or biological weapons. It has 43 members including India. Wassenaar Arrangement promotes transparency and greater responsibility in transfers of conventional arms and dual-use goods and technologies. India is a member of this arrangement. Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect Missile Technology Control Regime was established in 1987 by Japan. It aims to limit the spread of ballistic missiles that could be used for chemical, biological and nuclear attacks. India is a member of this regime. Australia Group seeks to ensure that exports do not contribute to the development of chemical or biological weapons. It has 43 members including India. Wassenaar Arrangement promotes transparency and greater responsibility in transfers of conventional arms and dual-use goods and technologies. India is a member of this arrangement. -
Question 11 of 30
11. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Ramjet Engine’:
- It is an air-breathing jet engine.
- Ramjet powered vehicle requires an assisted take-off to reach to a speed where it begins to produce thrust.
- The efficiency of the engine increases when the vehicle reaches hypersonic speed.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Ramjet is a form of air-breathing jet engine that uses the vehicle’s forward motion to compress incoming air for combustion without a rotating compressor. Fuel is injected in the combustion chamber where it mixes with the hot compressed air and ignites. A ramjet-powered vehicle requires an assisted take-off like a rocket assist to accelerate it to a speed where it begins to produce thrust. Ramjets work most efficiently at supersonic speeds around Mach 3 (three times the speed of sound) and can operate up to speeds of Mach 6. However, the ramjet efficiency starts to drop when the vehicle reaches hypersonic speeds. Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Ramjet is a form of air-breathing jet engine that uses the vehicle’s forward motion to compress incoming air for combustion without a rotating compressor. Fuel is injected in the combustion chamber where it mixes with the hot compressed air and ignites. A ramjet-powered vehicle requires an assisted take-off like a rocket assist to accelerate it to a speed where it begins to produce thrust. Ramjets work most efficiently at supersonic speeds around Mach 3 (three times the speed of sound) and can operate up to speeds of Mach 6. However, the ramjet efficiency starts to drop when the vehicle reaches hypersonic speeds. -
Question 12 of 30
12. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘SANT missile’, recently in news:
- SANT missile is an anti-tank missile mounted on the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH).
- It is developed by Israel and recently inducted by Indian Air Force.
- The missile is an upgraded version of the Helicopter Launched Nag (HeliNa) missile.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct India has successfully flight tested an indigenously developed Stand-off Anti-tank (SANT) missile from a ground-based platform off Odisha coast. It is an air-to-surface missile mounted on the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH). SANT Missile is developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the Indian Air Force. The missile is an upgraded version of the Helicopter Launched Nag (HeliNa) missile which has a range of around 7 to 8km. SANT Missile can destroy targets 15 km to 20 km away. Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct India has successfully flight tested an indigenously developed Stand-off Anti-tank (SANT) missile from a ground-based platform off Odisha coast. It is an air-to-surface missile mounted on the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH). SANT Missile is developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the Indian Air Force. The missile is an upgraded version of the Helicopter Launched Nag (HeliNa) missile which has a range of around 7 to 8km. SANT Missile can destroy targets 15 km to 20 km away. -
Question 13 of 30
13. Question
With reference to military exercises, consider the following pairs:
Military exercise :: Countries
- Garuda Shakti :: India & Indonesia
- Dharma Guardian :: India & Japan
- Bold Kurukshetra :: India & Bangladesh
- Ekuverin :: India &Maldives
Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
- Garuda Shakti
- Dharma Guardian
- Bold Kurukshetra
- Ekuverin
Correct Correct Incorrect Correct India & Indonesia India & Japan India & Singapore India &Maldives Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
- Garuda Shakti
- Dharma Guardian
- Bold Kurukshetra
- Ekuverin
Correct Correct Incorrect Correct India & Indonesia India & Japan India & Singapore India &Maldives -
Question 14 of 30
14. Question
With reference to Open Skies Treaty, consider the following statements:
- A member state can undertake unarmed aerial observation flights over the territories of other member state without latter’s consent.
- The key information on military exercises and troop movements must be shared among all member states.
- Russia and the United States of America are signatories to the treaty.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect Under the treaty, a member state can fly unarmed reconnaissance flights on any part of the host nation, with the latter’s consent. A country can undertake aerial imaging over the host state after giving notice 72 hours before and sharing its exact flight path 24 hours before. The information gathered under the provisions of the treaty, such as on troop movements, military exercises and missile deployments, has to be shared with all member states. Russia and the US were signatories to the treaty. In May 2020, the US announced its intention of withdrawing from the treaty, accusing Russia of ‘flagrantly and continuously violating the Treaty in various ways for years’, and left it in November, 2020. After the US, Russia too left the treaty in January, 2021. Now, both Russia and the United States of America are not parties to the treaty. Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect Under the treaty, a member state can fly unarmed reconnaissance flights on any part of the host nation, with the latter’s consent. A country can undertake aerial imaging over the host state after giving notice 72 hours before and sharing its exact flight path 24 hours before. The information gathered under the provisions of the treaty, such as on troop movements, military exercises and missile deployments, has to be shared with all member states. Russia and the US were signatories to the treaty. In May 2020, the US announced its intention of withdrawing from the treaty, accusing Russia of ‘flagrantly and continuously violating the Treaty in various ways for years’, and left it in November, 2020. After the US, Russia too left the treaty in January, 2021. Now, both Russia and the United States of America are not parties to the treaty. -
Question 15 of 30
15. Question
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding ‘Hypersonic Test Demonstration Vehicle (HSTDV)?’
- It is an unmanned scramjet demonstration aircraft for hypersonic speed flight.
- It has been developed by Indian Space Research Organisation.
- It can be used as a carrier vehicle for hypersonic and long-range cruise missiles.
- India has become the third country after USA and Russia to develop and successfully test hypersonic technology.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Correct Incorrect Correct Incorrect Hypersonic Test Demonstration Vehicle (HSTDV)is an unmanned scramjet demonstration aircraft for hypersonic speed flight. The HSTDV cruise vehicle is mounted on a solid rocket motor, which will take it to a required altitude and once it attains certain mac numbers for speed, the cruise vehicle will be ejected out of the launch vehicle. Subsequently, the scramjet engine will be ignited automatically. It has been developed by the Indian Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and not by ISRO. Hypersonic Test Demonstration Vehicle (HSTDV)can be used as a carrier vehicle for hypersonic and long-range cruise missiles. It has multiple civilian applications including missiles of the future for air defence, surveillance besides in the development of energy-efficient, low cost and reusable satellite launch vehicles. India has become the fourth country after the United States, Russia and China to develop and successfully test hypersonic technology. Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Correct Incorrect Correct Incorrect Hypersonic Test Demonstration Vehicle (HSTDV)is an unmanned scramjet demonstration aircraft for hypersonic speed flight. The HSTDV cruise vehicle is mounted on a solid rocket motor, which will take it to a required altitude and once it attains certain mac numbers for speed, the cruise vehicle will be ejected out of the launch vehicle. Subsequently, the scramjet engine will be ignited automatically. It has been developed by the Indian Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and not by ISRO. Hypersonic Test Demonstration Vehicle (HSTDV)can be used as a carrier vehicle for hypersonic and long-range cruise missiles. It has multiple civilian applications including missiles of the future for air defence, surveillance besides in the development of energy-efficient, low cost and reusable satellite launch vehicles. India has become the fourth country after the United States, Russia and China to develop and successfully test hypersonic technology. -
Question 16 of 30
16. Question
What does the term ‘offset’ mean in the context of Defense Acquisition Procedure?
Correct
Solution (a)
Explanation:
A defence offset policy was promulgated under the Defence Procurement Procedure (DPP-2005) and the first offset contract was signed in 2007. Under the offset clause, a foreign company that wins a defence deal is supposed to invest a part of the contract value in the country, thus developing skills and bringing in technology, while also generating employment.
An offset provision in a contract makes it obligatory on the supplier to either ‘reverse purchase, execute export orders or invest in local industry or in research and development’ in the buyer’s domestic industry.
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Explanation:
A defence offset policy was promulgated under the Defence Procurement Procedure (DPP-2005) and the first offset contract was signed in 2007. Under the offset clause, a foreign company that wins a defence deal is supposed to invest a part of the contract value in the country, thus developing skills and bringing in technology, while also generating employment.
An offset provision in a contract makes it obligatory on the supplier to either ‘reverse purchase, execute export orders or invest in local industry or in research and development’ in the buyer’s domestic industry.
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Question 17 of 30
17. Question
Consider the following statements regarding S – 400 air defence systems:
- It is a mobile, surface-to-air missile system (SAM) developed by United States of America.
- The system can engage all types of aerial targets including aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles within the range of 400km, at an altitude of up to 30km.
- The system can track 100 airborne targets and engage six of them simultaneously.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct It is a mobile, surface-to-air missile system (SAM) developed by Russia. The system can engage all types of aerial targets including aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles within the range of 400km, at an altitude of up to 30km. The system can track 100 airborne targets and engage six of them simultaneously. Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct It is a mobile, surface-to-air missile system (SAM) developed by Russia. The system can engage all types of aerial targets including aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles within the range of 400km, at an altitude of up to 30km. The system can track 100 airborne targets and engage six of them simultaneously. -
Question 18 of 30
18. Question
Consider the following statements regarding SARAS:
- It is a High-speed Expendable Aerial Target (HEAT), designed for autonomous flying with the help of an autopilot.
- It is developed by the National Aeronautics Laboratories (NAL).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct SARAS is first Indian multi-purpose civilian aircraft in light transport aircraft category. It is an indigenous aircraft developed by the National Aeronautics Laboratories (NAL), which is overseen by the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR). Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct SARAS is first Indian multi-purpose civilian aircraft in light transport aircraft category. It is an indigenous aircraft developed by the National Aeronautics Laboratories (NAL), which is overseen by the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR). -
Question 19 of 30
19. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Rules of 2020.
- UIN is unique identification number issued by Airports Authority of India.
- For Nano and micro category, no unique identification number (UIN) is required.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect UIN is unique identification number issued by DGCA for a particular RPA (except Nano). For Nano, no UIN is required. However, for micro category and above, UIN is required. Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect UIN is unique identification number issued by DGCA for a particular RPA (except Nano). For Nano, no UIN is required. However, for micro category and above, UIN is required. -
Question 20 of 30
20. Question
DRDO Young Scientist Laboratories (DYSLs) lays down the foundation for research and development in which of the following areas?
- Asymmetric technologies
- Cognitive technologies
- Quantum technologies
- Artificial intelligence
- Smart materials
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Solution (d)
Explanation:
DRDO Young Scientist Laboratories (DYSLs):
- DRDO Young Scientist Laboratories (DYSLs) are located in five cities viz, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and Hyderabad.
- Each lab will work on a key advanced technology of importance to the development of futuristic defence systems such as:
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- Artificial intelligence
- Quantum technologies
- Cognitive technologies
- Asymmetric technologies and
- Smart materials.
Incorrect
Solution (d)
Explanation:
DRDO Young Scientist Laboratories (DYSLs):
- DRDO Young Scientist Laboratories (DYSLs) are located in five cities viz, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and Hyderabad.
- Each lab will work on a key advanced technology of importance to the development of futuristic defence systems such as:
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- Artificial intelligence
- Quantum technologies
- Cognitive technologies
- Asymmetric technologies and
- Smart materials.
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Question 21 of 30
21. Question
With reference to the Account Aggregator framework, seen recently in news, consider the following statements:
- An Account Aggregator provides the service of retrieving or collecting financial information pertaining to its customer.
- The licence for Account Aggregator is issued by the RBI.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct According to the Reserve Bank of India, an Account Aggregator is a non-banking financial company engaged in the business of providing, under a contract, the service of retrieving or collecting financial information pertaining to its customer. It is also engaged in consolidating, organising and presenting such information to the customer or any other financial information user as may be specified by the bank The AA framework was created through an inter-regulatory decision by RBI and other regulators including Securities and Exchange Board of India, Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority, and Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) through and initiative of the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC) Context – A new framework was launched for Account Aggregators
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct According to the Reserve Bank of India, an Account Aggregator is a non-banking financial company engaged in the business of providing, under a contract, the service of retrieving or collecting financial information pertaining to its customer. It is also engaged in consolidating, organising and presenting such information to the customer or any other financial information user as may be specified by the bank The AA framework was created through an inter-regulatory decision by RBI and other regulators including Securities and Exchange Board of India, Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority, and Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) through and initiative of the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC) Context – A new framework was launched for Account Aggregators
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Question 22 of 30
22. Question
Manda Buffalo is an indigenous breed belonging to:
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Solution (c)
The Manda buffaloes are resistant to parasitic infections, less prone to diseases and can live, produce and reproduce at low or nil input systems. These are found in the Eastern Ghats and plateau of Koraput region of Odisha. The small, sturdy buffaloes are used for ploughing in their native habitat of the Koraput, Malkangiri and Nabarangpur districts. There are around 1,00,000 buffaloes of this breed in the native tract mostly contributing to the family nutrition of households and assisting in all the agricultural operations in the undulated hilly terrain for generations. The average milk yield of these buffaloes is 2 to 2.5 litres in single milking with more than 8% fat. However, a few of those yield up to 4 litres.
Context – Mando Buffalo got indigenous tag
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Solution (c)
The Manda buffaloes are resistant to parasitic infections, less prone to diseases and can live, produce and reproduce at low or nil input systems. These are found in the Eastern Ghats and plateau of Koraput region of Odisha. The small, sturdy buffaloes are used for ploughing in their native habitat of the Koraput, Malkangiri and Nabarangpur districts. There are around 1,00,000 buffaloes of this breed in the native tract mostly contributing to the family nutrition of households and assisting in all the agricultural operations in the undulated hilly terrain for generations. The average milk yield of these buffaloes is 2 to 2.5 litres in single milking with more than 8% fat. However, a few of those yield up to 4 litres.
Context – Mando Buffalo got indigenous tag
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Question 23 of 30
23. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Transport and Marketing Assistance (TMA) for Specified Agriculture Products Scheme:
- It aims at providing financial assistance for the transport and marketing of agricultural products to boost exports.
- It is a scheme of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare.
- The scheme provides 100% freight and marketing assistance for export of agricultural products by air as well as by sea.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect The objective of this scheme is to provide assistance for the international component of freight, to mitigate disadvantage of higher freight costs faced by the Indian exporters of agriculture products Transport and Marketing Assistance (TMA) for Specified Agriculture Products Scheme was launched in 2019 by the Department of Commerce under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Recently, the Department has notified ‘Revised Transport and Marketing Assistance (TMA) for Specified Agriculture Products Scheme’ for exports effected on or after 01.04.2021 up to 31.03.2022. The existing scheme will remain in operation for exports effected up to 31.03.2021. Following major changes have been made in the revised scheme: -
- Dairy products, which were not covered under the earlier scheme, will be eligible for assistance under the revised scheme.
- Rates of assistance have been increased, by 50% for exports by sea and by 100% for exports by air
Context – The provisions of the scheme were revised
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect The objective of this scheme is to provide assistance for the international component of freight, to mitigate disadvantage of higher freight costs faced by the Indian exporters of agriculture products Transport and Marketing Assistance (TMA) for Specified Agriculture Products Scheme was launched in 2019 by the Department of Commerce under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Recently, the Department has notified ‘Revised Transport and Marketing Assistance (TMA) for Specified Agriculture Products Scheme’ for exports effected on or after 01.04.2021 up to 31.03.2022. The existing scheme will remain in operation for exports effected up to 31.03.2021. Following major changes have been made in the revised scheme: -
- Dairy products, which were not covered under the earlier scheme, will be eligible for assistance under the revised scheme.
- Rates of assistance have been increased, by 50% for exports by sea and by 100% for exports by air
Context – The provisions of the scheme were revised
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Question 24 of 30
24. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Shoonya Campaign
- It is launched by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
- It aims to accelerate adoption of electric vehicles in all the areas.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect Shoonya Campaign is lauched by Niti Aayog in collaboration with Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI). It aims to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the urban deliveries segment and create consumer awareness about the benefits of zero-pollution delivery. Context – NITI Aayog launched ‘Shoonya’ Campaign.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect Shoonya Campaign is lauched by Niti Aayog in collaboration with Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI). It aims to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the urban deliveries segment and create consumer awareness about the benefits of zero-pollution delivery. Context – NITI Aayog launched ‘Shoonya’ Campaign.
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Question 25 of 30
25. Question
Which of the following countries are part of the grouping called AUKUS, seen recently in news?
- UAE
- UK
- South Africa
- Australia
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
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Solution (c)
AUKUS is a new trilateral security partnership for the Indo-Pacific between Australia, the U.K. and the U.S. (AUKUS). The grouping is security focused. A central feature of the partnership would involve a trilateral 18-month effort to help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines which are quieter, more capable and can be deployed for longer periods, needing to surface less frequently. The partnership would also involve a new architecture of meetings and engagements between the three countries and also cooperation across emerging technologies (applied AI, quantum technologies and undersea capabilities).
Context – The grouping was recently launched.
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Solution (c)
AUKUS is a new trilateral security partnership for the Indo-Pacific between Australia, the U.K. and the U.S. (AUKUS). The grouping is security focused. A central feature of the partnership would involve a trilateral 18-month effort to help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines which are quieter, more capable and can be deployed for longer periods, needing to surface less frequently. The partnership would also involve a new architecture of meetings and engagements between the three countries and also cooperation across emerging technologies (applied AI, quantum technologies and undersea capabilities).
Context – The grouping was recently launched.
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Question 26 of 30
26. Question
Speed of a blue bus is three times of red bus and red bus is four times as fast as green bus. If green bus covers a certain distance in two hour and 36 minutes, then blue bus can cover the same distance in –
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Solution (b)
Ratio of speeds of blue bus and red bus = 3 : 1
Ratio of speeds of red bus and green bus= 4 : 1
Ratio of speeds of blue bus, red bus and green bus= 12 : 4 : 1
Since time is inversely proportional to speed,
Ratio of time taken by blue bus, red bus and green bus= 1 : 4 : 12
Let us assume that time taken by blue bus, red bus and green bus are x, 4x and 12x
respectively.
Given that:
Time taken by passenger train = 2 hour 36 minutes = 120 + 36 =156 minutes
Now, according to the question,
12x = 156 minutes
∴ x = 13 minutes
Hence, time taken by blue bus = 13 minutes
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Solution (b)
Ratio of speeds of blue bus and red bus = 3 : 1
Ratio of speeds of red bus and green bus= 4 : 1
Ratio of speeds of blue bus, red bus and green bus= 12 : 4 : 1
Since time is inversely proportional to speed,
Ratio of time taken by blue bus, red bus and green bus= 1 : 4 : 12
Let us assume that time taken by blue bus, red bus and green bus are x, 4x and 12x
respectively.
Given that:
Time taken by passenger train = 2 hour 36 minutes = 120 + 36 =156 minutes
Now, according to the question,
12x = 156 minutes
∴ x = 13 minutes
Hence, time taken by blue bus = 13 minutes
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Question 27 of 30
27. Question
A man travels from his home to office at 6km/hr and reaches his office 20 min late. If the Speed had been 9 km/hr he would have reached 10 min early. Find the distance from his home to office.
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Solution (d)
Let t be the time taken to reach the office. Let d be the distance between house and office.
By travelling at 6 km/h reaches office 20 minute late
d/6= t+(20/60) —-(1)
By travelling at 9 km/h reaches office 10 minute early
d/9= t-(10/60) —-(2)
From eqn.(1) and (2),
(d/6)-(d/9) = t + 20/60 – t + 10/60
9d-6d/54 = 30/60 = 1/2
3d/54 = d/18 = ½
d = 18/2 = 9 kms.
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Solution (d)
Let t be the time taken to reach the office. Let d be the distance between house and office.
By travelling at 6 km/h reaches office 20 minute late
d/6= t+(20/60) —-(1)
By travelling at 9 km/h reaches office 10 minute early
d/9= t-(10/60) —-(2)
From eqn.(1) and (2),
(d/6)-(d/9) = t + 20/60 – t + 10/60
9d-6d/54 = 30/60 = 1/2
3d/54 = d/18 = ½
d = 18/2 = 9 kms.
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Question 28 of 30
28. Question
An aeroplane covers a certain distance at a speed of 440 kmph in 5 hours. To cover the same distance in 2 23hours, it must travel at a speed of:
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Solution (a)
Distance = (440 x 5) = 2200 km.
Speed = Distance/Time
Speed = 2200/(8/3) km/hr. [We can write 2 23hours as 8/3 hours]
Speed = 2200 * 3 / 8 = 6600/8 = 825 kmph
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Solution (a)
Distance = (440 x 5) = 2200 km.
Speed = Distance/Time
Speed = 2200/(8/3) km/hr. [We can write 2 23hours as 8/3 hours]
Speed = 2200 * 3 / 8 = 6600/8 = 825 kmph
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Question 29 of 30
29. Question
A train can travel 50% faster than a car. Both start from point A at the same time and reach point B 90 kms away from A at the same time. On the way, however, the train lost about 15 minutes while stopping at the stations. The speed of the car is:
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Solution (c)
Let speed of car is v Speed of train is 50% more than the car = 1.5 * v
Distance traveled by both of them is 90km each.
Since both start at the same time and reach at the same time so time taken by both of them will be same.
Time take by Car = time taken by train
90/v = 90/1.5v + 15 (as train stopped in between for 15mins) (calculating speed in km/min)
90/v – 90/1.5v = 15
90/v ( 1 – 1/1.5) = 15
90/v ((1.5-1)/1.5) = 15
90/v * 0.5/1.5 = 15
90/v = 15 * 1.5/0.5
90/v = 15*3 = 45
v = 45/90 = 2 km/min = 2*60 km/hr (as 1min = 1/60 hr) = 120 km/hr
So, answer is C
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Solution (c)
Let speed of car is v Speed of train is 50% more than the car = 1.5 * v
Distance traveled by both of them is 90km each.
Since both start at the same time and reach at the same time so time taken by both of them will be same.
Time take by Car = time taken by train
90/v = 90/1.5v + 15 (as train stopped in between for 15mins) (calculating speed in km/min)
90/v – 90/1.5v = 15
90/v ( 1 – 1/1.5) = 15
90/v ((1.5-1)/1.5) = 15
90/v * 0.5/1.5 = 15
90/v = 15 * 1.5/0.5
90/v = 15*3 = 45
v = 45/90 = 2 km/min = 2*60 km/hr (as 1min = 1/60 hr) = 120 km/hr
So, answer is C
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Question 30 of 30
30. Question
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow the passage. Your answer to these questions should be based on passage only.
The government’s move to infuse upfront an additional capital of Rs 70,000 crore into public sector banks (PSBs) is welcome. The promised removal of the Damocles’ sword of punitive investigation of any banking decision hanging over the heads of bankers today will help banks lend the additional liquidity leveraging this capital would enable.
The moves to support non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) — such as enhancing additional liquidity support to housing finance companies to Rs 30,000 crore by National Housing Bank from Rs 20,000 crore and co-origination of loans by PSBs jointly with NBFCs that are reeling under a liquidity crunch — will provide a booster for fresh loans to the MSME sector. A transparent one-time settlement policy being provided by banks to benefit MSMEs and retail borrowers in settling their over dues are pragmatic. But banks also must acquire the expertise to assess MSME loan viability and invest in data mining.
Making banks link their lending rates to the repo rates will help better transmission of monetary policy. But for this to work without impairing bank financial health, multiple structural rigidities in the system must be removed. Public sector pre-emption of the bulk of household financial savings must end, for the bond market to really take off to provide longer-term funds for infrastructure projects. Steps such as further development of the credit default swap markets, facilitating increased trading for price discovery, and establishing an organisation to provide credit enhancement for infrastructure and housing projects make eminent sense, as does on shoring the offshore rupee derivative markets.
A coherent policy of managerial reform, including of remuneration, at public sector banks must accompany the measures announced, for them to take effect.
Q.30) According to the passage what will provide a booster for fresh loans to the MSME sector?
- Loan waivers and collateral free loans
- Increasing additional liquidity support of Rs 20,000 Cr by 50%
- Joint contribution of credit by PSBs and NBFCs
Choose the correct code
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Solution (b)
Refer to:
The moves to support non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) — such as enhancing additional liquidity support to housing finance companies to Rs 30,000 crore by National Housing Bank from Rs 20,000 crore and co-origination of loans by PSBs jointly with NBFCs that are reeling under a liquidity crunch — will provide a booster for fresh loans to the MSME sector.
Increasing 20,000 by 50% gives us 30,000 and co-origination of loans refers to joint contribution of credit. Hence, statements II and III are correct. However, nothing has been mentioned about loan waivers and collateral free loans. So the first statement is incorrect.
Evidently, option B is the correct answer.
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Solution (b)
Refer to:
The moves to support non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) — such as enhancing additional liquidity support to housing finance companies to Rs 30,000 crore by National Housing Bank from Rs 20,000 crore and co-origination of loans by PSBs jointly with NBFCs that are reeling under a liquidity crunch — will provide a booster for fresh loans to the MSME sector.
Increasing 20,000 by 50% gives us 30,000 and co-origination of loans refers to joint contribution of credit. Hence, statements II and III are correct. However, nothing has been mentioned about loan waivers and collateral free loans. So the first statement is incorrect.
Evidently, option B is the correct answer.
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