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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about Software as a Service (SaaS)
- It is a software distribution model in which services are hosted by a cloud service provider.
- The end-users do not need to install any software on their devices to access these services.
- SaaS users can access their data through their mobile devices.
Choose the correct statements:
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Option d Correct · SaaS is also known as “On-Demand Software” · It is a software distribution model in which services are hosted by a cloud service provider.
· These services are available to end-users over the internet so, the end-users do not need to install any software on their devices to access these services.
· SaaS services can be accessed from any device such as desktops, laptops, tablets, phones, and thin clients.
Context – According to a study by EY and CII titled “India: The next global SaaS capital”, India is poised to become the next SaaS capital over the next few years
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Option d Correct · SaaS is also known as “On-Demand Software” · It is a software distribution model in which services are hosted by a cloud service provider.
· These services are available to end-users over the internet so, the end-users do not need to install any software on their devices to access these services.
· SaaS services can be accessed from any device such as desktops, laptops, tablets, phones, and thin clients.
Context – According to a study by EY and CII titled “India: The next global SaaS capital”, India is poised to become the next SaaS capital over the next few years
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV)
- The primary advantage of hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV) is that they produce less tailpipe emissions.
- They only emit water vapour and warm air.
- Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV) are more efficient than internal combustion engine vehicles.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct · Hydrogen Fuel Cell continue to produce electricity as long as there is a supply of hydrogen. · The primary advantage of hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV) is that they produce no tailpipe emissions.
· They only emit water vapour and warm air. · Another advantage is that they are more efficient than internal combustion engine vehicles. Context – It was seen in news
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct · Hydrogen Fuel Cell continue to produce electricity as long as there is a supply of hydrogen. · The primary advantage of hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV) is that they produce no tailpipe emissions.
· They only emit water vapour and warm air. · Another advantage is that they are more efficient than internal combustion engine vehicles. Context – It was seen in news
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following is/are not the verticals of Arth Ganga?
- Zero Budget Natural Farming
- Monetization and Reuse of Sludge & Wastewater
- Promote the cultural heritage and tourism of Ganga
Choose the correct code:
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Solution (d)
Option d Correct Arth Ganga Concept · It focuses on the sustainable development of the Ganga and its surrounding areas, by focusing on economic activities related to the river.
Features
Under Arth Ganga, the government is working on six verticals.
· The first is Zero Budget Natural Farming, which involves chemical-free farming on 10 km on either side of the river, and the promotion of cow dung as fertiliser through the GOBARdhan scheme.
· The Monetization and Reuse of Sludge & Wastewater is the second, which seeks to reuse treated water for irrigation, industries and revenue generation for Urban Local Bodies (ULBs).
· It involves Livelihood Generation Opportunities, by creating haats where people can sell local products, medicinal plants and ayurveda.
· The fourth is to increase public participation by increasing synergies between the stakeholders involved with the river.
· The model promotes the cultural heritage and tourism of Ganga and its surroundings, through boat tourism, adventure sports and by conducting yoga activities.
· Lastly, the model seeks to promote institutional building by empowering local administration for improved water governance.
Context – The Director General of the National Mission for Clean Ganga, spoke about the Arth Ganga model during his virtual keynote address to the Stockholm World Water Week 2022 on Wednesday (August 24)
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Solution (d)
Option d Correct Arth Ganga Concept · It focuses on the sustainable development of the Ganga and its surrounding areas, by focusing on economic activities related to the river.
Features
Under Arth Ganga, the government is working on six verticals.
· The first is Zero Budget Natural Farming, which involves chemical-free farming on 10 km on either side of the river, and the promotion of cow dung as fertiliser through the GOBARdhan scheme.
· The Monetization and Reuse of Sludge & Wastewater is the second, which seeks to reuse treated water for irrigation, industries and revenue generation for Urban Local Bodies (ULBs).
· It involves Livelihood Generation Opportunities, by creating haats where people can sell local products, medicinal plants and ayurveda.
· The fourth is to increase public participation by increasing synergies between the stakeholders involved with the river.
· The model promotes the cultural heritage and tourism of Ganga and its surroundings, through boat tourism, adventure sports and by conducting yoga activities.
· Lastly, the model seeks to promote institutional building by empowering local administration for improved water governance.
Context – The Director General of the National Mission for Clean Ganga, spoke about the Arth Ganga model during his virtual keynote address to the Stockholm World Water Week 2022 on Wednesday (August 24)
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Joint River Commission(JRC)
- The JRC is a bilateral working group established by India and Nepal.
- JRC is headed by Environment Ministers of both the countries
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect The Joint River Commission was a bilateral working group established by India and Bangladesh in the Indo-Bangla Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Peace that was signed on March 19, 1972 and came into being in November, 1972. As per the treaty, the two nations established the commission to work for the common interests and sharing of water resources, irrigation, floods and cyclones control. JRC is headed headed by Water Resources Ministers of both the countries Context: India, Bangladesh discuss Ganga, Teesta and Kushiyara in Joint River Commission meeting.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect The Joint River Commission was a bilateral working group established by India and Bangladesh in the Indo-Bangla Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Peace that was signed on March 19, 1972 and came into being in November, 1972. As per the treaty, the two nations established the commission to work for the common interests and sharing of water resources, irrigation, floods and cyclones control. JRC is headed headed by Water Resources Ministers of both the countries Context: India, Bangladesh discuss Ganga, Teesta and Kushiyara in Joint River Commission meeting.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
‘Aashwasan Campaign’ seen in news is an initiative of
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Solution(c)
Ministry of Tribal Affairs and TB division of Ministry of Health and Family welfare organized a national conclave on 24th August at the National Tribal Research Institute (NTRI), New Delhi to disseminate the learnings of the 100-day Aashwasan Campaign under ‘Tribal TB Initiative’. Tribal TB Initiative is a joint initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Central TB Division, Ministry of Health, supported by USAID as technical partner and Piramal Swasthya as implementing partner.
Context – Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare conduct door-to-door screening for TB in more than 68,000 villages under Aashwasan campaign
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Solution(c)
Ministry of Tribal Affairs and TB division of Ministry of Health and Family welfare organized a national conclave on 24th August at the National Tribal Research Institute (NTRI), New Delhi to disseminate the learnings of the 100-day Aashwasan Campaign under ‘Tribal TB Initiative’. Tribal TB Initiative is a joint initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Central TB Division, Ministry of Health, supported by USAID as technical partner and Piramal Swasthya as implementing partner.
Context – Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare conduct door-to-door screening for TB in more than 68,000 villages under Aashwasan campaign
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