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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Global Hunger Index’
- The report is released by Concern Worldwide and Welt Hunger Hilfe
- All the indicators used for calculation of the index are related to health of Children
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The Global Hunger Report 2022 released by Concern Worldwide and Welt Hunger Hilfe, Non-Government Organisations from Ireland and Germany respectively, has ranked India at 107 among 121 countries. Three out of the four indicators used for calculation of the index are related to health of Children and cannot be representative of the entire population. The fourth and most important indicator estimate of Proportion of Undernourished (PoU) population is based on an opinion poll conducted on a very small sample size of 3000. Context – Global Hunger Index rankings were published recently.
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The Global Hunger Report 2022 released by Concern Worldwide and Welt Hunger Hilfe, Non-Government Organisations from Ireland and Germany respectively, has ranked India at 107 among 121 countries. Three out of the four indicators used for calculation of the index are related to health of Children and cannot be representative of the entire population. The fourth and most important indicator estimate of Proportion of Undernourished (PoU) population is based on an opinion poll conducted on a very small sample size of 3000. Context – Global Hunger Index rankings were published recently.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘International Monetary and Financial Committee’
- IMFC has formal decision making powers and provides strategic direction to the policies of the Fund
- The IMFC operates by consensus, including on the selection of its chair
- The IMFC meets twice a year, during the Spring and Annual Meetings
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct The IMFC advises and reports to the IMF Board of Governors on the supervision and management of the international monetary and financial system, including on responses to unfolding events that may disrupt the system. Although the IMFC has no formal decision-making powers, in practice, it has become a key instrument for providing strategic direction to the work and policies of the Fund. The IMFC operates by consensus, including on the selection of its chair. While there are no formal rules on term limits, since 2007 IMFC chairs have been appointed for a term of three years The IMFC meets twice a year, during the Spring and Annual Meetings. The Committee discusses matters of common concern affecting the global economy and also advises the IMF on the direction its work. Context – Union Finance Minister attended the International Monetary and Financial Committee in Washington DC
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct The IMFC advises and reports to the IMF Board of Governors on the supervision and management of the international monetary and financial system, including on responses to unfolding events that may disrupt the system. Although the IMFC has no formal decision-making powers, in practice, it has become a key instrument for providing strategic direction to the work and policies of the Fund. The IMFC operates by consensus, including on the selection of its chair. While there are no formal rules on term limits, since 2007 IMFC chairs have been appointed for a term of three years The IMFC meets twice a year, during the Spring and Annual Meetings. The Committee discusses matters of common concern affecting the global economy and also advises the IMF on the direction its work. Context – Union Finance Minister attended the International Monetary and Financial Committee in Washington DC
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to ‘Carbon Dating’, consider the following statements
- The dating method is based on the fact that Carbon-14 is radioactive, and decays at a well-known rate
- Carbon dating can also be used to determine the age of non-living things like rocks
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The dating method is based on the fact that Carbon-14 (C-14), an isotope of carbon with an atomic mass of 14, is radioactive, and decays at a well-known rate. The most abundant isotope of carbon in the atmosphere is C-12. The ratio of C-12 to C-14 in the atmosphere is almost static, and is known. Carbon dating cannot be used to determine the age of non-living things like rocks. Also, the age of things that are more than 40,000-50,000 years old cannot be arrived at through carbon dating. Context – Court in Varanasi rejected a plea asking for a scientific investigation into the structure found inside the Gyanvapi Mosque.
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The dating method is based on the fact that Carbon-14 (C-14), an isotope of carbon with an atomic mass of 14, is radioactive, and decays at a well-known rate. The most abundant isotope of carbon in the atmosphere is C-12. The ratio of C-12 to C-14 in the atmosphere is almost static, and is known. Carbon dating cannot be used to determine the age of non-living things like rocks. Also, the age of things that are more than 40,000-50,000 years old cannot be arrived at through carbon dating. Context – Court in Varanasi rejected a plea asking for a scientific investigation into the structure found inside the Gyanvapi Mosque.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements
- Parole is a system of releasing a prisoner with suspension of the sentence.
- Orders regarding parole and furlough can be challenged before a court of law
- The procedure regarding parole is covered by sections in the Indian Penal Code
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
Correct
Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Parole is a system of releasing a prisoner with suspension of the sentence. The release is conditional, usually subject to behaviour, and requires periodic reporting to the authorities for a set period of time. Temporary release under provisions for parole or furlough is given by the state, but its decision can be challenged before a court of law. There are no sections in the Indian Penal Code that deal with parole, and because there is no unified legislation in India that deals with it, individual states have their own laws governing it. As a result, there is some ambiguity when it comes to concerns about parole. Context – Gurmeet Ram Rahim, the head of Dera Sacha Sauda, was released from jail on parole.
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Parole is a system of releasing a prisoner with suspension of the sentence. The release is conditional, usually subject to behaviour, and requires periodic reporting to the authorities for a set period of time. Temporary release under provisions for parole or furlough is given by the state, but its decision can be challenged before a court of law. There are no sections in the Indian Penal Code that deal with parole, and because there is no unified legislation in India that deals with it, individual states have their own laws governing it. As a result, there is some ambiguity when it comes to concerns about parole. Context – Gurmeet Ram Rahim, the head of Dera Sacha Sauda, was released from jail on parole.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
‘Narcondam’ an island seen in news recently is known for
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Solution(c)
Narcondam, India’s easternmost island, is a small volcanic island located in the northern Andaman Sea. The island’s peak rises to 710 m above mean sea level, and it is formed of andesite. It is part of the Andaman Islands, the main body of which lie approximately 74 km (46 mi) to the west. The island is part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The island is small, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square kilometres. It was classified as a dormant volcano by the Geological Survey of India.
Context – The island was recently seen in news.
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Solution(c)
Narcondam, India’s easternmost island, is a small volcanic island located in the northern Andaman Sea. The island’s peak rises to 710 m above mean sea level, and it is formed of andesite. It is part of the Andaman Islands, the main body of which lie approximately 74 km (46 mi) to the west. The island is part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The island is small, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square kilometres. It was classified as a dormant volcano by the Geological Survey of India.
Context – The island was recently seen in news.
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