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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Raman Spectroscopy’
- Raman spectroscopy can be used to examine the chemical and structural composition of all metals
- The principle behind the theory is that a monochromatic radiation when passed through a sample may get reflected, absorbed, or scattered
Select the INCORRECT statement(s)
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Raman spectroscopy reveals the chemical and structural composition of samples. Generally, all materials produce Raman spectra, with the exception of pure metals. It was discovered by C.V. Raman in 1928 to study the vibrational, rotational, and low-frequency modes of the molecules. The principle behind Raman spectroscopy is that the monochromatic radiation is passed through the sample such that the radiation may get reflected, absorbed, or scattered. The scattered photons have a different frequency from the incident photon as the vibration and rotational properties vary. Context – Scientists from the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), an autonomous institute of the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Govt. of India, have designed an efficient SERS substrate.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Raman spectroscopy reveals the chemical and structural composition of samples. Generally, all materials produce Raman spectra, with the exception of pure metals. It was discovered by C.V. Raman in 1928 to study the vibrational, rotational, and low-frequency modes of the molecules. The principle behind Raman spectroscopy is that the monochromatic radiation is passed through the sample such that the radiation may get reflected, absorbed, or scattered. The scattered photons have a different frequency from the incident photon as the vibration and rotational properties vary. Context – Scientists from the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), an autonomous institute of the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Govt. of India, have designed an efficient SERS substrate.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to ‘UN Democracy Fund (UNDEF)’, consider the following statements
- It was created by UN General Assembly as a United Nations General Trust Fund to support democratization efforts around the world
- The large majority of UNDEF funds go to local civil society organizations, both in the transition and consolidation phases of democratization
- UNDEF subsists entirely on contributions from Permanent members of UN Security Council
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 Incorrect The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) was created by UN Secretary-General Kofi A. Annan in 2005 as a United Nations General Trust Fund to support democratization efforts around the world. It was welcomed by the General Assembly in the Outcome Document of the 2005 World Summit and was created by the UN Secretary- General. UNDEF supports projects that strengthen the voice of civil society, promote human rights, and encourage the participation of all groups in democratic processes. The large majority of UNDEF funds go to local civil society organizations – both in the transition and consolidation phases of democratization UNDEF subsists entirely on voluntary contributions from Governments; in 2015, it reached almost 170 million dollars in contributions and counts more than 40 countries as donors, including many middle- and low-income States in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Context – India is the fourth highest donor to UN Democracy Fund, which funds at least 68 projects worldwide linked to the Open Society Foundation.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) was created by UN Secretary-General Kofi A. Annan in 2005 as a United Nations General Trust Fund to support democratization efforts around the world. It was welcomed by the General Assembly in the Outcome Document of the 2005 World Summit and was created by the UN Secretary- General. UNDEF supports projects that strengthen the voice of civil society, promote human rights, and encourage the participation of all groups in democratic processes. The large majority of UNDEF funds go to local civil society organizations – both in the transition and consolidation phases of democratization UNDEF subsists entirely on voluntary contributions from Governments; in 2015, it reached almost 170 million dollars in contributions and counts more than 40 countries as donors, including many middle- and low-income States in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Context – India is the fourth highest donor to UN Democracy Fund, which funds at least 68 projects worldwide linked to the Open Society Foundation.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘State Energy Efficiency Index Report 2021-22’
- The report is based on an updated framework of 50 indicators aligned with international priorities
- The report was developed by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) in association with International Sustainable Energy Foundation
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect SEEI 2021-22 has an updated framework of 50 indicators aligned with national priorities. Programme-specific indicators have been included this year to track outcomes and impacts of state-level energy efficiency initiatives. In SEEI 2021-22, 5 states – Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Rajasthan and Telangana – are in the Front Runner category (>60 points) while 4 states – Assam, Haryana, Maharashtra, and Punjab – are in the Achiever category (50-60 points) State Energy Efficiency Index Report was developed by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) in association with Alliance for an Energy-Efficient Economy (AEEE). Context – The Union Minister of Power and New & Renewable Energy released the report of the State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI) 2021-22
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect SEEI 2021-22 has an updated framework of 50 indicators aligned with national priorities. Programme-specific indicators have been included this year to track outcomes and impacts of state-level energy efficiency initiatives. In SEEI 2021-22, 5 states – Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Rajasthan and Telangana – are in the Front Runner category (>60 points) while 4 states – Assam, Haryana, Maharashtra, and Punjab – are in the Achiever category (50-60 points) State Energy Efficiency Index Report was developed by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) in association with Alliance for an Energy-Efficient Economy (AEEE). Context – The Union Minister of Power and New & Renewable Energy released the report of the State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI) 2021-22
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
‘Suhelwa Wildlife Sanctuary’ seen in news recently is located in
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Solution (c)
Suhelva Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary located in Balrampur, Gonda and Sravasti districts of the state of Uttar Pradesh in India. It is one of the important places in the Bhabar-Tarai Eco-System area which is rich in biodiversity. The Suhelwa Wild Life Division is situated on the Indo-Nepal International Border.
Context – Suhelwa Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh is a new area where photographic evidence of tigers has been recorded for the first time.
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Solution (c)
Suhelva Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary located in Balrampur, Gonda and Sravasti districts of the state of Uttar Pradesh in India. It is one of the important places in the Bhabar-Tarai Eco-System area which is rich in biodiversity. The Suhelwa Wild Life Division is situated on the Indo-Nepal International Border.
Context – Suhelwa Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh is a new area where photographic evidence of tigers has been recorded for the first time.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘National Party’ status
- The Parliament has laid down the technical criterion for a party to be recognised as a national/state party in the Representation of the People Act, 1951
- A political party would be considered a national party if it has won at least 2% of the total seats in the Loksabha from not less than two states
- A recognized national party gets broadcast/telecast facilities over Akashvani/Doordarshan during general elections
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct The ECI has laid down the technical criterion for a party to be recognised as a national/state party in the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order 1968, as amended from time to time. A party may gain or lose national/state party status from time to time A political party would be considered (if it satisfies any of the below conditions) a national party if: it is ‘recognised’ in four or more states as a state party; or if its candidates polled at least 6% of total valid votes in any four or more states in the last Lok Sabha or Assembly elections and has at least four MPs in the last Lok Sabha polls; or if it has won at least 2% of the total seats in the Lok Sabha from not less than three states. If a party is recognised as a State Party, it is entitled for exclusive allotment of its reserved symbol to the candidates in the State in which it is so recognised. If a party is recognised as a National Party, it is entitled for exclusive allotment of its reserved symbol to the candidates throughout India. Further, they get broadcast/telecast facilities over Akashvani/Doordarshan during general elections. Context – The Election Commission (ECI) recognised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) as a national party, while revoking that status of the All-India Trinamool Congress, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and the Communist Party of India (CPI)
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct The ECI has laid down the technical criterion for a party to be recognised as a national/state party in the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order 1968, as amended from time to time. A party may gain or lose national/state party status from time to time A political party would be considered (if it satisfies any of the below conditions) a national party if: it is ‘recognised’ in four or more states as a state party; or if its candidates polled at least 6% of total valid votes in any four or more states in the last Lok Sabha or Assembly elections and has at least four MPs in the last Lok Sabha polls; or if it has won at least 2% of the total seats in the Lok Sabha from not less than three states. If a party is recognised as a State Party, it is entitled for exclusive allotment of its reserved symbol to the candidates in the State in which it is so recognised. If a party is recognised as a National Party, it is entitled for exclusive allotment of its reserved symbol to the candidates throughout India. Further, they get broadcast/telecast facilities over Akashvani/Doordarshan during general elections. Context – The Election Commission (ECI) recognised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) as a national party, while revoking that status of the All-India Trinamool Congress, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and the Communist Party of India (CPI)
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