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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII)’
- It is a high level advisory body that reports to the United Nations General Assembly
- It is the only UN body that is mandated to deal specifically with indigenous peoples’ issues
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect The United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII or PFII) is the UN’s central coordinating body for matters relating to the concerns and rights of the world’s indigenous peoples. It is an advisory body within the framework of the United Nations System that reports to the UN’s Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). It is one of three UN bodies that is mandated to deal specifically with indigenous peoples’ issues. The others are the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoplesand the Special Rapporteur on the Rights of indigenous peoples Context – The 22nd session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues was held in New York
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Solution (d)
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect The United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII or PFII) is the UN’s central coordinating body for matters relating to the concerns and rights of the world’s indigenous peoples. It is an advisory body within the framework of the United Nations System that reports to the UN’s Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). It is one of three UN bodies that is mandated to deal specifically with indigenous peoples’ issues. The others are the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoplesand the Special Rapporteur on the Rights of indigenous peoples Context – The 22nd session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues was held in New York
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements
- It is an ancient temple dedicated to the Lord Maha Vishnu
- It is popularly known as the Kashi of the South
- The temple lies on the banks of stream Papanashini, which originates from the Brahmagiri hills
Which of the following temples best describe the statements mentioned above
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Solution (b)
Thirunelly Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to the Lord Maha Vishnu. It is located on the sides of Brahmagiri Hill, a part of the Sahyadri Mountain Ranges in the Wayanad district of Kerala. It is also known as the Sahyamala Kshetram and Kashi of the South. It is the only temple in the world where the devotees can perform all the rituals related to one’s life, starting from birth to death and life after death. The rituals in this temple are performed on the banks of stream Papanashini, which originates from the Brahmagiri hills. The main deity idol of the temple is in the form of Chathurbhuja – Lord Vishnu with his four hands. The temple embodies classical, traditional Kerala architecture.
Context – The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) recently urged the government to conserve the historically significant structures at the Sree Mahavishnu Temple at Thirunelly.
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Solution (b)
Thirunelly Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to the Lord Maha Vishnu. It is located on the sides of Brahmagiri Hill, a part of the Sahyadri Mountain Ranges in the Wayanad district of Kerala. It is also known as the Sahyamala Kshetram and Kashi of the South. It is the only temple in the world where the devotees can perform all the rituals related to one’s life, starting from birth to death and life after death. The rituals in this temple are performed on the banks of stream Papanashini, which originates from the Brahmagiri hills. The main deity idol of the temple is in the form of Chathurbhuja – Lord Vishnu with his four hands. The temple embodies classical, traditional Kerala architecture.
Context – The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) recently urged the government to conserve the historically significant structures at the Sree Mahavishnu Temple at Thirunelly.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
‘Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) initiative’ was launched by
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Solution (c)
The Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) Initiative launched by World Health Organization (WHO) is aimed at providing “guidance on integrated planning for responding to any respiratory pathogen such as influenza or coronaviruses”. It was announced at the Global Meeting for Future Respiratory Pathogen Pandemics held on 24-26 April 2023 in Geneva, Switzerland. The first module focuses on respiratory pathogens, including influenza, coronaviruses, and respiratory syncytial virus.
Context – World Health Organization (WHO) has launched the PRET initiative to be better prepared for future outbreaks of a similar scale and devastation as the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Solution (c)
The Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats (PRET) Initiative launched by World Health Organization (WHO) is aimed at providing “guidance on integrated planning for responding to any respiratory pathogen such as influenza or coronaviruses”. It was announced at the Global Meeting for Future Respiratory Pathogen Pandemics held on 24-26 April 2023 in Geneva, Switzerland. The first module focuses on respiratory pathogens, including influenza, coronaviruses, and respiratory syncytial virus.
Context – World Health Organization (WHO) has launched the PRET initiative to be better prepared for future outbreaks of a similar scale and devastation as the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to ‘Seamounts’, consider the following statements
- They are underwater mountains formed through volcanic activity
- Unlike volcanoes on land, all seamounts are dormant
- They are formed on abyssal plains far away from mid-oceanic ridges
- They provide information about the mantle’s composition and how tectonic plates evolve
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Correct Incorrect Incorrect Correct Seamounts is an underwater mountain formed through volcanic activity Like volcanoes on land, seamounts can be active, extinct or dormant volcanoes. These are formed near mid-ocean ridges, where the earth’s tectonic plates are moving apart, allowing molten rock to rise to the seafloor. Some seamounts have also been found near intraplate hotspots – regions of heavy volcanic activity within a plate – and oceanic island chains with a volcanic and seismic activity called island arcs Because seamounts are formed when molten rock comes up from below the tectonic plates, they provide information about the mantle’s composition. Oceanographers also study seamounts to understand their influence on how water circulates and absorbs heat and carbon dioxide. Context – Scientists have reported finding 19,325 new seamounts after poring through new high-resolution data
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Correct Incorrect Incorrect Correct Seamounts is an underwater mountain formed through volcanic activity Like volcanoes on land, seamounts can be active, extinct or dormant volcanoes. These are formed near mid-ocean ridges, where the earth’s tectonic plates are moving apart, allowing molten rock to rise to the seafloor. Some seamounts have also been found near intraplate hotspots – regions of heavy volcanic activity within a plate – and oceanic island chains with a volcanic and seismic activity called island arcs Because seamounts are formed when molten rock comes up from below the tectonic plates, they provide information about the mantle’s composition. Oceanographers also study seamounts to understand their influence on how water circulates and absorbs heat and carbon dioxide. Context – Scientists have reported finding 19,325 new seamounts after poring through new high-resolution data
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to ‘Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act (CLNDA)’, consider the following statements
- The Act provides for strict and no-fault liability on the operator of the nuclear plant with a right of recourse
- The Act clearly specifies that there is no limitation on the amount and time when action for compensation can be brought against the operator
Select the correct statement(s)
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The CLNDA provides for strict and no-fault liability on the operator of the nuclear plant, where it will be held liable for damage regardless of any fault on its part. Section 17(b) of the CLNDA says that the operator of the nuclear plant, after paying their share of compensation, shall have the right of recourse where the nuclear incident has resulted as a consequence of an act of the supplier or his employee. Section 46 of CLNDA allows victims of a nuclear catastrophe to seek claims for damages against the operator or the supplier under criminal law, even though such legal actions fall beyond the purview of the CLNDA. However, the Act also specifies the limitations on the amount and time when action for compensation can be brought against the operator Context – The issues regarding India’s nuclear liability law – the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act (CLNDA) 2010 – are holding the six nuclear power reactors in Maharashtra’s Jaitapur.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The CLNDA provides for strict and no-fault liability on the operator of the nuclear plant, where it will be held liable for damage regardless of any fault on its part. Section 17(b) of the CLNDA says that the operator of the nuclear plant, after paying their share of compensation, shall have the right of recourse where the nuclear incident has resulted as a consequence of an act of the supplier or his employee. Section 46 of CLNDA allows victims of a nuclear catastrophe to seek claims for damages against the operator or the supplier under criminal law, even though such legal actions fall beyond the purview of the CLNDA. However, the Act also specifies the limitations on the amount and time when action for compensation can be brought against the operator Context – The issues regarding India’s nuclear liability law – the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act (CLNDA) 2010 – are holding the six nuclear power reactors in Maharashtra’s Jaitapur.
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