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The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. The topics covered here are generally different from what is being covered under ‘Daily Current Affairs/Daily News Analysis (DNA) and Daily Static Quiz’ to avoid duplication. The questions would be published from Monday to Saturday before 2 PM. One should not spend more than 10 minutes on this initiative.
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about Papua New Guinea
- Papua New Guinea lies in the southwest Pacific, south of the equator.
- It is situated on the Pacific Ring of Fire.
- The third forum for India-Pacific islands co-operation was jointly hosted by India and Papua New Guinea.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · Papua New Guinea lies in the southwest Pacific, just south of the equator and northeast of Australia. · The country is situated on the Pacific Ring of Fire, at the point of collision of several tectonic plates. · It is prone to volcanic activity, earthquakes and tidal waves.
· Most of the terrain is covered by tropical rain forest.
· The third forum for India-Pacific islands co-operation (FIPIC Summit), which was held today at Port Moresby was jointly hosted with Papua New Guinea. · Prime minister of India co- chaired the summit with PM of Papua New Guinea.
· The discussions encompassed various areas of cooperation, including commerce, technology, healthcare, and climate change.
Context: Recently, Prime minister of India meets with Pacific Island nation leaders on sidelines of FIPIC Summit in Papua New Guinea.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · Papua New Guinea lies in the southwest Pacific, just south of the equator and northeast of Australia. · The country is situated on the Pacific Ring of Fire, at the point of collision of several tectonic plates. · It is prone to volcanic activity, earthquakes and tidal waves.
· Most of the terrain is covered by tropical rain forest.
· The third forum for India-Pacific islands co-operation (FIPIC Summit), which was held today at Port Moresby was jointly hosted with Papua New Guinea. · Prime minister of India co- chaired the summit with PM of Papua New Guinea.
· The discussions encompassed various areas of cooperation, including commerce, technology, healthcare, and climate change.
Context: Recently, Prime minister of India meets with Pacific Island nation leaders on sidelines of FIPIC Summit in Papua New Guinea.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements
- Under Panch Karma Sankalp Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways will provide 60% financial support for promotion of Green Shipping.
- It also includes the development of Deendayal Port and VO Chidambaranar Port, Tuticorin as green Hydrogen Hub.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Panch Karma Sankalp · Ministry – Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW).
· The ‘Panch Karma Sankalp’ includes 5 major announcements
· MoPSW to provide 30% financial support for the promotion of Green Shipping.
Under the Green Tug Transition Programme · Jawaharlal Nehru Port,
· VO Chidambaranar Port,
· Paradip Port and
· Deendayal Port,
· Kandla will procure two tugs each;
· Deendayal Port and VO Chidambaranar Port, Tuticorin to be developed as Green Hydrogen Hub.
Single Window Portal to facilitate and monitor river and sea cruises.
Jawaharlal Nehru Port and VO Chidambaranar Port, Tuticorin to become Smart Port by next year.
Context: Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) made FIVE major announcements focusing green shipping and digitisation of the ports.
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Panch Karma Sankalp · Ministry – Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW).
· The ‘Panch Karma Sankalp’ includes 5 major announcements
· MoPSW to provide 30% financial support for the promotion of Green Shipping.
Under the Green Tug Transition Programme · Jawaharlal Nehru Port,
· VO Chidambaranar Port,
· Paradip Port and
· Deendayal Port,
· Kandla will procure two tugs each;
· Deendayal Port and VO Chidambaranar Port, Tuticorin to be developed as Green Hydrogen Hub.
Single Window Portal to facilitate and monitor river and sea cruises.
Jawaharlal Nehru Port and VO Chidambaranar Port, Tuticorin to become Smart Port by next year.
Context: Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) made FIVE major announcements focusing green shipping and digitisation of the ports.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about National Medical Devices Policy, 2023
- It aims to make India a global manufacturing for medical devices by achieving 10-12% share in the expanding global market over the next 25 years.
- It is implemented under the aegis of Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.
- Under this policy union government approved establishment of 157 nursing colleges to create a cadre of skilled professionals
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct National Medical Devices Policy, 2023 · Vision – To emerge as the global leader in the manufacturing and innovation of medical devices by achieving 10-12% share in the expanding global market over the next 25 years.
· Accelerated growth path with a patient-centric approach
· Policy is expected to help the Medical Devices Sector grow from present $11 Bn to $50 Bn by 2030.
· It is implemented under the aegis of Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers. · It approved establishment of 157 nursing colleges to create a cadre of skilled professionals. Mission
· Access & Universality
· Affordability
· Quality
· Patient centered & Quality Care
· Preventive & Promotive Health
· Security
· Research and Innovation
Context: It was in news.
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct National Medical Devices Policy, 2023 · Vision – To emerge as the global leader in the manufacturing and innovation of medical devices by achieving 10-12% share in the expanding global market over the next 25 years.
· Accelerated growth path with a patient-centric approach
· Policy is expected to help the Medical Devices Sector grow from present $11 Bn to $50 Bn by 2030.
· It is implemented under the aegis of Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers. · It approved establishment of 157 nursing colleges to create a cadre of skilled professionals. Mission
· Access & Universality
· Affordability
· Quality
· Patient centered & Quality Care
· Preventive & Promotive Health
· Security
· Research and Innovation
Context: It was in news.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET)
- It is a joint initiative of India and United States of America.
- iCET aims to elevate and expand the strategic technology partnership and defence industrial cooperation between the 2 countries.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · The US-India initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET) is a platform to accelerate strategic convergence and policy alignment. · This initiative was unveiled by President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the 2022 Quad Leaders’ Summit in Tokyo.
· The iCET will be spearheaded by the National Security Council of both the United States and India.
· iCET aims to elevate and expand the strategic technology partnership and defence industrial cooperation between the 2 countries. · The iCET is expected to remove barriers in technology transfers and co-production in the areas of critical and emerging technologies.
INDUS-X
· It will be launched under the Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET).
· It will promote partnerships between two countries defence innovation ecosystem.
· It focused on advancing high-tech cooperation.
Context: Launch of INDUS-X to promote partnerships between India and U.S. is scheduled in Washington ahead of PM’s visit
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · The US-India initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET) is a platform to accelerate strategic convergence and policy alignment. · This initiative was unveiled by President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the 2022 Quad Leaders’ Summit in Tokyo.
· The iCET will be spearheaded by the National Security Council of both the United States and India.
· iCET aims to elevate and expand the strategic technology partnership and defence industrial cooperation between the 2 countries. · The iCET is expected to remove barriers in technology transfers and co-production in the areas of critical and emerging technologies.
INDUS-X
· It will be launched under the Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET).
· It will promote partnerships between two countries defence innovation ecosystem.
· It focused on advancing high-tech cooperation.
Context: Launch of INDUS-X to promote partnerships between India and U.S. is scheduled in Washington ahead of PM’s visit
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary, recently seen in news is located in?
Correct
Solution (b)
Option b Correct About New Species: · The Visakhapatnam limbless skink (Barkudiamelanosticta) a small reptile renowned for its unique limbless body and extraordinary adaptations, has long eluded scientific observations.
· It is believed to be endemic to this region.
Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary:
· Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary is a vast forest reserve located near Vishaka- patnam, Andhra Pradesh.
· The name of the place referred to the local hill, Kambalakonda.
· The sanctuary has been under the Andhra Pradesh Forest Department since 1970.
· Topography: It is considerably hilly with steep slopes.
Context: Recently, the first-ever sighting of the elusive Barkudia limbless skink has been reported within the Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary boundaries in Visakhapatnam.
Incorrect
Solution (b)
Option b Correct About New Species: · The Visakhapatnam limbless skink (Barkudiamelanosticta) a small reptile renowned for its unique limbless body and extraordinary adaptations, has long eluded scientific observations.
· It is believed to be endemic to this region.
Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary:
· Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary is a vast forest reserve located near Vishaka- patnam, Andhra Pradesh.
· The name of the place referred to the local hill, Kambalakonda.
· The sanctuary has been under the Andhra Pradesh Forest Department since 1970.
· Topography: It is considerably hilly with steep slopes.
Context: Recently, the first-ever sighting of the elusive Barkudia limbless skink has been reported within the Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary boundaries in Visakhapatnam.
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