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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following advantages with respect to ‘Tethered Drone’
- They dramatically reduce technical and human error crashes in flight.
- They provide a secure line of communication between the ground station and the aircraft
- It also does not require GPS navigation
Select the correct statement(s)
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
About Tethered Drone
- A tethered drone is an unmanned aerial vehicle tethered to the ground.
- It consists of a base station on the ground and the drone, which is connected to the station through the tether (cable).
- This tether provides power and data communication to the drone, allowing it to operate for extended periods without the limitations of a finite onboard battery.
- The drone can be operated remotely to perform specific tasks.
Advantages:
- Tethered UAVs are perfect for data capture and telemetry due to the reliability of tethered connections.
- They dramatically reduce technical and human error crashes in flight.
- They provide a secure line of communication between the ground station and the aircraft.
- The physical connection to the ground makes tethered drones less vulnerable to interference or hacking compared to wireless drones.
- It also does not require GPS navigation.
- Many tethered drones have longer flight times compared to free-flying, battery-operated drones.
- Due to the restricted movement of a tethered drone, the operator does not need piloting skills and can mainly focus on their tasks.
Context: Army signs deals for 130 tethered drones and 19 tank driving simulators
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
About Tethered Drone
- A tethered drone is an unmanned aerial vehicle tethered to the ground.
- It consists of a base station on the ground and the drone, which is connected to the station through the tether (cable).
- This tether provides power and data communication to the drone, allowing it to operate for extended periods without the limitations of a finite onboard battery.
- The drone can be operated remotely to perform specific tasks.
Advantages:
- Tethered UAVs are perfect for data capture and telemetry due to the reliability of tethered connections.
- They dramatically reduce technical and human error crashes in flight.
- They provide a secure line of communication between the ground station and the aircraft.
- The physical connection to the ground makes tethered drones less vulnerable to interference or hacking compared to wireless drones.
- It also does not require GPS navigation.
- Many tethered drones have longer flight times compared to free-flying, battery-operated drones.
- Due to the restricted movement of a tethered drone, the operator does not need piloting skills and can mainly focus on their tasks.
Context: Army signs deals for 130 tethered drones and 19 tank driving simulators
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to ‘Somatic Genetic Variants’, consider the following statements
Statement 1- It refers to alterations in the DNA sequence that occur specifically within the cells of an individual’s body, excluding the germ line cells (sperm and egg cells).
Statement 2 – Somatic genetic mutations occur after birth during development and are not inherited from parents.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
- Somatic genetic variants also known as somatic mutations refer to alterations in the DNA sequence that occur specifically within the cells of an individual’s body (somatic cells), excluding the germ line cells (sperm and egg cells).
- Somatic genetic mutations occur after birth during development and are not inherited from parents.
Somatic Mutation Progression:
- The human genome consists of 23 pairs of chromosomes, inherited from each parent, forming the blueprint of our genetic identity.
- Following the fertilization of an egg cell by a sperm cell, the resultant single cell amalgamates genetic material from both parents.
- Through subsequent rounds of division, this initial cell proliferates extensively, ultimately generating the countless trillions of cells constituting the human body.
- During the process of DNA replication, the incorporation of errors is notably minimized by error-correcting proteins. Nevertheless, a minute error rate persists and occurs at different times, contributing to the emergence of somatic genetic mutations.
- As cells continue to renew and replace old ones throughout life, errors keep occurring, leading to the gradual accumulation of somatic mutations over time.
- This is why differences in genetic makeup are observed between different tissues in the body as people get older.
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
- Somatic genetic variants also known as somatic mutations refer to alterations in the DNA sequence that occur specifically within the cells of an individual’s body (somatic cells), excluding the germ line cells (sperm and egg cells).
- Somatic genetic mutations occur after birth during development and are not inherited from parents.
Somatic Mutation Progression:
- The human genome consists of 23 pairs of chromosomes, inherited from each parent, forming the blueprint of our genetic identity.
- Following the fertilization of an egg cell by a sperm cell, the resultant single cell amalgamates genetic material from both parents.
- Through subsequent rounds of division, this initial cell proliferates extensively, ultimately generating the countless trillions of cells constituting the human body.
- During the process of DNA replication, the incorporation of errors is notably minimized by error-correcting proteins. Nevertheless, a minute error rate persists and occurs at different times, contributing to the emergence of somatic genetic mutations.
- As cells continue to renew and replace old ones throughout life, errors keep occurring, leading to the gradual accumulation of somatic mutations over time.
- This is why differences in genetic makeup are observed between different tissues in the body as people get older.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to ‘Aadhar Based Payment System (ABPS)’, consider the following statements
- ABPS is a unique payment system implemented by Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
- Only citizen of India having an Aadhaar number linked to a bank account – can utilize the Aadhar Enabled Payment Service (AePS) service.
Select the INCORRECT statement
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect The Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS) is a bank-led model developed by NPCI, which allows online transactions at Micro TM/Kiosk/mobile devices through the authorized Business Correspondent (BC) of any bank using Aadhaar authentication. This solution has been designed by NPCI to handle various kinds of service requests effectively by enabling an authentication gateway for all Aadhaar linked account holders.
Any resident of India having an Aadhaar number linked to a bank account – referred to as an Aadhaar Enabled Bank Account (AEBA) – can utilise the AePS service. Bank customers with an Aadhaar enabled bank account can use the AePS solution for banking transactions as listed below:
· Balance Enquiry
· Cash Withdrawal
· Cash Deposit
· Aadhaar to Aadhaar Fund Transfer
· Mini Statement
· Purchase
· Self-Help Group (SHG) Transaction
Context: MGNREGS deadline for mandatory Aadhaar-based wage payments extended till December 31
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Solution (c)
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect The Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS) is a bank-led model developed by NPCI, which allows online transactions at Micro TM/Kiosk/mobile devices through the authorized Business Correspondent (BC) of any bank using Aadhaar authentication. This solution has been designed by NPCI to handle various kinds of service requests effectively by enabling an authentication gateway for all Aadhaar linked account holders.
Any resident of India having an Aadhaar number linked to a bank account – referred to as an Aadhaar Enabled Bank Account (AEBA) – can utilise the AePS service. Bank customers with an Aadhaar enabled bank account can use the AePS solution for banking transactions as listed below:
· Balance Enquiry
· Cash Withdrawal
· Cash Deposit
· Aadhaar to Aadhaar Fund Transfer
· Mini Statement
· Purchase
· Self-Help Group (SHG) Transaction
Context: MGNREGS deadline for mandatory Aadhaar-based wage payments extended till December 31
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
‘GREAT Scheme’ which was recently in news is related to
Correct
Solution (b)
- Grant for Research and Entrepreneurship across Aspiring Innovators in Technical Textiles (GREAT) Scheme focuses on supporting individuals and companies to translate prototypes to technologies & products, including commercialization.
- Aim: To provide much-needed impetus for the development of the technical textiles startup ecosystem in India, especially in niche sub-segments such as bio-degradable and sustainable textiles, high-performance and specialty fibers, and smart textiles.
About National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM)
It was launched to increase the penetration level of technical textiles in India while leveraging the extraordinary growth rate of the sector.
The mission aims to position India as a global leader in Technical Textiles.
The mission will comprise the following four components:
- Research, Innovation and Development
- Promotion and Market Development
- Export Promotion
- Education, Training, Skill Development
Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Textiles
Implementation: It has been approved with an implementation period of four years starting from FY 2020-21 till FY 2023-24.
Context: Centre announces up to Rs 50 lakh grant for technical textiles startups under GREAT scheme
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Solution (b)
- Grant for Research and Entrepreneurship across Aspiring Innovators in Technical Textiles (GREAT) Scheme focuses on supporting individuals and companies to translate prototypes to technologies & products, including commercialization.
- Aim: To provide much-needed impetus for the development of the technical textiles startup ecosystem in India, especially in niche sub-segments such as bio-degradable and sustainable textiles, high-performance and specialty fibers, and smart textiles.
About National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM)
It was launched to increase the penetration level of technical textiles in India while leveraging the extraordinary growth rate of the sector.
The mission aims to position India as a global leader in Technical Textiles.
The mission will comprise the following four components:
- Research, Innovation and Development
- Promotion and Market Development
- Export Promotion
- Education, Training, Skill Development
Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Textiles
Implementation: It has been approved with an implementation period of four years starting from FY 2020-21 till FY 2023-24.
Context: Centre announces up to Rs 50 lakh grant for technical textiles startups under GREAT scheme
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Takahe Bird’
- It is one of the world’s rarest creatures native to Japan
- The birds has been formally declared extinct.
Select the correct statement(s)
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect It is hailed as one of the world’s rarest creatures native to New Zealand. They have been an intrinsic part of New Zealand’s ecosystem since the prehistoric Pleistocene era, as evidenced by fossil remains.
The birds had been formally declared extinct in 1898. It was rediscovered in 1948 in several remote valleys on New Zealand’s South Island, and their numbers have been steadily growing since then. Context: Prehistoric bird declared extinct decades ago makes return to the forests of New Zealand
Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect It is hailed as one of the world’s rarest creatures native to New Zealand. They have been an intrinsic part of New Zealand’s ecosystem since the prehistoric Pleistocene era, as evidenced by fossil remains.
The birds had been formally declared extinct in 1898. It was rediscovered in 1948 in several remote valleys on New Zealand’s South Island, and their numbers have been steadily growing since then. Context: Prehistoric bird declared extinct decades ago makes return to the forests of New Zealand
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