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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about Global Stocktake
- It refers to a proposed five-yearly review of the impact of countries’ climate change actions.
- Under the Paris Agreement, every country must present a climate action plan in five-yearly cycles.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · It refers to a proposed five-yearly review of the impact of countries’ climate change actions. · It will assess whether the net result of the climate actions being taken was consistent with the goal of keeping the increase in global average temperature from pre-industrial times to within 2 degree Celsius.
· Under the Paris Agreement, every country must present a climate action plan in five-yearly cycles. · Under the Paris Agreement, the first global stocktake was to be happened in 2023.
· It will help the world determine whether it needs to do more — and how much more.
· It also recognises that money needs to be made available for Loss and Damage and energy transition in developing countries.
Context: Global efforts falling short of climate goals says UN report
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · It refers to a proposed five-yearly review of the impact of countries’ climate change actions. · It will assess whether the net result of the climate actions being taken was consistent with the goal of keeping the increase in global average temperature from pre-industrial times to within 2 degree Celsius.
· Under the Paris Agreement, every country must present a climate action plan in five-yearly cycles. · Under the Paris Agreement, the first global stocktake was to be happened in 2023.
· It will help the world determine whether it needs to do more — and how much more.
· It also recognises that money needs to be made available for Loss and Damage and energy transition in developing countries.
Context: Global efforts falling short of climate goals says UN report
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about Food Price Index
- It is a measure of the monthly change in international prices of a basket of food commodities.
- It is published by Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO)
- It consists of the average of five commodity group price indices weighted with the average export shares.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Option c Correct FAO Food Price Index · The Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) food price index is a measure of the monthly change in international prices of a basket of food commodities.
· It consists of the average of five commodity group price indices (cereal, vegetable, dairy, meat and sugar), weighted with the average export shares.
· Base year: 2014-16
Key facts about FAO
· It is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger and improve nutrition and food security.
· Its goal is to achieve food security for all and make sure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives.
· Head Quarter: Rome (Italy).
· Member countries: With 195 members – 194 countries and the European Union, FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide.
· Its sister bodies are the World Food Programme (WFP) and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
· Reports published by the FAO: The State of the World’s Forests (SOFO), The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture (SOFIA), The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets (SOCO), The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI)
Context: World food price index back at two-year low despite rice surge, Food and Agriculture Organization says
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Option c Correct FAO Food Price Index · The Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) food price index is a measure of the monthly change in international prices of a basket of food commodities.
· It consists of the average of five commodity group price indices (cereal, vegetable, dairy, meat and sugar), weighted with the average export shares.
· Base year: 2014-16
Key facts about FAO
· It is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger and improve nutrition and food security.
· Its goal is to achieve food security for all and make sure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives.
· Head Quarter: Rome (Italy).
· Member countries: With 195 members – 194 countries and the European Union, FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide.
· Its sister bodies are the World Food Programme (WFP) and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
· Reports published by the FAO: The State of the World’s Forests (SOFO), The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture (SOFIA), The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets (SOCO), The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI)
Context: World food price index back at two-year low despite rice surge, Food and Agriculture Organization says
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII)
- IT is an initiative of G7 to fund infrastructure projects across the world.
- The India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor is a project under PGII.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · The Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII) is a joint initiative of G7 to fund infrastructure projects across the world. · PGII is a developmental initiative aimed at narrowing the infrastructure gap in developing countries as well as help towards accelerating progress on SDGs globally.
· It has announced several projects in Indonesia, among other countries, on clean energy, telecommunications, etc.
· Its recent project is India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor. · India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)
· The IMEC is being envisioned as a network of transport corridors, including railway lines and sea lanes that is expected to aid economic growth through integration between Asia, the Arabian Gulf and Europe.
· The IMEC comprises of an Eastern Corridor connecting India to the Gulf region and a Northern Corridor connecting the Gulf region to Europe.
· It is seen as a counter to China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
Context: On the side lines of the G20 Summit in New Delhi, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed to create India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor which will be funded by PGII
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · The Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII) is a joint initiative of G7 to fund infrastructure projects across the world. · PGII is a developmental initiative aimed at narrowing the infrastructure gap in developing countries as well as help towards accelerating progress on SDGs globally.
· It has announced several projects in Indonesia, among other countries, on clean energy, telecommunications, etc.
· Its recent project is India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor. · India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)
· The IMEC is being envisioned as a network of transport corridors, including railway lines and sea lanes that is expected to aid economic growth through integration between Asia, the Arabian Gulf and Europe.
· The IMEC comprises of an Eastern Corridor connecting India to the Gulf region and a Northern Corridor connecting the Gulf region to Europe.
· It is seen as a counter to China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
Context: On the side lines of the G20 Summit in New Delhi, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed to create India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor which will be funded by PGII
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements
- Banglar mati, Banglar jol is a prayer written by Rabindranath Tagore in the context of Viceroy Lord Curzon’s partition of Bengal in 1905.
- It is the state anthem of West Bengal and national anthem of Bangladesh respectively.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · Banglar mati, Banglar jol is a prayer for Bengali unity and harmony which was written by Rabindranath Tagore in the context of Viceroy Lord Curzon’s partition of Bengal in 1905. · The song became an anthem for those fighting against Britain’s divide and rule policy during Bengal partition. · Banglar mati, Banglar jol is the state anthem of Bangladesh.
· Amar sonar Bangla (My golden Bengal) written by Rabindranath Tagore is the national anthem of Bangladesh.
Context: Recently the West Bengal Assembly passed a resolution making Poila Baishakh (April 15) as the statehood day and declaring Rabindranath Tagore’s Banglar mati, Banglar jol as the state anthem
Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · Banglar mati, Banglar jol is a prayer for Bengali unity and harmony which was written by Rabindranath Tagore in the context of Viceroy Lord Curzon’s partition of Bengal in 1905. · The song became an anthem for those fighting against Britain’s divide and rule policy during Bengal partition. · Banglar mati, Banglar jol is the state anthem of Bangladesh.
· Amar sonar Bangla (My golden Bengal) written by Rabindranath Tagore is the national anthem of Bangladesh.
Context: Recently the West Bengal Assembly passed a resolution making Poila Baishakh (April 15) as the statehood day and declaring Rabindranath Tagore’s Banglar mati, Banglar jol as the state anthem
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following statement about Konark Temple is not correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Option a Correct Konark Temple wheel: · The Konark wheel was built during the 13th century under the reign of King Narasimhadeva-I.
· The wheel with 24 spokes is also adapted into India’s national flag embodies India’s ancient wisdom, advanced civilisation, and architectural excellence.
· The rotating motion of the Konark Wheel symbolises time, Kalachakra as well as progress and continuous change.
· It serves as a powerful symbol of the wheel of democracy that reflects the resilience of democratic ideals, and commitment to progress in society.
Key facts about Konark Sun temple
· It is located on the eastern shores of the India.
· It is the culmination of Kalingan temple architecture, with all its defining elements in complete and perfect form
· It was built in 1250 CE by King Narasimhadeva I (r. 1238-1264 CE) of the Eastern Ganga dynasty.
· The temple in its present state was declared by UNESCO a World Heritage Site in 1984.
· The word ‘Konark’ is a combination of two Sanskrit words kona (corner or angle) and arka (the sun).
· It thus implies that the main deity was the sun god, and the temple was built in an angular format.
· The temple follows the Kalinga or Orissa style of architecture, which is a subset of the nagara style of Hindu temple architecture.
Context: Konark Wheel replica serves as the backdrop of PM Modi’s welcome handshake with G20 leaders.
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Option a Correct Konark Temple wheel: · The Konark wheel was built during the 13th century under the reign of King Narasimhadeva-I.
· The wheel with 24 spokes is also adapted into India’s national flag embodies India’s ancient wisdom, advanced civilisation, and architectural excellence.
· The rotating motion of the Konark Wheel symbolises time, Kalachakra as well as progress and continuous change.
· It serves as a powerful symbol of the wheel of democracy that reflects the resilience of democratic ideals, and commitment to progress in society.
Key facts about Konark Sun temple
· It is located on the eastern shores of the India.
· It is the culmination of Kalingan temple architecture, with all its defining elements in complete and perfect form
· It was built in 1250 CE by King Narasimhadeva I (r. 1238-1264 CE) of the Eastern Ganga dynasty.
· The temple in its present state was declared by UNESCO a World Heritage Site in 1984.
· The word ‘Konark’ is a combination of two Sanskrit words kona (corner or angle) and arka (the sun).
· It thus implies that the main deity was the sun god, and the temple was built in an angular format.
· The temple follows the Kalinga or Orissa style of architecture, which is a subset of the nagara style of Hindu temple architecture.
Context: Konark Wheel replica serves as the backdrop of PM Modi’s welcome handshake with G20 leaders.
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