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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about Lakhpati Didi Initiative
- It aimed at training women in self-help groups (SHGs) to earn sustainable income of at least Rs 1 lakh per annum per household.
- The programme is implemented by Ministry of Women and Child Development.
- After completing the training, the group will be provided with a credit of Rs. 20 lakh to start micro-enterprises within their villages.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect · It was announced by the Prime Minister in his Independence Day speech on August 15, 2023. · Objective: To encourage women to start micro-enterprises within their villages.
· Under the Lakhpati Didi Initiative, the government aims to train two crore women.
· The programme is aimed at training women in self-help groups (SHGs) so that they can earn a sustainable income of at least Rs 1 lakh per annum per household.
· The initiative has been initiated by DAY-NRLM, wherein each SHG household is encouraged to take up multiple livelihood activities coupled with value chain interventions, resulting in a sustainable income of Rs 1 lakh or more per year. · The ministry of rural development is adopting a whole-of-government approach for maximum impact through convergence to transform the rural economy with the enabling of ‘Lakhpati Didis’.
· Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) is a flagship poverty alleviation program implemented by the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India.
· Under this scheme, women will be trained in various skills, such as plumbing, LED bulb making, drone operation and repair, and tailoring and weaving. · After completing the training, women will be provided with opportunities to earn income using their skills.
· There is no monetary assistance provided.
Context: Prime Minister recently chaired a high-level meeting to review the progress made in realising his dream of making 2 crore ‘Lakhpati Didis’ in India.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect · It was announced by the Prime Minister in his Independence Day speech on August 15, 2023. · Objective: To encourage women to start micro-enterprises within their villages.
· Under the Lakhpati Didi Initiative, the government aims to train two crore women.
· The programme is aimed at training women in self-help groups (SHGs) so that they can earn a sustainable income of at least Rs 1 lakh per annum per household.
· The initiative has been initiated by DAY-NRLM, wherein each SHG household is encouraged to take up multiple livelihood activities coupled with value chain interventions, resulting in a sustainable income of Rs 1 lakh or more per year. · The ministry of rural development is adopting a whole-of-government approach for maximum impact through convergence to transform the rural economy with the enabling of ‘Lakhpati Didis’.
· Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) is a flagship poverty alleviation program implemented by the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India.
· Under this scheme, women will be trained in various skills, such as plumbing, LED bulb making, drone operation and repair, and tailoring and weaving. · After completing the training, women will be provided with opportunities to earn income using their skills.
· There is no monetary assistance provided.
Context: Prime Minister recently chaired a high-level meeting to review the progress made in realising his dream of making 2 crore ‘Lakhpati Didis’ in India.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about Indian Ocean Rim Association
- It was established in 1987 as an intergovernmental organisation of States on the rim of the Indian Ocean.
- India, Myanmar, Iran and South Africa are members of the IORM.
- Its apex body is the Council of Foreign Ministers (COM) which meets biennially.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Incorrect · It was established in 1997 as an intergovernmental organisation of States on the rim of the Indian Ocean. · IORA has identified six priority areas namely: Trade and Investment, Maritime Safety and Security, Fisheries Management, Disaster Risk Management and Blue Economy.
Member countries: · It has members from Africa, West Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe and Oceania.
· The Association’s membership has expanded to 23 member states and 11 dialogue partners.
· Asia: India, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Maldives, Oman, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, United Arab Emirates and Yemen.
· Africa: Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique, Somalia, South Africa, Tanzania, Comoros, Mauritius, Seychelles.
· Oceania: Australia.
· Europe: France
· Its apex body is the Council of Foreign Ministers (COM) which meets annually. · The secretariat is based in Ebène Mauritius and is overseen by a secretary-general who is appointed for a three-year period.
Context: Sri Lanka set to take over chairmanship of Indian Ocean Rim Association during 23rd Council of Ministers’ Meeting.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Incorrect · It was established in 1997 as an intergovernmental organisation of States on the rim of the Indian Ocean. · IORA has identified six priority areas namely: Trade and Investment, Maritime Safety and Security, Fisheries Management, Disaster Risk Management and Blue Economy.
Member countries: · It has members from Africa, West Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe and Oceania.
· The Association’s membership has expanded to 23 member states and 11 dialogue partners.
· Asia: India, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Maldives, Oman, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, United Arab Emirates and Yemen.
· Africa: Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique, Somalia, South Africa, Tanzania, Comoros, Mauritius, Seychelles.
· Oceania: Australia.
· Europe: France
· Its apex body is the Council of Foreign Ministers (COM) which meets annually. · The secretariat is based in Ebène Mauritius and is overseen by a secretary-general who is appointed for a three-year period.
Context: Sri Lanka set to take over chairmanship of Indian Ocean Rim Association during 23rd Council of Ministers’ Meeting.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about Baiga Tribe
- The Baiga Tribe is one of the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) of Chhattisgarh.
- They practice a form of shifting cultivation called, “Bewar.”
Choose the incorrect statement(s)
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · The Baiga Tribe is one of the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). · They reside in Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.
· Mahua is an important aspect of Baiga’s food and drink. It is an intoxicant prepared from the fermentation and distillation of the flowers of the Mahua tree.
· Occupation: Traditionally, the Baiga lived a semi-nomadic life and practised slash-and-burn cultivation. Now, they are mainly dependent on minor forest produce for their livelihood. · They practice a form of shifting cultivation called, “Bewar.”
· Tattooing is an integral part of Baiga culture, every age and body part has a specific tattoo reserved for the occasion.
Context: Recently, the Baiga Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) became the second to get habitat rights in the state of Chhattisgarh.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · The Baiga Tribe is one of the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). · They reside in Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.
· Mahua is an important aspect of Baiga’s food and drink. It is an intoxicant prepared from the fermentation and distillation of the flowers of the Mahua tree.
· Occupation: Traditionally, the Baiga lived a semi-nomadic life and practised slash-and-burn cultivation. Now, they are mainly dependent on minor forest produce for their livelihood. · They practice a form of shifting cultivation called, “Bewar.”
· Tattooing is an integral part of Baiga culture, every age and body part has a specific tattoo reserved for the occasion.
Context: Recently, the Baiga Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) became the second to get habitat rights in the state of Chhattisgarh.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about Multimodal Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- It refers to the integration of multiple modes of information or sensory data to facilitate human-like reasoning and decision-making.
- Gemini is a multimodal large language model being developed by OpenAI.
Choose the correct statement(s)
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect · The multimodal model artificial intelligence refers to the integration of multiple modes of information or sensory data to facilitate human-like reasoning and decision-making. · It revolutionizes the way AI systems process and interpret information by seamlessly integrating various sensory modalities.
· Multimodal systems allows users to engage with AI in several ways.
· Unlike conventional Al models, which focus on a single data type, multimodal Al systems have the capability to simultaneously comprehend and utilize data from diverse sources such as text, images, audio, and video.
· It is the next frontier of AI models. · Gemini is multimodal large language model being developed by the google.
· Gobi is multimodal AI being developed by the OpenAI.
Context: It was in news.
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect · The multimodal model artificial intelligence refers to the integration of multiple modes of information or sensory data to facilitate human-like reasoning and decision-making. · It revolutionizes the way AI systems process and interpret information by seamlessly integrating various sensory modalities.
· Multimodal systems allows users to engage with AI in several ways.
· Unlike conventional Al models, which focus on a single data type, multimodal Al systems have the capability to simultaneously comprehend and utilize data from diverse sources such as text, images, audio, and video.
· It is the next frontier of AI models. · Gemini is multimodal large language model being developed by the google.
· Gobi is multimodal AI being developed by the OpenAI.
Context: It was in news.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Red-rumped Hawklet, a new dragonfly species has been discovered in whcih of the following region?
Correct
Solution (a)
Option a Correct Red-rumped Hawklet · Scientific name – Epithemis wayanadensis
· It is named to mark the lush and biodiverse Wayanad plateau in the Western Ghats.
· Habitat – Shaded streamside marsh near Wayanad’s forested terrain and parts of the Nilgiri Coorg landscapes
Features
· Darker pigmentation
· A restricted red coloration on the abdomen
· Absence of the yellow ante humeral stripe
· Growing conditions – It is profoundly seasonal which is observed in during the month of October in skies.
· It spends the remainder of the year in the aquatic larval stage.
· It bore a striking resemblance to Ruby-tailed Hawklet.
· Significance– A 2% genetic variance indicates the presence of a new species. In this case, an astonishing 12% genetic difference was observed.
· This marks the 1st instance of an Indian dragonfly being documented with genetic evidence substantiating morphological distinctions.
Context: A new dragonfly species has been discovered in the verdant landscapes of Wayanad.
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Option a Correct Red-rumped Hawklet · Scientific name – Epithemis wayanadensis
· It is named to mark the lush and biodiverse Wayanad plateau in the Western Ghats.
· Habitat – Shaded streamside marsh near Wayanad’s forested terrain and parts of the Nilgiri Coorg landscapes
Features
· Darker pigmentation
· A restricted red coloration on the abdomen
· Absence of the yellow ante humeral stripe
· Growing conditions – It is profoundly seasonal which is observed in during the month of October in skies.
· It spends the remainder of the year in the aquatic larval stage.
· It bore a striking resemblance to Ruby-tailed Hawklet.
· Significance– A 2% genetic variance indicates the presence of a new species. In this case, an astonishing 12% genetic difference was observed.
· This marks the 1st instance of an Indian dragonfly being documented with genetic evidence substantiating morphological distinctions.
Context: A new dragonfly species has been discovered in the verdant landscapes of Wayanad.
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