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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following with respect to ‘Qatar’
- Qatar is a peninsular country entirely surrounded by the Persian Gulf.
- It shares land borders with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
- The major export of Qatar is natural gas, making it a key player in the global energy market.
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
1. Qatar is a peninsular country entirely surrounded by the Persian Gulf. This statement accurately describes Qatar’s geographical location. It is a peninsula jutting out into the Persian Gulf with no other bodies of water bordering it. 2. It shares land borders with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). While Qatar is surrounded by water, it does have two land borders – one with Saudi Arabia to the south and a smaller one with the UAE to the northeast.
3. The major export of Qatar is natural gas, making it a key player in the global energy market.
Context: Indians who faced death row in Qatar return home.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
1. Qatar is a peninsular country entirely surrounded by the Persian Gulf. This statement accurately describes Qatar’s geographical location. It is a peninsula jutting out into the Persian Gulf with no other bodies of water bordering it. 2. It shares land borders with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). While Qatar is surrounded by water, it does have two land borders – one with Saudi Arabia to the south and a smaller one with the UAE to the northeast.
3. The major export of Qatar is natural gas, making it a key player in the global energy market.
Context: Indians who faced death row in Qatar return home.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following scheme(s)/initiative(s)
- SWATI Portal.
- KIRAN.
- BioCARe Program.
- Vigyan Jyoti program
How many scheme(s)/initiative(s) are related to counter Gender Disparity in Science?
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Correct Correct Correct Correct Science for Women-A Technology & Innovation (SWATI)” Portal is aimed at creating a single online portal representing Indian Women and Girls in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics & Medicine). The database of SWATI Portal will serve in policy making to address the challenges of Gender-gap.
The Portal is a complete interactive database; and the first-of-its-kind in India which is developed, hosted and maintained by the National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR)
KIRAN (Knowledge Involvement in Research Advancement through Nurturing) Scheme: Launched by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), KIRAN aims to provide various career opportunities to women scientists and technologists, including fellowships, grants, and training programs. Biotechnology Career Advancement and Re-orientation (BioCARe) Program: Under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), this program aims to support women scientists by providing career development opportunities, mentoring, and financial assistance for research projects. Vigyan Jyoti program aims to provide exposure and mentorship to girls in STEM. Context: The Government has launched the SWATI Portal on the occasion of the International Day for Girls and Women in Science.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Correct Correct Correct Correct Science for Women-A Technology & Innovation (SWATI)” Portal is aimed at creating a single online portal representing Indian Women and Girls in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics & Medicine). The database of SWATI Portal will serve in policy making to address the challenges of Gender-gap.
The Portal is a complete interactive database; and the first-of-its-kind in India which is developed, hosted and maintained by the National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR)
KIRAN (Knowledge Involvement in Research Advancement through Nurturing) Scheme: Launched by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), KIRAN aims to provide various career opportunities to women scientists and technologists, including fellowships, grants, and training programs. Biotechnology Career Advancement and Re-orientation (BioCARe) Program: Under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), this program aims to support women scientists by providing career development opportunities, mentoring, and financial assistance for research projects. Vigyan Jyoti program aims to provide exposure and mentorship to girls in STEM. Context: The Government has launched the SWATI Portal on the occasion of the International Day for Girls and Women in Science.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to ‘‘‘‘Greening and Restoration of Wasteland with Agroforestry (GROW)’ report and portal’’ consider the following statements
- It is an initiative of Ministry of Environment.
- An Agroforestry Suitability Index (ASI) developed for national-level prioritisation is part of this programme.
Select the INCORRECT statement(s)
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Solution (a)
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct It is a multi-institutional effort led by NITI Aayog, which utilised remote sensing and GIS to assess agroforestry suitability across all districts in India. It provides state-wise and district-wise analysis, supporting government departments and industries for greening and restoration projects.
It underscores the potential benefits of converting underutilised areas, especially wastelands, for agroforestry.
An Agroforestry Suitability Index (ASI) was developed for national-level prioritisation. The GROW-Suitability Mapping portal Bhuvan allows universal access to state and district-level data.
Integrated Wasteland Development Programme (IWDP): It aims to develop wastelands mainly in non-forest areas by involving local people at every stage of development.
The programme focuses on improving the productivity of waste & degraded lands.
Context: Recently, the NITI Aayog unveiled the ‘Greening and Restoration of Wasteland with Agroforestry (GROW)’ report and portal, aiming to bolster efforts in environmental conservation and sustainable land use across India..
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Solution (a)
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct It is a multi-institutional effort led by NITI Aayog, which utilised remote sensing and GIS to assess agroforestry suitability across all districts in India. It provides state-wise and district-wise analysis, supporting government departments and industries for greening and restoration projects.
It underscores the potential benefits of converting underutilised areas, especially wastelands, for agroforestry.
An Agroforestry Suitability Index (ASI) was developed for national-level prioritisation. The GROW-Suitability Mapping portal Bhuvan allows universal access to state and district-level data.
Integrated Wasteland Development Programme (IWDP): It aims to develop wastelands mainly in non-forest areas by involving local people at every stage of development.
The programme focuses on improving the productivity of waste & degraded lands.
Context: Recently, the NITI Aayog unveiled the ‘Greening and Restoration of Wasteland with Agroforestry (GROW)’ report and portal, aiming to bolster efforts in environmental conservation and sustainable land use across India..
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
‘Weimar Triangle’ which was recently in news is include
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Solution (a)
About Weimar Triangle
- The “Weimar Triangle” is a regional alliance of France, Germany, and Poland created in 1991 in the German city of Weimar.
- The group is intended to promote cooperation between the three countries in cross-border and European issues.
- It also aimed at assisting Poland’s emergence from Communist rule.
- France, Germany and Poland would unveil a new cooperation agreement to combat foreign disinformation operations.
- The ministers discussed creating a joint mechanism to detect and respond to potential Russian internet attacks.
Context: The Foreign Ministers of Poland, France and Germany have discussed reviving the Weimar Triangle in a meeting in Paris.
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Solution (a)
About Weimar Triangle
- The “Weimar Triangle” is a regional alliance of France, Germany, and Poland created in 1991 in the German city of Weimar.
- The group is intended to promote cooperation between the three countries in cross-border and European issues.
- It also aimed at assisting Poland’s emergence from Communist rule.
- France, Germany and Poland would unveil a new cooperation agreement to combat foreign disinformation operations.
- The ministers discussed creating a joint mechanism to detect and respond to potential Russian internet attacks.
Context: The Foreign Ministers of Poland, France and Germany have discussed reviving the Weimar Triangle in a meeting in Paris.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to ‘Alaska pox’ consider the following statements
- It is an orthopox virus that was first discovered in Alaska, USA, in 2015.
- It is a single-stranded DNA virus belonging to the same genus (Orthopoxvirus) as smallpox, monkey pox, and cowpox.
- Symptoms of Alaska pox have included one or more skin lesions (bumps or pustules) and other symptoms like swollen lymph nodes and joint and/or muscle pain.
How many statement(s) given above are correct
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct Alaska pox was first identified in 2015 in a woman from Fairbanks, Alaska, presenting with skin lesions It is a double-stranded DNA virus belonging to the same genus (Orthopoxvirus) as smallpox, monkey pox, and cowpox. Orthopoxvirus are zoonotic viruses that can infect various mammals, including humans.
Current evidence indicates that the Alaska pox virus primarily occurs in small mammals. The virus has been most commonly identified in red-backed voles and shrews.
Signs and Symptoms: Symptoms of Alaska pox have included one or more skin lesions (bumps or pustules) and other symptoms like swollen lymph nodes and joint and/or muscle pain.
Nearly all patients had mild illnesses that resolved on their own after a few weeks.
Immune compromised people might be at increased risk for more severe illness.
Can people with Alaska pox infect other people?
While human-to-human transmission of Alaska pox has not yet been observed, some orthopoxviruses can spread by direct contact with lesions (particularly broken skin contact with lesion secretions).
Context: An elderly man from Alaska recently became the first person to die after contracting Alaska pox.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct Alaska pox was first identified in 2015 in a woman from Fairbanks, Alaska, presenting with skin lesions It is a double-stranded DNA virus belonging to the same genus (Orthopoxvirus) as smallpox, monkey pox, and cowpox. Orthopoxvirus are zoonotic viruses that can infect various mammals, including humans.
Current evidence indicates that the Alaska pox virus primarily occurs in small mammals. The virus has been most commonly identified in red-backed voles and shrews.
Signs and Symptoms: Symptoms of Alaska pox have included one or more skin lesions (bumps or pustules) and other symptoms like swollen lymph nodes and joint and/or muscle pain.
Nearly all patients had mild illnesses that resolved on their own after a few weeks.
Immune compromised people might be at increased risk for more severe illness.
Can people with Alaska pox infect other people?
While human-to-human transmission of Alaska pox has not yet been observed, some orthopoxviruses can spread by direct contact with lesions (particularly broken skin contact with lesion secretions).
Context: An elderly man from Alaska recently became the first person to die after contracting Alaska pox.
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