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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about RudraM-II Missile
- It is an indigenously-developed Liquid-propelled air-launched missile system.
- It is an Air-to-Surface new-generation anti-radiation missile.
Choose the correct statements:
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct · It is an indigenously-developed solid-propelled air-launched missile system. · It is designed to have a strike range of almost 350-km, from a Sukhoi-30MKI fighter of the IAF.
· It involves a number of state-of-the-art indigenous technologies developed by various DRDO laboratories that have been incorporated in the missile system.
· It is meant for Air-to-Surface role to neutralise many types of enemy assets. RudraM series missiles
· These are being developed by the DRDO as new-generation anti-radiation missiles (NGARMs) for destroying a variety of enemy surveillance, communication, radars, and command and control centers on the ground.
· The 150-km range RudraM-I missile, with INS-GPS navigation with a passive homing head for the final attack, was first tested in Oct 2020.
· The missiles are meant for suppression of enemy air defences (SEAD) from long stand-off ranges, which in turn will enable IAF strike aircraft to carry out bombing missions without hindrance.
Context: Recently, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully flight-tested the RudraM-II from Su-30 MK-I platform of the Indian Air Force (IAF) off the coast of Odisha.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct · It is an indigenously-developed solid-propelled air-launched missile system. · It is designed to have a strike range of almost 350-km, from a Sukhoi-30MKI fighter of the IAF.
· It involves a number of state-of-the-art indigenous technologies developed by various DRDO laboratories that have been incorporated in the missile system.
· It is meant for Air-to-Surface role to neutralise many types of enemy assets. RudraM series missiles
· These are being developed by the DRDO as new-generation anti-radiation missiles (NGARMs) for destroying a variety of enemy surveillance, communication, radars, and command and control centers on the ground.
· The 150-km range RudraM-I missile, with INS-GPS navigation with a passive homing head for the final attack, was first tested in Oct 2020.
· The missiles are meant for suppression of enemy air defences (SEAD) from long stand-off ranges, which in turn will enable IAF strike aircraft to carry out bombing missions without hindrance.
Context: Recently, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully flight-tested the RudraM-II from Su-30 MK-I platform of the Indian Air Force (IAF) off the coast of Odisha.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about PREFIRE Mission
- The mission measures variations in Far InfraRed (FIR) emissivity and greenhouse effect via thermal radiometric sampling at the top of the polar atmosphere.
- It is an initiative of National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), in collaboration with IIT-Madras
- It makes the first full spectral measurements of Far InfraRed (FIR) radiation, revealing the full spectrum of Arctic radiant energy.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct · PREFIRE measures variations in Far-InfraRed (FIR) emissivity and greenhouse effect via thermal radiometric sampling at the top of the polar atmosphere. · Each of the PREFIRE satellites is a 6U CubeSat and is equipped with a thermal infrared spectrometer, known as Thermal Infrared Spectrometer (TIRS).
· Two 6U CubeSat spacecraft in two different 525 km altitude, near-polar sun-synchronous (97.5° inclination) orbits are part of the mission.
· CubeSats are essentially miniature satellites whose basic design is a 10 cm x 10 cm x 10 cm (which makes up for “one unit” or “1U”) cube, just a little bigger than a Rubik’s cube.
· Two spacecraft in near-polar orbits sample Arctic and Antarctic surfaces and clouds, providing multiple observations of those regions each day.
· It is an initiative of National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), in collaboration with University of Wisconsin–Madison, USA. · These measurements are integrated with models to understand the role of FIR radiation in Arctic climate. · The emissivity of the surface of a material is its effectiveness in emitting energy as thermal radiation.
· The mission designed for a pair of tiny satellites to measure a little studied portion of the radiant energy emitted by Earth, for clues about sea ice loss, ice-sheet melting, and a warming Arctic.
Context: The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has recently launched one of the two climate satellites under the PREFIRE Mission.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct · PREFIRE measures variations in Far-InfraRed (FIR) emissivity and greenhouse effect via thermal radiometric sampling at the top of the polar atmosphere. · Each of the PREFIRE satellites is a 6U CubeSat and is equipped with a thermal infrared spectrometer, known as Thermal Infrared Spectrometer (TIRS).
· Two 6U CubeSat spacecraft in two different 525 km altitude, near-polar sun-synchronous (97.5° inclination) orbits are part of the mission.
· CubeSats are essentially miniature satellites whose basic design is a 10 cm x 10 cm x 10 cm (which makes up for “one unit” or “1U”) cube, just a little bigger than a Rubik’s cube.
· Two spacecraft in near-polar orbits sample Arctic and Antarctic surfaces and clouds, providing multiple observations of those regions each day.
· It is an initiative of National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), in collaboration with University of Wisconsin–Madison, USA. · These measurements are integrated with models to understand the role of FIR radiation in Arctic climate. · The emissivity of the surface of a material is its effectiveness in emitting energy as thermal radiation.
· The mission designed for a pair of tiny satellites to measure a little studied portion of the radiant energy emitted by Earth, for clues about sea ice loss, ice-sheet melting, and a warming Arctic.
Context: The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has recently launched one of the two climate satellites under the PREFIRE Mission.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about Pravaah Portal
- It provides retail investors with a seamless and convenient way to transact in government securities on their smartphones.
- It is an initiative of Reserve Bank of India.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct · Pravaah Portal – It is a centralised, secure web-based platform that enables individuals or entities to apply online for regulatory approvals, licences, and authorisations from the RBI. · The portal covers 60 application forms across different regulatory and supervisory departments of the RBI.
· It allows applicants to track the status of their applications and receive decisions in a timely manner.
· Retail Direct mobile App – It provides retail investors with a seamless and convenient way to transact in government securities (G-Secs) on their smartphones.
· It is an initiative of Reserve Bank of India. Key features
· Submit applications online directly through the portal.
· Track and monitor the status of your application or reference.
· Respond to any clarifications or queries raised by the RBI regarding your application or reference.
· Receive decisions from the Reserve Bank within a specified timeframe.
Context: Reserve Bank of India recently unveiled Pravaah portal, Retail Direct Mobile App and FinTech Repository.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct · Pravaah Portal – It is a centralised, secure web-based platform that enables individuals or entities to apply online for regulatory approvals, licences, and authorisations from the RBI. · The portal covers 60 application forms across different regulatory and supervisory departments of the RBI.
· It allows applicants to track the status of their applications and receive decisions in a timely manner.
· Retail Direct mobile App – It provides retail investors with a seamless and convenient way to transact in government securities (G-Secs) on their smartphones.
· It is an initiative of Reserve Bank of India. Key features
· Submit applications online directly through the portal.
· Track and monitor the status of your application or reference.
· Respond to any clarifications or queries raised by the RBI regarding your application or reference.
· Receive decisions from the Reserve Bank within a specified timeframe.
Context: Reserve Bank of India recently unveiled Pravaah portal, Retail Direct Mobile App and FinTech Repository.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs)
- It is collective Investment Scheme, which enables direct investment from individual in infrastructure projects.
- InvITs can invest in both operational and under-construction infrastructure projects.
- They are regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · An Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvITs) is Collective Investment Scheme, which enables direct investment of money from individual and institutional investors in infrastructure projects. · It is similar to a mutual fund, where the investor can earn a small portion of the income as return.
· They are regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
· InvITs can invest in both operational and under-construction infrastructure projects.
· As per SEBI’s new framework, privately placed InvITs can issue subordinate units to sponsors as part of asset acquisition consideration.
· Subordinate Units – Subordinate units of InvITs can be issued only to the sponsor, its associates, and the sponsor group upon acquiring an infrastructure project.
· InvITs with outstanding subordinate units cannot raise funds through public issues.
· The total number of outstanding subordinate units at any time must not exceed 10% of the total number of outstanding ordinary units of the InvIT.
· Subordinate units will not have any voting or distribution rights, unlike ordinary units.
· It can be reclassified into ordinary units after meeting specific performance benchmarks.
· A minimum of three years must pass before subordinate units can be reclassified.
· Monitoring and Reporting – Investment managers are required to monitor the progress of achieving performance benchmarks related to the subordinate units.
· They must report this progress annually in the financial statements of the InvIT.
Context: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has recently introduced a framework for the issuance of subordinate units by privately placed Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs).
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · An Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvITs) is Collective Investment Scheme, which enables direct investment of money from individual and institutional investors in infrastructure projects. · It is similar to a mutual fund, where the investor can earn a small portion of the income as return.
· They are regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
· InvITs can invest in both operational and under-construction infrastructure projects.
· As per SEBI’s new framework, privately placed InvITs can issue subordinate units to sponsors as part of asset acquisition consideration.
· Subordinate Units – Subordinate units of InvITs can be issued only to the sponsor, its associates, and the sponsor group upon acquiring an infrastructure project.
· InvITs with outstanding subordinate units cannot raise funds through public issues.
· The total number of outstanding subordinate units at any time must not exceed 10% of the total number of outstanding ordinary units of the InvIT.
· Subordinate units will not have any voting or distribution rights, unlike ordinary units.
· It can be reclassified into ordinary units after meeting specific performance benchmarks.
· A minimum of three years must pass before subordinate units can be reclassified.
· Monitoring and Reporting – Investment managers are required to monitor the progress of achieving performance benchmarks related to the subordinate units.
· They must report this progress annually in the financial statements of the InvIT.
Context: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has recently introduced a framework for the issuance of subordinate units by privately placed Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs).
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
PRAGATI-2024, an intiative recently seen in news was launched by which of the organization?
Correct
Solution (a)
Option a Correct PRAGATI-2024: · Pharma Research in AyurGyan And Techno Innovation (PRAGATI) aims to explore research opportunities and foster collaboration between CCRAS and the Ayurveda drug industry.
Key facts about Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences
· It is an autonomous body under the Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India.
· It is an apex body in India for undertaking, coordinating, formulating, developing, and promoting research on scientific lines in Ayurvedic sciences.
· The research activities of the Council include Medicinal Plant Research (Medico-Ethno Botanical Survey, Pharmacognosy, and Tissue Culture), Drug Standardization, Pharmacological Research, Clinical Research, Literary Research & Documentation and Tribal Health Care Research Programme.
· It also does formulation, coordination, development and promotion of research on scientific lines in Ayurveda and Sowa-Rigpa systems of medicine.
· Headquarter: New Delhi
Context: The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), an autonomous body under the Union Ministry of Ayush, launced “PRAGATI- 2024”.
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Solution (a)
Option a Correct PRAGATI-2024: · Pharma Research in AyurGyan And Techno Innovation (PRAGATI) aims to explore research opportunities and foster collaboration between CCRAS and the Ayurveda drug industry.
Key facts about Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences
· It is an autonomous body under the Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India.
· It is an apex body in India for undertaking, coordinating, formulating, developing, and promoting research on scientific lines in Ayurvedic sciences.
· The research activities of the Council include Medicinal Plant Research (Medico-Ethno Botanical Survey, Pharmacognosy, and Tissue Culture), Drug Standardization, Pharmacological Research, Clinical Research, Literary Research & Documentation and Tribal Health Care Research Programme.
· It also does formulation, coordination, development and promotion of research on scientific lines in Ayurveda and Sowa-Rigpa systems of medicine.
· Headquarter: New Delhi
Context: The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), an autonomous body under the Union Ministry of Ayush, launced “PRAGATI- 2024”.
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