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The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. The topics covered here are generally different from what is being covered under ‘Daily Current Affairs/Daily News Analysis (DNA) and Daily Static Quiz’ to avoid duplication. The questions would be published from Monday to Saturday before 2 PM. One should not spend more than 10 minutes on this initiative.
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Forever chemicals’
Statement 1 – These chemicals are generally useful in applications such as water-proofing, heat resistance, detergents, food packaging and non-stick technologies.
Statement 2 – Forever chemicals are scientifically known as per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct Forever chemicals are generally useful in applications such as water-proofing, heat resistance, detergents, food packaging and non-stick technologies. They are known to stay in the environment virtually forever and contribute to environmental degradation which adversely impacts the health of all organisms including human beings. Forever chemicals are scientifically known as per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Many PFAS such as PFOS and PFOA pose health and environmental concerns because they are persistent organic pollutants or “forever chemicals”; they have half-lives of up to over 8 years due to a carbon-fluorine bond, one of the strongest in organic chemistry. Context – American researchers have found a method to be able to trace the origin and the destination of forever chemicals.
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Solution (b)
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct Forever chemicals are generally useful in applications such as water-proofing, heat resistance, detergents, food packaging and non-stick technologies. They are known to stay in the environment virtually forever and contribute to environmental degradation which adversely impacts the health of all organisms including human beings. Forever chemicals are scientifically known as per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Many PFAS such as PFOS and PFOA pose health and environmental concerns because they are persistent organic pollutants or “forever chemicals”; they have half-lives of up to over 8 years due to a carbon-fluorine bond, one of the strongest in organic chemistry. Context – American researchers have found a method to be able to trace the origin and the destination of forever chemicals.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Geneva Conventions’
- They are international humanitarian laws formalized by United Nations that establish international legal standards for humanitarian treatment in war.
- They apply only in times of armed conflict and to governments who have ratified its terms.
- India is party to all the treaties and protocols under it
How many statement(s) mentioned above are correct
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Geneva Conventions are a set of four treaties which include more than 400 articles, setting out detailed rules for the treatment of prisoners, protecting hospitals and medical staff, allowing humanitarian aid and prohibiting torture, rape and sexual violence. It was formalised in 1949 by the United Nations. The Geneva Conventions are rules that apply only in times of armed conflict and seek to protect people who are not or are no longer taking part in hostilities. India ratified the Geneva Convention in 1950, becoming the 5th country in the World and the first country in the region to adopt and implement legislation for the 1949 Conventions. India also ratified Protocol III but is not a signatory to the Additional Protocols I and II. Context – August 12 marked 75 years since the adoption of the Geneva Conventions in 1949.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Geneva Conventions are a set of four treaties which include more than 400 articles, setting out detailed rules for the treatment of prisoners, protecting hospitals and medical staff, allowing humanitarian aid and prohibiting torture, rape and sexual violence. It was formalised in 1949 by the United Nations. The Geneva Conventions are rules that apply only in times of armed conflict and seek to protect people who are not or are no longer taking part in hostilities. India ratified the Geneva Convention in 1950, becoming the 5th country in the World and the first country in the region to adopt and implement legislation for the 1949 Conventions. India also ratified Protocol III but is not a signatory to the Additional Protocols I and II. Context – August 12 marked 75 years since the adoption of the Geneva Conventions in 1949.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Prerana Programme’
- It is a week-long residential program for selected students of class VI to XII
- It was launched by the Union Education Ministry
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Prerana is a week-long residential program for selected students of class IX to XII. A batch of 20 selected students (10 boys and 10 girls) attend the program every week from various parts of the country. Prerana program is running from a Vernacular School, established in 1888 in Vadnagar, Mehsana District, Gujarat Prerana Programme was launched in January 2024 by the Union Education Ministry. It is driven by a strong commitment to integrate principles of the Indian education system and the philosophy of value-based education which is a cornerstone of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Context – The Union Minister of Education interacted with students, teachers, parents of PM SHRI Schools and alumni of Prerana Programmes.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Prerana is a week-long residential program for selected students of class IX to XII. A batch of 20 selected students (10 boys and 10 girls) attend the program every week from various parts of the country. Prerana program is running from a Vernacular School, established in 1888 in Vadnagar, Mehsana District, Gujarat Prerana Programme was launched in January 2024 by the Union Education Ministry. It is driven by a strong commitment to integrate principles of the Indian education system and the philosophy of value-based education which is a cornerstone of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Context – The Union Minister of Education interacted with students, teachers, parents of PM SHRI Schools and alumni of Prerana Programmes.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
‘Californium’ a substance recently seen in news is a/an
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Solution (c)
Californium is a silvery-white synthetic radioactive metal with the atomic number 98 on the periodic table. The element is named after the American state of California and the university where it was discovered. It is not found naturally and is produced through nuclear reactions, specifically by bombarding curium with helium ions. It is known for its intense radioactivity and is considered both valuable and hazardous. Californium is a member of the actinide series in the periodic table.
Context – Bihar police have seized approximately 50 grams of californium, a highly radioactive element.
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Solution (c)
Californium is a silvery-white synthetic radioactive metal with the atomic number 98 on the periodic table. The element is named after the American state of California and the university where it was discovered. It is not found naturally and is produced through nuclear reactions, specifically by bombarding curium with helium ions. It is known for its intense radioactivity and is considered both valuable and hazardous. Californium is a member of the actinide series in the periodic table.
Context – Bihar police have seized approximately 50 grams of californium, a highly radioactive element.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to ‘National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS)’, consider the following statements
- It is a digital initiative that utilizes Artificial Intelligence (AI) to offer timely and precise pest management advisories
- The System is proposed for key pests of all horticultural crops grown in the country
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS) by Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare utilizes cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to offer timely and precise pest management advisories. The system comprises a user-friendly mobile app and a web portal, ensuring accessibility for all farmers. By leveraging real-time data and advanced analytics, NPSS enables accurate pest identification, monitoring, management. The System is proposed for key pests of selected crops i.e. Rice, Cotton, Maize, Mango and Chilies benefitting about 14 crore farmers in the country. The project is a collaborative Initiative by the Directorate of Plant Protection, Quarantine & Storage and ICAR-National Research Centre for Integrated Pest Management Context – An AI based National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS) was launched by the Union Government to help farmers
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS) by Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare utilizes cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to offer timely and precise pest management advisories. The system comprises a user-friendly mobile app and a web portal, ensuring accessibility for all farmers. By leveraging real-time data and advanced analytics, NPSS enables accurate pest identification, monitoring, management. The System is proposed for key pests of selected crops i.e. Rice, Cotton, Maize, Mango and Chilies benefitting about 14 crore farmers in the country. The project is a collaborative Initiative by the Directorate of Plant Protection, Quarantine & Storage and ICAR-National Research Centre for Integrated Pest Management Context – An AI based National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS) was launched by the Union Government to help farmers
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