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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about Koodiyattom
- It is one of the oldest traditional theatre forms of Kerala.
- The characters of this theatre are Chakyaar, Naambiyaar and Naangyaar.
- It was recognized as a UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity in 2001.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · It is one of the oldest traditional theatre forms of Kerala and is based on Sanskrit theatre traditions. · The prefix “kuti” in Malayalam language primarily means “combined” or “together”, and “attam” means “acting”: therefore, the word “kutiyattam or Koodiyattam” means “combined acting.”
· The characters of this theatre form are: Chakyaar or actor, Naambiyaar, the instrumentalists and Naangyaar, those taking on women’s roles. · In its stylized and codified theatrical language, neta abhinaya (eye expression) and hasta abhinaya (the language of gestures) are prominent.
· Pakarnattam is an aspect of Kutiyattam that involves embodying and emoting male and female roles. Switching between the masculine and feminine and interpreting multiple roles at the same time is considered a challenging skill within the repertoire.
· Temple theatres called Kuttambalams are permanent theatre structures attached to some of the major temples of Kerala.
· A striking feature of Kutiyattam is that it treats single Acts from Sanskrit plays as full-fledged plays. It bases its performance not on the full text of a Sanskrit play, but on the individual acts from Sanskrit plays. · It was recognized as a UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity in 2001.
Context: Cholliyattom is an informal platform for the younger generation of Koodiyattom artists in Kerala following different styles to collaborate and to keep alive various Koodiyattom traditions and styles.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · It is one of the oldest traditional theatre forms of Kerala and is based on Sanskrit theatre traditions. · The prefix “kuti” in Malayalam language primarily means “combined” or “together”, and “attam” means “acting”: therefore, the word “kutiyattam or Koodiyattam” means “combined acting.”
· The characters of this theatre form are: Chakyaar or actor, Naambiyaar, the instrumentalists and Naangyaar, those taking on women’s roles. · In its stylized and codified theatrical language, neta abhinaya (eye expression) and hasta abhinaya (the language of gestures) are prominent.
· Pakarnattam is an aspect of Kutiyattam that involves embodying and emoting male and female roles. Switching between the masculine and feminine and interpreting multiple roles at the same time is considered a challenging skill within the repertoire.
· Temple theatres called Kuttambalams are permanent theatre structures attached to some of the major temples of Kerala.
· A striking feature of Kutiyattam is that it treats single Acts from Sanskrit plays as full-fledged plays. It bases its performance not on the full text of a Sanskrit play, but on the individual acts from Sanskrit plays. · It was recognized as a UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity in 2001.
Context: Cholliyattom is an informal platform for the younger generation of Koodiyattom artists in Kerala following different styles to collaborate and to keep alive various Koodiyattom traditions and styles.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about Goa Maritime Symposium 2024
- It was conceptualised and instituted by the Indian Navy in 2016.
- The symposium is conducted biennially by the Naval War College (NWC), Goa.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct Goa Maritime Symposium 2024: · It is a forum for fostering collaborative thinking, cooperation, and mutual understanding between India and key maritime nations of the Indian Ocean Region.
· Theme: The theme for the event is Common Maritime Security Challenges in the Indian Ocean Region: Progressing Lines of Efforts to Mitigate Dynamic Threats such as illegal and unregulated fishing and other illegal maritime activities.
· It will be participated by the representatives from 12 Indian Ocean Littoral countries – Bangladesh, Comoros, Indonesia, Madagascar, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Myanmar, Seychelles, Singapore, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Observers from Kenya and Tanzania
Goa Maritime Symposium (GMS)
· It was conceptualised and instituted by the Indian Navy in 2016.
· It is a forum for fostering collaborative thinking, cooperation and mutual understanding between India and key maritime nations of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
· The symposium is conducted biennially by the Naval War College (NWC), Goa.
Context: The Indian Navy is hosting the fifth edition of the Goa Maritime Symposium at Naval War College, Goa.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct Goa Maritime Symposium 2024: · It is a forum for fostering collaborative thinking, cooperation, and mutual understanding between India and key maritime nations of the Indian Ocean Region.
· Theme: The theme for the event is Common Maritime Security Challenges in the Indian Ocean Region: Progressing Lines of Efforts to Mitigate Dynamic Threats such as illegal and unregulated fishing and other illegal maritime activities.
· It will be participated by the representatives from 12 Indian Ocean Littoral countries – Bangladesh, Comoros, Indonesia, Madagascar, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Myanmar, Seychelles, Singapore, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Observers from Kenya and Tanzania
Goa Maritime Symposium (GMS)
· It was conceptualised and instituted by the Indian Navy in 2016.
· It is a forum for fostering collaborative thinking, cooperation and mutual understanding between India and key maritime nations of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
· The symposium is conducted biennially by the Naval War College (NWC), Goa.
Context: The Indian Navy is hosting the fifth edition of the Goa Maritime Symposium at Naval War College, Goa.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about Nanozymes
- Nanozymes are the nonmaterial-based artificial enzymes.
- They exhibit potential for emulating the catalytic functions inherent in enzymes.
- They can be metallic, metal oxide- based and carbon-based.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Nanozymes: · Nanozymes are the nonmaterial-based artificial enzymes which exhibit potential for emulating the catalytic functions inherent in enzymes.
· They may be metallic, metal oxide- based, carbon-based or of other types.
· They have many advantages over biological enzymes. It exhibits high activity and stability at different conditions of and temperatures and pH.
· Advantages: They offer various advantages over conventional enzymes because of high stability, low cost, durability, ease of mass production, controllability and better recovery rates.
· Applications: Nanozymes have been used as therapeutics against cancer, inflammatory diseases, neurodegenerative and neurological disorders, bacterial, fungal and viral infections, wounds and diseases associated with Reactive Oxygen Species.
What are Enzymes?
· These are proteins that help speed up metabolism, or the chemical reactions in our bodies. They build some substances and break others down.
· All living things have enzymes. Our bodies naturally produce enzymes. But enzymes are also in manufactured products and food.
Context: Researchers at the CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute (CSIR-CLRI) showed that nanozymes can ensure collagen’s integrity and enhance resistance to enzymatic degradation.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Nanozymes: · Nanozymes are the nonmaterial-based artificial enzymes which exhibit potential for emulating the catalytic functions inherent in enzymes.
· They may be metallic, metal oxide- based, carbon-based or of other types.
· They have many advantages over biological enzymes. It exhibits high activity and stability at different conditions of and temperatures and pH.
· Advantages: They offer various advantages over conventional enzymes because of high stability, low cost, durability, ease of mass production, controllability and better recovery rates.
· Applications: Nanozymes have been used as therapeutics against cancer, inflammatory diseases, neurodegenerative and neurological disorders, bacterial, fungal and viral infections, wounds and diseases associated with Reactive Oxygen Species.
What are Enzymes?
· These are proteins that help speed up metabolism, or the chemical reactions in our bodies. They build some substances and break others down.
· All living things have enzymes. Our bodies naturally produce enzymes. But enzymes are also in manufactured products and food.
Context: Researchers at the CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute (CSIR-CLRI) showed that nanozymes can ensure collagen’s integrity and enhance resistance to enzymatic degradation.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following landforms are the erosional landforms formed by glacier?
- Esker
- Kame
- Fjords
Choose the correct code:
Correct
Solution (b)
Option b Correct · There are many types of glacial depositional landforms, drumlins, erratics, moraines, outwash plain, esker, kettle and kame. · Fjords are a type of erosional landform created by glaciers.
Fjord:
· A fjord is a long, deep, narrow body of water that reaches far inland.
· Fjords are often set in a U-shaped valley with steep walls of rock on either side.
· Fjords are found mainly in Norway, Chile, New Zealand, Canada, Greenland, and the U.S. state of Alaska.
· Fjords commonly are deeper in their middle and upper reaches than at the seaward end
· Some features of fjords include coral reefs and rocky islands called skerries.
Context: A diesel fuel spill from a ship that sank recently spreads to the Greenland fjord.
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Solution (b)
Option b Correct · There are many types of glacial depositional landforms, drumlins, erratics, moraines, outwash plain, esker, kettle and kame. · Fjords are a type of erosional landform created by glaciers.
Fjord:
· A fjord is a long, deep, narrow body of water that reaches far inland.
· Fjords are often set in a U-shaped valley with steep walls of rock on either side.
· Fjords are found mainly in Norway, Chile, New Zealand, Canada, Greenland, and the U.S. state of Alaska.
· Fjords commonly are deeper in their middle and upper reaches than at the seaward end
· Some features of fjords include coral reefs and rocky islands called skerries.
Context: A diesel fuel spill from a ship that sank recently spreads to the Greenland fjord.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
“Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” Application, recently seen in news is an initiative of which of the following ministry?
Correct
Solution (d)
Option d Correct Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam Application · Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam Application combines environmental responsibility with a personal touch, allowing individuals to contribute towards a greener planet.
· Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam Application was recently launched by the Ministry of Communications.
· It is a unique platform where users can plant and dedicate a tree in honour of their mothers.
· This app not only allows users to contribute towards environmental sustainability but also provides a special way to celebrate their bond with their mother.
Context: It was in news.
Incorrect
Solution (d)
Option d Correct Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam Application · Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam Application combines environmental responsibility with a personal touch, allowing individuals to contribute towards a greener planet.
· Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam Application was recently launched by the Ministry of Communications.
· It is a unique platform where users can plant and dedicate a tree in honour of their mothers.
· This app not only allows users to contribute towards environmental sustainability but also provides a special way to celebrate their bond with their mother.
Context: It was in news.
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