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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 about SCALP Missile, which was in news recently:
- It is a long-range, air-launched cruise missile.
- It is also known as Storm Shadow.
- It is developed by US and Australia together.
How many of the above statements are correct?
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- The SCALP missile is a long-range, air-launched cruise missile. It is also known as Storm Shadow. Its full form is Système de Croisière Autonome à Longue Portée. The missile has a tandem warhead configuration, comprising a shaped charge for initial penetration and a secondary high-explosive charge for enhanced lethality. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
- It was developed together by France and the United Kingdom. It is in service with multiple NATO and allied air forces. The missile has a launch weight of around 1,300 kg and a length of approximately 5.10 m. It is powered by turbojet engines and has a range of 250 km. Hence, statement 3 is not correct.
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- The SCALP missile is a long-range, air-launched cruise missile. It is also known as Storm Shadow. Its full form is Système de Croisière Autonome à Longue Portée. The missile has a tandem warhead configuration, comprising a shaped charge for initial penetration and a secondary high-explosive charge for enhanced lethality. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
- It was developed together by France and the United Kingdom. It is in service with multiple NATO and allied air forces. The missile has a launch weight of around 1,300 kg and a length of approximately 5.10 m. It is powered by turbojet engines and has a range of 250 km. Hence, statement 3 is not correct.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about Kimberley Process, which was in news recently:
- It is a coalition of governments, civil society and the diamond industry, which regulates the international trade in rough diamonds.
- It meets twice a year at the Intersessional and Plenary meetings.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
- The Kimberley Process is a coalition of governments, civil society and the diamond industry, which regulates the international trade in rough diamonds. It was launched in 2003 following UN General Assembly Resolution 55/56. It meets twice a year at the Intersessional and Plenary meetings. It is chaired by a participating country on an annual, rotating basis. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
- The Kimberley Process is a coalition of governments, civil society and the diamond industry, which regulates the international trade in rough diamonds. It was launched in 2003 following UN General Assembly Resolution 55/56. It meets twice a year at the Intersessional and Plenary meetings. It is chaired by a participating country on an annual, rotating basis. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to Mangrove Clam, which was in news recently, consider the following statements:
- It is a burrowing bivalve inhabiting organic-rich muddy substrates in intertidal mangrove ecosystems.
- It is locally called ‘Kandal Kakka’ in South India.
- It plays a crucial ecological role by recycling nutrients, stabilising sediments and strengthening mangrove ecosystems.
Which of the above statements are correct?
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Q.3) Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Mangrove Clam is a burrowing bivalve inhabiting organic-rich muddy substrates in intertidal mangrove ecosystems. It is locally called ‘Kandal Kakka’ in northern Kerala. Its scientific name is Geloina erosa (also referred to as Polymesoda erosa). It displays remarkable tolerance, enabling them to thrive across a broad spectrum of salinity levels. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
- It is a filter-feeding species, primarily active during low-tide immersion stages characterized by frequent inundation. It plays a crucial ecological role by recycling nutrients, stabilising sediments and strengthening mangrove ecosystems. It provides food security and livelihoods in coastal regions. In India, particularly along the east coast and in island regions, wild stocks have been steadily declining due to indiscriminate harvesting, habitat degradation, pollution and coastal development. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
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Q.3) Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Mangrove Clam is a burrowing bivalve inhabiting organic-rich muddy substrates in intertidal mangrove ecosystems. It is locally called ‘Kandal Kakka’ in northern Kerala. Its scientific name is Geloina erosa (also referred to as Polymesoda erosa). It displays remarkable tolerance, enabling them to thrive across a broad spectrum of salinity levels. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
- It is a filter-feeding species, primarily active during low-tide immersion stages characterized by frequent inundation. It plays a crucial ecological role by recycling nutrients, stabilising sediments and strengthening mangrove ecosystems. It provides food security and livelihoods in coastal regions. In India, particularly along the east coast and in island regions, wild stocks have been steadily declining due to indiscriminate harvesting, habitat degradation, pollution and coastal development. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Q.4) Kondaveedu Fort, which was in news recently, is located in?
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Kondaveedu Fort is a historical fortification located at Kondaveedu village in the Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh. It is also known as Kondavid Fort. It is spread across a range of hills at around 1,050 feet elevation. It is the largest hill fort in present Andhra Pradesh. Hence, option a is the correct answer.
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Kondaveedu Fort is a historical fortification located at Kondaveedu village in the Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh. It is also known as Kondavid Fort. It is spread across a range of hills at around 1,050 feet elevation. It is the largest hill fort in present Andhra Pradesh. Hence, option a is the correct answer.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to Swavalambini Scheme, which was in news recently, consider the following statements:
- It is a woman Entrepreneurship Programme which empowers young women with the skills and confidence needed to establish their own businesses.
- It is launched by Ministry of Women and Child Development.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Swavalambini Scheme is a woman Entrepreneurship Programme which empowers young women with the skills and confidence needed to establish their own businesses. It aims to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset among female students, equipping them with awareness of available support mechanisms, schemes, resources and networks essential for pursuing entrepreneurship as a career. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
It was launched by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) in collaboration with the Women Entrepreneurship Platform of NITI Aayog as knowledge partner. It is implemented through National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), Noida and Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE), Guwahati. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Swavalambini Scheme is a woman Entrepreneurship Programme which empowers young women with the skills and confidence needed to establish their own businesses. It aims to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset among female students, equipping them with awareness of available support mechanisms, schemes, resources and networks essential for pursuing entrepreneurship as a career. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
It was launched by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) in collaboration with the Women Entrepreneurship Platform of NITI Aayog as knowledge partner. It is implemented through National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), Noida and Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE), Guwahati. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.
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