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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
1. Consider the following statements about Vikram 3201, which was in news recently:
It is India’s first fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessor.
It is designed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
Unlike processors in everyday devices like smartphones or laptops, this one is designed specifically for rockets and satellites.
How many of the above statements are correct?Correct
Solution (b)
Statements 1 and 3 are correct: Vikram 3201 is India’s first fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessor. Unlike processors in everyday devices like smartphones or laptops, this one is designed specifically for rockets and satellites. It is an upgrade to Vikram 1601, a 16-bit processor that has powered ISRO’s launch vehicles since 2009.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Designed by the Vikram Sarabhai Space Center (VSSC), Vikram 3201 has been built by the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) in Chandigarh. The Vikram 3201 marks the first time India has indigenously designed and fabricated a processor of this scale and specification for launch vehicle avionics.
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Solution (b)
Statements 1 and 3 are correct: Vikram 3201 is India’s first fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessor. Unlike processors in everyday devices like smartphones or laptops, this one is designed specifically for rockets and satellites. It is an upgrade to Vikram 1601, a 16-bit processor that has powered ISRO’s launch vehicles since 2009.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Designed by the Vikram Sarabhai Space Center (VSSC), Vikram 3201 has been built by the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) in Chandigarh. The Vikram 3201 marks the first time India has indigenously designed and fabricated a processor of this scale and specification for launch vehicle avionics.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
- Consider the following statements about Coconut Development Board, which was in news recently:
- It is a statutory body established under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India
- It was established for the integrated development of coconut production in the country with focus on productivity increase and product diversification.
- Its headquarters is located in Kochi, Kerala.
How many of the above statements are correct?
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Solution (c)
Statements 1 and 2 are correct: Coconut Development Board is a statutory body established under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India. It was established for the integrated development of coconut production and utilization in the country with focus on productivity increase and product diversification.
Statement 3 is correct: The board came into existence on 12th January 1981. Its headquarters is located in Kochi, Kerala. It has regional Offices at Bangalore in Karnataka, Chennai in Tamil Nadu, Guwahati in Assam and Patna in Bihar.
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Solution (c)
Statements 1 and 2 are correct: Coconut Development Board is a statutory body established under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India. It was established for the integrated development of coconut production and utilization in the country with focus on productivity increase and product diversification.
Statement 3 is correct: The board came into existence on 12th January 1981. Its headquarters is located in Kochi, Kerala. It has regional Offices at Bangalore in Karnataka, Chennai in Tamil Nadu, Guwahati in Assam and Patna in Bihar.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
- Exercise MAITREE, which was in news recently, is conducted between India and?
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Solution (a)
Option (a) is correct: Exercise MAITREE is the joint military exercise between India and Thailand. Instituted in 2006, it is one of the important joint training exercises between India and Thailand. The bilateral exercise is part of the ongoing military-to-military exchange programme between the two countries and aims to enhance cooperation, interoperability and mutual understanding between the Indian Army and Royal Thai Army.
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Solution (a)
Option (a) is correct: Exercise MAITREE is the joint military exercise between India and Thailand. Instituted in 2006, it is one of the important joint training exercises between India and Thailand. The bilateral exercise is part of the ongoing military-to-military exchange programme between the two countries and aims to enhance cooperation, interoperability and mutual understanding between the Indian Army and Royal Thai Army.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, which was in news recently:
- It is located in Andhra Pradesh.
- It is part of the Nilgiris Biosphere Reserve.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (b)
Statement 1 is incorrect: Mudumalai Tiger Reserve is located in the Nilgiris District of Tamil Nadu, spread over 321 sq. km. at the tri–junction of three states, viz, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. It lies on the Northeastern and Northwestern slopes of the Nilgiri hills, which is a part of the Western Ghats.
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Solution (b)
Statement 1 is incorrect: Mudumalai Tiger Reserve is located in the Nilgiris District of Tamil Nadu, spread over 321 sq. km. at the tri–junction of three states, viz, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. It lies on the Northeastern and Northwestern slopes of the Nilgiri hills, which is a part of the Western Ghats.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
- Consider the following statements about Mission Mausam, which was in news recently:
- It is launched by the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
- It aims to improve climate services, ensuring timely and precise observation, and forecasting information for sectors, such as agriculture and disaster management.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- Solution (c)
Statements 1 and 2 are correct: Mission Mausam was launched by the Ministry of Earth Sciences in 2024. It is implemented by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the National Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF), and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM). It aims to improve weather and climate services, ensuring timely and precise observation, modelling, and forecasting information for multiple sectors, including agriculture, disaster management, and rural development.
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- Solution (c)
Statements 1 and 2 are correct: Mission Mausam was launched by the Ministry of Earth Sciences in 2024. It is implemented by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the National Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF), and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM). It aims to improve weather and climate services, ensuring timely and precise observation, modelling, and forecasting information for multiple sectors, including agriculture, disaster management, and rural development.
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