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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 regarding ‘Sixth Schedule of the Constitution’
- Assam, Manipur, Tripura and Meghalaya are the four states included in sixth schedule
- Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council was the first such council to be formed under the sixth schedule
- Laws of Parliament and state legislature applies to all these regions only with the approval of the Governor
Select the correct statement/s:
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Solution (b)
Statement analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect Presently, 10 Autonomous Councils in Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Tripura are formed by virtue of the Sixth Schedule. Article 244(2) read with the Sixth Scheduled to the Constitution of India provides administration of tribal areas in the States of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram. Karbi Anglong District Council was set up on 17th November, 1951 and later termed as Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council on 23rd June, 1952. North Cachar Hill District Council was set up on 29th April, 1952 and was later renamed as North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council on 13th September, 1995 Laws of Parliament and state legislature applies to autonomous councils in Assam only with the approval of the Governor. In other Autonomous Councils, States laws are approved by governor, and central laws by the President. Context: Meghalaya tribal council to revisit Instrument of Accession
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Solution (b)
Statement analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect Presently, 10 Autonomous Councils in Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Tripura are formed by virtue of the Sixth Schedule. Article 244(2) read with the Sixth Scheduled to the Constitution of India provides administration of tribal areas in the States of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram. Karbi Anglong District Council was set up on 17th November, 1951 and later termed as Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council on 23rd June, 1952. North Cachar Hill District Council was set up on 29th April, 1952 and was later renamed as North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council on 13th September, 1995 Laws of Parliament and state legislature applies to autonomous councils in Assam only with the approval of the Governor. In other Autonomous Councils, States laws are approved by governor, and central laws by the President. Context: Meghalaya tribal council to revisit Instrument of Accession
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Financial Action Task Force’
- It is an intergovernmental organization founded by an initiative of G20.
- All the members of the United Nations are members of FATF.
Select the correct statement/s:
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Solution (d)
Statement analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect FATF is an intergovernmental organisation founded in 1989 on the initiative of the G7 to develop policies to combat money laundering. In 2001, its mandate was expanded to include terrorism financing. As of 2022 The FATF currently comprises 37 member jurisdictions and 2 regional organisations, representing most major financial centres in all parts of the globe. Context: The organization was in news
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Solution (d)
Statement analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect FATF is an intergovernmental organisation founded in 1989 on the initiative of the G7 to develop policies to combat money laundering. In 2001, its mandate was expanded to include terrorism financing. As of 2022 The FATF currently comprises 37 member jurisdictions and 2 regional organisations, representing most major financial centres in all parts of the globe. Context: The organization was in news
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to ‘Red Panda’, consider the following statements
- The red panda is largely carnivorous and feeds primarily on insects and small mammals
- Adult pandas are generally solitary ,territorial and are active during nights
- The IUCN status of red pandas is ‘Vulnerable’
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect The red panda is largely herbivorous and feeds primarily on bamboo, mainly the genera Phyllostachys, Sinarundinaria, Thamnocalamus and Chimonobambusa. It also feeds on fruits, blossoms, acorns, eggs, birds and small mammals. Bamboo leaves may be the most abundant food item year-round and the only food they can access during winter Adult pandas are generally solitary and territorial. The red panda appears to be both nocturnal and crepuscular, sleeping in between periods of activity at night. The IUCN status of red pandas is ‘Endangered’ Context – Red Padas were re-introduced into the wild in Singalila National Park.
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect The red panda is largely herbivorous and feeds primarily on bamboo, mainly the genera Phyllostachys, Sinarundinaria, Thamnocalamus and Chimonobambusa. It also feeds on fruits, blossoms, acorns, eggs, birds and small mammals. Bamboo leaves may be the most abundant food item year-round and the only food they can access during winter Adult pandas are generally solitary and territorial. The red panda appears to be both nocturnal and crepuscular, sleeping in between periods of activity at night. The IUCN status of red pandas is ‘Endangered’ Context – Red Padas were re-introduced into the wild in Singalila National Park.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
‘Global Liveability Index’ is released by
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Solution(d)
The Global Liveability Index 2022 was published by the “Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), recently.The Global Liveability index ranks cities across the globe for their “liveability quotient”, on the basis of certain criteria. Vienna has topped the ranking.
Context – The report was released recently.
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Solution(d)
The Global Liveability Index 2022 was published by the “Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), recently.The Global Liveability index ranks cities across the globe for their “liveability quotient”, on the basis of certain criteria. Vienna has topped the ranking.
Context – The report was released recently.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Oncolytic virus’
- An oncolytic virus is a virus that preferentially infects and kills cancer cells
- Adenovirus, reovirus and herpes simplex virus are some of the viruses which can be potentially used as oncolytic agents
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct An oncolytic virus is a virus that preferentially infects and kills cancer cells. As the infected cancer cells are destroyed by oncolysis, they release new infectious virus particles or virions to help destroy the remaining tumour. A number of viruses including adenovirus, reovirus, measles, herpes simplex, Newcastle disease virus, and vaccinia have been clinically tested as oncolytic agents. Most current oncolytic viruses are engineered for tumour selectivity, although there are naturally occurring examples such as reovirus and the senecavirus resulting in clinical trials Context – Researchers have developed cancer therapy that kills tumours without harming healthy cells
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct An oncolytic virus is a virus that preferentially infects and kills cancer cells. As the infected cancer cells are destroyed by oncolysis, they release new infectious virus particles or virions to help destroy the remaining tumour. A number of viruses including adenovirus, reovirus, measles, herpes simplex, Newcastle disease virus, and vaccinia have been clinically tested as oncolytic agents. Most current oncolytic viruses are engineered for tumour selectivity, although there are naturally occurring examples such as reovirus and the senecavirus resulting in clinical trials Context – Researchers have developed cancer therapy that kills tumours without harming healthy cells
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