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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Chandrayaan-3 Mission’
- It consists of three payloads comprising of a lander, rover and an orbiter module
- It aims to conduct in-situ scientific experiments on the lunar surface
- The mission will be launched onboard a LVM3 launch vehicle
How many of the statement(s) given above are correct
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct Chandrayaan-3 is a planned third lunar exploration mission by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It will consist of a lander and a rover similar to Chandrayaan-2, but would not have an orbiter. Its propulsion module will behave like a communication relay satellite. The propulsion module will carry the lander and rover configuration until the spacecraft is in a 100 km lunar orbit Chandrayaan-3 will have three major objectives. One is to demonstrate safe and soft landing on the surface of the moon. The second is to demonstrate rover operations on the moon. And the third objective is to conduct in-situ scientific experiments on the lunar surface The mission will be launched onboard a LVM3 launch vehicle Context – India’s third mission to the moon – Chandrayaan-3 – will take off on 14th July, 2023.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct Chandrayaan-3 is a planned third lunar exploration mission by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It will consist of a lander and a rover similar to Chandrayaan-2, but would not have an orbiter. Its propulsion module will behave like a communication relay satellite. The propulsion module will carry the lander and rover configuration until the spacecraft is in a 100 km lunar orbit Chandrayaan-3 will have three major objectives. One is to demonstrate safe and soft landing on the surface of the moon. The second is to demonstrate rover operations on the moon. And the third objective is to conduct in-situ scientific experiments on the lunar surface The mission will be launched onboard a LVM3 launch vehicle Context – India’s third mission to the moon – Chandrayaan-3 – will take off on 14th July, 2023.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to ‘Solar cycle’, consider the following statements
Statement 1 – The greatest number of sunspots in any given solar cycle is designated as “solar maximum”
Statement 2 – The solar cycle is the cycle that the Sun’s magnetic field goes through approximately every 100 years
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The solar cycle is marked by the increase and decrease of sunspots — visible as dark blemishes on the sun’s surface, or photosphere. The greatest number of sunspots in any given solar cycle is designated as “solar maximum.” The lowest number is “solar minimum.” Every 11 years or so, the Sun’s magnetic field completely flips. This means that the Sun’s north and south poles switch places. Then it takes about another 11 years for the Sun’s north and south poles to flip back again. Thus, the solar cycle is the cycle that the Sun’s magnetic field goes through approximately every 11 years. Context – It has been recently reported that the sun is expected to reach “solar maximum” in the next two years.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The solar cycle is marked by the increase and decrease of sunspots — visible as dark blemishes on the sun’s surface, or photosphere. The greatest number of sunspots in any given solar cycle is designated as “solar maximum.” The lowest number is “solar minimum.” Every 11 years or so, the Sun’s magnetic field completely flips. This means that the Sun’s north and south poles switch places. Then it takes about another 11 years for the Sun’s north and south poles to flip back again. Thus, the solar cycle is the cycle that the Sun’s magnetic field goes through approximately every 11 years. Context – It has been recently reported that the sun is expected to reach “solar maximum” in the next two years.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF)’
- It has been constituted in each State under the Disaster Management Act, 2005
- The Central Government contributes 50% to the SDRF in general States and 75% in North-East and Himalayan States
- Allocation of SDRF funds to the States is based on multiple factors like past expenditure, area, population and annual rainfall
How many of the statement(s) given above are correct
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect State Disaster Response Funds has been constituted in each State under Section 48 (1) (a) of the Disaster Management Act, 2005. The fund is the primary fund available with State Governments for responses to notified disasters. The Central Government contributes 75% to the SDRF in general States and 90% in North-East and Himalayan States. The annual Central contribution is released in two equal installments as per the recommendation of the Finance Commission. Allocation of SDRF funds to the States is based on multiple factors like past expenditure, area, population, and disaster risk index. These factors reflect States’ institutional capacity, risk exposure, and hazard and vulnerability. Context – Ministry of Finance released an amount of Rs. 7,532 crores to 22 State Governments for the respective State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF).
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect State Disaster Response Funds has been constituted in each State under Section 48 (1) (a) of the Disaster Management Act, 2005. The fund is the primary fund available with State Governments for responses to notified disasters. The Central Government contributes 75% to the SDRF in general States and 90% in North-East and Himalayan States. The annual Central contribution is released in two equal installments as per the recommendation of the Finance Commission. Allocation of SDRF funds to the States is based on multiple factors like past expenditure, area, population, and disaster risk index. These factors reflect States’ institutional capacity, risk exposure, and hazard and vulnerability. Context – Ministry of Finance released an amount of Rs. 7,532 crores to 22 State Governments for the respective State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF).
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
‘SAGAR SAMPARK’ recently seen in news is a
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Solution (b)
SAGAR SAMPARK is an indigenous Differential Global Navigation Satellite System (DGNSS). The Differential Global Navigation Satellite System is a terrestrial based enhancement system which corrects the errors and inaccuracies in the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) allowing for more accurate positioning information. Sagar Sampark at six locations will assist the Director General of Lighthouses and Lightships (DGLL) to provide radio aids to ships for marine navigation. The system will provide accurate information to the ships for safe navigation and will reduce the risk of collisions, groundings, and accidents in the port and harbour areas.
Context – Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways inaugurated the indigenous Differential Global Navigation Satellite System (DGNSS) ‘SAGAR SAMPARK.
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Solution (b)
SAGAR SAMPARK is an indigenous Differential Global Navigation Satellite System (DGNSS). The Differential Global Navigation Satellite System is a terrestrial based enhancement system which corrects the errors and inaccuracies in the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) allowing for more accurate positioning information. Sagar Sampark at six locations will assist the Director General of Lighthouses and Lightships (DGLL) to provide radio aids to ships for marine navigation. The system will provide accurate information to the ships for safe navigation and will reduce the risk of collisions, groundings, and accidents in the port and harbour areas.
Context – Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways inaugurated the indigenous Differential Global Navigation Satellite System (DGNSS) ‘SAGAR SAMPARK.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Shelf cloud’
- It is a type of low-lying, horizontal cloud formation characterized by an undefined line of solid clouds
- It forms when cold and dense air is forced into a colder air mass by wind
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect Shelf Cloud is a type of low-lying, horizontal cloud formation characterized by a clearly defined line of solid clouds. It is known for its distinctive wedge-shaped formation. They usually appear as a broad arc across the sky that can sometimes appear to be rotating horizontally. Shelf clouds form when cold and dense air is forced into a warmer air mass by wind. This rush of cold air often occurs in a thunderstorm’s downdraught, where cold air rushes towards the ground before spreading out to create a gust front. Shelf clouds produced by thunderstorms are always preceded by a rush of dry and cold air ahead of the cloud, with rain arriving after the shelf cloud has passed overhead. Context – A terrifying shelf cloud recently appeared in Uttarakhand’s Haridwar.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect Shelf Cloud is a type of low-lying, horizontal cloud formation characterized by a clearly defined line of solid clouds. It is known for its distinctive wedge-shaped formation. They usually appear as a broad arc across the sky that can sometimes appear to be rotating horizontally. Shelf clouds form when cold and dense air is forced into a warmer air mass by wind. This rush of cold air often occurs in a thunderstorm’s downdraught, where cold air rushes towards the ground before spreading out to create a gust front. Shelf clouds produced by thunderstorms are always preceded by a rush of dry and cold air ahead of the cloud, with rain arriving after the shelf cloud has passed overhead. Context – A terrifying shelf cloud recently appeared in Uttarakhand’s Haridwar.
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