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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Quantum dots’
Statement 1 – They are used in display technology to enhance the color and efficiency of displays for TVs, monitors, and other electronic devices
Statement 2 – The smallest quantum dots emit higher energy waves and produce blue light, and the biggest dots release lower energy waves creating red light
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct Quantum dots are used in display technology to enhance the color and efficiency of displays for TVs, monitors, and other electronic devices. Compared to organic luminescent materials used in organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs), QD-based materials have purer colors, a longer lifetime, lower manufacturing costs, and lower power consumption. They can be engineered to emit light across the entire visible spectrum and into the infrared and ultraviolet ranges, offering a wide palette of colors for various applications. The smallest quantum dots emit higher energy waves and produce blue light, and the biggest dots release lower energy waves, creating red light, with the middle sizes creating the colours in between. Context – The 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was recently awarded to Moungi G. Bawendi, Louis E. Brus, and Alexei I. Ekimov recently for the discovery and synthesis of quantum dots.
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct Quantum dots are used in display technology to enhance the color and efficiency of displays for TVs, monitors, and other electronic devices. Compared to organic luminescent materials used in organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs), QD-based materials have purer colors, a longer lifetime, lower manufacturing costs, and lower power consumption. They can be engineered to emit light across the entire visible spectrum and into the infrared and ultraviolet ranges, offering a wide palette of colors for various applications. The smallest quantum dots emit higher energy waves and produce blue light, and the biggest dots release lower energy waves, creating red light, with the middle sizes creating the colours in between. Context – The 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was recently awarded to Moungi G. Bawendi, Louis E. Brus, and Alexei I. Ekimov recently for the discovery and synthesis of quantum dots.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
An interesting feature of this site is that it shows features of all the three phases of Buddhism. It is located in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The site was excavated under the aegis of Alexander Rim. The site is
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Solution (b)
Bojjannakonda is located in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The site was excavated under the aegis of Alexander Rim in 1906. It was originally known as ‘Buddhuni konda’ (hill of the Buddha), but it came to be known as ‘Bojjannakonda’ in the course of time. Buddhist monks used to practice on the hill about 2,000 years ago. An interesting feature of this site is that it shows features of all the three phases of Buddhism: Hinayana, Mahayana and Vajrayana. The caves at Bojjannakonda and those in Takshasila are similar.
Context – the Central government has taken up landscaping and development of tourist amenities at Bojjannakonda site
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Solution (b)
Bojjannakonda is located in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The site was excavated under the aegis of Alexander Rim in 1906. It was originally known as ‘Buddhuni konda’ (hill of the Buddha), but it came to be known as ‘Bojjannakonda’ in the course of time. Buddhist monks used to practice on the hill about 2,000 years ago. An interesting feature of this site is that it shows features of all the three phases of Buddhism: Hinayana, Mahayana and Vajrayana. The caves at Bojjannakonda and those in Takshasila are similar.
Context – the Central government has taken up landscaping and development of tourist amenities at Bojjannakonda site
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to ‘National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF)’, consider the following statements
- It is an institution for enhancing infrastructure financing by investing only in greenfield (new) projects
- It is India’s first-ever sovereign wealth fund (SWF) anchored by the Government of India in collaboration with leading global institutional investors.
- The funds are registered as Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) with the Reserve Bank of India
How many of the statement(s) given above are correct
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect It is an institution for enhancing infrastructure financing by investing in greenfield (new), brownfield (existing) and stalled projects. The primary goal of setting up NIIF was to optimize the economic impact largely through investing in infrastructure-related projects. National Investment and Infrastructure Fund is an investor-owned fund manager, anchored by the Government of India (GoI) in collaboration with leading global and domestic institutional investors. It is India’s first-ever sovereign wealth fund (SWF) which was set up in the year 2015. The funds are registered as Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). Context – The National Investment and Infrastructure Fund has entered into collaboration with Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) to unveil a $600 million India-Japan Fund
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect It is an institution for enhancing infrastructure financing by investing in greenfield (new), brownfield (existing) and stalled projects. The primary goal of setting up NIIF was to optimize the economic impact largely through investing in infrastructure-related projects. National Investment and Infrastructure Fund is an investor-owned fund manager, anchored by the Government of India (GoI) in collaboration with leading global and domestic institutional investors. It is India’s first-ever sovereign wealth fund (SWF) which was set up in the year 2015. The funds are registered as Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). Context – The National Investment and Infrastructure Fund has entered into collaboration with Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) to unveil a $600 million India-Japan Fund
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Dynamic Injunction’
- It is passed to protect copyrighted works even before they are publicly released, distributed, or created
- Certain sections of the Copyright Act provides the legal basis for such injunctions in India
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct A dynamic injunction is passed to protect copyrighted works even before they are publicly released, distributed, or created. It ensures that no irreparable loss is caused to its authors and owner, owing to the imminent possibility of such works being uploaded on rogue websites or their newer versions immediately after their creation or release, given the challenges posed by online piracy. The legal basis for such injunctions in India is Section 37 of the Copyright Act, 1957. Section 37 pertains to the “broadcast reproduction right,” which is a special right extended to broadcasting organizations. Section 39 of the Copyright Act provides exceptions to when the reproduction of copyrighted content can be considered “fair dealing” and not copyright infringement Context – The Delhi High Court has passed a “dynamic injunction” in favour of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 broadcaster, Star India Private Limited, before the Cup’s commencement.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct A dynamic injunction is passed to protect copyrighted works even before they are publicly released, distributed, or created. It ensures that no irreparable loss is caused to its authors and owner, owing to the imminent possibility of such works being uploaded on rogue websites or their newer versions immediately after their creation or release, given the challenges posed by online piracy. The legal basis for such injunctions in India is Section 37 of the Copyright Act, 1957. Section 37 pertains to the “broadcast reproduction right,” which is a special right extended to broadcasting organizations. Section 39 of the Copyright Act provides exceptions to when the reproduction of copyrighted content can be considered “fair dealing” and not copyright infringement Context – The Delhi High Court has passed a “dynamic injunction” in favour of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 broadcaster, Star India Private Limited, before the Cup’s commencement.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements
- Turmeric is a perennial flowering plant which grows in drained red loamy soil receiving an annual rainfall of 1500 mm or more
- India is the largest producer, consumer and exporter of turmeric in the world.
- National Turmeric Board constituted under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare promotes the interests of turmeric farmers
How many of the statement(s) given above are correct
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Turmeric is a perennial flowering plant in the ginger family Zingiberaceae. It prefers well drained red loamy soil. Turmeric can be grown in diverse tropical conditions from sea level to 1500 m above sea level, at a temperature range of 20-35o C with an annual rainfall of 1500 mm India is the largest producer, consumer and exporter of turmeric in the world. India has 62% share of world trade in turmeric. The largest producing states of Turmeric are Maharashtra, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The Ministry of Commerce will be the nodal department providing funds and infrastructure for the NTB, which will look into increased demand, usage, production, research, market linkage, exports and so on. Context – The Centre recently notified the constitution of the National Turmeric Board, a long-standing demand of turmeric farmers across the country.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Turmeric is a perennial flowering plant in the ginger family Zingiberaceae. It prefers well drained red loamy soil. Turmeric can be grown in diverse tropical conditions from sea level to 1500 m above sea level, at a temperature range of 20-35o C with an annual rainfall of 1500 mm India is the largest producer, consumer and exporter of turmeric in the world. India has 62% share of world trade in turmeric. The largest producing states of Turmeric are Maharashtra, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The Ministry of Commerce will be the nodal department providing funds and infrastructure for the NTB, which will look into increased demand, usage, production, research, market linkage, exports and so on. Context – The Centre recently notified the constitution of the National Turmeric Board, a long-standing demand of turmeric farmers across the country.
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