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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following with respect to ‘UN Commission for Social Development (CSocD)’
- It is one of the principle organs of the United Nations.
- Its primary purpose is to advance social development, formulate policies to address global social issues.
- Members are elected by ECOSOC based on equitable geographical distribution.
Select the correct statement(s)
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct CSocD, formerly known as the Social Commission, is a functional commission of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations. It has been in existence since the very inception of the United Nations, advising ECOSOC and governments on a wide range of social policy issues and from the social perspective of development.
Its primary purpose is to advance social development and formulate policies and recommendations to address global social issues. It focuses on topics such as poverty eradication, social inclusion, and the promotion of equitable and sustainable development.
Since the 1995 World Summit for Social Development in Copenhagen , the CSocD has been the key UN body in charge of the follow-up and implementation of the Copenhagen Declaration and Programme of Action.
Membership: Originally 18, membership has been increased several times, most recently in 1996, and now stands at 46.
Members are elected by ECOSOC based on equitable geographical distribution for four-year terms.
Context: India’s permanent representative to the UN recently chaired an insightful member-state briefing in preparation for the 62nd UN Commission for Social Development.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct CSocD, formerly known as the Social Commission, is a functional commission of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations. It has been in existence since the very inception of the United Nations, advising ECOSOC and governments on a wide range of social policy issues and from the social perspective of development.
Its primary purpose is to advance social development and formulate policies and recommendations to address global social issues. It focuses on topics such as poverty eradication, social inclusion, and the promotion of equitable and sustainable development.
Since the 1995 World Summit for Social Development in Copenhagen , the CSocD has been the key UN body in charge of the follow-up and implementation of the Copenhagen Declaration and Programme of Action.
Membership: Originally 18, membership has been increased several times, most recently in 1996, and now stands at 46.
Members are elected by ECOSOC based on equitable geographical distribution for four-year terms.
Context: India’s permanent representative to the UN recently chaired an insightful member-state briefing in preparation for the 62nd UN Commission for Social Development.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to ‘Anthrobots’, consider the following statements
Statement 1- They are made from human tracheal cells capable of repairing damaged neural tissue.
Statement 2-They are potentially paving the way for personalized medicine.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
About Anthrobots
Development and Composition
- Human Cell Integration: Anthrobots, novel bioengineered robots, are created from human tracheal cells, enabling unique properties and applications.
- Self-Assembly Capabilities: These biobots possess the remarkable ability to autonomously configure into diverse forms and sizes.
Advancements over Xenobots
- Differentiation from Xenobots: Contrasting previous xenobots crafted from frog cells, anthrobots stand out as human cell-derived entities with self-assembling capabilities.
- Enhanced Therapeutic Potential: Unlike xenobots, these anthrobots made from human cells demonstrate improved potential for medical applications and therapeutic advancements.
How it works?
- The researchers grew clusters of human tracheal skin cells, developing anthrobots with cilia acting as oars.
- When placed on scratched neural tissue, anthrobots fused into a ‘superbot,‘ leading to complete healing within three days without genetic modification.
- The researchers envision using person-specific anthrobots for tasks like clearing arteries, breaking up mucus, or drug delivery, with potential applications in regenerative medicine.
Context: Scientists have created tiny robots, called Anthrobots, made from human tracheal cells capable of repairing damaged neural tissue.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
About Anthrobots
Development and Composition
- Human Cell Integration: Anthrobots, novel bioengineered robots, are created from human tracheal cells, enabling unique properties and applications.
- Self-Assembly Capabilities: These biobots possess the remarkable ability to autonomously configure into diverse forms and sizes.
Advancements over Xenobots
- Differentiation from Xenobots: Contrasting previous xenobots crafted from frog cells, anthrobots stand out as human cell-derived entities with self-assembling capabilities.
- Enhanced Therapeutic Potential: Unlike xenobots, these anthrobots made from human cells demonstrate improved potential for medical applications and therapeutic advancements.
How it works?
- The researchers grew clusters of human tracheal skin cells, developing anthrobots with cilia acting as oars.
- When placed on scratched neural tissue, anthrobots fused into a ‘superbot,‘ leading to complete healing within three days without genetic modification.
- The researchers envision using person-specific anthrobots for tasks like clearing arteries, breaking up mucus, or drug delivery, with potential applications in regenerative medicine.
Context: Scientists have created tiny robots, called Anthrobots, made from human tracheal cells capable of repairing damaged neural tissue.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to ‘The Global Green Credit Initiative’ consider the following statements
- It focuses on incentivizing voluntary environmental actions with a primary focus on water conservation and afforestation.
- It was launched by India’s Prime Minister at COP28.
Select the INCORRECT statement(s)
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct Prime Minister Narendra Modi together with President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of UAE, co-hosted the High-level event on ‘Green Credits Programme’ at COP-28, on 1 December 2023 in Dubai. The Green Credit Initiative has been conceptualized as a mechanism to incentivize voluntary pro-planet actions, as an effective response to the challenge of climate change. It envisions the issue of Green Credits for plantations on waste/degraded lands and river catchment areas, to rejuvenate and revive natural eco-systems.
During the event a web platform, which would serve as a repository of policies and best practices that incentivize environment-friendly actions, was also launched
This global initiative aims to facilitate global collaboration, cooperation and partnership through exchange of knowledge, experiences and best practices in planning, implementation and monitoring of environment positive actions through programs/mechanisms like Green Credits. Context India co-hosts with UAE the Global Green Credit Initiative at COP-28.
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Solution (d)
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct Prime Minister Narendra Modi together with President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of UAE, co-hosted the High-level event on ‘Green Credits Programme’ at COP-28, on 1 December 2023 in Dubai. The Green Credit Initiative has been conceptualized as a mechanism to incentivize voluntary pro-planet actions, as an effective response to the challenge of climate change. It envisions the issue of Green Credits for plantations on waste/degraded lands and river catchment areas, to rejuvenate and revive natural eco-systems.
During the event a web platform, which would serve as a repository of policies and best practices that incentivize environment-friendly actions, was also launched
This global initiative aims to facilitate global collaboration, cooperation and partnership through exchange of knowledge, experiences and best practices in planning, implementation and monitoring of environment positive actions through programs/mechanisms like Green Credits. Context India co-hosts with UAE the Global Green Credit Initiative at COP-28.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
‘R21/Matrix-M’ which was recently in news is related to
Correct
Solution (b)
- The R21 vaccine is the second malaria vaccine recommended by the WHO, following the RTS,S/AS01 vaccine, which received a WHO recommendation in 2021. It is a new vaccine approved for the prevention of malaria in children.
- It was developed by the University of Oxford and the Serum Institute of India with support from the European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (‘EDCTP’), the Wellcome Trust, and the European Investment Bank (‘EIB’).
Context: The World Malaria Report highlights India’s success in reducing malaria cases and deaths, with a 30% decline in cases and a 34% decline in mortality in 2022 compared to the previous year.
Incorrect
Solution (b)
- The R21 vaccine is the second malaria vaccine recommended by the WHO, following the RTS,S/AS01 vaccine, which received a WHO recommendation in 2021. It is a new vaccine approved for the prevention of malaria in children.
- It was developed by the University of Oxford and the Serum Institute of India with support from the European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (‘EDCTP’), the Wellcome Trust, and the European Investment Bank (‘EIB’).
Context: The World Malaria Report highlights India’s success in reducing malaria cases and deaths, with a 30% decline in cases and a 34% decline in mortality in 2022 compared to the previous year.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to ‘Double Humped Camels’ consider the following statements
- It has two humps on their backs where they store fat.
- They are native to the harsh and arid regions of Africa
- The IUCN status is Critically Endangered
How many statement(s) given above are correct
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct Double Humped Camels or Bactrian camels, have two humps on their backs where they store fat. Scientific Name: Camelus bactrianus
They are up to 10 feet (3.0 m) long and weigh 590-1000 kg.
They are smaller and more slender than the one-humped dromedary camels found in Africa and the Middle East.
Their fur color varies from beige to dark brown.
They have thick, wooly coats that provide warmth during the cold months and insulation from the desert heat, and they shed this for the summer months.
Lifespan: 50 years
Distribution: They are native to the harsh and arid regions of Central Asia.
They occupy habitats in Central Asia from Afghanistan to China, primarily up into the Mongolian steppes and the Gobi desert.
A small population of Bactrian camels exists in the Nubra Valley of Ladakh.
They typically live in herds of 6-20 members, although they can occasionally be solitary or in groups of up to 30 individuals. Diet: They are omnivores but are primarily herbivores that constantly graze on grasses.
Conservation Status:
IUCN Red List: Critically Endangered
Context: The Army recently deployed double humped camels for logistical support to the troops in eastern Ladakh..
Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct Double Humped Camels or Bactrian camels, have two humps on their backs where they store fat. Scientific Name: Camelus bactrianus
They are up to 10 feet (3.0 m) long and weigh 590-1000 kg.
They are smaller and more slender than the one-humped dromedary camels found in Africa and the Middle East.
Their fur color varies from beige to dark brown.
They have thick, wooly coats that provide warmth during the cold months and insulation from the desert heat, and they shed this for the summer months.
Lifespan: 50 years
Distribution: They are native to the harsh and arid regions of Central Asia.
They occupy habitats in Central Asia from Afghanistan to China, primarily up into the Mongolian steppes and the Gobi desert.
A small population of Bactrian camels exists in the Nubra Valley of Ladakh.
They typically live in herds of 6-20 members, although they can occasionally be solitary or in groups of up to 30 individuals. Diet: They are omnivores but are primarily herbivores that constantly graze on grasses.
Conservation Status:
IUCN Red List: Critically Endangered
Context: The Army recently deployed double humped camels for logistical support to the troops in eastern Ladakh..
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