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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 with respect to ‘National Medical Commission (NMC)’
- It has been constituted via a resolution of the Union Cabinet.
- Involved in formulating policies related to medical education and profession.
- NMC operates under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct It has been constituted by an Act of Parliament known as National Medical Commission Act, 2019 National Medical Commission (NMC) is an organization in India that was established to reform and regulate medical education and practice in the country. It replaced the Medical Council of India (MCI) with the aim of ensuring transparency, accountability, and quality in medical education and healthcare services. NMC operates under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Context: Recently, Doctors criticized the National Medical Commission logo featuring a vibrant depiction of the physician god Dhanvantri, IMA urges corrective action.
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct It has been constituted by an Act of Parliament known as National Medical Commission Act, 2019 National Medical Commission (NMC) is an organization in India that was established to reform and regulate medical education and practice in the country. It replaced the Medical Council of India (MCI) with the aim of ensuring transparency, accountability, and quality in medical education and healthcare services. NMC operates under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Context: Recently, Doctors criticized the National Medical Commission logo featuring a vibrant depiction of the physician god Dhanvantri, IMA urges corrective action.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements:
- Nuclear fusion is the process by which two atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing energy.
- The fuel commonly used in experimental nuclear fusion reactors is uranium-235.
- Nuclear fusion is the process that powers the sun and other stars
- Fusion reactions have the potential to produce less radioactive waste compared to fission reactions
Select the correct statement(s)
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Correct Incorrect Correct Correct Nuclear fusion is the process where two light atomic nuclei come together to form a heavier nucleus. This process releases a significant amount of energy. Experimental nuclear fusion reactors typically use isotopes of hydrogen as fuel. The most common combination is deuterium (a form of hydrogen with one neutron) and tritium (a form of hydrogen with two neutrons). These isotopes are more feasible for controlled fusion reactions on Earth. The sun and other stars primarily generate energy through nuclear fusion. In the sun’s core, hydrogen nuclei (protons) undergo fusion to form helium, releasing a tremendous amount of energy in the process. Fusion reactions generally produce less long-lived radioactive waste compared to fission reactions. In a fusion reaction, the fuel consists of isotopes of hydrogen, and the products are usually lighter elements. The waste produced is typically less harmful and has a shorter half-life compared to the radioactive waste produced in nuclear fission reactions. Context: The world’s largest nuclear fusion reactor, the JT-60SA in Japan’s Ibaraki Prefecture, has commenced operations, marking a significant step toward achieving clean energy.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Correct Incorrect Correct Correct Nuclear fusion is the process where two light atomic nuclei come together to form a heavier nucleus. This process releases a significant amount of energy. Experimental nuclear fusion reactors typically use isotopes of hydrogen as fuel. The most common combination is deuterium (a form of hydrogen with one neutron) and tritium (a form of hydrogen with two neutrons). These isotopes are more feasible for controlled fusion reactions on Earth. The sun and other stars primarily generate energy through nuclear fusion. In the sun’s core, hydrogen nuclei (protons) undergo fusion to form helium, releasing a tremendous amount of energy in the process. Fusion reactions generally produce less long-lived radioactive waste compared to fission reactions. In a fusion reaction, the fuel consists of isotopes of hydrogen, and the products are usually lighter elements. The waste produced is typically less harmful and has a shorter half-life compared to the radioactive waste produced in nuclear fission reactions. Context: The world’s largest nuclear fusion reactor, the JT-60SA in Japan’s Ibaraki Prefecture, has commenced operations, marking a significant step toward achieving clean energy.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to ‘United Nations office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)’ consider the following statements
- It is one the specialized agency of United Nations.
- The secretariat for OCHA is provided by United Nations Human rights Office of High Commissioner.
Select the INCORRECT statement(s)
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Solution (c)
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect As part of the Secretary-General’s programme of reform, DHA becomes the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). Its mandate is expanded to include the coordination of humanitarian response, policy development and humanitarian advocacy. The Department of Humanitarian Affairs (DHA) is established by the UN Secretary-General, It is headquartered in New York. United Nations Human rights Office of High Commissioner do not provide any secretariat service to OCHA
Context: Amid crushing global humanitarian needs, top UN officials urge expanded support for emergency fund
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Solution (c)
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect As part of the Secretary-General’s programme of reform, DHA becomes the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). Its mandate is expanded to include the coordination of humanitarian response, policy development and humanitarian advocacy. The Department of Humanitarian Affairs (DHA) is established by the UN Secretary-General, It is headquartered in New York. United Nations Human rights Office of High Commissioner do not provide any secretariat service to OCHA
Context: Amid crushing global humanitarian needs, top UN officials urge expanded support for emergency fund
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
‘Global Drought Snapshot’ report which was recently in news is published by
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Solution (a)
Key points about the report
- Agriculture and forests
- 70% cereal crops damaged by drought in the Mediterranean, 2016–2018.
- 33% loss of grazing land in South Africa due to drought
- Five consecutive rainfall season failures in the Horn of Africa, caused the region’s worst drought in 40 years, contributing to reduced agricultural productivity, food insecurity and high food prices.
- Africa’s drought-related economic losses in the past 50 years at $70 billion.
- Water conditions
- 75% reduction of cargo capacity of some vessels on the Rhine due to low river levels in 2022, leading to severe delays to shipping arrivals and departures
- 5 million people in southern China affected by record-low water levels in the Yangtze River due to drought and prolonged heat
- Social dimensions
- 85% people affected by droughts who live in low- or middle-income countries
- 2 million People in the Central American Dry Corridor needing food aid after five years of drought, heat waves and unpredictable rainfall..
Context: ‘Global Drought Snapshot,’ launched by the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) at the outset of COP28 climate talks.
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Solution (a)
Key points about the report
- Agriculture and forests
- 70% cereal crops damaged by drought in the Mediterranean, 2016–2018.
- 33% loss of grazing land in South Africa due to drought
- Five consecutive rainfall season failures in the Horn of Africa, caused the region’s worst drought in 40 years, contributing to reduced agricultural productivity, food insecurity and high food prices.
- Africa’s drought-related economic losses in the past 50 years at $70 billion.
- Water conditions
- 75% reduction of cargo capacity of some vessels on the Rhine due to low river levels in 2022, leading to severe delays to shipping arrivals and departures
- 5 million people in southern China affected by record-low water levels in the Yangtze River due to drought and prolonged heat
- Social dimensions
- 85% people affected by droughts who live in low- or middle-income countries
- 2 million People in the Central American Dry Corridor needing food aid after five years of drought, heat waves and unpredictable rainfall..
Context: ‘Global Drought Snapshot,’ launched by the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) at the outset of COP28 climate talks.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to ‘Quantum computers’ consider the following statements
- Quantum computers use classical bits as the basic unit of information.
- Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon where qubits become correlated in such a way that the state of one qubit directly influences the state of another, regardless of the physical distance between them.
- Quantum superposition allows qubits to exist in multiple states simultaneously, enabling parallel processing and potentially faster computations
How many statement(s) given above are correct
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct Quantum computers use qubits, not classical bits, as the basic unit of information. Unlike classical bits, qubits can exist in a superposition of states, allowing for more complex and parallel computations. Quantum entanglement is a quantum phenomenon where qubits become correlated in such a way that the state of one qubit directly influences the state of another, regardless of the physical distance between them. This property is one of the key features of quantum mechanics. Quantum superposition allows qubits to exist in multiple states simultaneously. This property enables quantum computers to perform parallel processing, potentially leading to faster computations for certain algorithms. Context: IBM has introduced Condor, its latest quantum computing chip featuring 1,121 superconducting qubits, surpassing the 1,000 qubit milestone.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct Quantum computers use qubits, not classical bits, as the basic unit of information. Unlike classical bits, qubits can exist in a superposition of states, allowing for more complex and parallel computations. Quantum entanglement is a quantum phenomenon where qubits become correlated in such a way that the state of one qubit directly influences the state of another, regardless of the physical distance between them. This property is one of the key features of quantum mechanics. Quantum superposition allows qubits to exist in multiple states simultaneously. This property enables quantum computers to perform parallel processing, potentially leading to faster computations for certain algorithms. Context: IBM has introduced Condor, its latest quantum computing chip featuring 1,121 superconducting qubits, surpassing the 1,000 qubit milestone.
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