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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Quantum Nonlocality’
Statement 1 – It occurs due to the phenomenon of superposition, whereby particles that interact with each other become permanently correlated
Statement 2 – It describes the apparent ability of objects to instantaneously know about each other’s state, even when separated by large distances
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Nonlocality occurs due to the phenomenon of entanglement, whereby particles that interact with each other become permanently correlated, or dependent on each other’s states and properties, to the extent that they effectively lose their individuality and, in many ways, behave as a single entity. Nonlocality suggests that the “separate” parts of the universe are actually potentially connected in an intimate and immediate way. Nonlocality describes the apparent ability of objects to instantaneously know about each other’s state, even when separated by large distances (potentially even billions of light years), almost as if the universe at large instantaneously arranges its particles in anticipation of future events. Thus, in the quantum world, despite what Einstein had established about the speed of light being the maximum speed for anything in the universe, instantaneous action or transfer of information does appear to be possible. Context – A recent study has revealed that a universal standard for measuring quantum nonlocality, which describes a strange connection between distant quantum objects, is impossible
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Nonlocality occurs due to the phenomenon of entanglement, whereby particles that interact with each other become permanently correlated, or dependent on each other’s states and properties, to the extent that they effectively lose their individuality and, in many ways, behave as a single entity. Nonlocality suggests that the “separate” parts of the universe are actually potentially connected in an intimate and immediate way. Nonlocality describes the apparent ability of objects to instantaneously know about each other’s state, even when separated by large distances (potentially even billions of light years), almost as if the universe at large instantaneously arranges its particles in anticipation of future events. Thus, in the quantum world, despite what Einstein had established about the speed of light being the maximum speed for anything in the universe, instantaneous action or transfer of information does appear to be possible. Context – A recent study has revealed that a universal standard for measuring quantum nonlocality, which describes a strange connection between distant quantum objects, is impossible
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Joint Consultative Machinery’
- It is a platform for constructive dialogue between the Government as employer and the employees.
- The scheme is statutory and is mutually agreed upon between the staff side and the official side.
- The scheme covers all regular civil employees of the Central Government
How many statement(s) mentioned above are correct
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect It is a platform for constructive dialogue between the representatives of the staff side and the official side for peaceful resolution of all disputes between the Government as employer and the employees. The scheme is a non-statutory one mutually agreed upon between the staff side and the official side. The scheme covers all regular civil employees of the Central Government, except: The Class-I services; The Class-II services, other than the Central Secretariat Services and the other comparable services in the headquarters organization of the Government; Persons in industrial establishments employed mainly in managerial or administrative capacity, and those who are being employed in supervisory capacity drawing salary going beyond grade pay of Rs.4200/- per month; Employees of the Union Territories; Police personnel. Context – A delegation of the Joint Consultative Machinery (JCM) for Central Government employees – a body fighting for the implementation of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) – has been invited to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect It is a platform for constructive dialogue between the representatives of the staff side and the official side for peaceful resolution of all disputes between the Government as employer and the employees. The scheme is a non-statutory one mutually agreed upon between the staff side and the official side. The scheme covers all regular civil employees of the Central Government, except: The Class-I services; The Class-II services, other than the Central Secretariat Services and the other comparable services in the headquarters organization of the Government; Persons in industrial establishments employed mainly in managerial or administrative capacity, and those who are being employed in supervisory capacity drawing salary going beyond grade pay of Rs.4200/- per month; Employees of the Union Territories; Police personnel. Context – A delegation of the Joint Consultative Machinery (JCM) for Central Government employees – a body fighting for the implementation of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) – has been invited to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Diamonds’
- Diamonds form in the Earth’s mantle and are brought to the surface through volcanic activity
- Botswana is the largest producer of synthetic industrial diamonds
Select the INCORRECT statement(s)
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect Diamonds form in the Earth’s mantle and are brought to the surface through volcanic activity. They are found in volcanic landforms like dykes and sills. Diamonds are utilised in jewellery, industrial cutting tools, and polishing due to their hardness. The US is the largest producer of synthetic industrial diamonds. Leading producers of diamond are Russia, Botswana, Canada, Australia, South Africa, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Context – World’s second-largest diamond was found in Botswana
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect Diamonds form in the Earth’s mantle and are brought to the surface through volcanic activity. They are found in volcanic landforms like dykes and sills. Diamonds are utilised in jewellery, industrial cutting tools, and polishing due to their hardness. The US is the largest producer of synthetic industrial diamonds. Leading producers of diamond are Russia, Botswana, Canada, Australia, South Africa, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Context – World’s second-largest diamond was found in Botswana
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to ‘Glacial lakes’, consider the following statements
- It typically forms at the foot of a glacier, but may form on, in, or under it.
- Most glacial lakes form when a glacier retreats and meltwater fills the hole left behind.
Select the correct statement(s)
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct Glacial lake is a body of water that originates from a glacier. It typically forms at the foot of a glacier, but may form on, in, or under it. ISRO categorized glacial lakes into four broad categories based on how they were formed — moraine-dammed, ice-dammed, erosion-based, and ‘others’. Most glacial lakes form when a glacier retreats and meltwater fills the hole left behind. As glaciers move, they erode the terrain under them, leaving depressions and grooves on the land. When they churn up rock and soil, they etch ridges of debris known as moraines. Context – The NDMA has identified 189 high-risk glacial lakes in the Indian Himalayas and launched a ₹150-crore program for risk mitigation, including monitoring and early warning systems.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct Glacial lake is a body of water that originates from a glacier. It typically forms at the foot of a glacier, but may form on, in, or under it. ISRO categorized glacial lakes into four broad categories based on how they were formed — moraine-dammed, ice-dammed, erosion-based, and ‘others’. Most glacial lakes form when a glacier retreats and meltwater fills the hole left behind. As glaciers move, they erode the terrain under them, leaving depressions and grooves on the land. When they churn up rock and soil, they etch ridges of debris known as moraines. Context – The NDMA has identified 189 high-risk glacial lakes in the Indian Himalayas and launched a ₹150-crore program for risk mitigation, including monitoring and early warning systems.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
‘Gongronema Sasidharanii’, that was discovered recently is a
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Solution (a)
Gongronema Sasidharanii is a new species of plant discovered in Pampadum Shola National Park, Idukki District, Kerala. It is a plant with smooth stems and small urn-shaped creamy white to purplish-green flowers. This is also the first time the genus Gongronema is being reported from south India. In India, the genus Gongronema has so far been represented by just three species found in northeast India, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and West Bengal.
Context – Plant found in Idukki identified as new species of genus Gongronema
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Solution (a)
Gongronema Sasidharanii is a new species of plant discovered in Pampadum Shola National Park, Idukki District, Kerala. It is a plant with smooth stems and small urn-shaped creamy white to purplish-green flowers. This is also the first time the genus Gongronema is being reported from south India. In India, the genus Gongronema has so far been represented by just three species found in northeast India, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and West Bengal.
Context – Plant found in Idukki identified as new species of genus Gongronema
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