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UPSC Quiz – 2020: IAS Daily Current Affairs Quiz Day 118
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Solar eclipse’
- A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes in a direct line between the Earth and the sun.
- Solar Eclipse takes place twice a year in the month of May and November.
Select the correct statements
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Solution (a)
A solar eclipse happens when the Moon is directly in line between Earth and the Sun. The Moon’s shadow sweeps across Earth’s surface; at those places.
Total solar eclipses are rare events. Although they occur somewhere on Earth every 18 months on average, it is estimated that they recur at any given place only once every 360 to 410 years, on average.
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Solution (a)
A solar eclipse happens when the Moon is directly in line between Earth and the Sun. The Moon’s shadow sweeps across Earth’s surface; at those places.
Total solar eclipses are rare events. Although they occur somewhere on Earth every 18 months on average, it is estimated that they recur at any given place only once every 360 to 410 years, on average.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP)’
- It is a State Sector Scheme with a Central component
- It is funded by the World Bank
Select the correct statements
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
‘Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council’ which was in news is associated with
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Solution (a)
The central government has banned ‘Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council’ (HNLC), a Meghalaya-based insurgent group, for its increased activities of violence and other insurgent acts. Centre also notified that HNLC’s activities are detrimental to the sovereignty and integrity of India.
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Solution (a)
The central government has banned ‘Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council’ (HNLC), a Meghalaya-based insurgent group, for its increased activities of violence and other insurgent acts. Centre also notified that HNLC’s activities are detrimental to the sovereignty and integrity of India.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Avian botulism’
- It is a serious neuromuscular illness of birds and typically results in paralysis.
- It is caused by a virus which was first found in Australia.
Select the correct statements
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olution (a)
Avian botulism is a serious neuromuscular illness of birds caused by a toxin that is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Avian botulism has been recognised as a major cause of mortality in wild-birds since the 1900s. The first outbreak in Australia occurred in 1938; one of the earliest major reported die-offs of a large number of waterfowls linked to this disease was encountered in Victoria in 1938.
Avian botulism typically results in paralysis – this results in the infected species exhibiting unusual behaviour. For example, water birds may not be able to hold their head up and as a result, often drown. Gulls can often walk, but not fly. Other birds may drag one or both wings, exhibiting poor posture while standing.
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olution (a)
Avian botulism is a serious neuromuscular illness of birds caused by a toxin that is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Avian botulism has been recognised as a major cause of mortality in wild-birds since the 1900s. The first outbreak in Australia occurred in 1938; one of the earliest major reported die-offs of a large number of waterfowls linked to this disease was encountered in Victoria in 1938.
Avian botulism typically results in paralysis – this results in the infected species exhibiting unusual behaviour. For example, water birds may not be able to hold their head up and as a result, often drown. Gulls can often walk, but not fly. Other birds may drag one or both wings, exhibiting poor posture while standing.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Farmers’ Clubs (FCs)’
- The major objective is to promote “Development through credit, technology transfer, awareness and capacity building” of the farmers.
- It is promoted by National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD).
Select the correct statements
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Solution (c)
Farmers’ Clubs (FCs) promoted by National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) are grass root level informal fora organized by the rural branches of banks, Non-Government Organisations (NGOs), Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), etc. The programme is being implemented for the mutual benefit of the banks and the farmers. The major objective is to promote “Development through credit, technology transfer, awareness and capacity building” of the farmers. The clubs are beneficial for banks as well as line departments of the State Government for convergence of the programmes / schemes sponsored / implemented by them.
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Solution (c)
Farmers’ Clubs (FCs) promoted by National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) are grass root level informal fora organized by the rural branches of banks, Non-Government Organisations (NGOs), Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), etc. The programme is being implemented for the mutual benefit of the banks and the farmers. The major objective is to promote “Development through credit, technology transfer, awareness and capacity building” of the farmers. The clubs are beneficial for banks as well as line departments of the State Government for convergence of the programmes / schemes sponsored / implemented by them.
