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Consider the following statements about Bhoj wetland
Choose the correct statements:
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
| Statement 1 | Statement 2 |
| Correct | Incorrect |
| · It consists of two contiguous human-made reservoirs, the upper and lower lakes located in the city of Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
· The Upper lake is called Bhojtal (Bada Talaab) and Lower Lake is known as Chhota Talaab. · The lakes are very rich in biodiversity, particularly for macrophytes, phytoplankton and zooplankton. · It has more than 15 kinds of fishes and several vulnerable speciesincluding turtles, amphibians and aquatic invertebrates. · It is designated as the Ramsar site in 2002. |
· The Montreux record is a register of wetland sides on the list of wetlands of international importance where changes in ecological character have occurred, are occurring, or are likely to occur as a result of technological developments, pollution or other human interference.
· Currently, 48 sites were listed in the Montreux Record. Indian sites in the like Keoladeo National Park-Rajasthan, Loktak Lake – Manipur are included in Montreux Record. |
Context: NGT tells M.P. govt. to stop motorised boats, cruise in wetlands
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
| Statement 1 | Statement 2 |
| Correct | Incorrect |
| · It consists of two contiguous human-made reservoirs, the upper and lower lakes located in the city of Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
· The Upper lake is called Bhojtal (Bada Talaab) and Lower Lake is known as Chhota Talaab. · The lakes are very rich in biodiversity, particularly for macrophytes, phytoplankton and zooplankton. · It has more than 15 kinds of fishes and several vulnerable speciesincluding turtles, amphibians and aquatic invertebrates. · It is designated as the Ramsar site in 2002. |
· The Montreux record is a register of wetland sides on the list of wetlands of international importance where changes in ecological character have occurred, are occurring, or are likely to occur as a result of technological developments, pollution or other human interference.
· Currently, 48 sites were listed in the Montreux Record. Indian sites in the like Keoladeo National Park-Rajasthan, Loktak Lake – Manipur are included in Montreux Record. |
Context: NGT tells M.P. govt. to stop motorised boats, cruise in wetlands
Consider the following statements
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
| Option b |
| Correct |
| · SID serves as India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for the skill development, education, employment and entrepreneurship ecosystem.
· SID Platform aims to bring all skilling initiatives under a single umbrella and provide skill development and entrepreneurial support to people. · Built by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) in collaboration with multiple industry players, the platform is part of the World Bank-assisted Skill Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion (SANKALP) programme. · The platform aligns with the vision articulated in the G20 framework for building Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and the digital economy.
· Skill Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion (“SANKALP”) is a programme of the Ministry of Skill Development with loan assistance from the World Bank. It aims to improve short term skill training qualitatively and quantitatively through strengthening institutions, bringing in better market connectivity and inclusion of marginalized sections of the society. SANKALP was launched on 19th January 2018 and has a tenure till March 2023. |
Context: Dharmendra Pradhan launches ‘Skill India Digital’ platform for education and employment revolution
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
| Option b |
| Correct |
| · SID serves as India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for the skill development, education, employment and entrepreneurship ecosystem.
· SID Platform aims to bring all skilling initiatives under a single umbrella and provide skill development and entrepreneurial support to people. · Built by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) in collaboration with multiple industry players, the platform is part of the World Bank-assisted Skill Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion (SANKALP) programme. · The platform aligns with the vision articulated in the G20 framework for building Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and the digital economy.
· Skill Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion (“SANKALP”) is a programme of the Ministry of Skill Development with loan assistance from the World Bank. It aims to improve short term skill training qualitatively and quantitatively through strengthening institutions, bringing in better market connectivity and inclusion of marginalized sections of the society. SANKALP was launched on 19th January 2018 and has a tenure till March 2023. |
Context: Dharmendra Pradhan launches ‘Skill India Digital’ platform for education and employment revolution
Consider the following statements about Bandipur Tiger Reserve (BTR)
Choose the correct statements:
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
| Statement 1 | Statement 2 | Statement 3 |
| Correct | Correct | Correct |
| · It is situated in two contiguous districts (Mysore and Chamarajanagar) of Karnataka and located at the tri-junction area of the States of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
· Geographically, it is an “ecological confluence” of the Western and Eastern Ghats. |
· It is part of the larger Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, which is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
· BTR is surrounded by: · Nagarahole Tiger Reserve (Tamil Nadu) in the North West (Kabini Reservoir separates the two). · Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (Tamil Nadu) in the South. · Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala) in the South West. |
· Rivers: It is surrounded by River Kabini in its north and River Moyar in its south.
· Climate: Bandipur has a typical tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. Flora: · It comprises diverse vegetation of dry deciduous to tropical mixed deciduous. · It includes rosewood, Indian kino tree, sandalwood, Indian laurel, clumping bamboo and giant clumping bamboo etc. Fauna: · It is a shelter for the largest population of wild Asian elephants in South Asia. · It comprises other mammals such as Bengal tiger, gaur, sloth bear, golden jackal, dhole and four-horned antelope etc. |
Context: Forest Department directs ESZ monitoring committee to take action against illegal cottages in Bandipur Tiger Reserve
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
| Statement 1 | Statement 2 | Statement 3 |
| Correct | Correct | Correct |
| · It is situated in two contiguous districts (Mysore and Chamarajanagar) of Karnataka and located at the tri-junction area of the States of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
· Geographically, it is an “ecological confluence” of the Western and Eastern Ghats. |
· It is part of the larger Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, which is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
· BTR is surrounded by: · Nagarahole Tiger Reserve (Tamil Nadu) in the North West (Kabini Reservoir separates the two). · Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (Tamil Nadu) in the South. · Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala) in the South West. |
· Rivers: It is surrounded by River Kabini in its north and River Moyar in its south.
· Climate: Bandipur has a typical tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. Flora: · It comprises diverse vegetation of dry deciduous to tropical mixed deciduous. · It includes rosewood, Indian kino tree, sandalwood, Indian laurel, clumping bamboo and giant clumping bamboo etc. Fauna: · It is a shelter for the largest population of wild Asian elephants in South Asia. · It comprises other mammals such as Bengal tiger, gaur, sloth bear, golden jackal, dhole and four-horned antelope etc. |
Context: Forest Department directs ESZ monitoring committee to take action against illegal cottages in Bandipur Tiger Reserve
MotoGP, recently seen in news is?
Solution (b)
| Option b |
| Correct |
| · The MotoGP, or Grand Prix Motorcycle Racing, is the premier motorcycle championship in the world.
· It is the oldest motorsport championship in the world, with the first-ever annual competition being held in 1949. · The governing body for MotoGP is the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM). About MotoGP 2023: · The 2023 season has 11 teams and 22 riders – two riders from each team. · This season has 21 Grand Prix races in 2023 around the world. One of these locations this season is India. Where is the Moto GP race in India? · Moto GP Bharat this year will be hosted at the Buddh International Circuit in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. · It is a five-kilometre-long track with a width of 12 metres. · This track has 16 corners, 8 being left-hand corners and 8 being right-hand corners. · The longest straight on this track is 1006 metres. |
Context: It was in news
Solution (b)
| Option b |
| Correct |
| · The MotoGP, or Grand Prix Motorcycle Racing, is the premier motorcycle championship in the world.
· It is the oldest motorsport championship in the world, with the first-ever annual competition being held in 1949. · The governing body for MotoGP is the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM). About MotoGP 2023: · The 2023 season has 11 teams and 22 riders – two riders from each team. · This season has 21 Grand Prix races in 2023 around the world. One of these locations this season is India. Where is the Moto GP race in India? · Moto GP Bharat this year will be hosted at the Buddh International Circuit in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. · It is a five-kilometre-long track with a width of 12 metres. · This track has 16 corners, 8 being left-hand corners and 8 being right-hand corners. · The longest straight on this track is 1006 metres. |
Context: It was in news
Consider the following initiatives
How many of the above initiatives are launched under the eCourts Project?
Solution (d)
| Option d |
| Correct |
| · The eCourts Project was conceptualized on the basis of the “National Policy and Action Plan for Implementation of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the Indian Judiciary – 2005” submitted by eCommittee, Supreme Court of India, with a vision to transform the Indian Judiciary by ICT enablement of Courts.
· Ecommittee is a body constituted by the Government of India in pursuance of a proposal received from Hon’ble the Chief Justice of India to constitute an eCommittee to assist him in formulating a National Policy on computerization of the Indian Judiciary and advise on technological communication and management-related changes. · It is a Pan-India Project, monitored and funded by the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India for the District Courts across the country. Major Initiatives Launched under the Project: · Case Information Software (CIS) based on customised Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS) has been developed. · National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG) is a flagship project launched in 2015 for monitoring the pendency and disposal of cases in HCs and Subordinate Courts. · Virtual Courts (as of July 2022, there are 20 Virtual Courts in 16 States/UTs) and using Video Conferencing. · An eFiling system has been rolled out for the electronic filing of legal papers with advanced features like online submission of Vakalatnama, eSigning, online video recording of oath, etc. · eSewa Kendras: To make justice delivery inclusive and to mitigate handicaps caused by digital divide, eSewa Kendras have been rolled out to provide e-filing services to lawyers and litigants. · National Service and Tracking of Electronic Processes (NSTEP) has been developed for technology-enabled process serving and issuing of summons. It has currently been implemented in 28 HCs. · Secure, Scalable & Sugamya Website as a Service (S3WAAS) Website: A new divyang- friendly website in 13 regional languages to enable them to access the information using assistive technologies. · IEC and Training: As part of the IEC campaign, several initiatives have been taken to educate the Judicial Officers, lawyers and public about the facilities available. |
Context: Cabinet approves third phase of the eCourts project.
Solution (d)
| Option d |
| Correct |
| · The eCourts Project was conceptualized on the basis of the “National Policy and Action Plan for Implementation of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the Indian Judiciary – 2005” submitted by eCommittee, Supreme Court of India, with a vision to transform the Indian Judiciary by ICT enablement of Courts.
· Ecommittee is a body constituted by the Government of India in pursuance of a proposal received from Hon’ble the Chief Justice of India to constitute an eCommittee to assist him in formulating a National Policy on computerization of the Indian Judiciary and advise on technological communication and management-related changes. · It is a Pan-India Project, monitored and funded by the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India for the District Courts across the country. Major Initiatives Launched under the Project: · Case Information Software (CIS) based on customised Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS) has been developed. · National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG) is a flagship project launched in 2015 for monitoring the pendency and disposal of cases in HCs and Subordinate Courts. · Virtual Courts (as of July 2022, there are 20 Virtual Courts in 16 States/UTs) and using Video Conferencing. · An eFiling system has been rolled out for the electronic filing of legal papers with advanced features like online submission of Vakalatnama, eSigning, online video recording of oath, etc. · eSewa Kendras: To make justice delivery inclusive and to mitigate handicaps caused by digital divide, eSewa Kendras have been rolled out to provide e-filing services to lawyers and litigants. · National Service and Tracking of Electronic Processes (NSTEP) has been developed for technology-enabled process serving and issuing of summons. It has currently been implemented in 28 HCs. · Secure, Scalable & Sugamya Website as a Service (S3WAAS) Website: A new divyang- friendly website in 13 regional languages to enable them to access the information using assistive technologies. · IEC and Training: As part of the IEC campaign, several initiatives have been taken to educate the Judicial Officers, lawyers and public about the facilities available. |
Context: Cabinet approves third phase of the eCourts project.
