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Consider the following statement with respect to Digi Yatra initiative:
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Solution (d)
This biometric boarding system is part of the first phase of Digi Yatra scheme’s implementation
Digi Yatra initiative aims to make air travel paperless and hassle-free in the country, and proposes to simplify passenger-related processes at various check points at the airport by using FRT-based biometric scanning.
Once implemented, air travellers who choose to use the service won’t have to show their tickets, boarding passes, or physical identity cards at several points at the airport. This in turn would reduce queue waiting time and accelerate processing time.
Passengers’ biometric information will be collected via an app, and deleted 24 hours after flight departure. And the security of the FRT system will be tested independently
Article Link:
https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/technology/the-hindu-explains-facial-recognition-tech-in-indian-airports/article37885267.ece
Solution (d)
This biometric boarding system is part of the first phase of Digi Yatra scheme’s implementation
Digi Yatra initiative aims to make air travel paperless and hassle-free in the country, and proposes to simplify passenger-related processes at various check points at the airport by using FRT-based biometric scanning.
Once implemented, air travellers who choose to use the service won’t have to show their tickets, boarding passes, or physical identity cards at several points at the airport. This in turn would reduce queue waiting time and accelerate processing time.
Passengers’ biometric information will be collected via an app, and deleted 24 hours after flight departure. And the security of the FRT system will be tested independently
Article Link:
https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/technology/the-hindu-explains-facial-recognition-tech-in-indian-airports/article37885267.ece
Recently Rajya Sabha passed the Dam Safety Bill, 2019. In this regard consider the following statements:
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Solution (d)
The Dam Safety Bill, 2019, which provides for the surveillance, inspection, operation and maintenance of all specified dams across the country, and has been debated for decades, finally got the nod of the Rajya Sabha. In August 2019, the Bill was approved by the Lok Sabha.
India ranks third globally with 5,745 large dams in operation. According to the National Register of Large Dams prepared in June 2019 by the Central Dam Safety Organisation (CDSO) in the Central Water Commission (CWC), 67 dams were built prior to the 20th century and 1,039 dams during the first 70 years of the 20th century.
Even though the CWC, along with the CDSO, has been functioning as the apex body to advise States on issues of dam safety, there is no specific Central law that governs the subject, given the situation that the ownership of dams and their maintenance predominantly falls in the purview of the States.
The Bill covers those dams having the height of over 15 metres and between 10 and 15 metres with certain stipulations. It seeks to create two national institutions — National Committee on Dam Safety to evolve dam safety policies and recommend necessary regulations, and the National Dam Safety Authority to implement policies and address unresolved issues between two States.
The legislation also envisages the formation of State Dam Safety Organisations and State Committees on Dam Safety. Dam owners will be held responsible for construction, operation, maintenance and supervision of dams.
Article Link:
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/explained-what-is-the-debate-on-the-dam-safety-bill/article37846798.ece
Solution (d)
The Dam Safety Bill, 2019, which provides for the surveillance, inspection, operation and maintenance of all specified dams across the country, and has been debated for decades, finally got the nod of the Rajya Sabha. In August 2019, the Bill was approved by the Lok Sabha.
India ranks third globally with 5,745 large dams in operation. According to the National Register of Large Dams prepared in June 2019 by the Central Dam Safety Organisation (CDSO) in the Central Water Commission (CWC), 67 dams were built prior to the 20th century and 1,039 dams during the first 70 years of the 20th century.
Even though the CWC, along with the CDSO, has been functioning as the apex body to advise States on issues of dam safety, there is no specific Central law that governs the subject, given the situation that the ownership of dams and their maintenance predominantly falls in the purview of the States.
The Bill covers those dams having the height of over 15 metres and between 10 and 15 metres with certain stipulations. It seeks to create two national institutions — National Committee on Dam Safety to evolve dam safety policies and recommend necessary regulations, and the National Dam Safety Authority to implement policies and address unresolved issues between two States.
The legislation also envisages the formation of State Dam Safety Organisations and State Committees on Dam Safety. Dam owners will be held responsible for construction, operation, maintenance and supervision of dams.
Article Link:
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/explained-what-is-the-debate-on-the-dam-safety-bill/article37846798.ece
Recently Physella acuta, which is globally branded as highly invasive snail species reported in Kerala. In this regard consider the following statements:
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Solution (c)
Highly invasive snail species reported in Kerala
A tiny snail with a striking, pellucid golden-yellow shell found in the Edappally canal in Kochi has been flagged as an invasive species that could play havoc with native ecosystems.
Cochin University of Science and Technology (CuUSAT) have pinned it down as the acute bladder snail Physella acuta, globally branded as highly invasive.
It plays host to worms that can cause food-borne diseases and skin itches in humans. Its rapid growth rate, air-breathing capability, and tolerance to pollution make the Physella acuta a potential competitor to native fauna.
Physella acuta is considered native to North America but is now found in all continents except Antarctica. The snail was first reported in India in the early 1990s.
Article Link:
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/highly-invasive-snail-species-reported-in-kerala/article37869236.ece
Solution (c)
Highly invasive snail species reported in Kerala
A tiny snail with a striking, pellucid golden-yellow shell found in the Edappally canal in Kochi has been flagged as an invasive species that could play havoc with native ecosystems.
Cochin University of Science and Technology (CuUSAT) have pinned it down as the acute bladder snail Physella acuta, globally branded as highly invasive.
It plays host to worms that can cause food-borne diseases and skin itches in humans. Its rapid growth rate, air-breathing capability, and tolerance to pollution make the Physella acuta a potential competitor to native fauna.
Physella acuta is considered native to North America but is now found in all continents except Antarctica. The snail was first reported in India in the early 1990s.
Article Link:
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/highly-invasive-snail-species-reported-in-kerala/article37869236.ece
India Observes ‘Maitri Diwas’ with which of the following country?
Solution (c)
Liberation Of Bangladesh: India Observes ‘Maitri Diwas’ To Mark 50 Years Of Friendship
India and Bangladesh are jointly observing ‘Maitri Diwas’ or ‘Friendship Day’ to commemorate 50 years of the Bangladesh Liberation War 1971 and India’s role in the neighbouring nation’s freedom struggle.
India would further “expand and deepen” ties with Bangladesh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday, marking Maitri Divas that commemorates the day when India recognised Bangladesh as an independent country in 1971.
The war to liberate Bangladesh began on December 3, 1971 and ended with the signing of the Instrument of Surrender by Pakistani General A.A.K. Niazi on December 16. Three days after the beginning of the war, the government of India, Prime Minister Indira Gandhi recognised Bangladesh as an independent nation.
Article Link:
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/look-forward-to-continue-working-with-bangladesh-pm-to-further-deepen-ties-pm-modi/article37861900.ece
Solution (c)
Liberation Of Bangladesh: India Observes ‘Maitri Diwas’ To Mark 50 Years Of Friendship
India and Bangladesh are jointly observing ‘Maitri Diwas’ or ‘Friendship Day’ to commemorate 50 years of the Bangladesh Liberation War 1971 and India’s role in the neighbouring nation’s freedom struggle.
India would further “expand and deepen” ties with Bangladesh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday, marking Maitri Divas that commemorates the day when India recognised Bangladesh as an independent country in 1971.
The war to liberate Bangladesh began on December 3, 1971 and ended with the signing of the Instrument of Surrender by Pakistani General A.A.K. Niazi on December 16. Three days after the beginning of the war, the government of India, Prime Minister Indira Gandhi recognised Bangladesh as an independent nation.
Article Link:
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/look-forward-to-continue-working-with-bangladesh-pm-to-further-deepen-ties-pm-modi/article37861900.ece
The AK-203 rifles will be manufactured by an Indo-Russian joint venture company, at Amethi, India. In this regard consider the following statements:
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Solution (c)
The AK-203 assault rifles will be manufactured by an Indo-Russian joint venture company, Indo-Russia Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL), based at Amethi, India
The project will be implemented by a special purpose vehicle, Indo-Russian Rifles Private Ltd (IRRPL).
AK-203 rifles would replace Indian Small Arms System (INSAS) rifles, inducted over three decades ago.
AK-203 assault rifles, with an effective range of 300 meters, are light weight, robust and easy to use modern assault rifles with a proven technology
Article Link:
https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/lucknow/big-boost-to-make-in-india-govt-india-russia-arms-unit-to-be-set-up-in-amethi-7656756/
Solution (c)
The AK-203 assault rifles will be manufactured by an Indo-Russian joint venture company, Indo-Russia Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL), based at Amethi, India
The project will be implemented by a special purpose vehicle, Indo-Russian Rifles Private Ltd (IRRPL).
AK-203 rifles would replace Indian Small Arms System (INSAS) rifles, inducted over three decades ago.
AK-203 assault rifles, with an effective range of 300 meters, are light weight, robust and easy to use modern assault rifles with a proven technology
Article Link:
https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/lucknow/big-boost-to-make-in-india-govt-india-russia-arms-unit-to-be-set-up-in-amethi-7656756/
