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Q 1. The trade wind becomes extremely strong, and an abnormal accumulation of cold water occurs in the eastern Pacific Ocean. This phenomenon is called:
A. El Nino
B. La Nino
C. Southern Oscillation
D. Thermohaline circulation
Answer: (B)
Recently, Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) predicted, that a third consecutive event of La Nina could be underway which could lead to unusual weather effects in various countries.
Option (B) is correct: La Nina is just the opposite to the condition of El Nino. When trade winds are strong, colder water up wells on the East Pacific Ocean, walker air circulation is confined to the west Pacific, wet condition in Southeast Asia and dry weather in South America is observed. In the western Pacific, La Nina increases the potential for landfall in those areas most vulnerable to their effects, especially in continental Asia and China.
- It also leads to heavy floods in Australia.
- There are increased temperatures in Western Pacific, Indian Ocean, and off the Somalian coast.
El Nino is a phenomenon that occurs in the equatorial Pacific Ocean characterized by a positive sea surface temperature departure from normal in the region lying within the latitude 5°N to 5°S and longitudes 120° W to 170°W.
The difference in the atmospheric pressure between the west and east tropical Southern Pacific Ocean is referred to as Southern Oscillation.
Thermohaline circulation is a large circulation of ocean water due to differences in temperature and salinity.
Q 2. With reference to the National Sports Day, consider the following statements:
- National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29th every year.
- The day was first observed in 2012 as a tribute to Major Dhyanchand.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (C)
The National Sports Day or Rashtriya Khel Divas is celebrated on 29th August every year in India as a tribute to hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand who was born on this date in 1905.
Statement 1 is correct: National Sports Day, or Rashtriya Khel Divas, is an annual observance that falls on August 29. The day commemorates the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, the hockey wizard of India. The purpose behind the observance of National Sports Day is to celebrate the legacy of Major Dhyanchand while creating awareness about the need and benefits of incorporating sports and physical activities into our day to life.
Statement 2 is correct: The day was first observed in 2012 as a tribute to Major Dhyanchand. Born on August 29, 1905, Major Dhyanchand went on to become one of the legends in the game of hockey. He started off his career with the British Indian Army regimental squad.
Q 3. ‘Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana’ had been launched for
A. providing housing loans to poor people at cheaper interest rates
B. promoting women’s Self-Help Groups in backward areas
C. promoting financial inclusion in the country
D. providing financial help to the marginalized communities
Answer: (C)
Recently, Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) – National Mission for Financial Inclusion, completed eight years of successful implementation.
Option (C) is correct: Financial inclusion is defined as the process of ensuring access to financial services and timely and adequate credit where needed by vulnerable groups such as weaker sections and low-income groups at an affordable cost. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) is the National Mission for Financial Inclusion. It ensures access to financial services, namely, Banking/ Savings & Deposit Accounts, remittances, Credit, Insurance, and Pension in an affordable manner.
Q 4. The National Forensic Sciences works under which of the following ministries?
A. Ministry of Home Affairs
B. Ministry of Science and Technology.
C. Ministry of Education
D. Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
Answer: (A)
Recently, the Union Home and Cooperation Minister addressed the First convocation of the National Forensic Science University (NFSU).
Statement (A) is correct: The National Forensic Sciences University with the status of an Institution of National Importance is the world’s first and only University dedicated to Forensic, behavioral, cybersecurity, digital forensics, and allied Sciences. Apart from Gujarat, its campuses have been opened in Bhopal, Goa, Tripura, Manipur, and Guwahati. It works under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Q 5. With reference to the Aadhar, consider the following statements:
- Aadhaar number can be used as a proof of citizenship or domicile.
- Aadhaar number can be deactivated or omitted by the Issuing Authority.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (A)
Recently, the Election Commission (EC) started a campaign to promote the linkage of Voter ID and Aadhaar.
UIDAI is responsible for the issuance of a 12-digit Unique Identification number (UID), named as “Aadhaar”, to all residents of India that is robust enough to eliminate duplicate and fake identities and can be verified and authenticated in an easy, cost-effective way.
Statement 1 is not correct: The Aadhaar platform helps service providers authenticate the identity of residents electronically, in a safe and quick manner, making service delivery more cost-effective and efficient. According to the GoI and UIDAI, Aadhaar is not a proof of citizenship.
Statement 2 is correct: UIDAI has also published a set of contingencies when the Aadhaar issued by it is liable for rejection. An Aadhaar with mixed or anomalous biometric information or multiple names in a single name (like Urf or Alias) can be deactivated. Aadhaar can also get deactivated upon non-usage of the same for three consecutive years.
