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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 02 Sep 2024

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

With reference to the Dongria Kondh Tribe, consider the following statements:

1. They are a particularly vulnerable tribal group in Odisha.

2. They are a primitive subgroup of the Kondhs.

3. They do not practice horticulture and shifting cultivation.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

A: Only one

B: Only two

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Recently, the generation of Dongria Kondh tribals in Odisha’s Rayagada district have struggled with education access due to their remote, hilly forest location. The Dongria Kondh are a particularly vulnerable tribal group (PVTG) from the Rayagada and Kalahandi districts of Odisha. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

Dongria Kondh tribe are a primitive subgroup of the Kondhs of the Munda ethnic group who live in the Niyamgiri hills of Odisha. They are known for their traditional handloom sarees, the Dongria saree. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

The Dongria Kondh practice horticulture and shifting cultivation.The people of Niyamgiri speak Kui language, which is spoken but not written, mainly among the Kondh community. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.

Q2:

Consider the following statements about India Post Payments Bank (IPPB):

1. It is a subsidiary of the Indian postal department.

2. It was setup under the Department of Post, Ministry of Communication.

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

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Answer: C

Explanation:

India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) celebrated its 7th Foundation Day (IPPB Day) on 1st September 2024. The India Post Payments Bank is a subsidiary of the Indian postal department. It was launched as a pilot project on January 30, 2017, in Ranchi (Jharkhand) and Raipur (Chhattisgarh). Hence, statement 1 is correct.

India Post Payments Bank is fully owned by the Government of India under the Department of Post, Ministry of Communication. It aims to provide accessible, efficient banking services to every household in India, promoting financial inclusion and empowerment. Hence, statement 2 is also correct.

Q3:

With reference to the Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment (BioE3) Policy, consider the following statements:

1. This policy is a milestone for India's bioeconomy.

2. It aligns with India's goals of a ‘Net Zero’ carbon economy.

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

A: 1 only

B: 2 only

C: Both 1 and 2

D: Neither 1 nor 2

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Answer: D

Explanation:

Recently, the Union Minister for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh released the Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment (BioE3) Policy 2024 in New Delhi. The Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment policy is a milestone for India's bioeconomy and aims to be a game-changer for achieving Viksit Bharat @2047. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

BioE3 Policy aligns with India's goals of a ‘Net Zero’ carbon economy and supports Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment). India's bioeconomy has grown from $10 billion in 2014 to over $130 billion in 2024, with a projection to reach $300 billion by 2030. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

Q4:

Consider the following passage:

Recently, this country announced to conduct a comprehensive population and housing census scheduled from October 1 to 15 to gather accurate population statistics. This country is located in Southeast Asia. This country shares its borders with Laos to the east, Bangladesh and India to the northwest, China to the northeast, Thailand to the southeast, the Andaman Sea to the south and the Bay of Bengal to the southwest.

The above passage best describes about which of the following countries?

A: Myanmar

B: Vietnam

C: Cambodia

D: Malaysia

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Recently, Myanmar announced to conduct a comprehensive population and housing census scheduled from October 1 to 15 to gather accurate population statistics. Myanmar, also known as Burma (the official name until 1989), is a country located in Southeast Asia. Naypyidaw is the capital of Myanmar. Myanmar shares its borders with Laos to the east, Bangladesh and India to the northwest, China to the northeast, Thailand to the southeast, the Andaman Sea to the south and the Bay of Bengal to the southwest. The highest point in Myanmar is Hkakabo Razi, located in the northern part of the country, in the Himalayan Mountain range. Hence, option (a) is correct.

Q5:

Consider the following statements about Forever Chemicals:

1. They are neither extremely durable nor persistent in the environment.

2. They are used in nonstick cookware and water-resistant textiles.

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

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Forever chemicals, also known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are a group of man-made chemicals that are extremely durable and persistent in the environment. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

Forever chemicals are used in many products, including nonstick cookware, water-resistant textiles and fire suppression foams. Hence, statement 2 is correct.