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Daily-mcqs 04 Jun 2024

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 04 Jun 2024

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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Consider the following statements about PraVaHa (Parallel RANS Solver for Aerospace Vehicle Aero-thermo-dynamic Analysis):

1. It is a specialized Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software, designed to simulate the complex external and internal flows experienced by aerospace vehicles.

2. It has been extensively used in the Gaganyaan program for the aerodynamic analysis of human-rated launch vehicles.

3. It uses Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to predict aerodynamic and aerothermal loads.

How many of the statements given above are correct? 

A: Only one

B: Only two

C: All three

D: None

Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has developed Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software named Parallel RANS Solver for Aerospace Vehicle Aero-thermo-dynamic Analysis (PraVaHa). PraVaHa (Parallel RANS Solver for Aerospace Vehicle Aero-thermo-dynamic Analysis) is a specialized Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC). This software is designed to simulate the complex external and internal flows experienced by aerospace vehicles, such as launch vehicles and re-entry vehicles, both winged and non-winged. Hence, statement 1 is correct.


The software has been extensively used in the Gaganyaan program for the aerodynamic analysis of human-rated launch vehicles such as HLVM3, the Crew Escape System (CES), and the Crew Module (CM). Hence, statement 2 is correct.


It uses Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to predict aerodynamic and aerothermal loads by numerically solving conservation equations of mass, momentum and energy, along with the equation of state. Hence, statement 3 is correct.


Q2:

With reference to the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), consider the following statements:

1. It is a statutory body and was established on 5 September 2008 under Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.

2. It is responsible for regulating and supervising the food safety and standards in India.

3. It consists of a Chair-person and 18 members representing various stakeholders including the technology sector, environmental groups and medical professionals.

How many of the statements given above are correct? 

A: Only one

B: Only two

C: All three

D: None

Answer: B

Explanation:

Recently, the FSSAI issued a directive mandating all food business operators to remove any claim of "100% fruit juice" from labels and advertisements of reconstituted fruit juices with immediate effect. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is a statutory body established under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. It was established on 5 September 2008 under Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Hence, statement 1 is correct.


It serves as the apex body responsible for regulating and supervising the food safety and standards in India. Its regulations aim to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote consumer confidence in the food supply chain. Hence, statement 2 is correct.


It is comprised of a Chair-person and 22 members representing various stakeholders including food industry, consumer organizations and food scientists. Its headquarter is in New Delhi. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.


Q3:

Consider the following statements about the Bank Clinic.

1. It is an initiative launched by the National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM).

2. It aims to assist banks employees in addressing their grievances.

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

Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, the bank employees of All India Bank Employees' Association launched Bank Clinic. The Bank Clinic is an initiative launched by the All India Bank Employees' Association (AIBEA). Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.


It aims to assist bank customers in addressing their grievances, particularly in light of rapid technological expansion and evolving Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines on retail banking. Customers can fill out complaint details, create a ticket and expect a response within five working days. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.


Q4:

Consider the following statements about Agnibaan Rocket:

1. It is produced by Agnikul Cosmos in Chennai, India.

2. It is a mobile small-lift launch system and manufactured by 3D printing as a whole.

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

Explanation:

Last week, Agnikul Cosmos, a private space company, successfully launched its domestically built Agnibaan Rocket. Agnibaan (Sanskrit, ISO: Agni 'Fire', Bāṇa 'Arrow') is produced by Agnikul Cosmos in Chennai, India. It is a mobile small-lift launch system currently under development. It is capable of placing a 100 kg (220 lb) satellite into a 700 km (430 mi) orbit. The rocket will be 18 meters long with a diameter of 1.3 meters and a lift-off mass of 14,000 kg (31,000 lb). It is manufactured by 3D printing as a whole. Hence, statements 1 and 2 both are correct.


Q5:

Consider the following passage:

Recently, India sends humanitarian assistance to this country including 90 tonnes of ‘Made In India’ active pharmaceutical ingredients. This is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea. This country shares its borders with the United States (Florida) and the Atlantic Ocean to the north, the Caribbean Sea to the south, the Windward Passage (separating it from Haiti) to the east, and the Yucatán Channel (separating it from Mexico) to the west.

The above passage best describes which of the following countries?

A: Dominica

B: Jamaica

C: Cuba

D: Saint Lucia

Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, India sends humanitarian assistance to Cuba including 90 tonnes of ‘Made In India’ active pharmaceutical ingredients. Cuba is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea. Cuba shares its borders with the United States (Florida) and the Atlantic Ocean to the north, the Caribbean Sea to the south, the Windward Passage (separating it from Haiti) to the east, and the Yucatán Channel (separating it from Mexico) to the west. Havana is the capital of Cuba. The highest point in Cuba is Pico Turquino, located in the Sierra Maestra mountain range in southeastern Cuba. Cuba has a tropical climate. Hence, option (c) is correct.