Current Affairs MCQs Quiz for UPSC, IAS, UPPSC/UPPCS, MPPSC. BPSC, RPSC & All State PSC Exams
Date: 05 August 2023
1. It is proposed as a Reserve Forest in 1905, designated a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1928, and a National Park in 1990. It was included in India's First Tiger Reserves under Project Tiger in 1973. It honored as a World Heritage Site (Natural) by UNESCO in 1985 for its exceptional conservation value. It is a part of Indian Rhino Vision 2020, successfully reintroduced One-Horned Rhinoceros in 2006.
Which Tiger Reserve is discussed in the above passage?
(a) Manas Tiger Reserve
(b) Kaziranga Tiger Reserve
(c) Nameri Tiger Reserve
(d) Orang Tiger Reserve
Answer: (A)
Explanation: Manas Tiger Reserve is a protected area and wildlife sanctuary located in Assam, India. It is proposed as a Reserve Forest in 1905, designated a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1928, and a National Park in 1990. It was included in India's First Tiger Reserves under Project Tiger in 1973. It honored as a World Heritage Site (Natural) by UNESCO in 1985 for its exceptional conservation value. It is a part of Indian Rhino Vision 2020, successfully reintroduced One-Horned Rhinoceros in 2006. It was declared a Biosphere Reserve in 1989, covering a substantial area. Hence, option (a) is correct.
2. Consider the following statements regarding Spike missile:
1. It is a fire-and-forget anti-tank guided missile (ATGM).
2. It is indigenously built in India by the Defence Research and Development
Organisation (DRDO).
3. It can work in non-line-of-sight (NLOS) mode allowing the gunner to operate
from a covered position.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
Answer: (B)
Explanation: The Spike missile is indeed a fire-and-forget anti-tank guided missile (ATGM). It is designed to be launched from various platforms such as ground vehicles, helicopters, and naval vessels. The missile is capable of engaging and destroying armored targets, including tanks, with high precision and effectiveness. It has advanced guidance systems that allow it to be fired and then autonomously track and hit the target without the need for continuous operator control. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
The Spike missile is not indigenously built in India by
the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). The Spike missile
is actually a product of the Israeli defense company Rafael Advanced Defense
Systems. It was developed and manufactured in Israel. However, the Indian
Army has acquired and integrated the Spike missile system into its arsenal
to enhance its anti-tank capabilities. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
It can work in non-line-of-sight (NLOS) mode allowing the gunner to operate
from a covered position. It is available in man-portable, vehicle-launched,
and helicopter-launched variants. It can hit targets from distances of up to
30 kilometres. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
3. With reference to Yellow Bellied Sea Snake, consider the following statements:
1. It is a non-venomous snake species widely distributed
across the Bay of Bengal.
2. The conservation status of this snake is categorized as "Near Threatened" by
the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (D)
Explanation: It is widely distributed across the warm tropical and subtropical waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans. This species is typically found in the Arabian Sea. The Bay of Bengal is not a known habitat for this species. This snake, known scientifically as 'Pelamis platurus,' is typically found in the Arabian Sea and is renowned for its highly poisonous venom. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
The conservation status of this snake is categorized as "Least Concern" by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Its wide distribution and relatively stable population in its natural habitat contribute to this status. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
4. Recently, Novorossiysk Sea Port is in news, it is located on the coast of which sea?
(a) Red Sea
(b) Mediterranean Sea
(c) Black Sea
(d) Caspian Sea
Answer: (C)
Explanation: An unmanned Ukrainian maritime drone collided with a Russian naval vessel at Novorossiysk port. Novorossiysk is a major port city located on the northeastern coast of the Black Sea in Krasnodar Krai, Russia.
Novorossiysk is one of the largest and busiest ports in Russia and the Black Sea region, serving as a crucial gateway for trade and transportation. Novorossiysk is a key outlet for Russia's oil exports. It is connected to major oil-producing regions like the Caspian Sea and Siberia through pipelines, making it vital for energy trade. Hence, option (c) is correct.
5. With reference to eSanjeevani application, consider the following statements:
1. The application offers a comprehensive solution for
medical insurance and its related advantages, making it a convenient platform
for users.
2. It is being designed, developed, deployed and maintained by The Centre for
Development and Advanced Computing (C-DAC).
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (B)
Explanation: eSanjeevani application is a telemedicine app that provides both doctor-to-doctor and doctor-to-patient telecommunication. The app is being designed, developed, deployed and maintained by The Centre for Development and Advanced Computing (C-DAC). Hence, statement 1 is correct.
