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Daily-mcqs 07 Sep 2024
Q1:
With reference to the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), consider the following statements: 1. It is a free trade pact between India and the United Arab Emirates only. 2. It facilitates technology transfer and strengthens cooperation in emerging sectors, such as renewable energy. 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: B
Explanation:
Recently, the Indian Business and Professional Council Dubai in Coordination with the Consulate General of India hosted a celebratory event marking the second anniversary of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement is a free trade pact between India and other countries that covers a variety of economic areas. India has also signed CEPAs with South Korea and Japan. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement facilitates technology transfer, promotes skill development and strengthens cooperation in emerging sectors, such as renewable energy. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
Q2:
Consider the following statements about Agni-4 Ballistic Missile: 1. It is an Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile. 2. Its launch was conducted under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command. 3. Agni series consists of long-range, nuclear-capable surface-to-surface ballistic missiles. How many of the statements given above are correct?
A: Only one
B: Only Two
C: All three
D: None
Answer: C
Explanation:
Recently, India has carried out a successful launch of an Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile, Agni-4, from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur in Odisha. Agni-4 Ballistic Missile is an Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM). Hence, statement 1 is correct.
The launch was conducted under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command (SFC) and validated all operational and technical parameters. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
The Agni series consists of long-range, nuclear-capable surface-to-surface ballistic missiles developed by India, with varying ranges to target strategic goals. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
Q3:
Consider the following statements about Yettinahole Project: 1. It is a large-scale water supply initiative undertaken by the Kerala government. 2. It aims to provide drinking water to drought-prone areas of Kerala. 3. The project is being implemented by Visvesaraya Jala Nigam Ltd. How many of the statements given above are correct?
A: Only one
B: Only Two
C: All three
D: None
Answer: A
Explanation:
Recently, the first stage of the Yettinahole drinking water supply project was inaugurated at Hebbanahalli in Hassan district of Karnataka. The Yettinahole Integrated Drinking Water Supply Project is a large-scale water supply initiative undertaken by the Karnataka government. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
Yettinahole Project aims to provide drinking water to drought-prone areas of Karnataka, primarily benefiting Kolar and Chickballapur districts. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
The project also aims to utilize 24.01 tmcft of water, with 14.056 tmcft specifically allocated for drinking water purposes. The total cost of the project is ₹23,251 crore and it is expected to be completed by 2027. The project is being implemented by Visvesaraya Jala Nigam Ltd. (VJNL), which is responsible for ensuring the water supply. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
Q4:
Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Statement-II: Which of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
A: Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement –II is the correct explanation of Statement-I
B: Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
C: Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
D: Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Answer: D
Explanation:
The Indian Navy’s frontline warship INS Tabar participated in the 22nd edition of India-France Bilateral Exercise VARUNA in the Mediterranean Sea. INS Tabar is a Talwar-class stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, commissioned into service on April 19, 2004. Hence, statement I is incorrect.
INS Tabar is designed for anti-submarine, anti-aircraft, and anti-surface warfare. It is equipped with stealth technology, which helps in minimizing its detection by radar and other surveillance systems. Hence, statement II is correct.
Q5:
Consider the following pairs: Military Exercises Countries Ekuverin India and Maldives Dosti India and Nepal Ekatha India and Sri Lanka How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
A: Only one pair
B: Only two pairs
C: All three pairs
D: None of the pairs
Answer: A
Explanation:
India and Maldives discussed speeding up defence projects after S. Jaishankar's recent Male visit. India and Maldives discussed speeding up defence projects soon after S. Jaishankar's visit amid strained ties. First held in 2009, Ekuverin is an annual military exercise between the Indian Army and the Maldives National Defence Force. It primarily focuses on counter-terrorism, counter-insurgency and medical evacuation operations. Hence, pair 1 is correctly matched.
Dosti is a biennial trilateral exercise involving the coast guards of India, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. Initially conducted between the Indian and Maldives Coast Guards in 1991, Sri Lanka joined the exercise in 2012. The most recent Dosti exercise was held in 2021. Hence, pair 2 is not correctly matched.
Ekatha is an annual naval exercise between the navies of India and the Maldives, aimed at enhancing maritime cooperation and security. Hence, pair 3 is not correctly matched.
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