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Daily-mcqs 12 Jul 2024
Q1:
With reference to the BIMSTEC, consider the following statements: 1. It is a regional multilateral organization, initially formed with four member states. 2. It serves as a bridge between South and Southeast Asia. 3. Its permanent secretariat is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh. 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 hosted BIMSTEC Foreign Ministers amid the ongoing crisis in Myanmar. The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) is a regional multilateral organization comprising seven member states bordering the Bay of Bengal: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand. It was initially formed with four member states (Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka and Thailand) on June 6, 1997, as a result of the Bangkok Declaration. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
It operates through summits, ministerial meetings, senior officials' meetings, and working groups to facilitate cooperation and coordination. BIMSTEC serves as a bridge between South and Southeast Asia, enhancing connectivity and economic integration in the region. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
The principles of BIMSTEC include sovereign equality, territorial integrity, political independence, non-interference in internal affairs, peaceful co-existence, and mutual benefit. Its permanent secretariat is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
Q2:
Consider the following statements about the UN's World Population Prospects 2024 report: Statement-I: Global population growth is expected to slow down significantly due to declining fertility rates. Statement-II: Most countries will experience population decline by the mid-21st century. 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: C
Explanation:
According to the UN's World Population Prospects 2024 report, there is an 80% probability that the world's population will peak within this century, up from 30% a decade ago. The world's population is expected to peak at around 10.3 billion by the mid-2080s, followed by a gradual decline to 10.2 billion by the end of the century. This projection marks a significant decrease from earlier estimates, reflecting substantial declines in fertility rates worldwide. Hence, statement I is correct.
One in four people live in countries where populations have already peaked, with another 48 countries expected to reach peak population between 2025 and 2054. India is projected to maintain its status as the world's most populous country throughout the century, facing unique demographic challenges. Hence, statement II is incorrect.
Q3:
Consider the following statements about the Robot Tax: 1. This tax is proposed to mitigate the negative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption on employment. 2. It aims to levy taxes on companies using AI and automation to subsidize employees who may lose jobs due to technological advancements. 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: D
Explanation:
Recently, the Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM), linked with the RSS, proposed a 'robot tax' to fund retraining programs for workers displaced by AI technologies. Robot Tax refers to a proposed tax on companies that adopt automation technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics, with the aim of offsetting the potential societal costs, such as job displacement. This tax is proposed to mitigate the negative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption on employment. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
Robot Tax aims to levy taxes on companies using AI and automation to subsidize employees who may lose jobs due to technological advancements. The proposal also includes tax incentives for industries that prioritize higher employment-output ratios. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
Q4:
Consider the following statements: 1. It is an international military alliance that was established in 1952. 2. It is made up of 32 countries. 3. Its headquarter is located at Brussels in Belgium. How many of the statements given above are correct about North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)?
A: Only one
B: Only two
C: All three
D: None
Answer: B
Explanation:
Recently, the US President urged NATO members to enhance their industrial capabilities to counter Russia, citing Russia's increased defense production supported by China, Iran, and North Korea. The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is an international military alliance that was established in 1949. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
NATO’s primary goal is to protect the freedom and security of its members through political and military means. It is made up of 32 countries from North America and Europe, including the US, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Turkey. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
A crucial aspect of NATO is Article 5 of the Washington Treaty, which enshrines the principle of collective defense. Its headquarter is located at Brussels in Belgium. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
Q5:
Consider the following passage: Recently, the US government blocked a British court hearing in the British Indian Ocean Territory, citing security concerns regarding a case of allegedly unlawful migrant detention on this atoll. This atoll is located in the Indian Ocean, approximately 1,600 kilometers south of India. It's the largest island of a chain of islands with a central lagoon encircled by a coral reef. This V-shaped island is part of a British Overseas Territory and is home to a significant US military base. The above passage best describes which of the following atolls?
A: Midway Atoll
B: Bikini Atoll
C: Diego Garcia
D: Great Barrier Reef
Answer: C
Explanation:
Recently, the US government blocked a British court hearing in the British Indian Ocean Territory, citing security concerns regarding a case of allegedly unlawful migrant detention on Diego Garcia. Diego Garcia is located in the Indian Ocean, approximately 1,600 kilometers (1,000 miles) south of the southern coast of India. Diego Garcia was discovered by Portuguese explorers in the early 16th century and named after the navigator Diego Garcia de Moguer. It is an atoll, the largest island of the Chagos Archipelago, with a lagoon surrounded by a coral reef. It consists of a V-shaped sand-fringed cay and its lagoon is open at the north end. It is part of the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a British Overseas Territory. It was separated from Mauritius in 1965 as part of the newly created British Indian Ocean Territory. Hence, option (c) is correct.