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Daily-mcqs 19 Nov 2024

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 19 Nov 2024

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Consider the following statements about Prime Minister Modi's recent visit to Nigeria:

1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with Nigeria’s highest national distinction, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON).

2. Queen Elizabeth was the first foreign dignitary to receive the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) in 1969.

Which of the above statements are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: Both

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1: Incorrect. Prime Minister Modi was conferred with Nigeria’s second-highest national distinction, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON), not the highest.

Statement 2: Correct. Queen Elizabeth was the first foreign recipient of the GCON in 1969.

Q2:

Consider the following statements about Manoj Bajpayee's film The Fable:

1.    The Fable won the prestigious Best Film award at the 38th Leeds International Film Festival (LIFF) in the Constellation Feature Film Competition.

2.    The Fable was directed by Manoj Bajpayee and has received widespread recognition for its storytelling and cinematic excellence.

3.    The film had its world premiere at the 2024 Berlinale Film Festival.

4.    The Fable won the Special Jury Prize at the 2024 MAMI Mumbai Film Festival.

How many of the above statements are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: Only 3

D: All four

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Statement 1: Correct. The Fable won the Best Film award at the 38th Leeds International Film Festival (LIFF) in the Constellation Feature Film Competition.
Statement 2: Incorrect. The Fable was directed by Ram Reddy, not Manoj Bajpayee. Bajpayee starred in the film but did not direct it.
Statement 3: Correct. The film had its world premiere at the 2024 Berlinale Film Festival.
Statement 4: Correct. The Fable won the Special Jury Prize at the 2024 MAMI Mumbai Film Festival.

Q3:

Consider the following statements about BSNL's direct-to-device satellite internet service:

1.    BSNL's satellite internet service is India’s first direct-to-device satellite internet service, offering connectivity in remote and underserved regions without the need for traditional broadband infrastructure.

2.    The service operates using Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites and requires users to install satellite dishes or receivers on their devices.

3.    BSNL’s satellite internet service allows users to make emergency calls and send SOS messages even when cellular or Wi-Fi networks are unavailable.

4.    One of the major benefits of BSNL's satellite internet service is its quick deployment, making it ideal for disaster-stricken areas and remote regions where traditional internet infrastructure is difficult to deploy.

How many of the above statements are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: Only 3

D: All four

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Statement 1: Correct. BSNL’s satellite internet service is indeed India’s first direct-to-device service, targeting remote regions with no access to traditional broadband.
Statement 2: Incorrect. The service does not require satellite dishes or receivers on user devices; it connects directly to smartphones, laptops, and tablets without additional hardware.
Statement 3: Correct. The service allows users to make emergency calls and send SOS messages when traditional networks are unavailable, which is especially important in remote areas.
Statement 4: Correct. The service can be quickly deployed in areas lacking infrastructure, making it ideal for emergency and remote region connectivity.

Q4:

Jauljibi Mela is celebrated at the confluence of which two rivers?

A: Ganga and Yamuna

B: Goriganga and Kali

C: Alaknanda and Mandakini

D: Bhagirathi and Alaknanda

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Answer: B

Explanation:

The Jauljibi Mela is held at the scenic confluence of the Goriganga and Kali rivers in Dharchula Tehsil, Uttarakhand.

Q5:

Which of the following statements regarding the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) is/are correct?

1.    ISM is a specialized and independent business division of Digital India Corporation.

2.    The scheme would provide fiscal support of up to 50% of the project cost for setting up semiconductor and display fabrication units.

3.    Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme is not a component of this programme.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A: Only 1

B: 1 and 2 only

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2 and 3

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1: Correct. The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) is indeed a specialized and independent business division within Digital India Corporation, with the autonomy to drive India's long-term semiconductor and display manufacturing strategies.

Statement 2: Correct. The scheme offers fiscal support of up to 50% of the project cost for setting up semiconductor and display fabrication units. This support is aimed at attracting large investments for establishing semiconductor wafer fabrication facilities in India.

Statement 3: Incorrect. The Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme is a key component of the India Semiconductor Mission. It offers financial incentives for various stages of semiconductor design and deployment for Integrated Circuits (ICs), Chipsets, System on Chips (SoCs), and other related designs.