Weekly Current Affairs Test : 1st to 7th August 2024

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Question 1
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What is the main reason for mangrove loss in India according to the report?

A
Shrimp aquaculture

B
Logging for timber

C
Rice cultivation

D
Natural retraction due to sea-level rise

Question 2
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Consider the following statements:
1. Mangroves can reduce flood depths by 15-20%, and over 70% in some areas.
2. The Global Mangrove Watch's latest map (GMW v4.0) maps 147,256 km² of mangroves in 2020, adding data for six new territories.
3. The Union government’s MISHTI programme aims to augment mangrove cover by planting mangroves in 540 sq km across 11 states and two Union territories.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A
1 Only

B
1 and 2 Only

C
1 and 3 Only

D
1, 2 and 3

Question 3
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Consider the following pairs:
1. Indonesia: 21% of the world 's mangroves
2. Philippines: Over 650 tonnes of carbon per hectare in some areas
3. West Bengal: Largest mangrove area in India
4. Tamil Nadu: Critically endangered mangrove forests
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?

A
Only one pair

B
Only two pairs

C
Only three pairs

D
All four pairs

Question 4
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Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: Mangroves are primarily responsible for the reduction in flood depths by 15-20% in some areas.
Statement-II: Mangroves store an average of 394 tonnes of carbon per hectare in their biomass and soil.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

A
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I

B
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I

C
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect

D
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

Question 5
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What entity issues Sovereign Gold Bonds under the Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme?

A
RBI

B
SEBI

C
Stock Holding Corporation of India Limited

D
National Stock Exchange of India Limited

Question 6
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Which of the following are the objectives of Food Corporation of India (FCI).
1. Effective price support operations for safeguarding the interests of the farmers.
2. Distribution of food grains throughout the country for public distribution system.
3. Maintaining a satisfactory level of operational and buffer stocks of foodgrains to ensure National Food Security.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A
1, 2

B
1, 3

C
2, 3

D
1, 2, 3

Question 7
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Consider the following pairs:
1. Hoolock Gibbon: Found in India's northeastern region
2. Great Nicobar Project: Includes a Greenfield International Airport
3. Sovereign Gold Bonds: Issued by SEBI
4. Hollong Tree: Dominates the Upper Canopy of Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?

A
Only one pair

B
Only two pairs

C
Only three pairs

D
All four pairs

Question 8
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Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: The atmosphere is heated more by incoming solar radiation than by terrestrial radiation.
Statement-II: Carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere are good absorbers of long wave radiation.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

A
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I

B
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I

C
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect

D
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

Question 9
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What is the primary purpose of the 'Right to Be Forgotten'?

A
To allow individuals to control their personal information in the digital age.

B
To erase all information related to an individual from public records.

C
To restrict public access to personal information for security reasons.

D
To prevent individuals from accessing their own personal data online.

Question 10
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Consider the following statements regarding ransomware attacks and their implications:
1. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) identified a ransomware attack that severely disrupted operations of cooperative banks and Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) in India.
2. The attack primarily affected banks serviced by a joint venture between Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. (TCS) and State Bank of India (SBI).
3. Only banks using the same technology service provider were impacted, while others continued to function normally.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A
1 Only

B
1 and 2 Only

C
1 and 3 Only

D
1, 2 and 3

Question 11
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Consider the following pairs:
1. Unified Payments Interface (UPI) - Digital payment system enabling instant money transfers.
2. Aadhaar-enabled Payment Systems (AePS) - Allows bank transactions using Aadhaar authentication.
3. Ransomware - A type of malware that encrypts data or locks devices, demanding a ransom.
4. Ransomware Task Force (RTF) - A unit that provides assistance with investigation, recovery, and prevention of phishing attacks.
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?

A
Only one pair

B
Only two pairs

C
Only three pairs

D
All four pairs

Question 12
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Create a worksheet with 1 MCQ question of "Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?"

A
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I

B
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I

C
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect

D
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

Question 13
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What is a wildfire primarily known as when it burns along the ground, consuming surface litter like leaves, twigs, and dry grasses?

A
Surface Fire

B
Canopy or Crown Fire

C
Underground Fire/Zombie Fire

D
Controlled Deliberate Fire

Question 14
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Consider the following statements regarding organ donation and transplantation in India:
1. The Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act (THOTA) was amended in 2011 to include specific provisions for organ donation.
2. Organs from deceased donors are allocated to foreign nationals only when no matching Indian patients are available.
3. The National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) is responsible for regulating living organ donations in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A
1 Only

B
1 and 2 Only

C
2 and 3 Only

D
1, 2 and 3

Question 15
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Consider the following pairs:
1. Gender Distribution of Living Donors: 63% women
2. Transplants by Region in Delhi: 78% of foreign national transplants
3. Deceased Donor Milestone: First time more than 1,000 deceased organ donors in a year
4. Organ Donation Rate: 1 per million population
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?

A
Only one pair

B
Only two pairs

C
Only three pairs

D
All four pairs

Question 16
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What is the primary objective of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, introduced in Parliament?

A
To increase the powers of Waqf Boards

B
To enhance accountability and transparency in Waqf boards

C
To grant unchecked power to Waqf Boards

D
To reduce government oversight in Waqf properties

Question 17
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Consider the following statements:
1. The Supreme Court ruled that the Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Delhi can nominate aldermen to the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) without needing advice from the Delhi Government's Council of Ministers.
2. Article 239AA of the Indian Constitution mandates that the Council of Ministers and the Chief Minister should aid and advise the Lieutenant Governor on all matters.
3. Aldermen nominated to the MCD have voting rights in all MCD meetings.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A
1 Only

B
1 and 2 Only

C
1 and 3 Only

D
1, 2 and 3

Question 18
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Consider the following pairs:
1. Article 239AA - Mandates that the Council of Ministers and the Chief Minister should aid and advise the L-G on matters within the Legislative Assembly’s power.
2. Section 3 of the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957 - Grants the Delhi LG the power to nominate aldermen without requiring the advice of the Council of Ministers.
3. Government of NCT of Delhi v. Union of India, 2023 - Held that Parliament would have the power to legislate over subjects in the State List for the NCT of Delhi.
4. 69th Amendment Act, 1991 - Renamed the Union Territory of Delhi to National Capital Territory (NCT) and mandates it be administered by a LG who works on aid and advice of the Council of Ministers.
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?

A
A.Only one pair

B
B.Only two pairs

C
C.Only three pairs

D
D.All four pairs

Question 19
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Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the functioning of Waqf boards by introducing various amendments to the existing Waqf Act, 1995.
Statement-II: The Waqf Act, 1995 granted extensive powers to Waqf Boards, including the authority to designate any property as Waqf without stringent checks.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

A
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I

B
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I

C
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect

D
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

Question 20
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Consider the following statements regarding Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary.
1. Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary is home to India ’s only ape and gibbon species, the hoolock gibbons.
2. The forest ’s lower canopy is dominated by evergreen shrubs and herbs.
3. The forest has been fragmented and surrounded by tea gardens.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
A
Only one

B
Only two

C
All three

D
None

Question 21
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Consider the following statements regarding Agriculture Accelerator Fund.
1. The Fund encourages agri-startups by young entrepreneurs in rural areas.
2. It was setup by the Department of Agricultural Research and Education.
3. The Fund aims to bring in modern technologies to transform agricultural practices and increase productivity.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
A
Only one

B
Only two

C
All three

D
None

Question 22
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Chicago Convention, sometimes seen in news is related to

A
Sustainable Development

B
Sustainable use of natural resources

C
Protection of World Heritage Cites

D
Civil Aviation

Question 23
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Consider the following statements regarding Pangong Tso Lake.
1. Pangong Tso Lake is an endorheic lake in the Himalayas.
2. It is part of the Indus River basin area.
3. It is under the Ramsar Convention as a wetland of international importance.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A
1, 2

B
1 only

C
2, 3

D
1, 3

Question 24
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Consider the following statements regarding mRNA Technology Transfer Programme.
1. The mRNA Technology Transfer Programme aims to enhance vaccine production capacity in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
2. The Programme has developed a platform for COVID-19 vaccine candidates, which is now being adapted for other diseases.
3. It is the initiative of World Bank.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
A
Only one

B
Only two

C
All three

D
None

Question 25
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Which of the following committees recommended for the Sub-categorisation of Other Backward Classes (OBC)?

A
Usha Mehra Committee

B
Justice P. Ramachandra Raju Commission

C
Justice G. Rohini Commission

D
None of the above

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Question 1

Shrimp aquaculture

Logging for timber

Rice cultivation

Natural retraction due to sea-level rise

Question 2

1 Only

1 and 2 Only

1 and 3 Only

1, 2 and 3

Question 3

Only one pair

Only two pairs

Only three pairs

All four pairs

Question 4

Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I

Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I

Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect

Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

Question 5

RBI

SEBI

Stock Holding Corporation of India Limited

National Stock Exchange of India Limited

Question 6

1, 2

1, 3

2, 3

1, 2, 3

Question 7

Only one pair

Only two pairs

Only three pairs

All four pairs

Question 8

Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I

Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I

Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect

Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

Question 9

To allow individuals to control their personal information in the digital age.

To erase all information related to an individual from public records.

To restrict public access to personal information for security reasons.

To prevent individuals from accessing their own personal data online.

Question 10

1 Only

1 and 2 Only

1 and 3 Only

1, 2 and 3

Question 11

Only one pair

Only two pairs

Only three pairs

All four pairs

Question 12

Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I

Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I

Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect

Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

Question 13

Surface Fire

Canopy or Crown Fire

Underground Fire/Zombie Fire

Controlled Deliberate Fire

Question 14

1 Only

1 and 2 Only

2 and 3 Only

1, 2 and 3

Question 15

Only one pair

Only two pairs

Only three pairs

All four pairs

Question 16

To increase the powers of Waqf Boards

To enhance accountability and transparency in Waqf boards

To grant unchecked power to Waqf Boards