Apr 21, 2020 60 DAYS PROGRAMME-PRELIMS 2020

IASbaba’s 60 Day Plan [Day - 44]- IAS Prelims Test Series 2020 GEOGRAPHY & CURRENT AFFAIRS

ARCHIVES OF 60 DAY PLAN STRATEGY [VIDEO]: UPSC IAS Preparation Guidance/Tips from Mohan Sir  Dear Students, The 60 Days Training has finally begun:) DAY 44 is here! It is time to Introspect, Ideate and Improve!! We have come-up with articles to instil confidence, motivate you in the present situation. Do read these articles. Mark the words/lines in your dairy. These very lines can be the driving force’ in the time of uncertainty. [STRATEGY] MUST READ: 21 Days of Lockdown-What to do? Introspect, Ideate and Improve !! MUST READ: PRELIMS in Testing Times – Don’t Forget the ‘WHY’; IASbaba’s dedicated HOTLINE for Aspirants and Prelims Postponing Rumours Coronavirus[VIDEO]: Awareness, Myths, Solidarity and Message to All UPSC Aspirants by Mohan Sir Founder IASbaba   To ensure that your preparation goes smoothly and keeping up with our promise, we have come up with a Dedicated HOTLINE (Communication channel) - Connect with BABA for all UPSC/IAS Aspirants. From today, you will be able to speak with the Founders and Core Team of IASbaba on telephone regarding ‘any queries’ related to UPSC preparation in general or Subject-specific doubts. This Hotline, will be in addition to the 'ASK YOUR BABA' (#ASKBABA) thread opened on a daily basis for our 60 Day plan. We will try to make sure that with so much going around these days, you have at least one less thing to worry about.   How to make use of HOTLINE and ASK YOUR BABA (#ASKBABA)? There are 2 initiatives which will be running parallely. 1. HOTLINE - Connect with BABA (5pm - 7pm) The communication channel will be open ONLY for 2 hours Daily (except on Sundays - holiday) from 5pm to 7 pm. Please do not make calls before or after the specified time. As we will be occupied with other daily initiatives running on the website and mentorship. Hope you understand our time constraints. Please note that, call facilities are mainly for queries related to preparation per se like strategies, difficulties in reading a subject, what to read, what not to read, how to manage time, revision, motivation etc. You can call on the numbers given below. For any queries related to - UPSC Preparation (Prelims, Mains, Interview) Strategy & Current Affairs – contact 9986190082 Environment & Science and Technology – contact 9986193016 Polity & Economics – contact 9899291288 Geography & History – contact 9591106864 We have separated General Strategy (Preparation per se – Pre, Mains, Interview) and Current Affairs from other subjects. You can make use of the HOTLINE, as per your needs.   2. ASK YOUR BABA (#ASKBABA) - clear your doubts on the 60 Day Platform (Online from 11 am - 10 pm) Use the disqus comment section of that particular day (60 Day post - For Ex: Today is Day 25) to clear all your subject specific doubts of the day. You can post your queries/doubts with #ASKBABA !! Here, doubts related to the 60 day questions or conceptual clarity in a particular subject can be asked. Your doubts will be cleared on real-time basis (or max within hour it will be answered from the subject experts) If you are genuinely finding difficulty interms of preparing with that particular subject, then you can use 5pm-7pm window to make calls. If you are not able to speak to IASbaba's Team, then you can still post your doubts/queries in the same post of the 60 day initiative. As mentioned above, your doubts will be cleared on real-time basis (or max within hour it will be answered from the subject experts). Make the best use of the communication channel (Ask Your Baba/comment section on daily 60 Day post and calls) provided. We will make sure that, all your queries will be answered to. So we have  tried our bit, to ensure your preparation goes smoothly, you can do your bit by keeping in touch with us via phone/ website to keep yourself going, keep yourself engaged and staying positive during the rough times.   How to make the maximum use of this HOTLINE and #ASKBABA (Disqus comment of 60 Day Plan) on Daily basis? Now, that I have solved 30 mcq’s, what to do next?  How to Analyse my Performance? For Answers to the above Questions  ->CONNECT WITH BABA: IASbaba’s Dedicated HOTLINE for UPSC/IAS Aspirants !!   Note- Download the OMR Sheet and attempt the questions exactly like UPSC Prelims. After you are done, please post your OMR in the comment section. Once the solution key is released (5 PM), cross-check the answers and again, comment the marks (you got) in the same comment thread. This will keep you responsible and sincere in days to come. Also, we need more sets of scores for releasing the cut offs in the night so, requesting all of you to sincerely put your scores in comment section.    You can also take part in discussion with peers.   Q.1) Mundari and Santhali are part of which family of languages in India?  Austric (Nishada) Dravidian  Indo-European (Aryan) Sino-Tibetan (Kirata) Q.1) भारत में मुंडारी और संथाली, भाषाओं के किस परिवार का हिस्सा हैं? ऑस्ट्रिक (निषाद) द्रविड़ भारतीय-यूरोपीय (आर्यन) चीनी-तिब्बती (किरात) Q.2) Which among the following are push factors for migration? Epidemic Peace and stability.  Unemployment.   Unfavourable climate.  Choose the correct option:  1 and 4 only 1, 2 and 3 only 1, 3 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4   Q.2) निम्नलिखित में से प्रवास के लिए, कौन से दबाव जनित कारक (push factors) हैं? महामारी (Epidemic) शांति और स्थिरता बेरोजगारी प्रतिकूल जलवायु सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 4 केवल 1, 2 और 3 केवल 1, 3 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.3) Which of the following factors determine the shape and structure of rural settlements ?  Water Availability.   Cultural factors.  Security.   Local temperature   Choose the correct option:  4 only  1 and 4 only  1, 3 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4  Q.3) निम्नलिखित में से कौन से कारक, ग्रामीण बस्तियों के आकार और संरचना का निर्धारण करते हैं? जल उपलब्धता सांस्कृतिक कारक सुरक्षा स्थानीय तापमान सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 4  केवल 1 और 4 केवल 1, 3 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.4) Consider the following statements with respect to population growth in India.  The year 1921 is called as “Demographic Divide” in the demographic history of India.  Period between 1951-1981 is known as the period of population explosion.  Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2  Q.4) भारत में जनसंख्या वृद्धि के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। वर्ष 1921 भारतीय जनसांख्यिकीय इतिहास में "जनसांख्यिकीय विभाजन" कहा जाता है। 1951-1981 के बीच की अवधि को जनसंख्या विस्फोट की अवधि के रूप में जाना जाता है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.5) With respect to the composition of the working population in the country, consider the following statements.  The work participation rate tends to be higher in the areas of higher levels of economic development.  About 54.6 percent of the total working population in the country are cultivators and agricultural laborers.  Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  None of the above.  Q.5) देश में कार्यशील जनसंख्या की संरचना के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। कार्य सहभागिता दर (work participation rate), आर्थिक विकास के उच्च स्तर के क्षेत्रों में अधिक हो जाती है। देश में कुल कार्यशील जनसंख्या के लगभग 54.6 प्रतिशत कृषक और खेतिहर मजदूर हैं। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 इनमें से कोई भी नहीं। Q.6) “Short Stature, dark chocolate brown skin, woolly hair, bulbous forehead, broad flat nose and slightly protruding jaws”  To which ethnic group does the above description refer to?  Australoids Negrito Mongoloids Dravidians.  Q.6) "छोटा कद, गहरी चॉकलेटी भूरी त्वचा, ऊनी बाल, उभरे हुए माथे, चौड़ी चपटी नाक और थोड़े उभरे हुए जबड़े" उपरोक्त विवरण किस जातीय समूह को संदर्भित करता है? ऑस्ट्रेलियाड (Australoids) नेग्रीटो (Negrito) मोंगोलॉयड (Mongoloids) द्रविड़ Q.7) Coorgis and Parsis are representatives of which ethnic group in India?  Brachycephals Nordics Dravidians Mongoloids Q.7) कूर्गी (Coorgis) और पारसी, भारत में किस नृजातीय समूह के प्रतिनिधि हैं? लघुशिरस्क (Brachycephals) नोर्डिक द्रविड़ मोंगोलॉयड Q.8) Consider the following statements with respect to Scheduled caste and scheduled tribe population in India:  No tribe has been scheduled in Arunachal Pradesh and no Caste has been scheduled in Punjab.  Out of total population in the state/Union territory Lakshadweep has the highest percentage of population as scheduled tribe population.  Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2  Q.8) भारत में अनुसूचित जाति और अनुसूचित जनजाति की आबादी के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: अरुणाचल प्रदेश में कोई जनजाति (tribe) अनुसूचित नहीं की गई है तथा पंजाब में कोई भी जाति अनुसूचित नहीं की गई है। राज्य / केंद्र शासित प्रदेश में कुल आबादी में से लक्षद्वीप में अनुसूचित जनजाति की आबादी का प्रतिशत सबसे अधिक है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.9) Consider the following statements with respect to the linguistic composition in India:  The linguistic regions in the country have distinct boundaries.  Manipuri is the smallest language group among the scheduled languages.  Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  None of the above.  Q.9) भारत में भाषाई संरचना के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: देश में भाषाई क्षेत्रों की अलग-अलग सीमाएँ हैं। मणिपुरी अनुसूचित भाषाओं में सबसे छोटा भाषा समूह है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 इनमें से कोई भी नहीं। Q.10) Consider the following statements with respect to sex ratio in India:  Kerala is the only state/union territory in India which has more females than males as per the census 2011.  Amongst the states Haryana has the lowest sex ratio.  Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2  Q.10) भारत में लिंगानुपात के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: केरल भारत का एकमात्र राज्य / केंद्र शासित प्रदेश है, जिसमें 2011 की जनगणना के अनुसार पुरुषों की तुलना में अधिक महिलाएँ हैं। राज्यों में हरियाणा में लिंगानुपात सबसे कम है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.11) The shape of the population pyramid reflects the characteristics of the population. Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?  Shape of Pyramid :: Meaning Bell shaped  ::  Constant population. Triangle  ::  Declining population. Tapered top and bottom  ::  Expanding population. Choose the correct option:  1 only  1 and 2 only  2 and 3 only  1 and 3 only  Q.11) जनसंख्या पिरामिड का आकार, जनसंख्या की विशेषताओं को दर्शाता है। निम्नलिखित में से कौन सी जोड़ी सही ढंग से सुमेलित है / हैं? पिरामिड का आकार                                                            अर्थ घंटी का आकार (Bell shaped)                                      स्थिर जनसंख्या त्रिभुज आकार (Triangle)                                             घटती जनसंख्या ऊपर और नीचे पतला (Tapered top and bottom)       विस्तारित जनसंख्या सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1 और 3 Q.12) Consider the following statements with respect to population growth rate.  The annual growth rate of population for the entire country is around 1.64 percent as per the census 2011.  Himachal Pradesh registered the lowest population growth rate as per the census 2011.  Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  None of the above.  Q.12) जनसंख्या वृद्धि दर के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। जनगणना 2011 के अनुसार, पूरे देश में जनसंख्या की वार्षिक वृद्धि दर लगभग 1.64 प्रतिशत है। जनगणना 2011 के अनुसार, हिमाचल प्रदेश ने सबसे कम जनसंख्या वृद्धि दर दर्ज की है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 इनमें से कोई भी नहीं। Q.13) Consider the following statements with respect to urban areas in India:  Goa is the most urbanised state in India as per census 2011.  The proportion of Urban population is lowest in Himachal Pradesh.  Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only  2 only  1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2  Q.13) भारत में शहरी क्षेत्रों के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: 2011 की जनगणना के अनुसार, भारत में गोवा सबसे अधिक शहरीकृत राज्य है। शहरी आबादी का अनुपात हिमाचल प्रदेश में सबसे कम है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.14) Arrange the following religious minorities groups in descending order based on their population size (As per census 2011):  Jains Christians Budhists  Sikhs Choose the correct option:  2-3-4-1 2-4-3-1 2-3-1-4 2-3-4-1 Q.14) निम्न धार्मिक अल्पसंख्यक समूहों को उनकी जनसंख्या के आकार के आधार पर अवरोही क्रम (descending order) में व्यवस्थित करें (2011 की जनगणना के अनुसार): जैन ईसाई  बौद्ध  सिक्ख  सही विकल्प चुनें: 2-3-4-1 2-4-3-1 2-3-1-4 2-3-4-1 Q.15) ‘Panna’, ‘para’, ‘nagla’ are local names of what type of rural settlements in India?  Nucleated.  Semi Clustered.  Hamleted Isolated  Q.15) ‘पन्ना’, ‘पारा’, ‘नगला’, भारत में किस प्रकार की ग्रामीण बस्तियों के स्थानीय नाम हैं? केन्द्रक (Nucleated) सेमी क्लस्टर्ड (Semi Clustered.) पल्ली/ पुरवा/ उपग्राम (Hamleted) पृथक (Isolated) Q.16) Consider the following statements with respect to literacy rates in India:  The crude literacy rate for India in Census 2011 is 74.04 percent.  Kerala is the only state in India where female literacy rate is higher than the male literacy rate. Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2  Q.16) भारत में साक्षरता दर के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: 2011 की जनगणना में भारत के लिए संपूर्ण साक्षरता दर (crude literacy rate ) 74.04 प्रतिशत है। केरल भारत का एकमात्र राज्य है, जहाँ महिला साक्षरता दर पुरुष साक्षरता दर से अधिक है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.17) Which of the following factors are considered for enumeration of migration in census of India?  Place of birth Place of work Place of residence Choose the correct option:  1 only  1 and 3 only  1 and 2 only  1,2 and 3  Q.17) भारत की जनगणना में प्रवासन की गणना के लिए, निम्नलिखित में से कौन से कारक गिने जाते हैं? जन्म स्थान कार्य स्थल निवास स्थान सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 केवल 1 और 3 केवल 1 और 2 1,2 और 3 Q.18) Which of the following factors are considered for classifying the census towns in India?  Total population Both male and female working population Density of population Growth rate of population.  Choose the correct option:  1 and 3 only  1, 2 and 3 only  1, 2 and 4 only  1, 2, 3 and 4  Q.18) भारतीय जनगणना में शहरों को वर्गीकृत करने के लिए, निम्नलिखित में से कौन से कारक माने जाते हैं? कुल जनसंख्या पुरुष और महिला दोनों कार्यशील आबादी जनसंख्या का घनत्व जनसंख्या की वृद्धि दर सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 3 केवल 1, 2 और 3 केवल 1, 2 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.19) Consider the following statements with respect to density of population:  Arunachal Pradesh has the lowest population density amongst states in India.  Bihar has the highest population density amongst states in India.  Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2  Q.19) जनसंख्या के घनत्व के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: अरुणाचल प्रदेश में भारतीय राज्यों में सबसे कम जनसंख्या घनत्व है। भारतीय राज्यों में बिहार में सबसे अधिक जनसंख्या घनत्व है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.20) Ambala and Udhampur are categorised as which category of towns in India (According to functional classification)?  Administrative towns Education towns Garrison cantonment towns Religious towns.  Q.20) अम्बाला और उधमपुर को भारत के किस श्रेणी के शहर के रूप में वर्गीकृत किया गया है (कार्यात्मक वर्गीकरण के अनुसार)? प्रशासनिक शहर शैक्षिक शहर गैरीसन छावनी शहर धार्मिक शहर Q.21) With reference to Soil Health Card (SHC) Scheme, Consider the following statements: SHC is a printed report that a farmer will be handed over for each of his holdings.  The cost of sampling, testing and reporting is borne by State Government.  Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.21) मृदा स्वास्थ्य कार्ड (SHC) योजना के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: SHC एक मुद्रित रिपोर्ट है जिसे एक किसान को उसकी प्रत्येक जोत के लिए सौंपा जाएगा। नमूने एकत्रण, परीक्षण और रिपोर्टिंग की लागत राज्य सरकार द्वारा वहन की जाती है। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.22) The term SUTRA PIC is sometimes seen in the news with reference to Enhancing activity of antibiotics and anticancer drugs, and other medicinal properties. Systematic scientific investigation of uniqueness of pure Indigenous Indian cows. Standardize effective, economic and eco-friendly preparations of Utility products. Perform scientific investigations on plant growth, soil health and providing immunity in plant system. Q.22) ‘SUTRA PIC’ शब्द को कभी-कभी किसके संदर्भ के साथ, समाचारों में देखा जाता है एंटीबायोटिक्स और कैंसर-रोधी दवाओं, तथा अन्य औषधीय गुणों की क्रियाशीलता को बढ़ाना। शुद्ध देशी भारतीय गायों की विशिष्टता की व्यवस्थित वैज्ञानिक जाँच करना। उपयोगिता उत्पादों के प्रभावी, आर्थिक और पर्यावरण के अनुकूल तैयारियों का मानकीकरण करना। पादप वृद्धि, मृदा स्वास्थ्य और पादप प्रणाली में प्रतिरक्षा प्रदान करने पर वैज्ञानिक जाँच करना। Q.23) The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) aims to set up Ultra Mega Renewable Energy (RE) Parks at Maharashtra and Karnataka Gujarat and Rajasthan Delhi and Haryana Tamil Nadu and Telangana Q.23) नवीन और नवीकरणीय ऊर्जा मंत्रालय (MNRE) का लक्ष्य कहाँ अल्ट्रा मेगा अक्षय ऊर्जा (RE) पार्क स्थापित करना है। महाराष्ट्र और कर्नाटक गुजरात और राजस्थान दिल्ली और हरियाणा तमिलनाडु और तेलंगाना Q.24) National e-Governance Services Delivery Assessment (NeSDA), 2019 framework covers which of the following six sectors? Labour & Employment Education Transport Local Government & Utilities Insurance Environment  Select the correct answer using the code given below: 2, 3 and 4 only 1,2 and 4 only 1,2,4 and 6 only 1,3,4 and 5 only Q.24) राष्ट्रीय ई-गवर्नेंस सेवा वितरण आकलन (NeSDA), 2019 फ्रेमवर्क निम्नलिखित में से किन छह क्षेत्रों को कवर करता है? श्रम और रोजगार शिक्षा परिवहन स्थानीय सरकार और उपयोगिताएँ बीमा पर्यावरण नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें: केवल 2, 3 और 4 केवल 1,2 और 4 केवल 1,2,4 और 6 केवल 1,3,4 और 5 Q.25) The signatory of “Agreement for Bringing Peace to Afghanistan” are  Russia and USA USA and Taliban  Pakistan and Taliban  India and Afghanistan  Q.25) "अफगानिस्तान में शांति लाने के लिए समझौते" (Agreement for Bringing Peace to Afghanistan) के हस्ताक्षरकर्ता हैं रूस और संयुक्त राज्य अमेरिका संयुक्त राज्य अमेरिका और तालिबान पाकिस्तान और तालिबान भारत और अफगानिस्तान Q.26) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Kalinje Ecotourism’ It is a part of a community-based conservation initiative for the upliftment of local communities and promotion of mangrove and marine biodiversity conservation. It is an initiative by the Maharashtra Forest Department. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.26) 'कालिंज इकोटूरिज्म' (Kalinje Ecotourism) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। यह स्थानीय समुदायों के उत्थान तथा मैंग्रोव और समुद्री जैव विविधता संरक्षण को बढ़ावा देने के लिए समुदाय आधारित संरक्षण पहल का एक हिस्सा है। यह महाराष्ट्र वन विभाग की एक पहल है। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.27) Which of the following species is the keystone species of Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary? Indian Wolf Jerdon’s Courser Batagur Turtle Asiatic Lion Q.27) निम्नलिखित में से कौन नौरादेही वन्यजीव अभयारण्य (Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary) की मुख्य प्रजाति (keystone species) है? भारतीय भेड़िया (Indian Wolf) जेरडॉन कर्सर (Jerdon’s Courser) बाटागुर कछुआ (Batagur Turtle) एशियाई शेर Q.28) Consider the following statements The Wetland (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017 removed ‘backwaters, lagoon, creeks, and estuaries’ from the definition of ‘wetlands’. A total of 37 sites in India have been recognised under the Ramsar Convention. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.28) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें आद्रभूमि (संरक्षण और प्रबंधन) नियम, 2017 ने 'आद्रभूमि' की परिभाषा से 'बैकवाटर्स, लैगून, क्रीक और ज्वारनदमुख' को हटा दिया। रामसर कन्वेंशन के तहत भारत में कुल 37 स्थलों को मान्यता दी गई है। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.29) ‘Muktoshri — also called IET 21845’ is a  Portable Reverse Osmosis water purifier developed by DRDO. Arsenic-resistant rice cultivated in West Bengal. Medicine developed by Ministry of Ayush to treat Diabetes. None of the above Q.29) ‘मुक्तोश्री - जिसे IET 21845’ भी कहा जाता है, क्या है DRDO द्वारा विकसित पोर्टेबल रिवर्स ऑसमोसिस जल शोधक। पश्चिम बंगाल में आर्सेनिक प्रतिरोधी चावल की खेती। मधुमेह के उपचार के लिए आयुष मंत्रालय द्वारा विकसित दवा। इनमें से कोई भी नहीं Q.30) ‘NLRP3’ is a protein which was in news recently. It is found in which of the following species? Humans Bats Mice Select the correct code: 1 and 2 2 and 3 2 Only 1, 2 and 3 Q.30) 'एनएलआरपी 3' (NLRP3) एक प्रोटीन है, जो हाल ही में समाचारों में थी। यह निम्नलिखित में से किस प्रजाति में पायी जाती है? मनुष्य चमगादड़ चूहे सही कूट का चयन करें: 1 और 2 2 और 3 केवल 2  1, 2 और 3 DOWNLOAD THE SOLUTION ENGLISH HINDI NOTE- Follow this for Comments Mention- Time Taken after solving the Test After the release of Solution Edit your Comment to Mention-  Correct/Incorrect and Score 2 Marks for Correct/0.66 minus for Incorrect. DOWNLOAD THE 60 DAYS PLAN 2020  PRELIMS EXCLUSIVE CURRENT AFFAIRS CLASSES (12 SESSIONS-By Tauseef Sir): STARTING 15 APRIL- JOIN NOW! All the Best! IASbaba    

Apr 21, 2020 Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent and Creativity

Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity: PENCIL SKETCHING & MADHUBANI ART by Dr. SWASTI SINHA!

Hello Friends, You must be aware of the term ‘catharsis’. It is the process of releasing and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions. Recently we have launched a new initiative by the name Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity! Today's work is a PENCIL SKETCHING & MADHUBANI ART by Dr. SWASTI SINHA! This also includes a fashion sketch, model wearing a costume made up of surgical gloves. Check out some Amazing piece of Art by Dr Swati Sinha. Well done, Keep it up !!   Be creative and find your catharsis in whichever form of creativity you are comfortable with.  It could be anything- a song, a painting, a poem, a story, a dance performance, rangolis, jokes/humor, culinary skills, mimicry and whatnot. There is no limit to creativity. Just unleash and share it with everyone! Why don’t you share your moments of catharsis with us? UPSC is not only about academics but personality as well. And your personality is shaped by the creativity that you possess.   To know more about Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity' Initiative and the Previous Creative work  -> CLICK HERE We encourage you to keep the comment section alive by sharing your talents and also by commenting and encouraging the talent of your peers. We are also going to be a regular visitor here and will keep on posting the creative works by our talented team members and staff. NOTE- You can also nominate by tagging anyone (if you know about the talent of your friend or anyone) 🙂 You can share your talent/creativity with us on support@iasbaba.com and ilp@iasbaba.com  P.S: Kindly share it in a format that can be published on the website. We believe each one of you have some hidden talent. It’s time that you explore more about yourselves and remain positive throughout this journey. Make the best use of this opportunity! Thank You IASbaba

Apr 20, 2020 IASbaba's Daily Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 20th April 2020

IAS UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 20th April 2020 Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) NBFCs get ₹50,000-cr. liquidity booster Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III - Economy In News: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a host of measures to provide liquidity support to non-banking financial companies (NBFCs).  They shall receive ₹50,000 crore worth of liquidity booster.  Key takeaways:  RBI has also decided to give them certain benefits for loans which are being extended to the commercial real estate sector. The RBI has also decided to provide special refinance facility of ₹50,000 crore to NABARD, SIDBI and NHB to enable them to meet sectoral credit needs. Important value additions: Reserve Bank of India  It is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee.  RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.  RBI plays an important part in the Development Strategy of the Government of India. RBI was set up in 1935 under the Reserve Bank of India Act,1934. Non-Banking Financial Company It is a financial institution that does not have a full banking license or is not supervised by a national or international banking regulatory agency.  The most important difference between non-banking financial companies and banks is that NBFCs don't take demand deposits.  National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) It is an Apex Development Financial Institution in India. It deals with matters concerning Policy Planning and Operations in the field of credit for Agriculture and other Economic activities in Rural areas in India.  It is active in developing Financial Inclusion policy. It was established on the recommendations of B.Sivaramman Committee, on 12 July 1982.  Small industrial Development Bank of India (SIDBI) It is a development financial institution in India.  It serves as the principal financial institution in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector.  It was established on April 2, 1990, through an Act of Parliament.  It is headquartered in Lucknow. It operates under the Department of Financial Services, Government of India. National Housing Bank (NHB) It is a Government of India owned entity. It was set up on 9 July 1988 under the National Housing Bank Act, 1987.  It is an apex financial institution for housing. Government approval mandatory for FDI from neighbouring countries  Part of: GS Prelims and GS-II - International Relations & GS-III - Investment  In News: In order to restrict Chinese investments, prior government approval has been made mandatory for foreign direct investments (FDI) from countries which share a land border with India. Key takeaways: Revised FDI policy has stated that entities from countries which share a land border with India will now be permitted to invest only under approval route.  Previously, only investments from Pakistan and Bangladesh faced such restrictions. The revised FDI policy is aimed at preventing opportunistic takeovers/acquisitions of Indian companies due to the current COVID-19 pandemic.  The rules shall apply to fresh as well as existing FDI.  Transfer of ownership of any existing or future FDI where the direct or indirect beneficiary is from these countries will also require government approval. This restriction will also apply if the beneficial owner of the investment is an entity situated in or a citizen of such countries. Important value additions: India's FDI policy A foreign direct investment (FDI) is an investment in the form of a controlling ownership in a business in one country by an entity based in another country. India’s FDI policy allows foreign investment in certain sectors under the automatic route.  100% FDI is permitted under the automatic route in manufacturing, oil and gas, greenfield airports, construction, railway infrastructure etc.  In other sectors, FDI is allowed under the automatic route upto a certain threshold, say 26% or 49%. Such conditions apply to defence, broadcast and print media, aviation and other sectors.  There is also a list of prohibited sectors, such as lottery, cigarettes, atomic energy where FDI is not permitted.  India's neighbouring countries India shares a land border with:  China Pakistan  Bangladesh Nepal  Myanmar Bhutan  Afghanistan [caption id="attachment_59612" align="aligncenter" width="540"] Government approval mandatory for FDI from neighbouring countries[/caption] Image Source - Click here Miscellaneous Kisan Rath mobile application launched  Ministry of Agriculture recently launched Kisan Rath Mobile App to facilitate transportation of foodgrains and perishables during lockdown. This is developed by the National Informatics Centre.  This app shall facilitate farmers and traders in searching transport vehicles for movement of agricultural and horticultural produce. It will also help farmers and traders for transporting produce from farm gate to mandi and mandi to mandi all over the country.  The App will also facilitate traders in transportation of perishable commodities by Refrigerated vehicles.  It is ready for pan-India use with the app being available in eight Indian languages.  National Informatics Centre (NIC) is an attached office under Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.  (MAINS FOCUS) GOVERNANCE/ ECONOMY/ ETHICS Topic: General Studies 3: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.  Behavioural Economics COVID-19: Need for a Social Vaccine What is a social vaccine?  A social vaccine is a metaphor for a series of social and behavioural measures that governments can use to raise public consciousness about unhealthy situations through social mobilisation A social vaccine addresses barriers and facilitators of behaviour change, whether attitudinal, social, cultural, or economic. Social Vaccine supplements information, education, and communication (IEC) with targeted social and behaviour change communication (SBCC) strategies. Advantages of Social Vaccine achieved through Social Mobilization Empowers populations to resist unhealthy practices  Increase resilience  Foster advocacy for change Drive political will to take action in the interests of society  Hold governments accountable Lessons from HIV (Human immunodeficiency virus) Pandemic HIV that causes AIDS is believed to have made the zoonotic jump from monkeys through chimpanzees to humans in Africa as early as the 1920s However, the HIV/AIDS epidemic was detected in 1981 & was a pandemic by 1985. Extent of Pandemic: From 1981 to 2018, around 74.9 million people worldwide were HIV-infected, and around 32.0 million died from AIDS-related illnesses. Social vaccine helped “flatten the curve” till effective treatments were discovered that dramatically reduced mortality, viral loads and infection transmission. How Social Vaccine was used in HIV/AIDS pandemic? There were widespread information campaigns stating that infection occurred predominantly through sexual transmission and intravenous drug use. IEC and SBCC activities targeted (and partnered) individuals, community networks, leaders, social & health systems to change attitudes and behaviours. The core preventive messages involved  Being faithful to one sexual partner  100% condom use during sexual intercourse outside stable relationships Resisting peer-pressure for risky behaviours like intravenous drug use Religious and community leaders were key change agents For example, the Catholic Church in Uganda did not initially support promoting condoms since its use prevents life.  However, later they acknowledged that their religion did not preclude the use of condoms to prevent deaths – which was an important turning point How Social Vaccine can be adapted for current pandemic? Effective IEC and SBCC strategies should contain the persuasive messages of Maintaining physical distancing in social situations  Wearing cloth masks in public by 100% of people (and 100% of the time)  Regular disinfection of oneself and one’s surroundings. Leading by Example: People are more likely to practise these behaviours if all leaders promote them publicly and consistently Proper information, support, and materials should be made available and accessible.  Re-purposing and funding relevant industries and small and medium businesses to produce materials such as PPE, hand sanitisers and medical equipment Challenges Ahead The components of the social vaccine should be in place before relaxing or lifting the lockdown. A social vaccine also requires people to hold leaders accountable to Invest in rapidly scaling-up testing Meet the basic and economic needs of vulnerable sections Providing psychological support where needed  Not communalising or politicising the pandemic Not compromising the privacy and dignity of infected individuals and their families in the interest of public health Connecting the dots: Persuasive VS Coercive methods – which is better suited for India? And why? Nudge Economics – Example: Give It Up Campaign, Swachh Bharat Mission  INTERNATIONAL/ POLITY Topic: General Studies 2: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries. China's one party system vs Democracy Context: Critics blame China for unleashing COVID-19 across the world through the lack of transparency inherent in its one-party authoritarian system.  In order to counter this negative perception, China has unleashed a sustained propaganda campaign that is based on two aspects Superiority of Authoritarian System vis-à-vis Democracy Chinese system was able to arrest the pandemic within the country through drastic measures on a massive scale (Ex: Lockdown of Wuhan) China’s strategy was successful than ineffective measures taken in Democratic countries especially in USA Benevolence of China China wants to garner goodwill by providing much-needed medical equipment and medical teams to assist affected countries The recipients have often been “persuaded” to express praise for China. What is the Chinese view on the Pandemic?  The COVID-19 virus did erupt in Wuhan, but it may not have originated in China The delay in acknowledging the seriousness of the crisis was due to missteps by the local leadership in Wuhan city and Hubei province Once the gravity of the situation was recognised, Chinese leaders promptly informed the WHO and shared the DNA sequence of the virus. The unprecedented measures adopted by Chinese authorities imposed great suffering on the Chinese people but bought valuable time for the rest of the world to get prepared to deal with the pandemic.  China’s economy is beginning to recover and this will contribute to the recovery of the global economy. All these reinforces the merits of China’s political System (One-Party rule) Is China’s one-party system better compared to democracies? Not necessarily, this is because COVID-19 may not have become a pandemic if China were a democracy with a free flow of information through an independent media and accountable political leadership There are democracies which have done well to contain the Epidemic Ex: Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, India Criticism of China’s assistance being defective and low-quality  Criticism from African Countries against harsh China’s actions as there were reports from Guangzhou(China) on racial discrimination against stranded African students The result of being a democracy is that we have a better chance of  Knowing the true dimensions of the crisis i.e. Transparency of government functioning Being able to obtain constant feedback on people’s reactions  Access the best advice from multiple sources. Conclusion Beijing’s response to Covid underlines that the world needs more democracy, not less Connecting the dots: China’s Economic Model  COVID-19’s impact on Global Political and Economic Structure (TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE) Model questions: (You can now post your answers in comment section) Note:  Correct answers of today’s questions will be provided in next day’s DNA section. Kindly refer to it and update your answers.  Comments Up-voted by IASbaba are also the “correct answers”. Q.1 Consider the following statements regarding Kisan Rath App:  Kisan Rath App has been launched by Ministry of Agriculture.  It will facilitate farmers in searching the transport vehicles for their produce. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.2 Consider the following statements with regards to financial institutions:  National housing Bank is an apex financial institution for housing.  The most important difference between non-banking financial companies and banks is that NBFCs don't give loans.  Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.3 India shares a land border with which of the following countries?  Bangladesh  Myanmar Bhutan  Afghanistan Select the correct code: 1 and 2 only 1, 2 and 3 only  2 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Q.4 Consider the following statements regarding Foreign Direct Investment: 100% FDI is permitted under the automatic route in oil and gas. FDI is completely prohibited in atomic energy sector. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2  ANSWERS FOR 18th April 2020 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1 A 2 D 3 B 4 C Must Read About convalescent plasma to fight COVID-19: The Hindu About impact of lockdown on Economy: The Hindu About Communalization and COVID-19 crisis: The Hindu

Apr 20, 2020 RSTV Video

Baba Saheb Ambedkar – Vishesh – RSTV IAS UPSC

Baba Saheb Ambedkar Archives TOPIC: General studies 1 Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present significant events, personalities, issues. The Freedom Struggle – its various stages and important contributors or contributions from different parts of the country Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar (14 April 1891 – 6 December 1956), popularly known as Babasaheb Ambedkar, was an Indian jurist, economist, politician and social reformer who inspired the Dalit Buddhist movement and campaigned against social discrimination towards the untouchables (Dalits), while also supporting the rights of women and labour. He was independent India’s first law and justice minister, the principal architect of the Constitution of India, and a founding father of the Republic of India. Birth Anniversary: 14th April Mahaparinirvan Diwas: Death Anniversary of Ambedkar Known famously as: The Architect of Modern India His autobiography: Waiting for a Visa His books: Annihilation of Caste – It strongly criticised Hindu orthodox religious leaders and the caste system in general, and included “a rebuke of Gandhi” on the subject. Who Were the Shudras? – Ambedkar tried to explain the formation of untouchables. He saw Shudras and Ati Shudras who form the lowest caste in the ritual hierarchy of the caste system, as separate from Untouchables. Constitution of Reserve Bank of India Based on the ideas that Ambedkar presented to the Hilton Young Commission Ambedkar was trained as an economist, and was a professional economist until 1921, when he became a political leader. He wrote three scholarly books on economics: Administration and Finance of the East India Company The Evolution of Provincial Finance in British India The Problem of the Rupee: Its Origin and Its Solution Ambedkar and Untouchability While practising law in the Bombay High Court, he tried to promote education to untouchables and uplift them. His first organised attempt was his establishment of the central institution Bahishkrit Hitakarini Sabha, intended to promote education and socio-economic improvement, as well as the welfare of “outcastes”, at the time referred to as depressed classes.  For the defence of Dalit rights, he started five periodicals – Mooknayak (the leader of the dumb, 1920) Bahishkrit Bharat (Ostracized India, 1924) Samta (Equality, 1928) Janata (The People, 1930) Prabuddha Bharat (Enlightened India, 1956) Manusmriti Dahan Din: In a conference in late 1927, Ambedkar publicly condemned the classic Hindu text, the Manusmriti (Laws of Manu), for ideologically justifying caste discrimination and “untouchability”, and he ceremonially burned copies of the ancient text. On 25 December 1927, he led thousands of followers to burn copies of Manusmrti. Thus, annually 25 December is celebrated as Manusmriti Dahan Din (Manusmriti Burning Day) by Ambedkarites and Dalits. Kalaram Temple movement: About 15,000 volunteers assembled at Kalaram Temple Satyagraha, making one of the greatest processions of Nashik. The procession was headed by a military band, a batch of scouts, women and men walked in discipline, order and determination to see the god for the first time. When they reached to gate, the gates were closed by Brahmin authorities. Poona Pact: In 1932, British announced the formation of a separate electorate for “Depressed Classes” in the Communal Award. Gandhi fiercely opposed a separate electorate for untouchables, saying he feared that such an arrangement would divide the Hindu community. Gandhi protested by fasting while imprisoned in the Yerwada Central Jail of Poona. Following the fast, Congress politicians and activists such as Madan Mohan Malaviya and Palwankar Baloo organised joint meetings with Ambedkar and his supporters at Yerwada. On 25 September 1932, the agreement known as Poona Pact was signed between Ambedkar (on behalf of the depressed classes among Hindus) and Madan Mohan Malaviya (on behalf of the other Hindus). The agreement gave reserved seats for the depressed classes in the Provisional legislatures, within the general electorate. Due to the pact, the depressed class received 148 seats in the legislature, instead of the 71 as allocated in the Communal Award earlier proposed by British Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald.  The text uses the term “Depressed Classes” to denote Untouchables among Hindus who were later called Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes under India Act 1935, and the later Indian Constitution of 1950. In the Poona Pact, a unified electorate was in principle formed, but primary and secondary elections allowed Untouchables in practice to choose their own candidates. Views of Dr. Ambedkar regarding the Indian Constitution Ambedkar warned – No democratic constitution can be modelled on the Hindu tradition of state and village panchayats. What is the village, Ambedkar asked, but a sink of localism, a den of ignorance, narrow-mindedness and communalism? Sets Universal values – The Constitution is a normative document, but the values it espouses are universal and ‘thin’. They do not reflect the belief system of one section of the population even if it is in a majority. Nor do these values dismiss the value systems of minority groups. On Constitutional Morality – Dr. Ambedkar talked of constitutional morality. He said citizen will have deep respect or admiration for Constitution when they realize true intent of Constitution which helps them to possess freedom and rights. When they realize Constitution composes of thin conception of ‘good’ that can hold a plural and diverse people together. Democracy is only a top-dressing for the Constitution of India For Ambedkar, democracy is only a top-dressing on an Indian soil which is essentially undemocratic. It is the institutionalisation of constitutional democracy that has changed the way Indians think of themselves in relation to each other, and in relation to the state. The Constitution has managed to inculcate democratic sensibilities and spark yearnings for more democracy, not less. Concept of Federalism: His concept of federalism meant that the State was a federation in normalcy, but unitary in emergency. Centre Was Made Strong:  In the Draft Constitution Dr. Ambedkar offered more powers to the Centre and made it strong. Some members of the constituent assembly criticized him on the ground that since Dr. Ambedkar postulated – the rights and values of each individual and the development of each province and each– village, it was contradictory of his part to make the Centre strong. Justifying the provisions for a strong Central authority Dr. Ambedkar said that he made the Centre strong not only to ‘save minorities from the misrule of majority’ but also “for it is only the Centre which can work for a common end and for the general interests of the country as a whole.” Equality of Opportunity:  Of all the rights, Dr. Amebedkar observed “Equality of Opportunity” as the most important one.  Regarding the constitutional remedies, he characterize Article 32 as the very soul of the Constitution and the very heart of it.  To him, fundamental rights would mean establishment of equality and liberty in order to reform our social system, which is so full of inequalities discriminations, and other which conflict with our fundamental rights. Directive Principles of State Policy:  The Directive Principles of State Policy contained the positive obligations of the state towards its citizens.  The Directives were meant to ensure social and economic democracy which was secured by the provisions of fundamental rights in a written Constitution.  Dr. Ambedkar said: “What are called Directive Principles is simply another name for Instruments of instructions to the legislature and the executive…as to how they should exercise their power.” Constitution, A Dynamic Document: The Constitution is a dynamic document it should grow with the growth of the nation and should suit the changing needs and circumstance. So Dr. Ambedkar urged the necessity of amendment. Concept of Sovereignty and Suzerainty: Dr. Ambedkar’s concept of sovereignty and suzerainty and of the Indian States, i.e., integration of the native Indian Princely States which gave the shape to the rap of India as if is today, has indeed been prophetic.  National Integration: In the Draft Constitution Dr. Ambedkar prescribed single citizenship, a single judiciary and uniformity in fundamental Laws to integrate Indian society which was not only divided into caste and class, but also into regions, religions, languages, traditions and cultures. Therefore, a strong Centre was indispensable to maintain territorial integrity and administrative discipline. Dr Ambedkar said – power is one thing, wisdom is quite another thing. When deciding the destiny of nations, dignities of people, dignities of leaders and dignities of parties ought to count for nothing. The dignity of the country should count for everything. Note: Dr. Ambedkar Scheme for Social Integration through Inter-Caste Marriages (dalit) Encouraging the practice of inter-caste marriages – Indian society can only develop and progress if the curse of caste inequality is removed forever. The implementation of this program is a step towards achieving this goal.  Assisting young couples with money – Couples who opt for inter-caste are generally shunned by their families due to the rigidity of the caste system in India. They often face hardships, but with this grant, these couples will no longer have to worry about facing financial adversity during the initial days. Funded by the central government – All operational activities and financial requirements of this welfare scheme will be met for the coffers of central government. Money will be sent to each start or UT for its implementation. Bringing equality among all castes – The main aim of this scheme is to give a level ground to all castes. With this, the central government will be able to bring about equality among all castes, thereby eliminating caste related prejudices. Must Read: Babasaheb Ambedkar – 125th Birth Anniversary Connecting the Dots: “In our country, democracy is not a natural sentiment that people are born with. It is an idea that has to be cultivated in an essentially unequal society.” This statement by Dr. B R Ambedkar resonates as much with the India of present as it did with India of 70 years back. Critically comment. What were the views of Dr. Ambedkar regarding the Indian Constitution? Did, in his views, the mere existence of a constitution guaranteed the freedoms envisaged by it? Discuss.   “The responsibility of the legislature is not just to provide fundamental rights but also and rather more importantly, to safeguard them.” Discuss.  Dr. Ambedkar formulated a constitution successfully but we have failed in responsibility given to us. Do you agree? Explain.

Apr 20, 2020 60 DAYS PROGRAMME-PRELIMS 2020

IASbaba’s 60 Day Plan- IAS Prelims Test Series 2020 (COMPILATIONS-WEEK 5 & 6)

IASbaba’s 60 Day Plan- IAS Prelims Test Series 2020 (COMPILATIONS-WEEK 5 & 6) Dear Friends,  We hope that the UPSC IAS Prelims Test Series 2020: 60 Days Prelims 2020 Programme is and will be your best companion for UPSC IAS Prelims 2020. We are releasing the 5th-6th weeks of Compilations- Subject Wise, to ease your preparation.  We have some more exciting things coming up for Prelims 2020- Stay Tuned! DOWNLOAD THE COMPILATIONS CURRENT AFFAIRS- ENGLISH/HINDI ENVIRONMENT- ENGLISH/HINDI POLITY- ENGLISH/HINDI ECONOMY- ENGLISH/HINDI HISTORY- ENGLISH/HINDI GEOGRAPHY- ENGLISH/HINDI SCIENCE & TECH- ENGLISH/HINDI   PRELIMS EXCLUSIVE CURRENT AFFAIRS CLASSES (12 SESSIONS-By Tauseef Sir): JOIN NOW! Mohan Sir, Founder of IASbaba LIVE on YouTube on 8th April 2020 from 7.30 pm – 8pm   Thank You IASbaba Team!

Apr 20, 2020 60 DAYS PROGRAMME-PRELIMS 2020

IASbaba’s 60 Day Plan [Day - 43]- IAS Prelims Test Series 2020 GEOGRAPHY & CURRENT AFFAIRS

ARCHIVES OF 60 DAY PLAN STRATEGY [VIDEO]: UPSC IAS Preparation Guidance/Tips from Mohan Sir  Dear Students, The 60 Days Training has finally begun:) DAY 43 is here! It is time to Introspect, Ideate and Improve!! We have come-up with articles to instil confidence, motivate you in the present situation. Do read these articles. Mark the words/lines in your dairy. These very lines can be the driving force’ in the time of uncertainty. [STRATEGY] MUST READ: 21 Days of Lockdown-What to do? Introspect, Ideate and Improve !! MUST READ: PRELIMS in Testing Times – Don’t Forget the ‘WHY’; IASbaba’s dedicated HOTLINE for Aspirants and Prelims Postponing Rumours Coronavirus[VIDEO]: Awareness, Myths, Solidarity and Message to All UPSC Aspirants by Mohan Sir Founder IASbaba   To ensure that your preparation goes smoothly and keeping up with our promise, we have come up with a Dedicated HOTLINE (Communication channel) - Connect with BABA for all UPSC/IAS Aspirants. From today, you will be able to speak with the Founders and Core Team of IASbaba on telephone regarding ‘any queries’ related to UPSC preparation in general or Subject-specific doubts. This Hotline, will be in addition to the 'ASK YOUR BABA' (#ASKBABA) thread opened on a daily basis for our 60 Day plan. We will try to make sure that with so much going around these days, you have at least one less thing to worry about.   How to make use of HOTLINE and ASK YOUR BABA (#ASKBABA)? There are 2 initiatives which will be running parallely. 1. HOTLINE - Connect with BABA (5pm - 7pm) The communication channel will be open ONLY for 2 hours Daily (except on Sundays - holiday) from 5pm to 7 pm. Please do not make calls before or after the specified time. As we will be occupied with other daily initiatives running on the website and mentorship. Hope you understand our time constraints. 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Also, we need more sets of scores for releasing the cut offs in the night so, requesting all of you to sincerely put your scores in comment section.    You can also take part in discussion with peers.   Q.1) Consider the following statements.  Both North India and South India have distinct cropping seasons with respect to crops grown.  The cropping intensity and rural employment are directly related to each other in India.  Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only 2 only 1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2   Q.1) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। उत्तर भारत और दक्षिण भारत दोनों में उगने वाली फसलों के संबंध में फसल के मौसम अलग-अलग होते हैं। फसल गहनता  (cropping intensity) और ग्रामीण रोजगार प्रत्यक्षतः भारत में एक दूसरे से संबंधित हैं। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.2) Consider the following statements with respect to rice production in India.  Rice is grown only in the Kharif and Rabi season in India.  ‘Aus’, ‘Aman’ and ‘Boro’ are three crops of rice grown in the North Eastern region in India.  Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2  Q.2) भारत में चावल उत्पादन के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। भारत में चावल केवल खरीफ और रबी मौसम में उगाया जाता है। 'ओस', 'अमन' और 'बोरो', भारत में उत्तर पूर्वी क्षेत्र में उगाई जाने वाली चावल की तीन फसलें हैं। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.3) Which among the following are the local names of shifting cultivation practiced in India?  Chena Kumari Jhumming Milpa Choose the correct option:  1 and 4 only  2 and 3 only  1, 2 and 3 only  2, 3 and 4 only  Q.3) निम्नलिखित में से कौन से भारत में स्थानांतरित कृषि (Shifting Cultivation) के स्थानीय नाम हैं? चेना (Chena) कुमारी झूम  मिल्पा (Milpa) सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 4 केवल 2 और 3  केवल 1, 2 और 3 केवल 2, 3 और 4 Q.4) With respect to Coffee production in India consider the following statements.  India mostly grows superior quality coffee called Arabica.  Kerala is the leading producer of coffee in India.  Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2  Q.4) भारत में कॉफी उत्पादन के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। भारत अधिकतर बेहतर गुणवत्ता वाली कॉफी उगाता है, जिसे अरेबिका कहा जाता है। भारत में केरल कॉफी का सबसे बड़ा उत्पादक है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.5) “This crop requires plenty of heat, plenty of rain, plenty of alluvium and plenty of labour to grow in India” To which crop are we referring to here?  Wheat  Cotton Rice Sugarcane.  Q.5) "इस फसल को भारत में उगाने के लिए बहुत अधिक गर्मी, प्रचुर वर्षा, जलोढ़ मृदा और गहन श्रम की आवश्यकता होती है" हम, यहां किस फसल की बात कर रहे हैं? गेहूँ कपास चावल गन्ना Q.6) Which among the following are the millets grown in India?  Haraka Rajgira Korra Kutki Choose the correct option:  1 and 2 only  3 and 4 only  1, 3 and 4 only  1, 2, 3 and 4  Q.6) निम्नलिखित में से कौन, भारत में उगाया जाने वाला मोटा अनाज (millets) है? हरका (Haraka) राजगिरा (Rajgira) कोर्रा (Korra) कुटकी (Kutki) सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 2 केवल 3 और 4 केवल 1, 3 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.7) Consider the following factors influencing industrial locations: Government Policy Access to Market Access to Transportation and Communication Facilities Access to Agglomeration Economies Which of the factors given above is/are correct? 1, 3 and 4 Only 1, 2 and 4 Only 1, 2 and 3 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Q.7) औद्योगिक स्थानों को प्रभावित करने वाले निम्नलिखित कारकों पर विचार करें: सरकारी नीति बाजार तक पहुंच परिवहन और संचार सुविधाओं तक पहुंच कई अर्थव्यवस्थाओं (Agglomeration Economies) तक पहुंच ऊपर दिए गए कौन से कारक सही हैं / हैं? केवल 1, 3 और 4 केवल 1, 2 और 4  केवल 1, 2 और 3 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.8) Consider the following statements with regard to footloose industries: The product cost varies spatially in footloose industries.  They are not dependent on any specific raw material.  Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2  Q.8) उद्योगों के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: उत्पाद लागत स्‍थान स्वतंत्र उद्योगों (footloose industries) में स्थानिक रूप से भिन्न होती है। वे किसी विशिष्ट कच्चे माल पर निर्भर नहीं होते हैं। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.9) “Cool Climate with moderate rainfall, flat and well drained plain areas, fertile friable loam and heavy inputs in the form of irrigation, high yielding varieties seeds, fertilizers and mechanisation”  Above description is most suitable for which kind of crop in India?  Rice Maize Jowar Wheat Q.9) "मध्यम वर्षा के साथ ठंडी जलवायु, समतल और अच्छी तरह से सूखा हुआ मैदानी क्षेत्र, उपजाऊ भुरभुरी दोमट और सिंचाई के रूप में भारी इनपुट, उच्च उपज वाली किस्मों के बीज, उर्वरक और मशीनीकरण" उपरोक्त विवरण, भारत में किस प्रकार की फसल के लिए सबसे उपयुक्त है? चावल मक्का ज्वार गेहूँ Q.10) Which among the following is known as “Black Ore”?  Magnetite Haematite Limonite Siderite Q.10) निम्नलिखित में से किसे "काले अयस्क" (Black Ore) के रूप में जाना जाता है? मैग्नेटाइट हेमटाइट लिमोनाईट सिडेराईट Q.11) Consider the following descriptions of a mineral found in India:  It forms when laterite soils are severely leached of silica and other soluble materials in a wet tropical or subtropical climate. In India, Odisha is the leading producing state.   It is a sedimentary rock with high aluminium content.  Which of the following minerals is described in the above statements?  Iron  Copper Bauxite Manganese.  Q.11) भारत में पाए जाने वाले खनिज के निम्नलिखित विवरणों पर विचार करें: यह तब निर्मित होता है जब लेटेराइट मिट्टी में सिलिका और अन्य घुलनशील सामग्रियों की आद्र उष्णकटिबंधीय या उपोष्णकटिबंधीय जलवायु में गंभीर रूप से लीचिंग होती है। भारत में, ओडिशा अग्रणी उत्पादक राज्य है। यह उच्च एल्यूमीनियम सामग्री के साथ एक अवसादी चट्टान है। उपरोक्त कथन में, निम्नलिखित में से किस खनिज का वर्णन किया गया है? लोहा तांबा बॉक्साइट मैंगनीज Q.12) Consider the following statements:  It is known as ‘Abhrak’  Its insulating properties have made it a valuable mineral in electrical and electronics industry.  Muscovite, Phlogopite and Biotite are three major types found in India.  Which of the following minerals is described above?  Dolomite Asbestos Mica Sillimanite Q.12) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: इसे 'अभ्रक' (Abhrak) के नाम से जाना जाता है इसके रोधक (insulating) गुणों ने इसे इलेक्ट्रिकल और इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स उद्योग में एक मूल्यवान खनिज बना दिया है। Muscovite, Phlogopite और Biotite भारत में पाए जाने वाले तीन प्रमुख प्रकार हैं। निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा खनिज ऊपर वर्णित है? डोलोमाइट एस्बेस्टस अभ्रक (Mica) सिलिमेनाइट Q.13) Consider the following statements:  Cement industry is the largest consumer of iron ore in India next to the Iron and Steel industry.  India is the world’s largest producer of sponge iron.   Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2  Q.13) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: सीमेंट उद्योग भारत में लौह और इस्पात उद्योग के बाद में लौह अयस्क का सबसे बड़ा उपभोक्ता है। भारत स्पंज आयरन (sponge iron) का विश्व का सबसे बड़ा उत्पादक है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.14) Consider the following statements with respect to coal reserves in India:   Gondwana rocks contain about 98 percent of coal reserves of India.  Lignite known as brown coal is the lowest quality coal found.  Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2  Q.14) भारत में कोयला भंडार के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: गोंडवाना चट्टानों में भारत का लगभग 98 प्रतिशत कोयला भंडार है। भूरे कोयले (brown coal) के रूप में जाना जाने वाला लिग्नाइट सबसे निम्न गुणवत्ता वाला कोयला है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.15) Consider the following services:  Radio service.  Real estate Advisory and Consultant Retail trade Inland water transport.  Which of the above is/are tertiary sector activities?  Choose the correct option:  1, 3. 4 and 5 Only 1, 2. 4and 5 Only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Only 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5   Q.15) निम्नलिखित सेवाओं पर विचार करें: रेडियो सेवा रियल एस्टेट सलाहकारी और परामर्शदायी खुदरा व्यापार अंतर्देशीय जल परिवहन। उपरोक्त में से कौन सी, तृतीयक क्षेत्र की गतिविधियाँ हैं / हैं? सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1, 3. 4 और 5 केवल 1, 2. 4 और 5  केवल 1, 2, 3 और 4 1, 2, 3, 4 और 5 Q.16) Which of the following are the problems faced by the jute industry in India?  Inadequate supply of raw materials.  Obsolete machinery Competition from substitutes.  Choose the correct option:  1 only  1 and 3  1 and 2  1, 2 and 3  Q.16) भारत में जूट उद्योग, निम्नलिखित में से कौन सी समस्याओं का सामना कर रहा है? कच्चे माल की अपर्याप्त आपूर्ति अप्रचलित मशीनरी विकल्प (substitutes) से प्रतिस्पर्धा सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 1 और 3 1 और 2 1, 2 और 3 Q.17) Which of the following crops are considered as Rabi crops in India? Wheat Rapeseed  Cotton Mustard.   Choose the correct option: 1 and 2 only 1 and 3 only 1, 2 and 4  only  1, 2, 3 and 4  Q.17) भारत में निम्न में से किस फसल को रबी फसल माना जाता है? गेहूँ सफेद सरसों (Rapeseed) कपास सरसों सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 और 3 केवल 1, 2 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.18) Consider the following statements with respect to Silk Industry in India: India is the largest producer of raw silk in the world.  More than two-third of silk produced in India is Mulberry silk.  Muga silk is exclusively found in Assam region Which of the above statements is/are correct?  1 only  1 and 2 only  2 and 3 only   1, 2 and 3  Q.18) भारत में रेशम उद्योग के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: भारत विश्व में कच्चे रेशम का सबसे बड़ा उत्पादक है। भारत में उत्पादित रेशम का दो-तिहाई से अधिक शहतूत रेशम (Mulberry silk) है। मुगा रेशम विशेष रूप से असम क्षेत्र में पाया जाता है उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1  केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q. 19) Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?          Steel Plant        ::             Collaboration with Rourkela Steel plant      ::       Germany.  Bhilai Steel Plant            ::       Russia.  Durgapur Steel Plant     ::       Russia.  Bokaro Steel Plant          ::       United Kingdom.   Choose the correct option: 1 and 2 only  2 and 3 only 1 and 4 only 3 and 4 only Q. 19) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा युग्म सही रूप से सुमेलित है / हैं?             इस्पात संयंत्र                               सहयोग कर्ता  राउरकेला इस्पात संयंत्र                      जर्मनी भिलाई इस्पात संयंत्र                            रूस दुर्गापुर इस्पात संयंत्र                            रूस बोकारो इस्पात संयंत्र                    यूनाइटेड किंगडम सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1 और 4 केवल 3 और 4 Q.20) Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?  Rail Factory :: Location The Integral Coach Factory :: Perambur Bharat Earth Movers :: Pune Rail Coach Factory :: Bengaluru Rail Wheel Factory :: Kapurthala Choose the correct option:  1 only  1 and 4 only  1, 2 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4  Q.20) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा युग्म सही ढंग से सुमेलित है / हैं?               रेल कारखाना                  स्थान इंटीग्रल कोच फैक्ट्री           पेरम्बूर भारत अर्थ मूवर्स                  पुणे रेल कोच फैक्टरी                बेंगलुरु रेल पहिया कारखाना          कपूरथला सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 केवल 1 और 4 केवल 1, 2 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.21) With reference to National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) Project, Consider the following statements: NeVA is mission mode project to digitize the functioning of State Legislatures in India. The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs is the nodal ministry for its implementation. Andhra Pradesh is the first Digital Legislature of the country. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 1 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.21) राष्ट्रीय ई-विधान आवेदन (NeVA) परियोजना के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: भारत में राज्य विधानसभाओं के कामकाज को डिजिटल बनाने के लिए NeVA एक मिशन मोड परियोजना है। संसदीय कार्य मंत्रालय इसके कार्यान्वयन के लिए नोडल मंत्रालय है। आंध्र प्रदेश देश का पहला डिजिटल विधानमंडल है। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1 1, 2 और 3 Q.22) Consider the following statements about Marine Otter It is categorised as ‘endangered’ by the IUCN. It is endemic to South Africa Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?  1 only  2 only  1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2 Q.22) समुद्री ओटर (Marine Otter) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें इसे IUCN द्वारा 'लुप्तप्राय' (EN) के रूप में वर्गीकृत किया गया है। यह दक्षिण अफ्रीका के लिए स्थानिक है ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा गलत है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.23) Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Hojagiri? Hojagiri is a folk dance, performed in the state of Nagaland. The dance is performed only by men. Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2 Q.23) होजागिरी (Hojagiri) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही है / हैं? होजागिरी एक लोक नृत्य है, जो नागालैंड राज्य में किया जाता है। नृत्य केवल पुरुषों द्वारा किया जाता है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें: केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.24) With reference to Rani ki Vav, Consider the following statements: It is located in Rajasthan. It is the only stepwell to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is Located on the banks of Saraswati river Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 only 1 and 3 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.24) रानी की वाव के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: यह राजस्थान में स्थित है। यह यूनेस्को द्वारा विश्व धरोहर स्थल घोषित की जाने वाली एकमात्र बावली (stepwell) है। यह सरस्वती नदी के तट पर स्थित है ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 और 3 केवल 2 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.25) Consider the following statements about Gharials It is categorised as ‘critically endangered’ by the IUCN. Gharials live in clear freshwater river systems. Gharials are now found only in India and Nepal. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 2 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.25) घड़ियाल (Gharials) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें इसे IUCN द्वारा 'गंभीर रूप से लुप्तप्राय' (CR) के रूप में वर्गीकृत किया गया है। घड़ियाल मीठे पानी की नदी प्रणालियों में रहते हैं। घड़ियाल अब केवल भारत और नेपाल में पाए जाते हैं। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 2  1, 2 और 3 Q.26) Consider the following statements Indian Pangolin is found in India only Chinese Pangolin is found in China only Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.26) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें भारतीय पैंगोलिन केवल भारत में पाया जाता है चीनी पैंगोलिन केवल चीन में पाया जाता है सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.27) ‘UN Human Rights Council Resolution 30/1 and its two successor resolutions, 34/1 and 40/1’ were in news recently. It is associated with which of the following countries? Myanmar China Sri Lanka Rwanda Q.27) ‘संयुक्त राष्ट्र मानवाधिकार परिषद संकल्प 30/1 और इसके दो उत्तराधिकारी संकल्प, 34/1 और 40/1' हाल ही में समाचारों में थे। यह निम्नलिखित देशों में से किसके साथ संबंधित हैं? म्यांमार चीन श्रीलंका रवांडा Q.28) Which of the following statements is/are correct? The essence of Article 30(1) is to ensure equal treatment between the majority and the minority institutions. Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice is absolute. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.28) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही है / हैं? अनुच्छेद 30 (1) का सार बहुसंख्यक और अल्पसंख्यक संस्थानों के बीच समान उपचार सुनिश्चित करना है। अल्पसंख्यकों को उनकी पसंद के शिक्षण संस्थानों की स्थापना और प्रशासन का अधिकार पूर्ण (absolute) है। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.29) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT)’ It is headquartered in Hyderabad. It was founded in 1972 by a consortium of organisations convened by the Ford and the Rockefeller foundations. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.29) अंतर्राष्ट्रीय अर्द्ध-शुष्क उष्णकटिबंधीय फसल अनुसंधान संस्थान (ICRISAT) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। इसका मुख्यालय हैदराबाद में है। इसकी स्थापना 1972 में फोर्ड और रॉकफेलर फाउंडेशन द्वारा बुलाई गई संस्थाओं के एक संघ द्वारा की गई थी। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.30) ‘TIGR2ESS’ is concerned with Trafficking of Wild Animals Land Degradation Neutrality Food Security Wetlands Conservation Q.30) 'TIGR2ESS' किससे संबंधित है वन्य जीवों की तस्करी भूमि अवक्रमण तटस्थता खाद्य सुरक्षा आद्रभूमि संरक्षण DOWNLOAD THE SOLUTION ENGLISH HINDI NOTE- Follow this for Comments Mention- Time Taken after solving the Test After the release of Solution Edit your Comment to Mention-  Correct/Incorrect and Score 2 Marks for Correct/0.66 minus for Incorrect. DOWNLOAD THE 60 DAYS PLAN 2020  PRELIMS EXCLUSIVE CURRENT AFFAIRS CLASSES (12 SESSIONS-By Tauseef Sir): STARTING 15 APRIL- JOIN NOW! All the Best! IASbaba    

Apr 20, 2020 Motivational Articles

Creative Guidance – Beginning Meditation – Inspirational Educative Articles

Beginning Meditation: To observe the experiences of the body, pick a point on your body and simply focus on it. Don’t bother about meditation. When meditation has to happen, it will happen by itself. Just keep focusing. Every time your mind wants to qualify the actions or the sensations of the body, stay alert and bring your focus back to the body. Do not allow the mind to take your attention away from the body. It is very easy to drift into thinking and forget the body. For example, you can hear all these sounds coming from the pond (frogs croaking in the background). As long as you keep your focus and awareness on the sound, and observe how your body is responding to these sounds, you are with the experience of the body. But, the moment you begin to think, “What is this sound? Where is this sound coming from? Is it a frog or something else? I wonder how frogs make these sounds.” Then you have drifted into the mind and its world of imagination. If you can stay with the body, you can actually hear all the sounds as a form of vibration in your body. If you close your eyes and try to experience the sensations using your body, you will notice that your body is vibrating along with the sound. If you stop drifting into thoughts and use your body to experience the sound, you will experience all this very differently. You will see that there is a deeper connection between your body and the surroundings. There is something deeply satisfying in the process of putting your body amidst nature and observing all its sensations. It is unfortunate that we are slowly losing this ability to feel and experience life through our bodies. We are getting more and more entangled in our imaginary minds. “This article is a part of the creative endeavor of Meditation Farm and IASBABA.”

Apr 19, 2020 Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent and Creativity

Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity: HANDMADE SILK THREAD EARRINGS by AISHWARYA SINGH & YouTube Channel "THE QUARANTINE LIFE DELHI " by RAHUL & PRASHANT

Hello Friends, You must be aware of the term ‘catharsis’. It is the process of releasing and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions. Recently we have launched a new initiative by the name Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity! Today's work is SPECIAL as this art/work is different from the usual ones, we have received till now. Well done, Keep it up !! HANDMADE SILK THREAD EARRINGS by AISHWARYA SINGH "THE QUARANTINE LIFE DELHI " by RAHUL & PRASHANT This is an initiative started by RAHUL & PRASHANT at the time of Corona. Support RAHUL & PRASHANT's  YouTube channel  "THE  QUARANTINE  LIFE DELHI " made for the UPSC aspirant. YouTube channel - Click here   Be creative and find your catharsis in whichever form of creativity you are comfortable with.  It could be anything- a song, a painting, a poem, a story, a dance performance, rangolis, jokes/humor, culinary skills, mimicry and whatnot. There is no limit to creativity. Just unleash and share it with everyone! Why don’t you share your moments of catharsis with us? UPSC is not only about academics but personality as well. And your personality is shaped by the creativity that you possess.   To know more about Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity' Initiative and the Previous Creative work  -> CLICK HERE We encourage you to keep the comment section alive by sharing your talents and also by commenting and encouraging the talent of your peers. We are also going to be a regular visitor here and will keep on posting the creative works by our talented team members and staff. NOTE- You can also nominate by tagging anyone (if you know about the talent of your friend or anyone) 🙂 You can share your talent/creativity with us on support@iasbaba.com and ilp@iasbaba.com  P.S: Kindly share it in a format that can be published on the website. We believe each one of you have some hidden talent. It’s time that you explore more about yourselves and remain positive throughout this journey. Make the best use of this opportunity! Thank You IASbaba

Apr 18, 2020 IASbaba's Daily Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 18th April 2020

IAS UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 18th April 2020 Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) The National Cyber Coordination Centre issues guidelines against Zoom app Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III – Cybersecurity In News: The National Cyber Coordination Centre (CyCord), under the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), issued a set of guidelines for safe usage of Zoom – a web based video conferencing tool.  The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued an advisory that the Zoom is not a safe platform. Key takeaways: USA based ZOOM video communication has seen an exponential rise in usage in India as office-goers remain at home owing to the present lockdown. The software used in the online platform is said to be made in China and some calls were being routed through servers in China. Important value additions: The National Cyber Coordination Centre (NCCC) The NCCC was developed in 2017. It is an operational cybersecurity and e-surveillance agency in India.  It is intended to screen communication metadata (little snippets of information hidden inside each communication) and co-ordinate the intelligence gathering activities of other agencies. Some have expressed concern that the body could encroach on Indian citizens' privacy and civil-liberties, given the lack of explicit privacy laws in the country. Components of the NCCC include: a cybercrime prevention strategy,  cybercrime investigation training and  review of outdated laws.  Indian and U.S. intelligence agencies are also working together to curb misuse of social media platforms in the virtual world by terror groups Zoom  It is a web-based video conferencing tool with a local, desktop client and a mobile app that allows users to meet online, with or without video.  Solid-state sensor to detect the heavy metal ions developed Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III – Science and Technology In News: Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS) has developed a compact solid-state sensor to detect the heavy metal ions in water. The sensor can detect the heavy metal ions, e.g., lead ions (Pb2) down to 0.4 parts per billion (ppb) for efficient onsite detection. Important value additions: Heavy metal ions Heavy metal ions such as lead, mercury and cadmium pose severe potential threats to living beings as they can easily be accumulated in the body. They cannot be detoxified by any chemical or biological processes. Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS) It is an autonomous research institute under Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India.  DST provides core support to the Centre in the form of a grant-in-aid for conducting basic and applied research in nano and soft matter sciences.  CeNS is located at Jalahalli, Bengaluru. The current activities of the Centre are focussed on a variety of metal and semiconductor nanostructures, liquid crystals, gels, membranes and hybrid materials. It is being mentored by Nano-Mission of the Government of India. Trimeresurus Salazar: New Species of green pit viper found Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III – Biodiversity In News: A new species of green pit viper has been discovered in Arunachal Pradesh recently which was named Trimeresurus Salazar. It has been collected from the Pakke Tiger Reserve in Pakke-Kessang district in Arunachal Pradesh.  Important value additions: Trimeresurus Salazar - Green pit viper Green pit viper is a common name for several venomous snakes and may refer to: Trimeresurus albolabris (native to southeastern Asia from India to China and Indonesia) Trimeresurus macrops (native to Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam) Trimeresurus trigonocephalus (endemic to Sri Lanka) And, now, newly discovered Trimeresurus Salazar (Arunachal Pradesh) Salazar’s pit viper belongs to the genus Trimeresurus Lacépède. They are morphologically and ecologically diverse species. They are distinguished by their heat-sensing pit organs between the eye and the nostril. IUCN status of Trimeresurus Salazar: yet to be known. Daily Current Affairs IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 18th April 2020 Image Source: Click here Miscellaneous COVSACK Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad under DRDO has developed COVID Sample Collection Kiosk (COVSACK) to combat Coronavirus (COVID-19). It is a kiosk for use by healthcare workers for taking COVID-19 samples from suspected infected patients.  Patient under test walks into the Kiosk and a nasal or oral swab is taken by health care professional from outside through the built in gloves. The Kiosk is automatically disinfected without the need for human involvement.  Chitra GeneLAMP-N Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum, an Institute of National Importance, of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), has developed a diagnostic test kit that can confirm COVID19 in 2 hours at low cost. It detects the N Gene of SARS- COV2 using reverse transcriptase loop-mediated amplification of viral nucleic acid (RT-LAMP).  It will be one of the world’s first few of its kinds in the world. It can detect two regions of the gene, which will ensure that the test does not fail even if one region of the viral gene undergoes mutation during its current spread.  Anastomosis   An anastomosis is a surgical connection between two structures.  It usually means a connection that is created between tubular structures, such as blood vessels or loops of intestine.  Severed hand of an assistant sub inspector in Punjab was recently re-implanted through the process of anastomosis.  Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) After leaving the ICU, some Covid-19 patients may suffer from post-intensive care syndrome (PICS).  PICS is defined as new or worsening impairment in: physical (ICU-acquired neuromuscular weakness), cognitive (thinking and judgment), mental health status.  It arises after critical illness and persists even after getting discharged.  (MAINS FOCUS) ECONOMY/ GOVERNANCE Topic: General Studies 3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.  COVID-19: RBI announces second set of measures Context: After its first relief package, RBI announced second set of measures to combat the lockdown impact on the economy Relief measures announced by RBI are Liquidity infusion of ₹1 lakh crore, of which  ₹50,000 crore is exclusively for non-banking finance companies (NBFCs), via banks through TLTROs ₹50,000 crore to refinance agencies like NABARD, SIDBI and National Housing Bank. Help for States: RBI has increased the ways and means advances (WMA) limits of States by 60%, over and above the level as on March 31, 2020. Reserve repo rate reduced by 25 bps to 3.75%. — while keeping the repo rate unchanged  An asset classification will be on standstill during the moratorium period for accounts that were not already NPAs as of March 1,2020 Accommodative on rates: RBI has indicated room for reduction in repo rate as inflation softens. About TLTROs These are Targeted Long Term Repo Operations Repo rate is the rate at which Banks borrow from RBI. Generally, these loans are for short durations up to 2 weeks LTRO is a tool that lets banks borrow one to three-year funds from RBI at the repo rate by providing government securities with similar or higher tenure as collateral. It is called 'Targeted' LTRO when RBI wants banks opting for funds under this option to be specifically invested in Targeted Sector (Ex: Corporate debt, NBFC, MFI) Impact of RBI’s actions Liquidity enhancing measures will ease financial stress and help increase credit flows particularly to NBFC sector The NBFCs have experienced liquidity shortage since banks had not offered them any moratorium for repayment Housing sector: The soft loan to NHB should help bring down the cost of home loans Small businesses can hope for some cheap credit from SIDBI, and the rural-agrarian community from NABARD. Provides comfort to States to plan market borrowing programmes better and undertake better containment and mitigation efforts. Avoids Lazy Banking: Reduction in repo rate will discourage banks from parking their excess liquidity with RBI Relief to borrowers who were worried that opting for the moratorium may turn them into NPAs Challenges Ahead Implementation Challenges: With regard to TLTROs into NBFC, investment-grade NBFC assets will be harder to come by now, which will disincentivize the banks from engaging with TLTROs altogether Insufficient: There is no buy-out of corporate bonds by RBI, and no big largesse for real estate developers Muted demand in Housing sector, hence soft loans to NHB will not yield dramatic results. Consequences of heightened liquidity like Inflation which needs to tackled in future Way Ahead Banks will have to be liberal in extending help for working capital loans and overdrafts to their borrowers, including MSMEs. The government could help by extending a scheme of credit assurance cover that will encourage banks to be more liberal in their lending activity Connecting the dots: Priority Sector Lending Impact of money supply on exchange rate POLITY/ GOVERNANCE/ SOCIETY Topic: General Studies 2 & 3: Devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein.  Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors  The role of NGOs, SHGs and various groups COVID-19: Social democracy and dividends for Kerala Context: Kerala was the first State with a recorded case of coronavirus  Given Kerala’s population density, deep connections to the global economy and the high international mobility of its citizens, it was primed to be COVID-19 hotspot. However, Kerala has been able to effectively contain the pandemic leading to flattened coronavirus curve (refer the image below). Daily Current Affairs IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 18th April 2020 Image Source: India Today Kerala’s ability to effectively tackle crisis is attributed to its robust Social Democracy What is Social Democracy and what are its features? Social democracies are built on an encompassing social pact with a political commitment to providing basic welfare and broad-based opportunity to all citizens It supports practical, progressive reforms of capitalism (free-market economy) and is more concerned to administrate and humanize it -- a key difference with Socialism which detests free-market economy The emphasis is on State interventions to promote Social Justice -- a key difference with Capitalism Presence of vibrant Civil Society and robust institutions that checks State’s actions Values of Liberalism, tolerance and decentralisation is promoted Treats people not as subjects or clients, but as rights-bearing citizens. Social Democracy can thus be considered as mid-path between Socialism and Capitalism.  Majority of countries in the world have adopted this model with the differing inclination towards free-market economy or State interference How did Social Democratic Culture emerge in Kerala? It emerged from recurrent episodes of popular mobilisation  Temple entry movement of the 1930s Peasant and workers’ movements in the 1950s and 1960s,  Mass literacy movement in the 1980s,  Kerala Sasthra Sahithya Parishad (KSSP)-led movement for people’s decentralised planning in the 1990s Recent gender and environmental movements Advantages of Social Democracy- which is reflected in the state of Kerala Nurtures a strong sense of social citizenship  Builds Institutions: Social Democracy drives reforms that strengthens the legal and institutional capacity for public action Emphasis on rights-based welfare instead of clientele/patronage based welfare Reinforces a vibrant, organised civil society which demands continuous accountability from authority It pressures all governments, regardless of the political party in power, to deliver public services and to constantly expand the social safety net. Pressurises to empower local government - Nowhere in India are local governments as resourced and as capable as in Kerala Generalised Trust on the State, which enables heightened compliance with State’s directives How was Kerala able to manage the pandemic effectively? Due to its strong Social Democratic Culture, the government was able to Convince citizens to comply with State’s directives (Enhanced Trust on State) Quickly mobilise financial and societal resources – Announced COVID-19 package much ahead of National relief package  Smoothly coordinate across multiple authorities and jurisdictions - Creation of State response team that coordinated 18 different functional teams Effective Communication: Daily press conferences with the public by CM to ensure the connect with public and to remind the public that virus does not discriminate, destigmatising the pandemic. Social Issue: Government emphasised lockdown response was less an enforcement issue than about people’s participation Leverage a broad and dense health-care system: Despite the recent growth of private health services, Kerala has maintained a robust public presence.  Taking into the confidence the front-line workers: Kerala’s public health-care workers are highly unionised and organised which made the government lay emphasis on protecting the health of first responders. Highly mobilised civil society- As the cases multiplied, the government called on two lakh volunteers to go door to door, identifying those at risk and those in need. Food Needs taken care of:  Government was able to deliver three lakh meals a day through Kudumbasree (Self-Help group) community kitchens  Last Mile Care: Two decades of empowering local governments in Kerala enabled in focalising containment efforts in hotspots Conclusion The pandemic is a physical exam of the social body, and never has public trust been put to a greater test. Kerala has managed the crisis by building on legacies of egalitarianism, social rights and public trust Connecting the dots: Socialism with Chinese characteristics Delhi model of development (during AAP government’s tenure)   (TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE) Model questions: (You can now post your answers in comment section) Note:  Correct answers of today’s questions will be provided in next day’s DNA section. Kindly refer to it and update your answers.  Comments Up-voted by IASbaba are also the “correct answers”. Q.1 Consider the following statements: The National Cyber Coordination Centre is an e-surveillance agency in India.  It works under Minsitry of Defence. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.2 Consider the following statements: Heavy metal ions cannot easily be accumulated in the body. They can be detoxified by any chemical or biological processes. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.3 A new species of green pit viper has been found in which of the following tiger reserve? Manas Tiger Reserve Pakke Tiger Reserve Panna Tiger Reserve Kaziranga Tiger Reserve Q.4 Consider the following statements regarding Chitra GeneLAMP-N: It detects the N Gene of SARS- COV2. It can detect two regions of the gene. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2  ANSWERS FOR 17th April 2020 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1 C 2 D 3 A 4 A Must Read About Ethical Politics (focus on Tenth Schedule): The Hindu About IMD forecast system: The Hindu About Missing Parliament & Judiciary in COVID-19 crisis: The Indian Express

Apr 18, 2020 60 DAYS PROGRAMME-PRELIMS 2020

IASbaba’s 60 Day Plan [Day - 42]- IAS Prelims Test Series 2020 ENVIRONMENT & CURRENT AFFAIRS

ARCHIVES OF 60 DAY PLAN STRATEGY [VIDEO]: UPSC IAS Preparation Guidance/Tips from Mohan Sir  Dear Students, The 60 Days Training has finally begun:) DAY 42 is here! It is time to Introspect, Ideate and Improve!! We have come-up with articles to instil confidence, motivate you in the present situation. Do read these articles. Mark the words/lines in your dairy. These very lines can be the driving force’ in the time of uncertainty. [STRATEGY] MUST READ: 21 Days of Lockdown-What to do? Introspect, Ideate and Improve !! MUST READ: PRELIMS in Testing Times – Don’t Forget the ‘WHY’; IASbaba’s dedicated HOTLINE for Aspirants and Prelims Postponing Rumours Coronavirus[VIDEO]: Awareness, Myths, Solidarity and Message to All UPSC Aspirants by Mohan Sir Founder IASbaba   To ensure that your preparation goes smoothly and keeping up with our promise, we have come up with a Dedicated HOTLINE (Communication channel) - Connect with BABA for all UPSC/IAS Aspirants. From today, you will be able to speak with the Founders and Core Team of IASbaba on telephone regarding ‘any queries’ related to UPSC preparation in general or Subject-specific doubts. This Hotline, will be in addition to the 'ASK YOUR BABA' (#ASKBABA) thread opened on a daily basis for our 60 Day plan. We will try to make sure that with so much going around these days, you have at least one less thing to worry about.   How to make use of HOTLINE and ASK YOUR BABA (#ASKBABA)? There are 2 initiatives which will be running parallely. 1. HOTLINE - Connect with BABA (5pm - 7pm) The communication channel will be open ONLY for 2 hours Daily (except on Sundays - holiday) from 5pm to 7 pm. Please do not make calls before or after the specified time. As we will be occupied with other daily initiatives running on the website and mentorship. Hope you understand our time constraints. Please note that, call facilities are mainly for queries related to preparation per se like strategies, difficulties in reading a subject, what to read, what not to read, how to manage time, revision, motivation etc. You can call on the numbers given below. For any queries related to - UPSC Preparation (Prelims, Mains, Interview) Strategy & Current Affairs – contact 9986190082 Environment & Science and Technology – contact 9986193016 Polity & Economics – contact 9899291288 Geography & History – contact 9591106864 We have separated General Strategy (Preparation per se – Pre, Mains, Interview) and Current Affairs from other subjects. You can make use of the HOTLINE, as per your needs.   2. ASK YOUR BABA (#ASKBABA) - clear your doubts on the 60 Day Platform (Online from 11 am - 10 pm) Use the disqus comment section of that particular day (60 Day post - For Ex: Today is Day 25) to clear all your subject specific doubts of the day. You can post your queries/doubts with #ASKBABA !! Here, doubts related to the 60 day questions or conceptual clarity in a particular subject can be asked. Your doubts will be cleared on real-time basis (or max within hour it will be answered from the subject experts) If you are genuinely finding difficulty interms of preparing with that particular subject, then you can use 5pm-7pm window to make calls. If you are not able to speak to IASbaba's Team, then you can still post your doubts/queries in the same post of the 60 day initiative. As mentioned above, your doubts will be cleared on real-time basis (or max within hour it will be answered from the subject experts). Make the best use of the communication channel (Ask Your Baba/comment section on daily 60 Day post and calls) provided. We will make sure that, all your queries will be answered to. So we have  tried our bit, to ensure your preparation goes smoothly, you can do your bit by keeping in touch with us via phone/ website to keep yourself going, keep yourself engaged and staying positive during the rough times.   How to make the maximum use of this HOTLINE and #ASKBABA (Disqus comment of 60 Day Plan) on Daily basis? Now, that I have solved 30 mcq’s, what to do next?  How to Analyse my Performance? For Answers to the above Questions  ->CONNECT WITH BABA: IASbaba’s Dedicated HOTLINE for UPSC/IAS Aspirants !!   Note- Download the OMR Sheet and attempt the questions exactly like UPSC Prelims. After you are done, please post your OMR in the comment section. Once the solution key is released (5 PM), cross-check the answers and again, comment the marks (you got) in the same comment thread. This will keep you responsible and sincere in days to come. Also, we need more sets of scores for releasing the cut offs in the night so, requesting all of you to sincerely put your scores in comment section.    You can also take part in discussion with peers.   Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to concept of “Negative emissions”. It means removing CO2 from the atmosphere and storing it on land, underground or in the oceans. This are gases with high warming potential, which poses greater threat in controlling climate change. Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.1) "नकारात्मक उत्सर्जन" (Negative emissions) की अवधारणा के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। इसका अर्थ वातावरण से CO2 निकालना तथा इसे भूमि, भूमिगत या महासागरों में संग्रहीत करना है। ये उच्च उष्मन क्षमता वाली गैसें हैं, जो जलवायु परिवर्तन को नियंत्रित करने में अधिक खतरा पैदा करती हैं। उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.2) The report titled “Ocean deoxygenation” is released by? UNEP IPCCC UN CLIMATE IUCN Q.2) “महासागरीय विऑक्सीजनन” (Ocean deoxygenation) नामक रिपोर्ट किसके द्वारा जारी की गई है? UNEP IPCCC संयुक्त राष्ट्र पर्यावरण (UN CLIMATE) IUCN Q.3) With respect to increasing Marine pollution, What are the impacts of global warming and pollution of water bodies? Rise in sea surface temperature Ocean deoxygenation Decrease in oxygen demand of oceans Formation of Gas Hydrates at bottom of oceans Choose correct option from below: 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 3 and 4 only All of the above  Q.3) बढ़ते समुद्री प्रदूषण के संदर्भ में, ग्लोबल वार्मिंग और जल निकायों के प्रदूषण के प्रभाव क्या हैं? समुद्री सतह के तापमान में वृद्धि महासागरीय विऑक्सीजनन (Ocean deoxygenation) महासागरों की ऑक्सीजन मांग में कमी महासागरों के तल पर गैस हाइड्रेट का निर्माण नीचे से सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 3 और 4 उपरोक्त सभी Q.4) What is meant by carbon pricing, recently seen in News? It is the cost that companies has to bear to bring clean technology in their production lines. It is external costs of carbon emissions, such as damage to crops and health care costs from heat waves and droughts or to property from flooding and sea level rise. Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.4) हाल ही में समाचारों में देखे गए कार्बन मूल्य निर्धारण (carbon pricing) से क्या तात्पर्य है? यह वह लागत है, जिसे कंपनियों को अपनी उत्पादन लाइनों में स्वच्छ प्रौद्योगिकी लाने के लिए वहन करना पड़ता है। यह कार्बन उत्सर्जन की बाह्य लागत है, जैसे फसलों को नुकसान  तथा गर्म लहरों (heat waves) और सूखे से स्वास्थ्य देखभाल की लागत या बाढ़ और समुद्र के स्तर में वृद्धि से प्रभावित संपत्ति की लागत है। उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.5) Consider the following statements with respect to Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer Under Montreal protocol Developing and developed countries have equal but differentiated responsibilities, where developed countries have legally binding targets and developing countries have non-binding targets India achieved complete phase out of HCFC-141 b, one of the most potent ozone depleting chemical after Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.5) ओजोन परत क्षयकारी पदार्थों से संबंधित मॉन्ट्रियल प्रोटोकॉल के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें मॉन्ट्रियल प्रोटोकॉल के तहत विकासशील और विकसित देशों के समान लेकिन विभेदित उत्तरदायित्व हैं, जहां विकसित देशों के पास कानूनी रूप से बाध्यकारी लक्ष्य हैं और विकासशील देशों के पास गैर-बाध्यकारी लक्ष्य हैं भारत ने क्लोरोफ्लोरोकार्बन (CFCs) के बाद, सबसे प्रबल ओजोन क्षयकारी रसायन HCFC-141 b, को पूरी तरह चरणबद्ध तरीके से हटा दिया। उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.6) Indian cities face the worst Air pollution in the world. What steps can be taken to reduce Air pollution across cities. Use of LiDAR Technology to detect and control pollution Photocatalytic paints to be used on roads Set up 'smog towers' Remove Scrubbers from chimneys of Industries Choose correct option from below: 1 and 2 only 2, 3 and 4 only 1, 2 and 3 only All of the above. Q.6) भारतीय शहर विश्व में सबसे खराब वायु प्रदूषण का सामना कर रहे हैं। शहरों में वायु प्रदूषण को कम करने के लिए क्या कदम उठाए जा सकते हैं। प्रदूषण का पता लगाने और नियंत्रित करने के लिए LiDAR प्रौद्योगिकी का उपयोग सड़कों पर प्रयोग किए जाने वाले प्रकाश उत्प्रेरक पेंट (Photocatalytic paints) 'स्मॉग टावर्स' की स्थापना उद्योगों की चिमनियों से स्क्रबर्स को हटाना नीचे से सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2, 3 और 4 केवल 1, 2 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी। Q.7) Consider the following pairs: Conventions/ protocols Pollutants Gothenburg protocol   : Ozone Basel convention      : Plastic Rotterdam convention  : Pesticide Phorate Stockholm Convention  : Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Which of the above is/are correctly matched? 1 and 2 only 2 and 4 only  1, 2 and 3 only All of the above Q.7) निम्नलिखित युग्मों पर विचार करें:           कन्वेंशन / प्रोटोकॉल :प्रदूषक गोथेनबर्ग प्रोटोकॉल: ओजोन बेसल कन्वेंशन: प्लास्टिक रॉटरडैम कन्वेंशन: कीटनाशक फोराट स्टॉकहोम कन्वेंशन: अनवरत कार्बनिक प्रदूषक (Persistent Organic Pollutants -POP) उपरोक्त में से कौन सा सही ढंग से सुमेलित है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 4 केवल 1, 2 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.8) Consider the following statements with respect to corals: Coral reefs have greater biodiversity than tropical rainforests. They are only found in tropical oceans and seas. Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.8) प्रवाल (corals) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: प्रवाल भित्तियों में उष्णकटिबंधीय वर्षावनों की तुलना में अधिक जैव विविधता होती है। वे केवल उष्णकटिबंधीय महासागरों और समुद्रों में पाए जाते हैं। उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.9) With reference to the agricultural practices, consider the following statements: Mulching is the practice of cultivation of leguminous crops between the cropping seasons Inter-cropping method involves growing different crops simultaneously within the same plot. Strip cropping is growing of two simultaneously which have different growth habits and no competition between them Which of the above statement is/are incorrect? 1 only 2 and 4 only 1 and 3 only All of the above Q.9) कृषि प्रथाओं (agricultural practices) के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: पलवार (Mulching) खेती के मौसमों के बीच में फलीदार फसलों (leguminous crops) की खेती करने की प्रथा है अंतर-फसल (Inter-cropping) पद्धति में एक ही भूखंड के भीतर एक साथ विभिन्न फसलें उगाना शामिल होता है। पट्टीदार खेती (Strip cropping ) में दो फसलों एक साथ बढ़ती हैं, जिसमें अलग-अलग विकास क्रियांए होती हैं और उनके बीच कोई प्रतिस्पर्धा नहीं होती है उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन गलत है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 और 4 केवल 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.10) Zero Tillage is the central element in what is now widely termed Conservation Agriculture. What are the advantages of zero tillage? Improves soil structure and soil cover increase the soil’s ability to absorb and infiltrate water Soil erosion is reduced by about 90% and soil biological activity is minimized. Increases evaporation from the soil Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only All of the above Q.10) शून्य जुताई (Zero Tillage) केंद्रीय तत्व है, जिसे अब व्यापक रूप से संरक्षण कृषि कहा जाता है। शून्य जुताई के क्या लाभ हैं? मृदा की संरचना में सुधार तथा मृदा के आवरण से पानी को अवशोषित करने और सोखने की मृदा की क्षमता में वृद्धि होती है मृदा अपरदन लगभग 90% कम हो जाता है तथा मृदा में जैविक क्रियाएं कम हो जाती है। मृदा से वाष्पीकरण को बढ़ाता है उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3  उपरोक्त सभी Q.11) Recently, Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) released report on Groundwater Arsenic Contamination in India. In this context, Consider the following statements: Peninsular states are worst effected by Arsenic contamination Arsenic contamination impacts livestock population Sources of arsenic contamination include both natural as well as Anthropogenic Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only All of the above Q.11) हाल ही में, केंद्रीय भूजल बोर्ड (CGWB) ने भारत में भूजल आर्सेनिक प्रदूषण पर रिपोर्ट जारी की है। इस संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: प्रायद्वीपीय राज्य आर्सेनिक संदूषण से सबसे अधिक प्रभावित हैं आर्सेनिक संदूषण पशुधन आबादी को प्रभावित करता है आर्सेनिक संदूषण के स्रोतों में प्राकृतिक और मानवजनित दोनों शामिल हैं उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3  उपरोक्त सभी Q.12) In the context of water scarcity in India, Consider the following statements: A water-stressed condition happens when per capita availability is less than 1,700 cubic metres Water-scarcity condition when per capita availability falls below 1,000 cubic metres. Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.12) भारत में पानी की कमी के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: एक जल-तनावग्रस्त स्थिति (water-stressed condition) तब होती है जब प्रति व्यक्ति उपलब्धता 1,700 घन मीटर से कम होती है एक जल कमी की स्थिति (Water-scarcity condition) तब होती है जब प्रति व्यक्ति उपलब्धता 1,000 घन मीटर से कम होती है। उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.13) Consider the following statements with respect to Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) JJM aims at providing Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) to every rural household only by 2024. It will focus on integrated demand and supply side management of water Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.13) जल जीवन मिशन (JJM) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें JJM का लक्ष्य केवल 2024 तक प्रत्येक ग्रामीण परिवार को कार्यात्मक घरेलू नल कनेक्शन (FHTC) प्रदान करना है। यह एकीकृत रूप से पानी की मांग और आपूर्ति प्रबंधन पर ध्यान केंद्रित करेगा उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.14) Consider the following statements with respect to Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 (as amended in 2018) Defines maximum thickness of plastic carry bags i.e. 50 microns Rural areas are brought under the rules Responsibility is fixed on street vendors and retailers for controlled use of plastics Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 2 and 3 only 1 and 3 only All of the above Q.14) प्लास्टिक अपशिष्ट प्रबंधन नियम, 2016 (2018 में संशोधित) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें प्लास्टिक कैरी बैग की अधिकतम मोटाई यानी 50 माइक्रोन परिभाषित करता है  ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों को नियमों के तहत लाया जाता है प्लास्टिक के नियंत्रित उपयोग के लिए सड़क विक्रेताओं और खुदरा विक्रेताओं पर जिम्मेदारी तय की गयी है उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.15) With reference to recent All India Tiger estimates, Consider the following statements: Karnataka state recorded highest number of Tigers in India Continuing Increase of tiger-occupied areas has been recorded. Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.15) हालिया अखिल भारतीय बाघ अनुमान (All India Tiger estimates) के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: कर्नाटक राज्य में भारत में बाघों की संख्या सबसे अधिक है बाघ -अधिकृत क्षेत्रों में लगातार बढ़ोतरी दर्ज की गई है। उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.16) Consider the following statements, with respect to Cheetah reintroduction programme. Asiatic cheetah is extinct. Hence, India is introducing African Cheetah is a keystone species of dry forests, scrub forests, and savannahs. Kuno Palpur was the preferred location for introduction of cheetah Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 1 and 3 only 2 and 3 only All of the above Q.16) चीता पुन:प्रजनन कार्यक्रम (Cheetah reintroduction programme) के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। एशियाई चीता विलुप्त हो चूका है। इसलिए, भारत अफ्रीकी प्रस्तावित कर रहा है चीता शुष्क वनों, झाड़ियों वाले वनों और सवाना की कीस्टोन प्रजाति है। चीता के पुरःस्थापन के लिए कुनो पालपुर (Kuno Palpur) पसंदीदा स्थान है उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 1 और 3 केवल 2 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.17) With reference to tropical and temperate forests diversity, consider the following statements: Temperate forests have a thin canopy of trees whereas tropical forests have a thick canopy Tropical Forests consists of very high tree species as compared to temperate forests. Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.17) उष्णकटिबंधीय (tropical) और समशीतोष्ण (temperate) वनों की विविधता के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: समशीतोष्ण वनों में पेड़ों की पतली छतरी (thin canopy) होती है जबकि उष्णकटिबंधीय वनों में घनी छतरी (thick canopy) होती है समशीतोष्ण वनों की तुलना में उष्णकटिबंधीय वनों में बहुत अधिक पेड़ों की प्रजातियाँ होती हैं। उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.18) With reference to the productivity of an ecosystem, consider the following statements Gross primary productivity of an ecosystem is the rate of production of organic matter during photosynthesis. Secondary productivity is the available biomass for the consumption to heterotrophs Net primary productivity is defined as the rate of formation of new organic matter by consumers Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 1 and 3 only 2 and 3 only All of the above Q.18) एक पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र की उत्पादकता के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें एक पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र की सकल प्राथमिक उत्पादकता, प्रकाश संश्लेषण के दौरान कार्बनिक पदार्थों के उत्पादन की दर होती है। द्वितीयक उत्पादकता परपोषितों (heterotrophs) के उपभोग के लिए उपलब्ध जैवभार/ बायोमास होता है शुद्ध प्राथमिक उत्पादकता को उपभोक्ताओं द्वारा नए कार्बनिक पदार्थों के निर्माण की दर के रूप में परिभाषित किया गया है उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 1 और 3 केवल 2 और 3  उपरोक्त सभी Q.19) India's Starry Dwarf Frog is found in the region of? Western Himalayas Eastern Himalayas Western Ghats Andaman and Nicobar island region Q.19) भारत का तारों वाला बौना मेंढक (Starry Dwarf Frog) किस क्षेत्र में पाया जाता है? पश्चिमी हिमालय पूर्वी हिमालय पश्चिमी घाट अंडमान और निकोबार द्वीप क्षेत्र Q.20) Which of the following are Critically Endangered Species In India? Great Indian Bustard Malabar civet Ganges shark Red headed Vulture Pygmy Hog Choose correct option from below: 1 and 2 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 only 2, 3, 4 and 5 only All of the above. Q.20) भारत में निम्नलिखित में से कौन, गंभीर रूप से लुप्तप्राय (Critically Endangered) प्रजातियाँ हैं? ग्रेट इंडियन बस्टर्ड मालाबार सीवेट गंगाई शार्क लाल सिर वाला गिद्ध (Red headed Vulture) पिग्मी हॉग नीचे से सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1, 2, 3 और 4 केवल 2, 3, 4 और 5 उपरोक्त सभी। Q.21) Recently 10 wetlands from India were added to the list of ‘Wetlands of International Importance’. With reference to Ramsar sites in India, consider the following statements: With new additions, the total Ramsar sites in India increased to 36. Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of Ramsar sites than other Indian States. All Southern States except Goa and Telangana has atleast one Ramsar site in it. Which of the above statement is/are incorrect? 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 1 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3  Q.21) हाल ही में, भारत की 10 आद्रभूमियों को ‘अंतर्राष्ट्रीय महत्व के आद्रभूमियों’ की सूची में जोड़ा गया था। भारत में रामसर स्थलों के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: नए सम्मिलित होने के साथ, भारत में कुल रामसर स्थल बढ़कर 36 हो गए हैं। उत्तर प्रदेश में अन्य भारतीय राज्यों की तुलना में सबसे अधिक रामसर स्थल हैं। गोवा और तेलंगाना को छोड़कर सभी दक्षिणी राज्यों में न्यूनतम एक रामसर स्थल है। उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन गलत है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.22) The World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) Report is a annual publication of  World Economic Forum (WEF) Organisation of Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) United Nations (UN) World Bank Q.22) विश्व आर्थिक स्थिति और संभावनाएँ (WESP) रिपोर्ट, किसका वार्षिक प्रकाशन है विश्व आर्थिक मंच (WEF) आर्थिक सहयोग और विकास संगठन (OECD) संयुक्त राष्ट्र (UN) विश्व बैंक Q.23) The term ‘Drosophila’ seen in news is a  Digital Currency Model Organism in research Invasive Alien Species Computer Malware Q.23) समाचारों में देखा गया शब्द 'ड्रोसोफिला' (Drosophila) क्या है डिजिटल मुद्रा अनुसंधान में मॉडल जीव आक्रामक विदेशी प्रजातियां कंप्यूटर मैलवेयर Q.24) Consider the following statement about Blue Dot Network: It is a multi-stakeholder initiative to bring together governments, the private sector and civil society. It is expected to serve as a globally recognised evaluation and certification system for marine ecosystem restoration techniques. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only  Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.24) ब्लू डॉट नेटवर्क (Blue Dot Network) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथन पर विचार करें: यह सरकारों, निजी क्षेत्र और नागरिक समाज को एक साथ लाने के लिए एक बहु-हितधारक पहल है। इसके समुद्री पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र पुनःबहाली तकनीकों के लिए, विश्व स्तर पर मान्यता प्राप्त मूल्यांकन और प्रमाणन प्रणाली के रूप में कार्य करने की उम्मीद है। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.25) Consider the following pairs:       Multilateral Conference  Host country    1. Shangri-La Dialogue China    2. Raisina Dialogue India    3. Sagarmatha Sambaad Bangladesh   Which of the pairs given above are incorrectly matched? 1 only 1 and 2 only 3 only 1 and 3 only Q.25) निम्नलिखित युग्मों पर विचार करें:                      बहुपक्षीय सम्मेलन मेज़बान देश    1. शांगरी-ला डायलॉग चीन    2. रायसीना संवाद भारत    3. सागरमाथा संबाद बांग्लादेश   ऊपर दी गई कौन सी जोड़ी गलत तरीके से मेल खाती है? केवल 1 केवल 1 और 2 केवल 3 केवल 1 और 3 Q.26) ‘Laspeyres Index’ is associated with Volatility in a stock market Consumer Price Index Unemployment due to Recession Non-Performing Assets Q.26) ‘लासपेयर्स सूचकांक’ (Laspeyres Index) किससे संबंधित है शेयर बाजार में अस्थिरता उपभोक्ता मूल्य सूचकांक मंदी के कारण बेरोजगारी गैर-निष्पादित परिसंपत्तियां Q.27) The ‘Shatrughan Chauhan Supreme Court Judgement is associated with Mercy Petitions Right to Marry Right to Property Right to Privacy Q.27) ‘शत्रुघ्न चौहान सर्वोच्च न्यायालय अधिनिर्णय’ किससे संबंधित है दया याचिकाएँ विवाह का अधिकार संपत्ति का अधिकार निजता का अधिकार Q.28) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)’ The OPCW has the power to say whether chemical weapons were used in an attack it has investigated. It is an agency of the United Nations and has a seat in the Hague, Netherlands. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.28) ‘रासायनिक हथियार निषेध संगठन (OPCW)’ के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। ओपीसीडब्ल्यू के पास यह कहने की शक्ति है कि क्या रासायनिक हथियारों का इस्तेमाल एक हमले में किया गया था, इसकी जांच की गई है। यह संयुक्त राष्ट्र की एक एजेंसी है तथा नीदरलैंड के हेग में मुख्यालय है। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.29) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Biological Weapons Convention’. It prohibits use but not possession or development of chemical and biological weapons. It was registered in League of Nations Treaty Series in 1929. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.29) 'जैविक हथियार कन्वेंशन' (Biological Weapons Convention) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। यह रासायनिक और जैविक हथियारों के उपयोग पर प्रतिबंध लगाता है, लेकिन रखने या विकास करने पर नहीं। यह 1929 में लीग ऑफ नेशंस संधि श्रंखला में पंजीकृत हुआ था। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.30) ‘Tal Chhapar Sanctuary’ is located in Gujarat Madhya Pradesh Rajasthan Maharashtra Q.30) ‘ताल छापर अभयारण्य’ कहाँ स्थित है गुजरात मध्य प्रदेश राजस्थान महाराष्ट्र DOWNLOAD THE SOLUTION ENGLISH HINDI NOTE- Follow this for Comments Mention- Time Taken after solving the Test After the release of Solution Edit your Comment to Mention-  Correct/Incorrect and Score 2 Marks for Correct/0.66 minus for Incorrect. DOWNLOAD THE 60 DAYS PLAN 2020  PRELIMS EXCLUSIVE CURRENT AFFAIRS CLASSES (12 SESSIONS-By Tauseef Sir): STARTING 15 APRIL- JOIN NOW! All the Best! IASbaba