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  

Apr 18, 2020 Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent and Creativity

Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity: POEM & SKETCHING by MAHESH JANJIRE!

Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity: POEM & SKETCHING by MAHESH JANJIRE!   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 POEM & SKETCHING by MAHESH JANJIRE! 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 17, 2020 IASbaba's Daily Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 17th April 2020

IAS UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 17th April 2020 Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) National directives for COVID-19 Management issued Part of: GS Prelims and GS-II - Health; GS-III - Disaster management  In News: Union Government has recently issued a list of National Directives for COVID-19 management while extending the lockdown period till 3rd May, 2020.  Key takeaways: Spitting in public is prohibited and punishable with a fine.  Wearing of face cover in work places and public places has been made compulsory.  No organization and manager of public spaces shall allow gathering of five or more persons. Gatherings such as marriages and funerals shall remain regulated by the District Magistrate. There will be a strict ban on sale of items such as liquor, gutka and tobacco. All work places must have adequate arrangements for temperature screening and provide sanitizers at convenient places. Work places should have a gap of one hour between shifts and lunch breaks to ensure social distancing. Both private and public work places are asked to encourage the use of Arogya Setu for all employees. Important value additions: Arogya Setu Aarogya Setu is a COVID-19 tracking mobile application It is developed by the National Informatics Centre that comes under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India. The purpose of this app is to spread the awareness and to connect essential health services to the people of India.  It uses smartphone's GPS and Bluetooth features to track the coronavirus infection.  It is an updated version of an earlier app called Corona Kavach (now discontinued).  Aarogya Setu has four sections:  Your Status: tells the risk of getting COVID-19 for the user.  Self-Assess: lets the user know the risk of being infected.  COVID-19 Update: gives update on the local and national COVID-19 cases.  E-pass:yet to go active.   Amendments made to Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification, 2006 amidst COVID-19  Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III - Environment Impact Assessment  In News: To ramp up availability/production of various drugs against COVID-19, Ministry of Environment has made an amendment to Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification, 2006. All projects or activities in respect of bulk drugs and intermediates, manufactured for addressing various ailments, have been re-categorized from the existing Category ‘A’ to ‘B2’ category. The re-categorization of such proposals will lead to decentralization of appraisal to State Level, thus helping in fast track the process. This amendment is applicable to all proposals received up to 30th September 2020. Important value additions: Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) It is a process of evaluating the likely environmental impacts of a proposed project  It is statutorily backed by the Environment Protection Act, 1986.  New EIA legislation, 2006 makes it mandatory for various projects such as mining, thermal power plants, river valley, infrastructure and industries to get environment clearance. The onus of clearing projects is on the state government depending on the size/capacity of the project.  Environment Impact Assessment Notification of 2006 has decentralized the environmental clearance projects by categorizing the developmental projects in two categories - Category A (national level appraisal) and Category B (state level appraisal). Category A projects - They require mandatory environmental clearance and thus they do not undergo the screening process. Category B Projects- They undergo screening process and they are classified into two types: Category B1 projects (Mandatorily require EIA). Category B2 projects (Do not require EIA). Potential missile deals with India approved by the USA  Part of: GS Prelims and GS-II - International relations In News: U.S. State Department has approved two potential missile deals with India, for an estimated $92 million and $63 million. Key takeaways: The first deal is for 10 AGM-84L Harpoon Block II air-launched missiles and related equipment.  These missiles can be fitted onto Boeing’s P-8I (Poseidon-Eight India) maritime patrol aircraft. The second deal is for: 16 MK 54 All Up Round Lightweight Torpedoes (LWT); Three MK 54 Exercise Torpedoes; and Two Recoverable Exercise Torpedoes (REXTORP). Important value additions: Harpoon missiles The Harpoon is an all-weather, over-the-horizon, anti-ship missile air-launched missile.  P-8I The P-8s (Poseidon-Eight) Indian variant is referred to as P-8I.  The aircraft plays a crucial role in being the eyes of the Indian Navy and carrying out critical maritime operations.  It gives India's maritime warriors a significant edge in the strategically important Indian Ocean region.  The P-8I is responsible for: coastal patrolling search-and-rescue,  anti-piracy,   supporting operations of other arms of the military.  Haftar's Forces attack Libya's capital Tripoli Part of: GS Prelims and GS – II – International Relations; GS-III - Linkages of Organised crime with terrorism  In News: The forces of Libyan military strongman Khalifa Haftar Libyan capital Tripoli with rockets.  The capital was attacked after Haftar's Forces were expelled from multiple towns west of Libya by government loyalists.  Important value additions: Khalifa Belqasim Haftar He is the Commander of the Libyan National Army (LNA) which is engaged in the Libyan Civil War. He held a senior position in the forces which overthrew Gaddafi in the 2011 Libyan Civil War. Libya has suffered almost a decade of conflict since longtime dictator Moamer Kadhafi was toppled and killed in a 2011 uprising backed by several Western powers.  Recently, the UN-backed government recaptured the coastal cities of Sorman and Sabratha and several inland towns. Daily Current Affairs IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 17th April 2020 Image Source: https://www.dreamstime.com/stock-photo-libya-map-image14306310  (MAINS FOCUS) SOCIETY/ GOVERNANCE/ ETHICS Topic: General Studies 1, 2 & 4: Salient features of Indian Society- communalism, regionalism & secularism.  Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors  Rumours: Why it spreads – A Sociological analysis Context: COVID-19 crisis and the ensuing lockdown has led to emergence of unsubstantiated rumours being spread through various media Do You Know? Emergence of Nizamuddin (New Delhi) as the hotspot of Coronavirus led to fake news about the origin of disease leading to communalisation of pandemic In 1984, during Delhi Sikhs pogrom, there were rumours entire water supply was poisoned During late 18th century Paris, there were rumours that the rich had distributed lethal, contaminated flour to the poor A rumour is an untested piece of information, opinion, report or story.  Some of the features of rumours are: It must have an element of truth that makes it believable for the listener/reader.  It neglects reason and is loaded with passion/emotion Interlinkage between social anxiety & rumours: It occurs in a societal context where there is either an information void or an information overload – usually during a crisis like war, pandemic, social unrest etc. It is deliberately planted by few but derives authority largely from a mob  Immediate Consequence of rumours Scapegoating a community (usually a minority) leading to a Polarised society Social boycott of individual/groups of people Violence and arson which might lead to lynching and murder. Why rumours circulate? Crisis situation leads to anxiety & panic among people.  Psychological inclination: In times of acute crisis, people who are already disturbed often incline towards knee jerk speculation and prejudice. Passion dominates Reason: An anxious mind neglects all evidence and instead surrenders to rumours, often in the service of emotional need Need for an enemy: A group consisting of ‘outsiders’, already distrusted and disliked, becomes an easy target for rumours, ready to be blamed for the crisis. Cascading effect of rumours: A belief gets entrenched after like-minded people discuss it among themselves leading to easy spread of rumours Group Dynamics: Rather than face sanction and ostracisation for having different opinion, people find it safer to follow other members of their group. Lack of scientific temper: A denial by a mistrusted outsider, no matter how great her expertise, only ends up solidifying rumour Inevitable: Since societies can never be fully informed or secure, rumours are inevitable and in times of acute crisis, they are a menace. Sensationalization of news: The emergence of commercial news media often sensationalises events for grabbing audience attention. Anonymous nature of Social Media: The emergence of social media has made the task of spreading fake news by vested interests much easier as they can exploit the open ended nature of internet Way Ahead Regulatory laws to check rumours are needed to create deterrence  Community leaders and democratically elected office holders must play a crucial role in halting rumours through regular communication Long term measures Depolarising society Developing scientific temper so as to loosen the grip of prejudice in society Connecting the dots: Infodemics Should Social media be regulated? Need for a public broadcaster SECURITY/ SOCIETY/ ETHICS Topic: General Studies 2, 3 and 4: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors  Security and related issues  The role of NGOs, SHGs and various groups  Probity and Ethics in governance Unlawful Activities and (Prevention) Act (UAPA) Context: Civil rights activist Gautam Navlakha and Prof Teltumbde surrendered before the NIA court on orders of Supreme Court. Brief History of the case In 2018, violence broke out at the 200th anniversary celebration of a  Bhima-Koregaon battle primarily between Dalits & upper caste people Clashes then broke out across the Maharashtra state  Police have alleged that several activists & academics including Prof Teltumbde( a Dalit) and his organisation Elgar Parishad, as responsible for the violence that erupted in Bhima Koregaon They have been charged under UAPA and accused of having Maoist links. About Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act The UAPA, an upgrade on the Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act TADA (lapsed in 1995) and the Prevention of Terrorism Act - POTA (repealed in 2004) was passed in the year 1967 It aims at effective prevention of unlawful activities associations in India. Till 2004, “unlawful" activities referred to actions related to secession and cession of territory. The 2004 amendment, added “terrorist act" to the list of offences. Under the act, the investigating agency can file a charge sheet in maximum 180 days after the arrests and the duration can be extended further after intimating the court. Powers to Union Government: If Centre deems an activity as unlawful then it may, by way of an Official Gazette, declare it so. It has death penalty and life imprisonment as highest punishments. 2019 Amendment of UAPA The act was amended to designate individuals as terrorists on certain grounds provided in the Act. Earlier only organisations could be declared as such Not designating individuals as terrorists, would give them an opportunity to circumvent the law and regroup under different name It empowers the Director General of NIA to grant approval of seizure or attachment of property when the case is investigated by NIA Earlier it required the consent of State Police which delayed the process It empowers the officers of the NIA, of the rank of Inspector or above, to investigate cases of terrorism This will help solve the human resource crunch in the NIA. Criticism of UAPA Experiences of Anti-terror laws in India such as POTA and TADA reveals that they are often misused and abused. The law could also be used against political opponents and civil society activists who speak against the government and brand them as “terrorists.” Critics argue that the law, especially after 2019 amendment gives unfettered powers to investigating agencies. Some experts feel that it is against the federal structure, given that ‘Police’ is a state subject under 7th schedule of Indian Constitution. Importance of Civil Society Groups/ Social Activists Acts as a conduit between people and authority They help in interest articulation and interest aggregation in a Democratic setup Collaboration with the government in welfare delivery programmes especially in remote places where administrative machinery is thin Constructive criticism of government actions which leads to improvements in governance Helps in preventing the excesses of executive through their active civic participation Holds the government accountable for their action and ensures transparency in government functioning Promotes brotherhood and harmony in society Promotes environmental consciousness among people Ensures that government keep humans at the centre of development strategy Way Ahead In this contemporary period of decline of Political parties, it is the civil society that cater to people’s needs, hence they should not be harassed through draconian laws Anti-terror laws should not be used as tool to silence the critics of government Need to set up review committee to examine and supervise the process of designating individuals as terrorists and investigation of cases with objectivity and fairness. There is a greater role for judiciary here to carefully examine the cases of alleged misuse. Arbitrariness under the law should be checked through Judicial review. Drawing the line between individual freedom and state obligation to provide security is a case of classical dilemma. It is up to the officers to ensure professional integrity, follow the principle of objectivity and avoid any misuse. Connecting the dots: Foreign Funding and NGOs- Critical Analysis  Need for active civic participation for vibrant Democracy (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 Arogya Setu: It is developed by National Informatics centre.  The E-pass feature is yet to go active on the app. 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 regarding environmental impact assessment categories:  Category A projects need to undergo the screening process.  Category B projects do not undergo the screening process. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.3 Recently, which of the following country approved potential missile deal with India? USA  Israel  France  Russia Q.4 Tripoli is the capital of which of the following country?  Libya  Algeria  Tunisia  Lebanon ANSWERS FOR 16th April 2020 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1 A 2 A 3 C 4 A 5 A Must Read About blueprint to revive the economy: The Hindu  About impact of COVID-19 on aviation sector: The Hindu About troubles in Afghanistan: The Indian Express

Apr 17, 2020 RSTV Video

Global Markets and Economy – The Big Picture – RSTV IAS UPSC

Global Markets and Economy Archives TOPIC: General Studies 2 Global pandemic – COVID-19 & Global Economy In News: The global economy that was already struggling to overcome the economic slowdown due to the trade war between US and China has received another jolt in the form of the coronavirus pandemic. The crisis in the economy has been manifested amply in the stock markets which have witnessed deep falls across the board.  The world is officially staring at a recession, economic output in June 2020 quarter is going to shrink, and growth for FY21 will be sharply lower — these will take a toll on corporate earnings as well as stock prices.  The stock and bond markets have entered a period of extreme volatility. IMF has warned that the world faces its worst recession since the Great Depression of the 1930s - but stock markets appear to be fixated on a potential recovery. IMF slashed its growth forecasts dramatically, saying it expects the global economy to shrink by 3% this year, rather than expand by 3.3% as it thought back in January. Impact of COVID-19 on global stock markets and the economy Stock Markets: Big shifts in stock markets, where shares in companies are bought and sold, can affect many investments in pensions or individual savings accounts (ISAs). Global Companies: The FTSE, Dow Jones Industrial Average and the Nikkei have all seen huge falls since the outbreak began on 31 December. The Dow and the FTSE recently saw their biggest one day declines since 1987. Banking: Investors fear the spread of the coronavirus will destroy economic growth and that government action may not be enough to stop the decline.  In response, central banks in many countries, including the United Kingdom, have slashed interest rates. That should, in theory, make borrowing cheaper and encourage spending to boost the economy. While banks have built up strong capital and liquidity buffers since the 2007-2009 financial crisis, the potential for a long and severe downturn will put those buffers to the test Global markets recovered some ground after the US Senate passed a $2 trillion (£1.7tn) coronavirus aid bill to help workers and businesses. But some analysts have warned that they could be volatile until the pandemic is contained. Unemployment in the United States: The number of people filing for unemployment hit a record high, signalling an end to a decade of expansion for one of the world's largest economies. Real estate sector in US: Tenants are struggling to pay their landlords, and is a point of potential stress for banks who account for as much as 70% of lending to that sector. What about the ‘less’ risky investments? When a crisis hits, investors often choose less risky investments. Gold is traditionally considered a "safe haven" for investment in times of uncertainty. But even the price of gold tumbled briefly in March, as investors were fearful about a global recession. Oil has slumped to prices not seen since June 2001. The oil price had already been affected by a row between OPEC, the group of oil producers, and Russia. Coronavirus has driven the price down further. What is the situation in China, where the coronavirus first appeared? Industrial production, sales and investment all fell in the first two months of the year, compared with the same period in 2019. Restrictions have affected the supply chains of big companies such as industrial equipment manufacturer JCB and carmaker Nissan. Shops and car dealerships have all reported a fall in demand. Note: China makes up a third of manufacturing globally, and is the world's largest exporter of goods. What is the situation in India? Investor sentiment in India is so low that despite relatively lower cases, Indian market has fared worst among global peers.  Indian stock market has lost 26 per cent in dollar terms between February 1 and April 9, compared with a fall of 20 per cent and 14 per cent in the European and US markets. Emerging markets, reflected by the MSCI EM index, declined 15 per cent during the same period.  China, where the coronavirus originated, has been least affected, with just 3 per cent fall in the stock market between February 1 and April 9. While the US and other EMs have lost around 15% since February 1, India has eroded around 25%. However, the RBI has expressed hope that recent monetary and fiscal measures will mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on domestic demand and spur growth once the normalcy is restored. Observing that it was difficult to make growth projections at this point of time, the Reserve Bank in its Monetary Policy Report said the lockdown following the outbreak of COVID-19 and expected contraction in global outlook would weigh heavily on the growth outlook. The RBI noted that the bumper rabi harvest and higher food prices during 2019-20 provided conducive conditions for the strengthening of rural demand, the transmission of past reductions in the policy rate to bank lending rates has been improving, and reductions in the tax rates and measures to boost rural and infrastructure spending were directed at boosting domestic demand more generally. The RBI further said the sharp reduction in international crude oil prices, if sustained, could improve the country's terms of trade, but the gain from this channel is not expected to offset the drag from the shutdown and loss of external demand. The impact of COVID-19 on inflation is ambiguous, with a possible decline in food prices likely to be offset by potential cost-push increases in prices of non-food items due to supply disruptions. Global Markets and Economy – The Big Picture – RSTV IAS UPSC To mitigate Covid-19’s economic fallout, UNCTAD has proposed the following steps:  A $1 trillion liquidity injection for those being left behind through reallocating existing special drawing rights at the International Monetary Fund A debt jubilee for distressed economies under which another $1 trillion dollars of debts owed by developing countries should be cancelled this year A $500 billion Marshall Plan for health recovery funded from some of the missing official development assistance long-promised but not delivered by development partners. COVID-19 will continue to effect the markets, but we should all collectively remain vigilant as we navigate through this period of uncertainty together. Note: Global Financial Stability Report is by IMF Connecting the Dots: COVID-19 hangs over the future, like a spectre. Comment. What will the impact of COVID-19 be on India’s growth? Explain. 

Apr 17, 2020 Yojana

IAS UPSC YOJANA & KURUKSHETRA Magazine ‘MARCH’ 2020

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Apr 17, 2020 60 DAYS PROGRAMME-PRELIMS 2020

IASbaba’s 60 Day Plan [Day - 41]- IAS Prelims Test Series 2020 Science and technology & 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 41 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 statement(s) with regard to a simple machine –  It helps a person in doing same amount of work with lesser force. It helps a person in doing same amount of work with lesser energy.   Select the correct option –  1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 None of the above Q.1) साधारण मशीन ( simple machine) के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें - यह कम बल के साथ समान कार्य को करने में एक व्यक्ति की मदद करती है। यह कम ऊर्जा के साथ समान कार्य को करने में एक व्यक्ति की मदद करती है। सही विकल्प का चयन करें - केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों इनमें से कोई भी नहीं Q.2) Consider the following statements –  The tendency of a liquid drops to contract and occupy minimum surface area due to viscosity.   The working principle of washing machine is centrifugation. Diamond sparkles more than glass due to higher refractive index.  Select the correct option –  3 only 2 and 3 only 1 and 3 only All of the above Q.2) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें - श्यानता (viscosity) के कारण तरल वस्तुओं की प्रवृत्ति, न्यूनतम सतही क्षेत्र तक अनुबंधित रहने और सीमित रहने की होती है। वॉशिंग मशीन का कार्य सिद्धांत अपकेंद्रण (centrifugation) है। उच्च अपवर्तनांक के कारण हीरा कांच से अधिक चमकता है। सही विकल्प का चयन करें - केवल 3 केवल 2 और 3  केवल 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.3) For which of the following capillarity is the reason? Blotting of ink. Rising of underground water through the soil. Spread of water drop on cotton cloth. Formation of Bubble Rising of water from the roots of the plant to its foliage.  Lighting through kerosene lamp. Select the correct option –  1, 3 and 5 only 1, 2, 3 and 5 only 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 only All of the above Q.3) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा केशिकत्व (capillarity) का कारण है? स्याही का सोखना (Blotting of ink) मिट्टी के माध्यम से भूमिगत जल का ऊपर उठना सूती कपड़े पर पानी की बूंदों का फैलना बुलबुला बनना (Formation of Bubble) पौधे की जड़ों से उसके पर्णसमूह तक पानी का उठना। केरोसिन दीपक के माध्यम से प्रकाश। सही विकल्प का चयन करें - केवल 1, 3 और 5 केवल 1, 2, 3 और 5 केवल 1, 2, 3, 5 और 6 उपरोक्त सभी Q.4) Three identical vessels A, B and C are filled with water, mercury and kerosene respectively, upto an equal height. The three vessels are provided with identical taps at the bottom of the vessels. If the three taps are opened simultaneously, then which vessel is emptied first? Vessel A Vessel B Vessel C All Vessels will be emptied simultaneously.  Q.4) तीन समान बर्तन A, B और C क्रमशः बराबर ऊंचाई तक पानी, पारा और मिट्टी के तेल से भरे हुए हैं। तीनों बर्तनों में नीचे समान स्थान पर नल लगा है। यदि तीनों नल एक साथ खोले जाते हैं, तो सबसे पहले कौन सा बर्तन खाली होगा? बर्तन A बर्तन B बर्तन C सभी बर्तन को एक साथ खाली होंगे। Q.5) Assertion (A) - The boiling point of water decreases as the altitude increases. Reason (R) - The atmospheric pressure decreases with altitude.  Select the correct option –  Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of the A Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of the A. A is correct but R is false Both A and R are incorrect.  Q.5) अभिकथन (A) - ऊंचाई बढ़ने के साथ पानी का क्वथनांक (boiling point) कम हो जाता है। कारण (R) - वायुमंडलीय दाब ऊंचाई के साथ घटता जाता है। सही विकल्प का चयन करें - A और R दोनों सही हैं तथा R A की सही व्याख्या है A और R दोनों सही हैं लेकिन R, A की सही व्याख्या नहीं है। A सही है लेकिन R गलत है A और R दोनों गलत हैं। Q.6) Optical fibre work on the principle of –  Total Internal Reflection Refraction Scattering Interference Select the correct option –  1 only 1 and 2 only 1 and 4 only 1, 2 and 4 only Q.6) ऑप्टिकल फाइबर किसके सिद्धांत पर काम करते हैं - कुल आंतरिक परावर्तन  अपवर्तन (Refraction)  प्रकीर्णन (Scattering) व्यवधान (Interference) सही विकल्प का चयन करें - केवल 1 केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 और 4 केवल 1, 2 और 4 Q.7) Suppose a rocketship is receding from earth at very high speed. A light in the rocketship appears orange to a passenger on the ship. What colour would it appear to an observer on the earth?   Blue  Orange  Yellow  Red Q.7) मान लीजिए कि एक रॉकेटशिप पृथ्वी से बहुत तेज गति से दूर जा रहा है। रॉकेटशिप में एक प्रकाश जहाज पर एक यात्री को नारंगी दिखाई देता है। यह पृथ्वी पर एक पर्यवेक्षक को किस रंग का दिखाई देगा? नीला नारंगी  पीला लाल Q.8) A person in a spaceship located halfway between the earth and the sun will notice that the –  Sky is jet black Starts do not twinkle Temperature outside the spaceship is much higher than on the surface of the earth.  Select the correct option –  1 and 2 only 2 only 1 and 3 only All of the above Q.8) पृथ्वी और सूर्य के बीच में स्थित एक अंतरिक्ष यान में एक व्यक्ति ध्यान देगा कि - आकाश जेट ब्लैक है तारे टिमटिमाते नहीं हैं  अंतरिक्ष यान के बाहर का तापमान पृथ्वी की सतह की तुलना में बहुत अधिक है। सही विकल्प का चयन करें - केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2  केवल 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.9) Consider the following Electromagnetic radiation Geothermal energy Gravitational force Plate movements Rotation of the earth Revolution of the earth Which of the above are responsible for bringing dynamic changes on the surface of the earth? 1, 2, 3 and 4 only 1, 3, 5 and 6 only 2, 4, 5 and 6 only 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 Q.9) निम्नलिखित पर विचार करें विद्युत चुम्बकीय विकिरण भूतापीय ऊर्जा गुरुत्वाकर्षण बल प्लेट संचलन (Plate movements) पृथ्वी का चक्रण  पृथ्वी की परिक्रमा उपरोक्त में से कौन पृथ्वी की सतह पर गतिशील परिवर्तन (dynamic changes) लाने के लिए उत्तरदायी है? केवल 1, 2, 3 और 4 केवल 1, 3, 5 और 6 केवल 2, 4, 5 और 6 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 और 6 Q.10) Consider the following phenomena –  Size of the sun at dusk Colour of the sun at dawn Moon being visible at dawn Twinkle of stars in the sky Polestar being visible in the sky Which of the above are optical illusions? 1, 2 and 3 3, 4 and 5 1, 2 and 4 2, 3 and 5 Q.10) निम्नलिखित घटनाओं पर विचार करें - शाम (dusk) को सूरज का आकार भोर (dawn) में सूरज का रंग भोर (dawn) में चंद्रमा का दिखाई देना आकाश में तारों की टिमटिमाहट आकाश में दिखाई दे रहा ध्रुवीय तारा (Polestar) उपरोक्त में से कौन सा  दृष्टि भ्रम (optical illusions) हैं? 1, 2 और 3 3, 4 और 5 1, 2 और 4 2, 3 और 5 Q.11) Rainbow is produced when sunlight falls on drops of rain. Which of the following physical phenomena are responsible for this?  Dispersion Refraction Internal reflection Select the correct Solution using the codes given below. 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 1 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.11) इंद्रधनुष तब बनता है जब धूप बारिश की बूंदों पर पड़ती है। निम्नलिखित में से कौन सी भौतिक घटना इसके लिए उत्तरदायी है? फैलाव (Dispersion) अपवर्तन (Refraction) आंतरिक परावर्तन (Internal reflection) नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही समाधान का चयन करें। केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.12) What is/are the implication/ implications of the creation of anti-matter?  It will make mineral prospecting and oil exploration easier and cheaper. It will help probe the possibility of the existence of stars and galaxies made of anti-matter. It will help understand the evolution of the universe. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 1 only 2 and 3 only 3 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.12) एंटी-मैटर (anti-matter) के निर्माण के निहितार्थ / प्रभाव क्या हैं? यह खनिज पूर्वेक्षण और तेल की खोज को आसान और सस्ता बना देगा। यह एंटी-मैटर से बने तारों और आकाशगंगाओं के अस्तित्व की संभावना की जांच करने में मदद करेगा। यह ब्रह्मांड के विकास को समझने में मदद करेगा। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें: केवल 1  केवल 2 और 3 केवल 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.13) The efforts to detect the existence of Higgs boson particle have become frequent news in the recent past. What is /are the importance/importance of discovering this particle?  It will enable us to understand as to why elementary particles have mass. It will enable us in the near future to develop the technology to transferring matter from one point to another without traversing the physical space between them. It will enable us to create better fuels for nuclear fission. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 1 only 2 and 3 only 1 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.13) हिग्स बोसोन कण के अस्तित्व का पता लगाने के प्रयास हाल के दिनों में लगातार समाचारों में रहते हैं। इस कण की खोज का क्या महत्व है? यह हमें यह समझने में सक्षम करेगा कि प्राथमिक कणों में द्रव्यमान क्यों होता है। यह निकट भविष्य में हमें भौतिक रूप से पारगमन किए बिना उन दोनों के बीच के पदार्थ को एक बिंदु से दूसरे स्थान पर स्थानांतरित करने की तकनीक विकसित करने में सक्षम करेगा। यह हमें परमाणु विखंडन के लिए बेहतर ईंधन बनाने में सक्षम करेगा। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें: केवल 1 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.14) Which of the following is /are cited by the scientists as evidence/ evidences for the continued expansion of universe?  Detection of microwaves in space Observation of redshift phenomenon in space Movement of asteroids in space Occurrence of supernova explosions in space Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 1 and 2 2 only 1, 3 and 4 None of the above can be cited as evidence Q.14) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा / से ब्रह्मांड के निरंतर विस्तार के लिए साक्ष्यों/ प्रमाणों के रूप में वैज्ञानिकों द्वारा उद्धृत किए जाते हैं? अंतरिक्ष में सूक्ष्म तरंगों (microwaves) का पता लगाना अंतरिक्ष में रेडशिफ्ट घटना (redshift phenomenon) का अवलोकन अंतरिक्ष में क्षुद्रग्रहों की गति अंतरिक्ष में सुपरनोवा विस्फोट की घटना नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें: 1 और 2 केवल 2  1, 3 और 4 उपरोक्त में से कोई भी प्रमाण के रूप में उद्धृत नहीं किया जा सकता है Q.15) The known forces of nature can be divided into four classes, viz, gravity electromagnetism, weak nuclear force and strong nuclear force. With reference to them, which one of the following statements is not correct?  Gravity is the strongest of the four Electromagnetism act only on particles with an electric charge Weak nuclear force causes radioactivity Strong nuclear force holds protons and neutrons inside the nuclear of an atom. Q.15) प्रकृति की ज्ञात शक्तियों को चार वर्गों में विभाजित किया जा सकता है, अर्थात, गुरुत्वाकर्षण, विद्युत-चुंबकत्व, कमजोर परमाणु बल और मजबूत परमाणु बल। उनके संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही नहीं है? गुरुत्वाकर्षण इन चारों में सबसे मजबूत है विद्युत चुंबकत्व केवल विद्युत आवेश वाले कणों पर कार्य करता है कमजोर परमाणु बल रेडियोधर्मिता का कारण बनता है मजबूत परमाणु बल, अणु के नाभिक के अंदर प्रोटॉन और न्यूट्रॉन बनाए रखता है। Q.16) A boy standing at point O in the given diagram throws a ball three times with the same force, but projecting it along the different inclination from the ground. The results of the throw have been plotted in the diagram. Which of the following is a valid conclusion? The larger the initial inclination, the longer the throw. The larger the height reached, the longer the throw.  The larger the height reached, the shorter the throw.  The larger the initial inclination, the greater the height reached.   Q.16) दिए गए चित्र में बिंदु O पर खड़ा एक लड़का समान बल के साथ तीन बार गेंद फेंकता है, लेकिन इसे जमीन से अलग झुकाव के साथ प्रस्तुत करता है। फेंकने के परिणाम आरेख में चित्रित किए गए हैं। निम्नलिखित में से कौन एक वैध निष्कर्ष है? प्रारंभिक झुकाव जितना बड़ा होगा, उतना दूर फेकेगा। जितनी अधिक ऊंचाई तक पहुंचेगा, उतनी ही अधिक दूरी तक फेकेगा। जितनी अधिक ऊंचाई तक पहुंचेगा, उतने ही नज़दीक फेकेगा। प्रारंभिक झुकाव जितना बड़ा होगा, उतनी ही अधिक ऊंचाई तक पहुंचेगा। Q.17) Fusion reaction takes place at high temperature because nuclei break up at high temperature atoms are ionized at high temperature molecules break up at high temperature kinetic energy is high enough to overcome repulsion at high temperature Q.17) संलयन प्रतिक्रिया (Fusion reaction) उच्च तापमान पर होती है क्योंकि नाभिक उच्च तापमान पर विखंडित हो जाता है परमाणुओं को उच्च तापमान पर आयनित किया जाता है अणु उच्च तापमान पर विखंडित होते हैं उच्च तापमान पर प्रतिकर्षण को दूर करने के लिए गतिज ऊर्जा पर्याप्त होती है Q.18) Assertion – Temperature of a metal wire rises when electric current is passed through it.  Reason – Collision of metal atom with each other releases heat energy.  Select the correct option –  Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of the A Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of the A. A is correct but R is false Both A and R are incorrect.  Q.18) अभिकथन - एक धातु के तार का तापमान बढ़ जाता है जब विद्युत प्रवाह इसके माध्यम से गुजरता है। कारण - धातु परमाणु के एक दूसरे के साथ टकराव से ऊष्मीय ऊर्जा निर्गत होती है। सही विकल्प का चयन करें - A और R दोनों सही हैं तथा R A की सही व्याख्या है A और R दोनों सही हैं लेकिन R, A की सही व्याख्या नहीं है। A सही है लेकिन R गलत है A और R दोनों गलत हैं। Q.19) In which of the following there is likely application of LASER (Light Amplification by Stimulation Emission of Radiation)? Storage device Drilling Distance measurement Mineral exploration Select the correct option –  2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 only 1 and 3 only All of the above Q.19) निम्नलिखित में से किसमें, लेजर (विकिरण के उद्दीप्त उत्सर्जन द्वारा प्रकाश प्रवर्धन) के अनुप्रयोग की संभावना है? भंडारण युक्ति (Storage device) ड्रिलिंग दूरी माप खनिज अन्वेषण सही विकल्प का चयन करें - केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1, 2 और 3 केवल 1 और 3 Q.20) Which of the following are related to Einstein’s work? Photoelectric effect Brownian motion Mass-energy equivalence Black hole information paradox Quantum theory Select the correct option 1, 2 and 3 only  1, 2, 3 and 4 only 1, 2, 3and 5 only 1, 3, 4 and 5 only Q.20) निम्नलिखित में से कौन आइंस्टीन के कार्य से संबंधित है? प्रकाश विद्युत प्रभाव (Photoelectric effect) ब्राउनियन गति (Brownian motion) द्रव्यमान-ऊर्जा तुल्यता (Mass-energy equivalence) ब्लैक होल जानकारी विरोधाभास (Black hole information paradox) क्वांटम सिद्धांत सही विकल्प का चयन करें केवल 1, 2 और 3 केवल 1, 2, 3 और 4 केवल 1, 2, 3 और 5  केवल 1, 3, 4 और 5 Q.21) Recently RBI has revised the Supervisory Action Framework (SAF) for placing restrictions on which of the following? Scheduled Commercial Banks Payment Banks  Small Finance Banks Urban Co-operative Banks Q.21) हाल ही में, RBI ने निम्नलिखित में से किस पर प्रतिबंध लगाने के लिए पर्यवेक्षी कार्रवाई फ्रेमवर्क (SAF) को संशोधित किया है? अनुसूचित वाणिज्यिक बैंक भुगतान बैंक लघु वित्त बैंक शहरी सहकारी बैंक Q.22) Consider the following pairs:       Sanctuaries in news State    1. Dnyanganga Uttar Pradesh    2. Tipeshwar Maharashtra    3. Netravali Karnataka   Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched? 1 and 2 only 2 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.22) निम्नलिखित युग्मों पर विचार करें:                              समाचारों में अभयारण्य राज्य    1. ज्ञानगंगा (Dnyanganga) उत्तर प्रदेश    2. तिपेश्वर (Tipeshwar) महाराष्ट्र    3. नेत्रावली (Netravali) कर्नाटक   ऊपर दिए गए युग्मों में से कौन सा सही तरीके से सुमेलित है? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2  केवल 2 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.23) Which of the following is the home port of aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya?  Mumbai Karwar Cochin Vishakhapatnam Q.23) विमान वाहक पोत INS विक्रमादित्य का, निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा गृह बंदरगाह (home port) है? मुंबई कारवार कोचीन विशाखापट्टनम Q.24) Consider the following statements: Zonal Councils are the statutory bodies established by the Zonal Council Act of 1956. They are only deliberative and advisory bodies. The Union Home Minister is the chairman of all Zonal Councils. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  1 and 3 only 2 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.24) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: आंचलिक परिषद् (Zonal Councils) 1956 के आंचलिक परिषद् अधिनियम द्वारा स्थापित वैधानिक निकाय हैं। वे केवल अधिकारहीन और सलाहकारी निकाय हैं। केंद्रीय गृह मंत्री सभी आंचलिक परिषदों के अध्यक्ष होते हैं। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 और 3 केवल 2  केवल 2 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.25) Consider the following statements about Yellow Rust: It is a bacterial disease. It affects the wheat crop. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only  Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.25) येलो रस्ट (Yellow Rust) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: यह एक जीवाणु जनित रोग है। यह गेहूं की फसल को प्रभावित करता 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.26) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Indian Data Relay Satellite System (IDRSS)’ IDRSS will maintain a continuous communication link with Indian remote sensing/earth observation and other satellites in low earth orbit. IDRSS satellites would be launched on the GSLV launcher to geostationary orbits. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.26) 'भारतीय डेटा रिले उपग्रह प्रणाली (Indian Data Relay Satellite System -IDRSS)' के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। IDRSS भारतीय सुदूर संवेदन / पृथ्वी अवलोकन और अन्य उपग्रहों का निचली पृथ्वी की कक्षा में निरंतर संचार लिंक बनाए रखेगा। IDRSS उपग्रहों को जीएसएलवी प्रक्षेपक पर भू-स्थैतिक कक्षाओं (geostationary orbits) में प्रक्षेपित किया जाएगा। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.27) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Pyrocumulonimbus Cloud’. It is a type of cumulonimbus cloud that forms above a source of heat. There is no lightning from such clouds. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.27) 'पाइरोक्युमुलोनिम्बस बादल' (Pyrocumulonimbus Cloud) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। यह एक प्रकार का कपास स्तरीय बादल (cumulonimbus cloud) है, जो ऊष्मा के स्रोत के ऊपर बनता है। ऐसे बादलों से गरज (lightning) नहीं होती है। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.28) Consider the following statements According to the Constitution, Parliament cannot make laws on state subjects. Constitution obligates the State government to ensure implementation of the laws made by the Parliament. According to Constitution, Centre is to prevail over the states in the event of any inconsistency between central and state legislation. 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