Apr 5, 2020 Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent and Creativity

Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity: SKETCHING & PAINTING by SHREYA GUPTA!

Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity: SKETCHING & PAINTING by SHREYA GUPTA!   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! And to our surprise our inbox was flooded with mails. Thank you all for such a wonderful response. But we will be sharing ONLY One Creative Per Day or Alternative days. So that every piece of Art and the Creator gets their due !! Kudos to all of you once again. Today's work is by SHREYA GUPTA. Her hobby is SKETCHING & PAINTING. And here we present you some of the beautiful sketches we have ever seen. The detailing of the sketches are quiet outstanding. Well done Shreya , 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.     The previous Catharsis, was by one of our own team member, Atyab Ali Zaidi, our talented and popular faculty for Geography. It was a satirical literary piece that intends to invoke the emotive debate of man versus nature. 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 that, 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 5, 2020 Motivational Articles

Creative Guidance – Dealing with uncertainty – Inspirational Educative Articles

Dealing with uncertainty: Life is another name for change and uncertainty. We can try and control our fate but eventually life always reminds us about how little control we really have. Everything that is happening around us in recent times reminds us of our vulnerable and fragile life. And yet, this is not the time to get bogged down. The best of us is still very much within us. The best of life will always be something that comes from within us. We connect with people around us and share our lives, but the best of who we are is not borrowed but nurtured. In spite of all the inconvenience we are facing, we can take this time to reflect on some of the things that matter the most. We have always been told that life is a race. We all have to keep running as fast as we can or risk being run over, but what if something puts an end to this race and tells us to stay put. Would you consider this as a blessing or a curse? There are always two sides to a coin, the way you look at things changes everything. Yes, these are uncertain times. Yes, there is fear and confusion. Yes, there is stress and anxiety. But along with all this, we also have time for ourselves. This is a wonderful opportunity to put our minds to great creative use. We are all naturally very creative, but most of the time we are too busy to be creative. Busyness absolutely destroys creativity. Now that you don’t have to be busy, just imagine how creative you can get. We can look at this quarantine as an incubation period for our dreams, desires, and ideas. We can get back to the drawing board and restart a few things. We can use this tragedy as an opportunity. Eventually, things have to get better, and that is the way of life. Change can be a cause of great uncertainty, but when understood correctly, change can become our greatest source of certainty.  It all depends on the way we look at things. “This article is a part of the creative endeavor of Meditation Farm and IASBABA.”

Apr 4, 2020 RSTV Video

Push for Ban on Wildlife Markets – World Panaroma – RSTV IAS UPSC

Push for Ban on Wildlife Markets Archives Link to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BbXAiiPdEWM&list=PL9E8D2AED720ECC2B&index=8  TOPIC: General Studies 2 Global crisis/pandemic – COVID-19 Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests In News: The spread of a deadly strain of coronavirus, sourced to a wildlife market in Wuhan and now a global health emergency, according to the World Health Organization, has thrust China’s live wild animal trade into the spotlight.   Images of sick, suffering animals in markets, and videos of bats boiling alive in bowls of soup have circulated in media, sparking outrage globally and creating the impression that buying live wild animals for eating is a megascale phenomenon in China. The decision by China’s Government On January 26, China announced a ban on its wild animal trade until the crisis is over.  However experts worldwide say a temporary ban on wildlife markets in China to curb the spread of coronavirus is “not enough” and should be made permanent. They have denounced the trade for its damaging impact on biodiversity as well as the spread of diseases. On February 24, the Chinese government moved to make permanent the temporary ban on the trade and consumption of live wild animals for food. The Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, the country’s top legislative body, issued a decision that lays the groundwork for amending China’s Wildlife Protection Law, which governs the use of wildlife, to permanently criminalize wildlife as food. The decision further stipulates that the trade of wild animals for medicine, pets, and scientific research will be subject to “strict” approval and quarantine procedures. This isn't the first time Chinese officials have tried to contain the trade. In 2003, civets -- mongoose-type creatures -- were banned and culled in large numbers after it was discovered they likely transferred the SARS virus to humans. The selling of snakes was also briefly banned in Guangzhou after the SARS outbreak. But today dishes using the animals are still eaten in parts of China. The Issue The scale of the live wild animal trade in China is unclear, experts say. Many animals are poached, imported, and exported illegally—for food, medicine, trophies, and pets. The Chinese traditional medicine industry, which heavily relies on ancient belief in the healing powers of animal parts, is a massive driver of the trade. The government allows 54 wild species to be bred on farms and sold for consumption, including minks, ostriches, hamsters, snapping turtles, and Siamese crocodiles. Many wild animals, such as snakes and birds of prey, are poached and brought to state-licensed farms. Some farmers claim that their animals were bred legally in captivity for conservation but then sell them to markets or collectors. In markets, animals are dying, they are thirsty, they are in rusty cages and totally dirty. They may be missing limbs or have open wounds from their capture in the wild or injuries sustained during transport. The traders don’t handle them gently—they smash the cages down to the floor when unloading and loading. The animals suffer a lot. The chaos of the trade enables the spread of zoonotic diseases—those that spread from animals to humans. Wild animals can carry viruses that in a normal world, would not come into contact with humans. These carriers aren’t sick—they’re simply “silent reservoirs.” But as we encroach into animals’ habitats, we increase our exposure. Seventy percent of zoonotic diseases come from wildlife. The diseases can be notoriously devastating: HIV, Ebola, and SARS are among those that have made the leap from wildlife to humans, spawning international outbreaks. In wildlife markets in China and Southeast Asia, there may be 40 species—birds, mammals, reptiles—stacked on top of each other. The mixing of air and bodily secretions allows viruses to exchange, potentially creating new strains. Evidence points to bats as the source of the Wuhan coronavirus. It’s unclear which species then transmitted the disease to humans, but in an assessment of the Wuhan market, the coronavirus was detected in the live wild animal section. Even the definition of “wild” is complicated. Local authorities often provide special licenses for farmers to breed animals for sale that are normally only found in the wild. That allows unscrupulous traders to pass off wild-caught game as farm-bred in markets. The Way Forward Ending the trade will be hard. The cultural roots of China's use of wild animals run deep, not just for food but also for traditional medicine, clothing, ornaments and even pets. The ban is an important first step, but Beijing can seize this crucial opportunity to close loopholes -- such as the use of wild animals in traditional Chinese medicine -- and begin to change cultural attitudes in China around consuming wildlife. Attempts to control the spread of diseases are also hindered by the fact that the industry for exotic animals in China, especially wild ones, is enormous. A government-sponsored report in 2017 by the Chinese Academy of Engineering found the country's wildlife trade was worth more than $73 billion and employed more than one million people. The new ban makes an exception made for wild animals used in traditional Chinese medicine. According to the ruling, the use of wildlife is not illegal for this, but now must be "strictly monitored." The announcement doesn't make it clear, however, how this monitoring will occur or what the penalties are for inadequate protection of wild animals, leaving the door open to abuse. The Chinese government needs to avoid loopholes by extending the ban to all vulnerable wildlife, regardless of use. As culture cannot be changed overnight, it takes time, can China come up with another policy – how can we provide clean meat from that exotic animal to the public? Should it be domesticated? Should we do more checking or inspection? Implement some biosecurity measures? The world watches – if China will be able to devise a strategy for a well-monitored and regulated trade, at each level or still run the risk of breeding a different version of coronavirus sometime in the near future.

Apr 4, 2020 IASbaba's Daily Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 4th April 2020

IAS UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 4th April 2020 Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) 'Hack The Crisis-India' Hackathon: To find solutions to overcome COVID-19  Part of: GS Prelims and GS-II - Health In News: Minister of State Human Resource Development (HRD) recently launched Hack the Crisis - India.  Key takeaways: It is an Online Hackathon to find working solutions for overcoming COVID-19 pandemic. The winning ideas from few top participating teams, as implementable solutions on corona crisis, are expected to help India and global citizens.   It is a part of global initiative.  It is being organised by ‘Hack A Cause - India’ and ‘FICCI Ladies Organization Pune’.  This hackathon is supported by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) developed by DRDO Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III - Science and Technology  In News: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed a bio suit to keep the medical, paramedical and other personnel, who engaged in combating COVID-19, safe from the deadly virus. It has also developed technologies for sanitising areas of different sizes. Key takeaways: DRDO has developed this Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) having specific type of fabric with coating.  It has prepared a special sealant as an alternative to seam sealing tape based on the sealant used in submarine applications.  For sanitising small area, Portable Backpack Area Sanitisation Equipment has been developed.  Trolley Mounted Large Area Sanitisation Equipment is developed for sanitising large areas.  Important value additions: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) It is an agency of the Government of India, charged with the military's research and development, headquartered in New Delhi.  Funds allocated to State Disaster Risk Management Fund Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III - Disaster management; GS-II - Centre - State Relations In News: Union Minister of Home Affairs (MHA) approved the release of ₹11,092 crore under the State Disaster Risk Management Fund (SDRMF) to all the States to take measures for containment of COVID-19 pandemic. The funds were allocated to the States on the recommendation of the 15th Finance Commission. It was also reiterated to the State Chief Secretaries to ensure that exceptions with regard to farming operations, be allowed under the 21-day lockdown while maintaining Social Distancing.  Important value additions: State Disaster Risk Management Fund (SDRF)  It is the primary fund available with State Governments for responses to notified disasters to meet expenditure for providing immediate relief to the victims.  Centre contributes 75% of SDRF allocation for general category States and Union Territories and 90% for special category States (North East States, Sikkim, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir).  Air quality improves due to lockdown  Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III - Environment  In News: The ongoing lockdown due to COVID-19 pandemic has pushed pollution levels in Delhi to a 5-year low.  Across India, the number of cities that recorded ‘good’ on the air quality index jumped from 6 to 30 within a fortnight, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board. Key takeaways: Level of particulate matter, PM 2.5 - the most dangerous pollutant - also reduced.  Overall, up to 44% reduction in PM10 levels was observed in Delhi.  Important value additions: The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) It is a statutory organisation under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (Mo.E.F.C).  It was established in 1974 under the Water (Prevention and Control of pollution) Act, 1974.  It is also entrusted with the powers and functions under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981.  It provides technical services to the Ministry of Environment and Forests under the provisions of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.  It Co-ordinates the activities of the State Pollution Control Boards by providing technical assistance and guidance and also resolves disputes among them.  It is the apex organisation in country in the field of pollution control.  Air Quality Index (AQI)  The AQI is an index for reporting daily air quality.  It tells how clean or polluted the air is.  The higher the AQI value, the greater the level of air pollution and the greater the health Concern.  Research studies have attributed the key sources of PM2.5 in summer to be: dust and construction activities (35%), transport sector (20%) and industry (20%). Miscellaneous  'CARUNA' initiative formed by Central Civil Services officers Associations representing officers of Central Civil Services, including IAS and  IPS officers, have formed an initiative called 'Caruna' to support and supplement the government's efforts in fighting coronavirus. The acronym 'Caruna' stands for Civil Services Associations Reach to Support in Natural Disasters. It represents a collaborative platform by civil servants, industry leaders, NGO professionals and IT professionals and many others.  Operation Sanjeevani: IAF airlifts essential medicines to Maldives An Indian Air Force (IAF) C-130J transport aircraft delivered essential medicines and hospital consumables to Maldives under Operation Sanjeevani. This is the first such assistance by India in fight against COVID. (MAINS FOCUS) INTERNATIONAL Topic: General Studies 2: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. Post COVID-19 world With COVID-19 pandemic spreading to nearly 180 countries and impacting the global economy by bringing it to near standstill, the world order post the crisis could see few changes.  Let us have a look at them. Political Increasing political and policy uncertainties where Nations start erecting barriers US power would shift from one of assertion to neutrality in global affairs. Acceleration of retreat of US global leadership (reflected in US-Taliban deal) Russia dominance will increase as it is currently more economically and politically stable and an important power broker in West Asia Asymmetric capabilities of China and Russia will be further strengthened Strengthening of China and Russia axis –will have direct impact on the liberal international order Increasing influence of China & Russia will be a boost to authoritarian regimes and authoritarian trends. Economical China would cease to be the world’s biggest exporter of manufactured goods  With no country in a position to replace China, situation will precipitate a further economic downturn internationally. A global recession would be inevitable with vicious downward cycle of decreased demand, closure of firms and reduced income Industries will face newer challenges such as having to adjust to a shift from cost efficiencies to innovation and policy uncertainties Social Psychological issues caused due to extended lockdown - ‘epidemic of despair’ - resulting in anxiety, mental problems, depression, alcoholism and suicides Inequality further entrenches – those without high levels of skills could see job losses due to depressed economic activity & increased labour competition Digital authoritarianism – China’s model of AI-powered facial recognition surveillance system could be duplicated in other countries for social management Artificial Intelligence (AI) can cause the next big human catastrophe Do You Know? In terms of GDP in PPP, China is the largest economy with GDP of $25.27 trillion (2019) in comparison to U.S. GDP (PPP) at $21.44 trillion The cost of the lockdown in India is pegged at around $120 billion or 4% of GDP CII has estimated that India would require up to six months - after the COVID-19 epidemic is over - to restore normalcy and business continuity. Connecting the dots: Multilateralism post COVID-19 pandemic Article 360 of Indian Constitution – Provisions and Utility  EDUCATION/ TECHNOLOGY Topic: General Studies 2 :Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education COVID-19: Online schooling: Possibilities and concerns The lockdown imposed by authorities in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the learning curve of millions of children in India (& across world).  This has led to renewal of interest on online learning Do you know how Technology is aiding the three aspects of schooling?  Information –Google has revolutionised access to information Interaction - free apps (like Google class rooms, Zoom, Skype, Electa) and customised learning management systems has enabled teacher-student interactions to continue even during these times of lockdown Self-study – Students now have access to various sources for self-study Ex: Swayam Prabha by GoI, National Digital Library (even IASBaba for UPSC-CSE preparation) Concerns w.r.t Online Schooling Job Losses: There is a fear that school managements would use online learning system in downsizing the number of teachers once the Corona-scene is over Digital Infrastructure: Teachers need to be provided with laptops/tablets and a steady internet connection for such exercises Digital Capabilities: Teachers should also be equipped with basic operating skills in computers and good typing speed Integration with Learning: Online schooling process can become ineffective if technological process is not integrated with learning. Thus any online schooling needs to have proper schedule, Lessons, notes, interactions and online tests Digital Access: School children (especially in rural areas) don’t usually have phones, social media accounts or even e-mail IDs and thus require parental guidance. Way Forward Technology should be used to improve the conversation between teachers and students, not to abandon it altogether Technology has to be seen as an aid to schooling, not a substitute to it Connecting the dots: New National Education Policy Teacher Education Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (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: Minister of State Human Resource Development (HRD) recently launched Hack the Crisis - India.  It is a part of global initiative. 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: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) developed by DRDO has specific type of fabric with coating.  It has prepared a special sealant based on the sealant used in submarine applications.  Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.3 Consider the following statements regarding State Disaster Risk Management Fund (SDRF): It is the primary fund available with State Governments for responses to notified disasters. Centre contributes 75% of SDRF allocation to general category States and Union Territories. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.4 Consider the following statements: PM 2.5 is the most dangerous pollutant. Key sources of PM2.5 are dust and construction activities, transport sector and industry. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWERS FOR 4th April 2020 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1 B 2 A 3 B 4 C Must Read Another Perspective on Post-COVID World Order: LiveMint About impact of lockdown on livelihood: The Indian Express

Apr 4, 2020 60 DAYS PROGRAMME-PRELIMS 2020

IASbaba’s 60 Day Plan [Day - 30]- IAS Prelims Test Series 2020 Environment & CURRENT AFFAIRS

ARCHIVES OF 60 DAY PLAN Dear Students, The 60 Days Training has finally begun:) DAY 30 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) Which of the below are atmospheric hazards? Tropical cyclones Thunderstorms Snow avalanches Hailstorms Choose correct option from below: 1 and 2 only 1, 2 and 4 only 1, 2 and 3 only All of the above Q.1) निम्न में से कौन वायुमंडलीय खतरे हैं? ऊष्णकटिबंधी चक्रवात गरज के साथ वर्षा हिमस्खलन ओला-वृष्टि (Hailstorms) नीचे से सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1, 2 और 4 केवल 1, 2 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.2) National disaster risk index for India is prepared by? Ministry of environment, forest and climate change Ministry of home affairs UNDP NDMA Choose correct option from below: 1 and 3 only 2 and 3 only 1 and 4 only 2 and 4 only Q.2) भारत के लिए राष्ट्रीय आपदा जोखिम सूचकांक किसके द्वारा तैयार किया जाता है? पर्यावरण, वन और जलवायु परिवर्तन मंत्रालय गृह मंत्रालय संयुक्त राष्ट्र विकास कार्यक्रम (UNDP) राष्ट्रीय आपदा प्रबंधन प्राधिकरण (NDMA) नीचे से सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 3 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1 और 4 केवल 2 और 4 Q.3) Consider the following statements: The Sendai Framework is the successor instrument to the Hyogo Framework for Action (HFA) 2005-2015 It aims to prevent, reduce and mitigate only natural disasters The Sendai Framework was the first international, binding agreement adopted within the context of the post- 2015 development agenda. Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 1 and 2 only 1 and 3 only All of the above Q.3) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: सेंडाइ फ्रेमवर्क, ह्यूगो फ्रेमवर्क एक्शन (HFA) 2005-2015 के लिए उत्तराधिकारी उपकरण है इसका उद्देश्य केवल प्राकृतिक आपदाओं को रोकना, कम करना और शमन करना है सेंडाइ फ्रेमवर्क पहला अंतर्राष्ट्रीय, बाध्यकारी समझौता था, जो 2015 के बाद के विकास के एजेंडे के संदर्भ में अपनाया गया था। उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.4) Consider the following statements with respect to State disaster response fund: The Central Government contributes 50% of SDRF allocation for general category States/UTs and 90% for special category States. A State Government may use up to 25 percent of the funds available under the SDRF for providing immediate relief for, they consider to be ‘disasters’ within the local context in the State and which are not included in the notified list of disasters. Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.4) राज्य आपदा प्रतिक्रिया कोष (State disaster response fund) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: केंद्र सरकार सामान्य श्रेणी के राज्यों / संघ राज्य क्षेत्रों के लिए SDRF आवंटन का 50% और विशेष श्रेणी के राज्यों के लिए 90% का योगदान देती है। राज्य सरकार SDRF के तहत उपलब्ध धन के 25 प्रतिशत तक का उपयोग तत्काल राहत प्रदान करने के लिए कर सकती है, जिसे वे राज्य में स्थानीय संदर्भ में 'आपदा' मानते हैं और जो आपदाओं की अधिसूचित सूची में शामिल नहीं 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.5) Consider the following statements: Disasters covered under SDRF are Cyclone, drought, earthquake, fire, flood, tsunami, hailstorm, landslide, avalanche, cloudburst, pest attack, frost and cold waves. Ministry of Home affairs monitors relief activities for all the notified disasters Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.5) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: SDRF के अंतर्गत आने वाली आपदाएँ चक्रवात, सूखा, भूकंप, आग, बाढ़, सुनामी, ओलावृष्टि, भूस्खलन, हिमस्खलन, बादल फटना, कीट का हमला, ठंढ और शीत लहरें हैं। गृह मंत्रालय सभी अधिसूचित आपदाओं के लिए राहत गतिविधियों की निगरानी करता 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.6) Advance informed Agreement (AIA) procedure is related with? Basel convention Cartagena protocol Rotterdam convention Nagoya protocol Q.6) अग्रिम सूचित अनुबंध (Advance informed Agreement- AIA) प्रक्रिया किससे संबंधित है? बेसल कन्वेंशन कार्टाजेना प्रोटोकॉल रॉटरडैम कन्वेंशन नागोया प्रोटोकॉल Q.7) The Faith for Earth Initiative is launched by? IPCCC UN Environment WHO FAO Q.7) पृथ्वी पहल के लिए विश्वास (Faith for Earth Initiative) किसके द्वारा आरंभ किया गया है? IPCCC संयुक्त राष्ट्र पर्यावरण WHO FAO Q.8) WEBINAR: Pesticide registration toolkit is maintained by? UN Environment WHO FAO UNESCO Q.8) WEBINAR: कीटनाशक पंजीकरण टूलकिट किसके द्वारा बनाए रखा (maintained) जाता है? संयुक्त राष्ट्र पर्यावरण WHO FAO यूनेस्को Q.9) Industrial chemicals and Pesticides have become Health and Environmental hazards. With reference to this consider the following statements: Rotterdam convention covers pesticides and industrial chemicals that have been banned or severely restricted Rotterdam convention is legally non-binding obligations for the controlling of chemicals and pesticides Prior Informed Consent (PIC) is related with Rotterdam convention Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 1 and 2 only 1 and 3 only None of the above Q.9) औद्योगिक रसायन और कीटनाशक, स्वास्थ्य और पर्यावरणीय खतरे बन गए हैं। इसके संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: रॉटरडैम कन्वेंशन में कीटनाशक और औद्योगिक रसायन शामिल होते हैं जिन्हें प्रतिबंधित या गंभीर रूप से सीमित किया गया होता है रॉटरडैम कन्वेंशन रसायनों और कीटनाशकों के नियंत्रण के लिए कानूनी रूप से गैर-बाध्यकारी दायित्व है पूर्व सूचित सहमति (PIC) रॉटरडैम कन्वेंशन से संबंधित है उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 और 3 इनमें से कोई भी नहीं Q.10) International Day for Biological Diversity is observed on? 21st May 22nd May 23rd May 22nd June Q.10) जैविक विविधता के लिए अंतर्राष्ट्रीय दिवस (International Day for Biological Diversity) कब मनाया जाता है? 21 मई 22 मई 23 मई 22 जून Q.11) In the context of sustainable development Goals, Which of the below are crucial to achieve SDG’S? Livestock farming The loss of diverse diets Marine conservation Use of indigenous food crops in Agriculture Choose correct option from below: 1 and 3 only 1, 3 and 4 only 2, 3 and 4 only All of the above. Q.11) सतत विकास लक्ष्यों के संदर्भ में, SDG'S को प्राप्त करने के लिए निम्न में से कौन सा महत्वपूर्ण हैं? पशुपालन विविध आहारों की हानि (The loss of diverse diets) समुद्री संरक्षण कृषि में स्वदेशी खाद्य फसलों का उपयोग नीचे से सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 3 केवल 1, 3 और 4 केवल 2, 3 और 4 उपरोक्त सभी। Q.12) Bioremediation is a Technique used to clear pollutants through Biodegradation using Microbes. Which of the following are salient features of Bioremediation? It is cost effective. No construction or additional infrastructure is required. The microbial consortia used, exhibit growth at narrow temperature range Control the nutrient level in water thus help in controlling “Eutrophication” process. Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 1 and 2 only 1 and 3 only None of the above Q.12) जैव उपचार (Bioremediation) एक तकनीक है जिसका उपयोग प्रदूषण को सूक्ष्म जीवाणुओं के माध्यम से जैव निम्नीकरण करके साफ़ किया जाता है। निम्नलिखित में से कौन जैव उपचार की मुख्य विशेषताएं हैं? यह लागत प्रभावी है। कोई निर्माण या अतिरिक्त बुनियादी ढांचे की आवश्यकता नहीं होती है। प्रयोग किया गया सूक्ष्म जीवाणु समूह (microbial consortia), संकीर्ण तापमान परास पर विकास को प्रदर्शित करता है पानी में पोषक तत्व के स्तर को नियंत्रित करता है तथा इस प्रकार "सुपोषण" (Eutrophication) प्रक्रिया को नियंत्रित करने में मदद करता है। उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 और 3 इनमें से कोई भी नहीं Q.13) Consider the following statements: In situ bioremediation involves the treatment of the contamination on site. Ex situ bioremediation involves the physical extraction of the contaminated media to another location for treatment Which of the above statement is/are incorrect? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.13) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: स्वस्थाने जैव उपचार (In situ bioremediation) में स्थल पर ही संदूषण का उपचार शामिल होता है। परस्थाने जैव उपचार (Ex situ bioremediation) के लिए दूषित पदार्थ को अन्य स्थान पर उपचार के लिए भौतिक निष्कर्षण शामिल होता है उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन गलत है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.14) Match the following pairs: Method             Characteristics Microbial bioremediation : Uses microorganisms to break down contaminants by using them as a food source Bioventing : Uses fungi’s digestive enzymes to break down contaminants such as pesticides, hydrocarbons, and heavy metals. Phytoremediation : Uses plants to bind, extract, and clean up pollutants such as pesticides, petroleum hydrocarbons, metals, and chlorinated solvents. Mycoremediation : Blowing air from the atmosphere into the contaminated soil. Which of the above is/are correctly matched? 1 and 2 only 1 and 4only 1 and 3 only All of the above Q.14) निम्नलिखित युग्मों का मिलान करें:                      विधि                                                                विशेषताएँ सूक्ष्म जैविक उपचार (Microbial bioremediatio): सूक्ष्मजीवों को खाद्य स्रोत के रूप में उपयोग करके दूषित पदार्थों को निम्नीकृत करने के लिए उपयोग किया जाता है जैवनिकासी (Bioventing): कीटनाशकों, हाइड्रोकार्बन और भारी धातुओं जैसे दूषित पदार्थों को निम्नीकृत करने के लिए कवक के पाचन एंजाइमों का उपयोग किया जाता है। पादप उपचार (Phytoremediation): कीटनाशकों, पेट्रोलियम हाइड्रोकार्बन, धातुओं और क्लोरीनयुक्त सॉल्वैंट्स जैसे प्रदूषकों को बांधने, निकालने और साफ करने के लिए पादपों का उपयोग किया जाता है। कवक उपचार (Mycoremediation): वायुमंडल से दूषित मिट्टी में वायु का प्रवाह किया जाता है। उपरोक्त में से कौन सा सही ढंग से सुमेलित है / है? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 और 4 केवल 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.15) Moving towards renewable energy is crucial to achieve climate agreement targets. In the context of this, consider the following statements about Biofuels: Third generation Biofuels uses non-food crops for biofuel production Biodiesel is alcohol produced from fermentation of crops and their by-products Biogas is produced by anaerobic digestion of inorganic materials Rajasthan has become the first State in the country to implement the national policy on biofuels. Which of the above statement is/are incorrect? 1 and 2only 2 only 1 2, and 3 only All of the above Q.15) जलवायु समझौते के लक्ष्यों को प्राप्त करने के लिए अक्षय ऊर्जा की ओर बढ़ना महत्वपूर्ण है। इसके संदर्भ में, जैव ईंधन के बारे में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: तीसरी पीढ़ी के जैव-ईंधन, जैव-ईंधन उत्पादन के लिए गैर-खाद्य फसलों का उपयोग करते हैं बायोडीजल फसलों और उनके उप-उत्पादों के किण्वन से उत्पन्न होने वाला अल्कोहल होता है बायोगैस अकार्बनिक पदार्थों के अवायवीय पाचन द्वारा निर्मित होती है जैव ईंधन पर राष्ट्रीय नीति लागू करने वाला राजस्थान देश का पहला राज्य बन गया है। उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन गलत है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 केवल 1 2, और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.16) What are the Advantages of offshore wind power over the onshore wind power? Greater area for setting up large projects and higher wind speed Inconsistent wind speed Close to load centers Choose correct option from below: 3 only 1 and 2 only 1 and 3 only All of the above Q.16) तटवर्ती पवन ऊर्जा पर अपतटीय पवन ऊर्जा के क्या लाभ हैं? बड़ी परियोजनाओं की स्थापना और उच्च पवन गति के लिए अधिक से अधिक क्षेत्र असंगत पवन की गति (consistent wind speed) लोड केंद्रों के करीब (Close to load centers) नीचे से सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 3 केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.17) Sustainable agriculture is a concept that involves: Mimic natural ecological processes Minimize tilling and water use Integrating croplands with livestock grazing Reliance on monoculture Avoid pesticide use and reliance on Bio-control Choose correct option from below: 1, 3 and 4 only 1 , 2 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 5 only All of the above Q.17) सतत कृषि एक अवधारणा है, जिसमें शामिल हैं: प्रतिरूपी प्राकृतिक पारिस्थितिक प्रक्रियाएं टिलिंग और पानी का उपयोग कम से कम करना पशुचारण को कृषि खेती के साथ एकीकृत करना एकल कृषि पर निर्भरता जैव-नियंत्रण के लिए कीटनाशक के उपयोग और निर्भरता से बचना नीचे से सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1, 3 और 4 केवल 1, 2 और 4 केवल 1, 2, 3 और 5 उपरोक्त सभी Q.18) Consider the following statements about Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA): NCAFMPA or CAMPA has been created under the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Act 2016 It establishes national and state compensatory afforestation funds The National Fund will receive 25% and the State Funds will receive the remaining 75% of this funds. Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 1 and 2 only 1 and 3 only None of the above Q.18) क्षतिपूरक वनीकरण कोष प्रबंधन और योजना प्राधिकरण (CAMPA) के बारे में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: NCAFMPA या CAMPA को क्षतिपूरक वनीकरण कोष अधिनियम 2016 के तहत बनाया गया है यह राष्ट्रीय और राज्य क्षतिपूरक वनीकरण कोष स्थापित करता है राष्ट्रीय कोष को 25% मिलेगा तथा राज्य कोष को इस फंड का शेष 75% प्राप्त होगा। उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 और 3 इनमें से कोई भी नहीं Q.19) The reason for slow growth of agricultural production in India are: Lack of awareness about the treatment of crops Low irrigation facilities Use of chemical Fertilizers Limited access to modern farming technology Choose correct option from below: 1 and 2 only 1, 2 and 4 only 1, 3 and 4 only All of the above. Q.19) भारत में कृषि उत्पादन में धीमी वृद्धि का कारण हैं: फसलों के उपचार के बारे में जागरूकता की कमी सिंचाई की निम्न सुविधा रासायनिक उर्वरकों का उपयोग आधुनिक कृषि तकनीक तक सीमित पहुंच नीचे से सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1, 2 और 4 केवल 1, 3 और 4 उपरोक्त सभी। Q.20) Climate change has profound impact on agriculture. It includes: Increase crop growth and crop yields Decrease agriculture yield Rainfed agriculture will be primarily impacted due to rainfall variability Which of the above statement is/are correct? 1 only 1 and 2 only 1 and 3 only All of the above Q.20) जलवायु परिवर्तन का कृषि पर गहरा प्रभाव पड़ा है। उसमे समाविष्ट हैं: फसल की वृद्धि और फसल की पैदावार में वृद्धि कृषि उपज (agriculture yield) में कमी वर्षण भिन्नता (rainfall variability) के कारण वर्षा आधारित कृषि मुख्य रूप से प्रभावित होगी उपरोक्त कथन में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.21) Consider the following statements about Indian Air Quality Interactive Repository (IndAIR)? It is the India’s first web repository, documenting air quality studies done in the last 60 years. It is launched by National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) along with the National Informatics Centre (NIC) Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.21) भारतीय वायु गुणवत्ता इंटरेक्टिव रिपोजिटरी (IndAIR) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें? यह पिछले 60 वर्षों में किए गए वायु गुणवत्ता अध्ययन का दस्तावेजीकरण करने वाली भारत की पहली वेब रिपॉजीटरी है। यह राष्ट्रीय पर्यावरण इंजीनियरिंग अनुसंधान संस्थान (NEERI) द्वारा राष्ट्रीय सूचना विज्ञान केंद्र (NIC) के साथ लॉन्च किया गया 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) Recently seen in news, Nangrahar is a province of which of the following? Indonesia Myanmar Afghanistan Tanzania Q.22) हाल ही में समाचारों में देखा गया, नंगरहार (Nangrahar) निम्नलिखित में से किसका एक प्रांत है? इंडोनेशिया म्यांमार अफ़ग़ानिस्तान तंजानिया Q.23) Which of the following services are covered under Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme? Pre-school non-formal education Supplementary Nutrition Immunization Health check-up Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1, 2 and 3 only 2, 3 and 4 only 2 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Q.23) एकीकृत बाल विकास सेवा (ICDS) योजना के तहत निम्नलिखित में से कौन सी सेवाएं शामिल हैं? स्कूल-पूर्व गैर-औपचारिक शिक्षा पूरक पोषण प्रतिरक्षण (Immunization) स्वास्थ्य जांच नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें: केवल 1, 2 और 3 केवल 2, 3 और 4 केवल 2 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.24) With reference to Dhanush Artillery Gun, which of the following statements is/are correct? It is the first indigenous artillery gun of India. It is the first long-range artillery gun to be produced in India. Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.24) धनुष तोप (Dhanush Artillery Gun) के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही है / हैं? यह भारत की पहली स्वदेशी तोप है। यह भारत में निर्मित होने वाली पहली लंबी दूरी की तोप 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.25) Which of the following is the smallest of all rhino species? Black Rhino White Rhino Javan Rhino Sumatran Rhino Q.25) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सभी गेंडों (Rhino) की प्रजातियों में सबसे छोटी है? काला गैंडा सफेद गैंडा जावाई गैंडा सुमात्राई गैंडा Q.26) Which of the following countries took Myanmar to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for committing genocide? Saudi Arabia China Turkey Gambia Q.26) निम्न में से कौन सा देश म्यांमार को नरसंहार के लिए अंतर्राष्ट्रीय न्यायालय (ICJ) में ले गया था? सऊदी अरब चीन तुर्की गाम्बिया Q.27) ‘The rule of negative (or reverse) consensus’ is associated with World Bank World Trade Organization International Solar Alliance BIMSTEC Q.27) ‘नकारात्मक (या रिवर्स) सर्वसम्मति का नियम' (The rule of negative (or reverse) consensus) किससे संबंधित है विश्व बैंक विश्व व्यापार संगठन अंतर्राष्ट्रीय सौर गठबंधन बिम्सटेक Q.28) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR)’. It is the proportion of high liquid assets set aside to meet short-term obligations. It was prescribed by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS). Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.28) 'तरलता कवरेज अनुपात (Liquidity Coverage Ratio- LCR)' के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। यह अल्पकालिक दायित्वों को पूरा करने के लिए अलग सेट की गई उच्च तरल संपत्ति का अनुपात है। यह बैंकिंग पर्यवेक्षण पर बेसल समिति (BCBS) द्वारा निर्धारित किया गया था। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.29) The term ‘Clawback Mechanism’ was in news associated with Non-Performing Assets EXIM Scrips National Agriculture Market (eNAM) Committee of Creditors (CoC) Q.29) 'क्लॉबैक तंत्र' (Clawback Mechanism) शब्द जो समाचारों में था, किससे संबंधित था गैर-निष्पादनकरी संपत्ति (Non-Performing Assets) एक्जिम स्क्रिप्स (EXIM Scrips) राष्ट्रीय कृषि बाजार (eNAM) लेनदारों की समिति (CoC) Q.30) Which of the following statements is/are correct? Nominal GDP of India is increasing in the last ten years. Nominal GDP Growth Rate is consistently increasing in the last ten years. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.30) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही है / हैं? भारत की पिछले दस वर्षों में नॉमिनल जीडीपी बढ़ रही है। पिछले दस वर्षों में नॉमिनल जीडीपी विकास दर लगातार बढ़ रही है। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 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 3, 2020 Motivational Articles

NEW INITIATIVE: LOCKDOWN & YOU - Unlock Your Talent & Creativity!

NEW INITIATIVE: LOCKDOWN & YOU - Unlock Your Talent & Creativity! 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. In the current lockdown, we are all limited by the restrictions imposed on moving out, having dinner in restaurants or even visiting a place of worship. It might take a toll on all of us. To enjoy and expect freedom is human but the current milieu doesn’t allow us to enjoy our freedoms. Rather we are learning to repress our emotions and deal with the crisis, one day at a time. But, till what time can we repress our emotions? Can we repress the urge to move out and meet with friends and family for a few more weeks? Can we exert enough self-control to repress our tendency to roam freely on the streets? Well, we have to! There is no other way after all. And who knows if this lockdown gets extended by another week or two! What will happen then? Without being a doomsday predictor, we want you to be ready. Ready for what? Well, be ready to sustain the pain a bit longer. Be ready to sustain more days of confinement. Wherever you are, whatever your condition is and in whichever shape your mood is, be ready to face the crisis for a few more weeks. For this, we have a suggestion for you. Keep your humor intact. Don’t get depressed. Sing, dance or even play musical instruments. Paint, write poems, make beautiful rangolis. Cook something and show your culinary skills to your family. Be creative and find your catharsis in whichever form of creativity you are comfortable with. It will help you go on. You can’t by studying Laxmikant for hours without taking a break. You can’t be cramming up medieval history without wanting to do something interesting. Find that break, express yourself and get going again. We are here to make this process exciting for you. Why don’t you share your moments of catharsis with us? It could be anything- a song, a painting, a poem, a story, a dance performance, and whatnot. There is no limit to creativity. Just unleash and share it with everyone! We are sure about your hidden talents and potential. UPSC is not only about academics but personality. And your personality is shaped by the creativity that you possess.   We take this opportunity first and are happy to post this beautiful Story by Atyab Ali Zaidi, our talented and highly popular faculty for Geography. Listen to this light yet satirical literary piece that intends to invoke the emotive debate of man versus nature: 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  We believe that, each one of you has 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! Good times are bound to come. Together we can overcome the crisis! Keep yourself engaged, motivate others through your active participation. It's all about knowing more about yourself right- through this initiative! Remember, IASbaba is always there to help you when needed. We are just a mail/call (hotline) away. All the Best IASbaba Team

Apr 3, 2020 IASbaba's Daily Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 3rd April 2020

IAS UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 3rd April 2020 Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) Geo-fencing app: To Locate quarantine violators Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III – Science & Technology In News: The application is called COVID-19 Quarantine Alert System (CQAS). CQAS relies on the person’s mobile phone’s cell tower location The app triggers e-mails and SMS alerts to an authorised government agency if a person has jumped quarantine or escaped isolation Department of Telecom (DoT) and C-DOT, in coordination with telecom service providers, have developed this application. Important value additions: The Indian Telegraph Act empowers the government to seek phone data telecom companies – being utilized to track COVID-19 cases (Due process of Law followed) Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) established as registered society in 1984 is an autonomous Telecom R&D centre of DoT, Government of India. Price Monitoring & Resource Unit (PMRU): Set up in Jammu & Kashmir Part of: GS Prelims and GS-II – Health, Governance In News: Jammu & Kashmir Union Territory become 12th State where the PMRU has been set up by National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) The unit shall be funded by NPPA for its recurring and non-recurring expenses Key takeaways: The PMRU, a registered society, will function under State Drug Controller of Jammu & Kashmir PMRU shall help NPPA and State Drug Controller in ensuring availability and accessibility of medicines at affordable prices. PMRU will collect samples of medicines, collect and analyse data and make reports with respect to availability & over-pricing of medicines for taking action under DPCO It is also expected to organise awareness activities related to affordability of medicines Important value additions: National Pharmaceutical Pricing Policy (NPPP) - governs price control. Drug Price Control Orders (DPCO) – enforces price control.  National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) – monitors and controls drug prices. National Pharmaceutical Pricing Policy-2012 - places a regulatory framework for pricing of drugs. AarogyaSetu App: To assess the risk of catching Coronavirus infection Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III – Science & Technology In News: Objective of App:  To enable people to assess themselves the risk of catching the Coronavirus infection Working: The app utilizing Bluetooth technology detects other devices (also having same app) that comes in the proximity of the phone.  It then calculates the risk of infection based on sophisticated algorithms and artificial intelligence if any of these contacts is tested positive. The app helps in quick contact tracing if a person is tested positive  Developed by public-private collaboration involving multiple stakeholders Privacy Upheld: The personal data collected by the App is encrypted and stays secure on the phone till it is needed for facilitating medical intervention. e-NAM: Features updated in the wake of COVID-19 crisis Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III – Ecaonomy (Agriculture); Science & Technology In News: Two new features – Warehouse based trading module and FPO Trading module- added on e-NAM platform to reduce the farmer’s need to come to wholesale mandis Important Value Additions  e-NAM was launched in 2016 as a pan-India electronic agricultural marketing/trade portal linking APMCs across the States.  It is managed by Small Farmers’ Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC)  e-NAM provides for contactless remote bidding and mobile-based any time payment for which traders do not need to either visit mandis or banks for the same.  Presently, 585 mandis in 16 States and 2 UTs are integrated on e-NAM portal.  Miscellaneous  Project Praana: Indigenous ventilator prototype developed by IISc In a worst case scenario of COVID-19 crisis, nearly 0.006% of the Indian population (~75,000) will require critical care with access to ventilators Ventilators deliver breaths (oxygen) to a patient who is physically unable to breathe. Challenges to manufacturing ventilators are Limited access to pneumatic and electronic hardware, sensors and actuators from the global marketplace  Disrupted global supply chain The ventilator prototype will use materials readily available from India The prototype has mass flow sensors and controllers which accurately tell how much oxygen is flowing and what volume the patient is inhaling in one breath National Monitoring Dashboard for COVID-19 Objective of the dashboard: Monitoring of COVID-19 related grievances on priority basis Developed by Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) of Ministry of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions  The portal will be monitored at senior levels in Government on a daily basis (MAINS FOCUS) ECONOMY/ GOVERNANCE Topic: General Studies 3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.  COVID-19: Opportunity in the crisis The government’s measures to tackle COVID-19 pandemic has been designed to provide immediate relief. Nevertheless, the crisis provides an opportunity to bring in certain reforms that are beneficial to country in the long run. Some of these long term measures suggested by Arvind Subramanian (Former Chief Economic Advisor) are: Revamping Macro-fiscal Framework Fiscal Expenditure in this crisis could entail 4-5% of GDP  Therefore, relaxation of FRBM limits (including for States) is advised Union government’s overall deficit could exceed more than 10 per cent Thus, there is a need to overhaul the entire FRBM framework given that the starting point post the crisis will be different. Remake Finance Largescale takeover of bad loans by RBI to support businesses(US Fed model during 2008 financial crisis) Technology-driven lending Model as advocated by Nandan Nilekani – It uses data rather than collateral, allowing nealry 10 million-odd businesses with deep digital footprints (for example, based on GST invoices), to get loans from the ecosystem of new financial players. Complete JAM:  Opportunity to fix the last-mile weakness of JAM system – transparency and geographical difficulties in accessing cash To be leveraged for welfare policies and eventually Universal Basic Income Re-shape India Agriculture Creation of pan-Indian market for agriculture across India. Elimination of restrictive legislations like Essential Commodities Act  Phasing out of subsidies for fertilizer and instead provide for efficient income transfer scheme (PM-KISAN yojana) to farmers using JAM  Make in India Intelligent industrial policy — incentives, regulatory help, trade policy – to provide direction in the changed scenario post crisis Focus on few sectors like pharmaceuticals (Drug Security) Establish migrants as Full citizens Need to move from immobile place-based benefits to mobile person-based benefits using JAM infrastructure Portability of benefits across States. Example: PDS, Ujjwala and Ayushman Bharat. Upgrade Health: Strengthening Disease Surveillance System by Creating an apex institution like the US’ Centers for Disease Control with a network across all the states Primary Public health and early childhood care to be prioritized over tertiary care Build National Solidarity Fund: To help the informal poor Funding can be from Wealth Taxes or elimination of Middle Class Subsidies Conclusion The prerequisites for the success of these actions is cooperation between the Centre and states. India should make use of crisis to bring in structural changes in the system (like we did during the 1991 BOP crisis) Connecting the dots: Why e-NAM has not taken off? Challenges with Central Bank buying off bad loans Internal Migration and its consequence on demand for reservation of locals ENVIRONMENT/ HEALTH Topic: General Studies 3: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.  Zoonosis: Safe forests, safe people Zoonosis a disease which can be transmitted from animals to humans.  Diseases of animal Origin include Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome - from bats and the civet cat Nipah Virus – From bats & pigs Kyasanur Forest Disease – From Hard ticks or from dead monkeys Bird Flu and Swine Flu Ebola HIV COVID-19 These diseases are causing pandemics more often than not in the recent past. Some of the reasons attributed for this are: The destruction of forests has made these animals come into close contact with humans Trapping or farming of wild species by humans has increased their vulnerability to transmission Rising economic activity, such as road building and mining cutting through forests, brings more people in close contact with animals.  Increased global trade in wild species – In Wuhan, the epicentre of COVID-19, wolf pups to rats, civets and foxes were traded which could be the reservoir of viruses. Way Ahead Avoid reckless exploitation of environment Maintaining the sanctity of forests: Biodiversity in forests harmlessly retains dangerous viruses and other pathogens among a vast pool of wild animals, away from people. Change in the mind-set: Societies & Governments should stop viewing undisturbed landscapes as an impediment to economic growth. Increased attention from International actors about the dangers of future pandemic– Governments, Civil Society, International Organisations and Businesses. Environmental aspects to be integrated into developmental strategies Administrative Changes Roll back the dilution of the environmental clearance system Decentralisation – Empowering local communities to deal with environmental clearances Empowering Scientific community- Leaving protected areas to scientific experts rather than at the hands of bureaucracy Creating awareness among the public  Common man should be made aware of that environmental protection confers health protection (that is already backed by scientific evidence) Conclusion Pristine forests with diverse species keep viruses virtually bottled up, out of man’s way. They should be left undisturbed. Connecting the dots: Impact of crisis caused by COVID-19 disease (having animal source ) on food habits US withdrawal from Paris Climate Deal – Will COVID-19 crisis create a rethink on US part? (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 AarogyaSetu App  It is developed by NASSCOM It will enable people to assess themselves the risk of catching the Coronavirus infection 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 about e-NAM It is an online agricultural trading platform managed by Small Farmers’ Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC)  All Agricultural Marketing Produce Committees (APMC) in India have been linked in this platform Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q 3. Project Praana recently seen in news is related to Ensuring Clean drinking water Development of Indigenous ventilators Tracking COVID-19 cases None of the above Q 4. Consider the following statements about Price Monitoring & Resource Unit (PMRU) It was recently set up in Jammu & Kashmir It helps authorities in checking overpricing and addressing local issues of shortages/hoarding in the current situation when country is fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWERS FOR 1st April 2020 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1 C 2 A 3 C 4 C Must Read About SC order on migrant labours: The Indian Express  About calibrated approach to ending Lockdown: The Indian Express About COVID-19 and private sector support: The Hindu

Apr 3, 2020 IASbaba's Monthly Current Affairs Magazine

IAS UPSC Current Affairs Magazine MARCH 2020

IAS UPSC Current Affairs Magazine MARCH 2020   ARCHIVES Hello Friends, This is the 58th edition of IASbaba’s Current Affairs Monthly Magazine. Current Affairs for UPSC Civil Services Examination is an important factor in this preparation. An effort towards making your Current Affairs for IAS UPSC Preparation qualitative. We hope you make the best use of it! This edition covers all important current affairs issues that were in news for the month of MARCH 2020. DOWNLOAD THE MAGAZINE- CLICK HERE   Mohan Sir, Founder of IASbaba Live on YouTube on 8th April 2020 from 7.30 pm – 8 pm  

Apr 3, 2020 Important Articles

Mohan Sir, Founder of IASbaba Live on YouTube on 8th April 2020 from 7.30 pm – 8 pm

Mohan Sir, Founder of IASbaba Live on YouTube on 8th April 2020 from 7.30 pm – 8pm     Dear Students, With an overwhelming response from our students and our regular followers, Hotline and #ASKBABA is making a lot of news these days among the student community! Hotline and #ASKBABA option is provided, wherein any UPSC Aspirant can get in touch with the Founders and Core Team of IASbaba on telephone regarding ‘any queries’ related to UPSC preparation. It’s been only 4 days (2 hours/day) since we launched our Hotline initiative; we have spoken to (over phone) 320+ students Pan India (around 24 States). We have tried our best to answer all the queries/doubts put forth by our students. Infact, we enjoyed interacting with all of you. There were mutual learnings as well. With #ASKBABA, which is the most trending hashtag on our website now, we are able to clear all the subject specific-doubts on our 60 Day Post of our students. Continuing with our effort of guiding students in the time of need, Mohan Sir (Founder of IASbaba) is coming LIVE on YouTube on 8th April, 2020 from 7.30pm -8pm (30 minutes).   How to make the best use of this LIVE Session? Post your queries with the #ASKBABA. In the first 20 minutes, the questions with the most number of upvotes on the disqus comment will be picked up and answered. In the next 10 minutes, Live questions posted on the YouTube chat will be answered. The time duration of this session can get extended based on the questions posted/asked. Students can post ‘any query’ related to UPSC Preparation Strategy like planning, how to read, revision or any other difficulties you come across when you are preparing for the exam. Please note that, subject- specific doubts will be answered ONLY on the 60 day post with the #ASKBABA.   There is NO REGISTRATION required. Link will be updated here in a day or two, by clicking on that you can join Mohan Sir LIVE on YouTube! Link  -> to be Updated soon!!   We are happy to do our bit; guiding you through this uncertain phase. As Mentors, this is the least we can do from our team. Infact, we enjoyed interacting with all of you since last 4 days. Looking forward for more such productive interactions and mutual learnings! See you on 8th April @ 7.30 pm. Stay Tuned! Now, you can start sharing your questions/queries/doubts with #ASKBABA (related to UPSC Preparation) in disqus comment box below and Upvoting can follow. Remember maximum upvotes will be given priority.   Thank You IASbaba  

Apr 3, 2020 60 DAYS PROGRAMME-PRELIMS 2020

IASbaba’s 60 Day Plan [Day - 29]- IAS Prelims Test Series 2020 Science and technology & CURRENT AFFAIRS

ARCHIVES OF 60 DAY PLAN Dear Students, The 60 Days Training has finally begun:) DAY 29 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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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) Pegasus was seen recently in news. Which of the following describes its nature as a cybersecurity threat? Trojan Ransomware Spyware Phishing Q.1) पेगासस (Pegasus) को हाल ही में समाचारों में देखा गया था। निम्नलिखित में से कौन इसकी प्रकृति को साइबर सुरक्षा खतरे के रूप में वर्णित करता है? ट्रोजन रैंसमवेयर स्पाइवेयर फिशिंग (Phishing) Q.2) Which of the following statements are correct regarding Distributed Denial of Service attacks? It is a malware which creates a botnet and use that to ping a server at the same time. It corrupts all the files linked with a server and deletes them from the device. It overburdens a server and leads to its crashing. Select the code from following: 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.2) डिस्ट्रिब्यूटेड डिनायल ऑफ़ सर्विस (Distributed Denial of Service) हमलों के बारे में निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही है? यह एक मैलवेयर है जो एक बोटनेट (botnet) बनाता है तथा उसी समय इसे एक सर्वर को सूचित करने के लिए उपयोग करता है। यह सर्वर से जुड़ी सभी फाइलों को नष्ट कर देता है तथा उन्हें डिवाइस से हटा देता है। यह एक सर्वर पर अत्यधिक भार डालता है तथा इसके क्षतिग्रस्त होने की ओर जाता है। निम्नलिखित में से कूट का चयन करें: 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.3) ‘Broadband Readiness Index for States’ will be released by which of the organisation? Niti Aayog Department of telecommunication Ministry in home affair in association with International Telecommunication Union.  NASSCOM Q.3) ‘राज्यों के लिए ब्रॉडबैंड तैयारी सूचकांक’ (Broadband Readiness Index for States) किस संगठन द्वारा जारी किया जाता है? नीति आयोग दूरसंचार विभाग अंतर्राष्ट्रीय दूरसंचार संघ के सहयोग से गृह मंत्रालय। नासकॉम Q.4) Consider the following pair –  Index Releasing authority    1. ICT Development Index OECD    2. The Global Cyber Security Index International Telecommunication Union    3. Global Information Technology Report World Bank    4. Network Readiness Index World Economic Forum Which of the above pair/pairs have been correctly matched? 1 and 2 only  1, 2 and 4 only 2 and 4 only  2, 3 and 4 only Q.4) निम्नलिखित युग्मों पर विचार करें -                               सूचकांक           जारी करने वाली संस्था  1. आईसीटी विकास सूचकांक             ओईसीडी (OECD) 2. वैश्विक साइबर सुरक्षा सूचकांक         अंतर्राष्ट्रीय दूरसंचार संघ 3. वैश्विक सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी रिपोर्ट                   विश्व बैंक 4. नेटवर्क तैयारी सूचकांक (Network Readiness Index)                 विश्व आर्थिक मंच उपरोक्त युग्मों में से कौन सा सही ढंग से सुमेलित है? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1, 2 और 4 केवल 2 और 4 केवल 2, 3 और 4 Q.5) Which of the following describes the ‘Wi-Fi calling’, a new concept in communication technology? Use of Wi-Fi router to directly make voice calls. Integration of Wi-Fi Network with the concept of Internet of Things.  Use of high speed Internet connection to make and receive voice calls without using an app.   Expansion of public Wi-Fi to all public places.   Q.5) निम्नलिखित में से कौन ‘वाई-फाई कॉलिंग’ (Wi-Fi calling), संचार प्रौद्योगिकी में एक नई अवधारणा, का वर्णन करता है? वॉयस कॉल को सीधे करने के लिए वाई-फाई राउटर का उपयोग। इंटरनेट ऑफ थिंग्स की अवधारणा के साथ वाई-फाई नेटवर्क का एकीकरण। ऐप का उपयोग किए बिना वॉयस कॉल करने और प्राप्त करने के लिए उच्च गति इंटरनेट कनेक्शन का उपयोग। सभी सार्वजनिक स्थानों पर सार्वजनिक वाई-फाई का विस्तार। Q.6) Consider the following statements regarding Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) – It will be set up under the newly created Cyber and Information Security (CIS) division of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. The body will have power of surveillance of individual and institutions, subjected to the approval of cabinet secretary. It has been created under Information Technology Act, 2000 Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 only  2 and 3 only 3 only None of the above Q.6) भारतीय साइबर अपराध समन्वय केंद्र (I4C) के बारे में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें - यह इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स और सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी मंत्रालय के नव निर्मित साइबर और सूचना सुरक्षा (CIS) प्रभाग के अंतर्गत स्थापित किया जाएगा। कैबिनेट सचिव के अनुमोदन के अधीन निकाय के पास व्यक्तिगत और संस्थानों की निगरानी की शक्ति होगी। यह सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी अधिनियम, 2000 के तहत बनाया गया है ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 3 इनमें से कोई भी नहीं Q.7) Which of the following statements most appropriately describes Quantum supremacy? Explanation of physical phenomenon through quantum mechanics that otherwise cannot be done by classical mechanics. Supremacy in financial sector due to fast communication bus. Cyber capability, both offensive and defensive, of a nation. Demonstrating that a quantum device can solve a problem that classical computers practically cannot. Q.7) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन क्वांटम वर्चस्व (Quantum supremacy) का वर्णन करता है? क्वांटम यांत्रिकी के माध्यम से भौतिक घटना का स्पष्टीकरण जो अन्यथा क्लासिकल यांत्रिकी द्वारा नहीं किया जा सकता है। तीव्र संचार बस (communication bus) के कारण वित्तीय क्षेत्र में वर्चस्व। एक राष्ट्र की साइबर क्षमता, जिसमें आक्रामक और रक्षात्मक, दोनों शामिल हैं। यह प्रदर्शित करना कि एक क्वांटम डिवाइस एक समस्या को हल कर सकती है, जो क्लासिकल कंप्यूटर व्यावहारिक रूप से नहीं कर सकते हैं। Q.8) Which of the following statement is incorrect regarding quantum computers?  They do not follow classical physics like Newton’s laws of motion.  It was posited by Richard Feynman ‘Mission on Quantum computing’ under the ‘National Supercomputing Mission’ is led by Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, IISc and Department of Science and Technology (DST). Select the correct option –  2 only 2 and 3 only 1 and 3 only 3 only Q.8) क्वांटम कंप्यूटरों के बारे में निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन गलत है? वे न्यूटन के गति के नियमों जैसी क्लासिकल भौतिकी का पालन नहीं करते हैं। यह रिचर्ड फेनमैन द्वारा प्रस्तुत किया गया था ‘मिशन ऑन क्वांटम कंप्यूटिंग’ ‘नेशनल सुपरकंप्यूटिंग मिशन’ का नेतृत्व सेंटर फॉर डेवलपमेंट ऑफ़ एडवांस्ड कंप्यूटिंग, IISc तथा विज्ञान और प्रौद्योगिकी विभाग (DST) द्वारा किया गया है। सही विकल्प का चयन करें - केवल 2  केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1 और 3 केवल 3 Q.9) Consider the following statements regarding ‘Open Application programming interfaces – They provide an open architecture, allowing anyone to access data and functionality without any association with the API providers. Government of India has open API policy for programmes like Aadhaar, eKYC, eSign, and Unified Payments Interface (UPI). Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 only  2 only Both 1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2 Q.9) ओपन एप्लीकेशन प्रोग्रामिंग इंटरफेस (Open Application programming interfaces) के बारे में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें - वे एक खुली अवसंरचना प्रदान करते हैं, जिससे किसी को भी एपीआई प्रदाताओं के साथ किसी भी सहयोग के बिना डेटा और कार्यक्षमता का उपयोग करने की अनुमति मिलती है। भारत सरकार के पास आधार, eKYC, eSign, और यूनिफाइड पेमेंट्स इंटरफेस (UPI) जैसे कार्यक्रमों के लिए खुली एपीआई नीति 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.10) Which of the following is/are statutory body formed under Information Technology act, 2000? National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Centre Indian Computer Emergency Response Team – Cert-In Data Security Council of India Select the correct option –  2 only 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only All of the above Q.10) सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी अधिनियम, 2000 के तहत निम्नलिखित में से कौन से सांविधिक निकाय हैं? नेशनल क्रिटिकल इंफॉर्मेशन इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर प्रोटेक्शन सेंटर भारतीय कंप्यूटर आपातकालीन प्रतिक्रिया दल - Cert-In भारतीय डाटा सुरक्षा परिषद सही विकल्प का चयन करें - केवल 2  केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.11) Lithium-ion battery is emerging as a promising technology for batteries. In this regard consider the following statements: Lithium-ion batteries can handle hundreds of charge/discharge cycles. Self-discharge is less than half compared to nickel-cadmium. Faultily designed lithium-ion battery can turn into a miniature bomb. India imports around 60% of Lithium-ion batteries from South America. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 only  1, 2 and 3 only 1, 3 and 4 only  All of the above Q.11) लिथियम-आयन बैटरी, बैटरियों के लिए एक आशाजनक तकनीक के रूप में उभर रही है। इस संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: लिथियम आयन बैटरी सैकड़ों चार्ज / डिस्चार्ज चक्र को संभाल सकती हैं। निकल-कैडमियम की तुलना में सेल्फ-डिस्चार्ज गति आधे से कम है। दोषपूर्ण रूप से डिज़ाइन की गई लिथियम-आयन बैटरी एक सूक्ष्म बम में बदल सकती है। भारत दक्षिण अमेरिका से लगभग 60% लिथियम आयन बैटरी आयात करता है। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1, 2 और 3 केवल 1, 3 और 4 उपरोक्त सभी Q.12) Which of the following is correct regarding DNA Data storage technology? The Personal Data Protection Bill, 2018 will legalise its use. CSIR has developed a prototype and dedicated it to the nation. Use of DNA to store data as alternate data storage to binary data storage History of genetic disorder in human beings can be traced using this technology Q.12) डीएनए डेटा भंडारण तकनीक (DNA Data storage technology) के संबंध में निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा सही है? व्यक्तिगत डेटा संरक्षण बिल, 2018 इसके उपयोग को वैध करेगा। CSIR ने एक प्रोटोटाइप विकसित किया है तथा इसे राष्ट्र को समर्पित किया है। द्विआधारी (binary) डेटा भंडारण के लिए वैकल्पिक डेटा भंडारण के रूप में डेटा को स्टोर करने के लिए डीएनए का उपयोग करना  इस तकनीक का उपयोग करके मानव में आनुवंशिक विकार के इतिहास का पता लगाया जा सकता है Q.13) Consider the following statements –  ‘Paris Call’ is an intergovernmental agreement on ‘Trust and Security in Cyberspace’. Cybersecurity Tech Accord is agreement among private tech companies.   Select the correct option –  1 only  2 only Both 1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2 Q.13) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें - 'पेरिस कॉल' 'साइबरस्पेस में विश्वास और सुरक्षा' पर एक अंतर-सरकारी समझौता है। निजी तकनीकी कंपनियों के बीच साइबर सुरक्षा टेक एकॉर्ड (Cybersecurity Tech Accord) एक समझौता है। सही विकल्प का चयन करें - केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.14) Consider the following statements regarding National Supercomputing Mission –  It is jointly steered by MEITY and Department of Science and Technology (DST). The mission was started during the tenure of Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.  So far 70 supercomputers have been integrated into the National Knowledge Network. Select the correct option –  1 and 2 only  1 only 1 and 3 only All of the above Q.14) राष्ट्रीय सुपरकंप्यूटिंग मिशन (National Supercomputing Mission) के बारे में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें - यह संयुक्त रूप से MEITY तथा विज्ञान और प्रौद्योगिकी विभाग (DST) द्वारा संचालित है। मिशन की शुरुआत प्रधानमंत्री राजीव गांधी के कार्यकाल के दौरान की गई थी। अब तक 70 सुपर कंप्यूटरों को राष्ट्रीय ज्ञान नेटवर्क में एकीकृत किया गया है। सही विकल्प का चयन करें - केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 केवल 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.15) Which of the following statements regarding ‘Quantum Dots’ are correct? Quantum dots display unique electronic properties, intermediate between those of bulk semiconductors and discrete molecules. They can be made to emit or absorb specific wavelengths of light by controlling their size. They are nontoxic and can be injected in the blood stream and help in detecting the cancer cells present in body by illuminating them under an MRI. Select the code from following 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.15) 'क्वांटम डॉट्स' (Quantum Dots) के संबंध में निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही है? क्वांटम डॉट्स अद्वितीय इलेक्ट्रॉनिक गुणों को प्रदर्शित करते हैं, जो अर्धचालकों और असतत अणुओं के बीच मध्यवर्ती होते हैं। वे अपने आकार को नियंत्रित करके प्रकाश की विशिष्ट तरंग दैर्ध्य का उत्सर्जन या अवशोषित करने के लिए बनाए जा सकते हैं। वे गैर-विषैले होते हैं और उन्हें रक्त प्रवाह में इंजेक्ट किया जा सकता है तथा एक एमआरआई के अंतर्गत उन्हें प्रकाशित करके शरीर में मौजूद कैंसर कोशिकाओं का पता लगाने में मदद करता है। निम्नलिखित से कूट का चयन करें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.16) 5G is a wireless communication technology and the next generation mobile networks technology after   4G LTE networks. Which of the following statements regarding 5G technology are correct? It will provide 100 times more peak speed as compared to 4G. The speed provided by 5G will be faster than current broadband cable network. It will be able to support large number of interconnected devices making internet of things successful. Select the code from following: 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.16) 5G एक वायरलेस संचार प्रौद्योगिकी और 4 जी एलटीई नेटवर्क के बाद अगली पीढ़ी की मोबाइल नेटवर्क प्रौद्योगिकी है। 5G तकनीक के संबंध में निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही है? यह 4G की तुलना में 100 गुना अधिक उच्चतम गति प्रदान करेगी। 5G द्वारा प्रदान की जाने वाली गति वर्तमान ब्रॉडबैंड केबल नेटवर्क से तेज होगी। यह बड़ी संख्या में इंटरकनेक्टेड उपकरणों का समर्थन करने में सक्षम होगा जो इंटरनेट ऑफ़ थिंग्स को सफल बना रहा है। निम्नलिखित में से सही कूट का चयन करें: 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.17) Consider the following statements regarding ‘Cyber Surakshit Bharat’ Initiative: It has been launched by Ministry of Home Affairs with National e – Governance Division and Industry Partners. Cyber Surakshit Bharat will be operated on the three principles of Awareness, Education and Enablement. Cyber Surakshit Bharat is a public-private partnership and will leverage the expertise of the IT industry in cybersecurity. Which of the above statements are correct? 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.17) 'साइबर सुरक्षित भारत' (Cyber Surakshit Bharat) पहल के बारे में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: इसे गृह मंत्रालय ने राष्ट्रीय ई-गवर्नेंस विभाग और औद्योगिक सहभागियों के साथ आरंभ किया है। साइबर सुरक्षित भारत को जागरूकता, शिक्षा और सक्षमता के तीन सिद्धांतों पर संचालित किया जाएगा। साइबर सुरक्षित भारत एक सार्वजनिक-निजी भागीदारी है तथा साइबर सुरक्षा में आईटी उद्योग की विशेषज्ञता का लाभ उठाएगा। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही हैं? 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.18) Consider the following statements: TRAI is the authority to decide on matter of net-neutrality in India. Reserve price, the highest price cap that is placed over spectrum above which it cannot be sold, is recommended by TRAI. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only  2 only Both 1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2 Q.18) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: TRAI भारत में नेट-न्यूट्रलिटी के मामले पर निर्णय लेने के लिए अधिकृत है। आरक्षित मूल्य (Reserve price), उच्चतम मूल्य सीमा जो कि स्पेक्ट्रम के ऊपर रखी गई है, जिससे ऊपर इसे बेचा नहीं जा सकता है, ट्राई द्वारा अनुशंसित 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.19) Which of the following statements are correct regarding RFID tags? These tags contain electronically stored information. Like a barcode, the tag  should be within the line of sight of the reader RFID provides a way for organizations to identify and manage stock, tools and equipment (asset tracking), etc. without manual data entry. Select the code from following: 1,2 and 3 2 and 3 1 and 3 1 and 2 Q.19) आरएफआईडी टैग (RFID tags) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही है? इन टैगों में इलेक्ट्रॉनिक रूप से संग्रहीत जानकारी होती है। बारकोड की तरह, टैग रीडर की दृष्टि की रेखा (line of sight) के भीतर होना चाहिए आरएफआईडी संगठनों को मैनुअल डेटा प्रविष्टि के बिना स्टॉक, टूल और उपकरण (संपत्ति ट्रैकिंग) आदि की पहचान करने और प्रबंधित करने का एक तरीका प्रदान करता है। निम्नलिखित में से कूट का चयन करें: 1, 2 और 3 2 और 3 1 और 3 1 और 2 Q.20) With the boom of the bitcoin – a variety of cryptocurrency – the blockchain technology has come into prominence. What does this technology promise to do, even though it is still in its infancy? Help facilitate secure, online transactions in a decentralized way Keep out malware Connect servers with common reasons for existence, remotely All of the above Q.20) एक प्रकार की क्रिप्टोकरेंसी, बिटकॉइन की उछाल के साथ - ब्लॉकचेन तकनीक प्रमुखता में आ गई है। यह तकनीक अभी भी अपनी प्रारंभिक अवस्था में होने के बावजूद क्या करने का वादा करती है? विकेंद्रीकृत तरीके से सुरक्षित, ऑनलाइन लेनदेन को सुविधाजनक बनाने में मदद करेगी मैलवेयर को बाहर रखेगी दूरस्थ क्षेत्रों से, अस्तित्व के लिए सामान्य कारणों के साथ सर्वर कनेक्ट करेगी उपरोक्त सभी Q.21) ‘Make in India Mittelstand’ (MIIM) Programme aims to facilitate investment in India by which of the following? France  Germany Netherland United Kingdom Q.21) ‘मेक इन इंडिया मित्तलस्टैंड’(Make in India Mittelstand- MIIM) कार्यक्रम का उद्देश्य निम्नलिखित में से किसके द्वारा भारत में निवेश की सुविधा प्रदान करना है? फ्रांस जर्मनी नीदरलैंड यूनाइटेड किंगडम Q.22) Consider the following pairs: Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) systems of India State    1. Koraput Sikkim    2. Pampore Uttarakhand    3. Kuttanad Kerala Which of the pairs given above are incorrectly matched? 1 and 2 only 1 only 2 and 3 only 3 only Q.22) निम्नलिखित युग्मों पर विचार करें: भारत की वैश्विक स्तर पर महत्वपूर्ण कृषि विरासत प्रणाली (GIAHS)                               राज्य 1. कोरापुट                               सिक्किम 2. पंपोर                               उत्तराखंड 3. कुट्टनाड                                 केरल ऊपर दी गई कौन सी जोड़ी गलत तरीके से मेल खाती है? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 3 Q.23) As per the Indian State of Forest Report (ISFR), 2019 which of the following statements is/are correct? India’s forest cover is about 24 percent of its total geographic area. Karnataka saw the highest increase in forest cover among the other States compared to last assessment. The forest cover in the North Eastern region increased marginally. Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 and 2 only 2 only 1 and 3 only 2 and 3 only Q.23) भारतीय वन रिपोर्ट (ISFR), 2019 के अनुसार, निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही है / हैं? भारत का वन आवरण उसके कुल भौगोलिक क्षेत्र का लगभग 24 प्रतिशत है। कर्नाटक ने पिछले आकलन की तुलना में अन्य राज्यों में वन आवरण में सबसे अधिक वृद्धि देखी है। उत्तर पूर्वी क्षेत्र में वन आवरण में मामूली वृद्धि हुई है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें: केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2  केवल 1 और 3 केवल 2 और 3  Q.24) The term ‘Arrokoth’ seen in news is related with Cyber Physical System Particle Physics Kuiper Belt Flyby Object Human Genome Project Q.24) समाचारों में देखा गया शब्द 'अरोकोथ' (Arrokoth) किससे संबंधित है? साइबर भौतिकी प्रणाली कण भौतिकी (Particle Physics) क्विपर बेल्ट फ्लाईबी ऑब्जेक्ट (Kuiper Belt Flyby Object) मानव जीनोम परियोजना Q.25) Consider the following statements about innovation for Defence Excellence (iDEX) initiative: iDEX is an ecosystem to foster innovation and indigenous technology development in Defence and Aerospace. iDEX will be funded and managed by a Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only  Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.25) रक्षा उत्कृष्टता के लिए नवाचार (iDEX) पहल के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: iDEX रक्षा और एयरोस्पेस में नवाचार और स्वदेशी प्रौद्योगिकी विकास को बढ़ावा देने के लिए एक पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र है। iDEX को रक्षा अनुसंधान और विकास संगठन (DRDO) द्वारा वित्त पोषित और प्रबंधित किया जाएगा। 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) The ‘Dampier-Hodges Line’ is associated with which of the following regions? Western Ghats Aravallis Sundarbans Konkan Coast Q.26) ‘डैम्पियर-होजेस रेखा’ (Dampier-Hodges Line) निम्नलिखित में से किस क्षेत्र से संबंधित है? पश्चिमी घाट अरावली सुंदरवन कोंकण तट Q.27) Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched? Sasthamkotta Lake – Kerala Kanjli Wetland – Uttarakhand Surinsar-Mansar Lakes – Punjab Select the correct code: 1 Only 1 and 2 2 and 3 1, 2 and 3 Q.27) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा युग्म सही रूप से सुमेलित है / हैं? सस्तमकोट्टा झील - केरल कांजली आद्रभूमि - उत्तराखंड सुरिनसर-मानसर झीलें - पंजाब सही कूट का चयन करें: केवल 1 1 और 2 2 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.28) The ‘Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)’ is under the aegis of  Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution Ministry of Commerce and Industry Ministry of Science and Technology Ministry of Jal Shakti Q.28) ‘भारतीय मानक ब्यूरो (BIS)' किसके तत्वावधान में है उपभोक्ता मामले, खाद्य और सार्वजनिक वितरण मंत्रालय वाणिज्य और उद्योग मंत्रालय विज्ञान और प्रौद्योगिकी मंत्रालय जल शक्ति मंत्रालय Q.29) Which of the following are surveillance acts of India? Indian Telegraph Act, 1885,  Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000 Central Bureau of Investigation Act, 1965 Select the correct code: 1 and 2 2 Only 1 and 3 1, 2 and 3 Q.29) निम्नलिखित में से कौन भारत के निगरानी अधिनियम (surveillance acts) हैं? भारतीय टेलीग्राफ अधिनियम, 1885, सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी (आईटी) अधिनियम, 2000 केंद्रीय जांच ब्यूरो अधिनियम, 1965 सही कूट का चयन करें: 1 और 2 केवल 2  1 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.30) India has Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with Japan USA South Korea Select the correct code: 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 None of the above Q.30) भारत का किसके साथ मुक्त व्यापार समझौता (एफटीए) है जापान अमेरीका दक्षिण कोरिया सही कूट का चयन करें: 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 इनमें से कोई भी नहीं 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  All the Best! IASbaba