123456789101112 17 Weekly Current Affairs Quiz: 10/01/2022 to 15/01/2022 1 / 12 Q1. Consider the following statement regarding the term SKYROS: 1. This was a bilateral joint exercise of French air force and Indian Airforce. 2. Rafale fighter jets of India and France participated in this exercise. 3.Skyros is the largest and easternmost of the northern island, Sporades Sporades in the Aegean Sea, eastern Greece. Which of the above statements are correct? A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 C. 1 and 3 D. 1, 2, and 3 EXPLANATION: The Rafale fighter jets of India and France were set to carry out wargames named SKYROS in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Hence statement 2 is correct. The exercise would be the first major wargame of the Indian Air Force involving the Rafale fighters who were inducted into the service. Indian Air Force (IAF) and French Air and Space Force had conducted a bilateral Air exercise, Ex Desert Knight-21 at Air Force Station Jodhpur. Hence statement 1 is correct. Skyros, Modern Greek Skíros, island, the largest and easternmost of the Northern Sporades in the Aegean sea, eastern Greece. The island constitutes a dímos (municipality) in the periféreia (region) of Central Greece. Hence statement 3 is correct. 2 / 12 Q2. Consider the following statement regarding Tek Fog app: 1. This is a new spyware that could be used for hacking the social media account of any person. 2. This is a new gaming app developed by India. 3. This is a new app to track and trace the people infected with the omicron virus. Which of the above statements is/are correct? A. 1 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 3 only EXPLANATION: This is a new spyware that could be used for hacking the social media account of any person. This app is used for spreading propaganda in elections. Generally, it is blamed by some opposition that this app will be used by the BJP in the coming legislative elections. Therefore, the leaders of the opposition (Mainly TMC) demanded for the joint parliamentary committee to investigate it. Hence, statement 1 is correct. Fogg app is not a gaming app. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect. So far, at present there is no software regarding the identification of the virus. And even no software is there to track and trace the omicron infected person. Although Arogya Setup is already there related to coronavirus. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect. 3 / 12 Q3. Consider the following statement regarding Kazakhstan Crises which has erupted recently because of the following reasons : 1. People of Kazakhstan are protesting against the present government for price hike in LPG. 2. People of Kazakhstan want to remove the government because Government is pro comminist. 3. When the Kazakhstan government took the support of Russia, this protest turned into a huge violent protest. Which of the above reasons for the Kazakhstan crisis is/are correct? A. 2 only B. 1, and 2 C. 1 and 3 only D. 1 only EXPLANATION: People of Kazakhstan are protesting against the present government for a price hike in LPG. Generally, the people of Kazakhstan use LPG as fuel in their vehicles. So they opposed this price hike. Initially, the protest was peaceful but it turned into a violent movement because the government took the strongest measures to suppress it with the support of the Russian army. Hence, statements 1 and 3 are correct. The government of Kazakhstan blamed the protesters that there are some foreigners also who are involved in the protest. Therefore, this protest must be crushed without any negotiation. People are not protesting for economic reform. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect. In this crisis, thousands of people of Kazakhstan are killed after strong military action with the support of Russia as well as China. China and Russia seek that this violence must be crushed. 4 / 12 Q4. Consider the following statement regarding the issuance of the notification of J & K Governance related to Land use recently: 1. The central government wanted to use these areas Gulmarg, Sonamarg as ‘strategic areas’ for the armed forces. 2. Through this notification, the Government could regulate the construction in these areas. 3. The objective of the government is to ensure the security of tourists. 4. Tourist areas could be converted into industrial areas through this notification Which of the above statements is/are correct? A. 1, 2 and 3 only B. 2, 3 and 4 C. 3 only D. 2 and 4 only EXPLANATION: The government notified Land in Gulmarg, Sonamarg as ‘strategic areas’ for use by the armed forces. Through this notification, the Government could regulate the construction in these areas. In fact, central government wants to deploy more armies in this region and use the land of this region for military purposes. Hence statement 1 is correct. The central government can stop the construction if the construction is not in the favor of military operation. Hence statement 2 is correct. The objective of this change in land use is to deploy more armies in the Kashmir region and provide adequate security to the tourists. Hence statement 3 is correct. This notification is not related to industrialization of this area and there is not any objective that through this change in land use, industrialization would be promoted in this region. Hence statement 4 is not correct. 5 / 12 Q5. Consider the following statement regarding the term “Blue Book”: 1. It is the name of the manual of the Special Protection Group (SPG), which exclusively protects India’s Prime Minister. 2. It is the name of the manual of the National Security Guard (NSG), which exclusively protects India’s Prime Minister. 3. Bluebook is a rule book related to the norms of allocation of the security of VIPs. Which of the above statements is/are correct? A. 2 and 3 only B. 1, 2, and 3 C. Only 1 D. 1 and 3 only EXPLANATION: The security of the PM is the responsibility of the SPG through the SPG act. As per the SPG acts, some manuals are fixed for the security of the PM and these manuals are given in the Blue Book. Hence statement 1 is correct. This Bluebook contains the manual of the security provided by the SPG, Not by the NSG (National security guard). Hence statement 2 is not correct. The blue book is a rule book in which all the security measures are given exclusively for the security of the prime minister, nor for the security of all VIPs. Hence, statement 3 is also not correct. 6 / 12 Q6. Consider the following statement regarding the Australia Japan Security Alliance which concluded recently? 1. This treaty would enhance the power of QUAD. 2. China also welcomed this treaty because after this peace could be established in the China sea. 3. The US and Britain are mediator countries of this treaty. 4. This is a multilateral treaty. Which of the above statements is/are correct? A. 2 and 3 only B. 1 only C. 2 and 4 only D. 2, 3 and 4 only EXPLANATION: The Austro Japan Defense Alliance would definitely enhance the power of Quad, which America is also there. Hence, statement 1 is correct. Japan has been a rival of China for a long time because Japan has been opposing the increasing power of China in the pacific ocean. Definitely, China will never tolerate the increasing power of Japan. China also wants to increase its influence in the South China Sea which would be interpreted after this treaty. Hence, statement 2 is not correct. This treaty is a bilateral treaty and there is no mediator of this treaty, Hence, statements 3 and 4 are also not correct. 7 / 12 Q7. Consider the following statement regarding EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility): 1. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a policy approach under which producers are given a significant responsibility – financial and/or physical – for the treatment or disposal of post-consumer products. 2. The Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change is responsible for issuing the notification in this regard. 3. The provision of incentives to producers to take into account environmental considerations when designing their products. 4. EPR now extends up to the waste tyres. Now it is the responsibility of the producer of tyres to ensure environmentally safe management of waste tyres. Which of the above statements is/are correct? A. 2 and 3 only B. 1, 2, 3 and 4 C. Only 1 D. 1 and 3 only EXPLANATION: OECD (The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development) defines Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) as an environmental policy approach in which a producer’s responsibility for a product is extended to the post-consumer stage of a product’s life cycle. Hence statement 1 is correct. The Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change is responsible to fix the responsibility of the producer. Recently it extended the EPR to waste tyres also through a notification. Hence, statements 2 and 4 are correct. The provision of incentives to producers to take into account environmental considerations when designing their products. Hence statement 3 is also correct. 8 / 12 Q8. Consider the following statement regarding the term Nirbhay Kadhi: 1. Nirbhay Kadhi is a campaign related to the prohibition of child marriage. 2. Recently Odisha’s Ganjam has declared itself the state’s first child marriage-free district. 3. Nirbhaya Kadhi is a campaign to prevent adolescent girls from dropping out of school. Which of the above statements is/are correct? A. 1 only B. 2 only C. 1 and 2 D. All of the above EXPLANATION: Nirbhay Kadhi is the initiative of the government of Orissa through this campaign the district administration has counseled over one lakh teenagers. They implemented various steps like providing incentives for informing child marriages, making Aadhaar card mandatory for marriages, etc. In this way, it stops child marriage. Hence statement 1 is correct. Recently as per the report, the Ganjam district of Orissa is declared as free from child marriage dist. Hence statement 2 is correct. Ganjam had started a programme Nirbhaya Kadhi (Fearless bud) which is a campaign to prevent adolescent girls from dropping out of school, and counseling them. All heads of educational institutes were directed to inform the administration if any girl aged between 12 and 18 remained absent from school for five days. It followed up with the teachers and other grassroots level workers. Hence statement 3 is also correct. 9 / 12 Q9. Consider the following statement regarding UJALA Scheme: 1. The UJALA scheme was launched by PM Narendra Modi on 1st May 2015 under the finance ministry. 2. The UJALA scheme also known as the LED-based Domestic Efficient Lighting Programme (DELP) aims to promote the efficient usage of energy for all. 3. According to the UJALA scheme, LED bulbs would be distributed by the Electricity Distribution Company at subsidized rates to every grid-connected customer with a metered connection. 4. After the successful implementation of the UJALA scheme in India, this model was also implemented in Sri Lanka. Which of the above statements is/are correct? A. 2 and 3 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 2 and 4 only D. 2, 3 and 4 only EXPLANATION: Hon’ble Prime Minister, on 5th January 2015 launched Unnat Jyoti by Affordable LED for All (UJALA) program. Under the UJALA scheme, LED bulbs, LED Tube lights, and Energy-efficient fans are being provided to domestic consumers for the replacement of conventional and inefficient variants. Hence statement 1 is not correct and statement 2 is correct. According to the UJALA scheme, LED bulbs would be distributed by the Electricity Distribution Company at subsidized rates to every grid-connected customer with a metered connection. Hence, statement 3 is also correct. Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), under the Ministry of Power, Government of India has launched UJALA (Unnat Jyoti by Affordable Lighting for All) Scheme in the State of Malacca, Malaysia today. The Scheme was launched by the Chief Minister of Melaka Datuk Seri Utama Ir. Hj. Idris Bin Hj. Haron. In due course of time, the successful Indian model of the UJALA scheme has become a sought-after example for the different nations of the world and will now be implemented in Malacca to extend programme benefits to people of the region. Hence statement 4 is not correct. 10 / 12 Q10. Consider the following statements regarding Jallikattu: 1. Jallikattu, also known as Eru thazhuvuthal or Sallikkattu or Manju virattu is a cultural event practiced in southern India mainly in Tamilnadu. 2. As per the Tamil tradition, during the time of Chola kings, the Naykas had to participate in such games in an open field in front of the king. 3. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and Federation of India Animal Protection Agencies (FIAPA) have been opposing jallikattu for a long time. 4. Jallikattu is a festival of West Bengal. Which of the above statements is/are correct? A. 1, 2 and 3 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 2 and 4 only D. 2, 3 and 4 only EXPLANATION: Jallikattu, also known as Eru thazhuvuthal or Sallikkattu or Manju virattu is a cultural event practiced in southern India mainly in Tamilnadu on the occasion of the Pongal. Hence statement 1 is correct. In Indian culture, the tradition of fighting with animals like elephants, even lions, bull have been popular for a long time. During the ancient period, for entertainment purposes a game related to fighting with animals was popular, we see various seals and inscriptions in this regard. As per the Tamil tradition, during the time of Chola kings, the Naykas had to participate in such games in an open field in front of the king. Hence statement 2 is correct. During this game, many times Bull runs towards the mob and during the process of jumping barriers, bulls are wounded. Besides, the life of man is also at risk. Some organizations and agencies are fighting for the welfare of animals. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and the Federation of India Animal Protection Agencies (FIAPA) have been opposing this Jallikattu for a long time. Hence, statement 3 is correct. Jalikattu is the festival of Tamilnadu, not of Bengal. Hence statement 4 is not correct. 11 / 12 Q11. Consider the following statements regarding the election procedure in the state for legislative assemblies: 1. The state election commission is solely responsible for the elections of legislative assemblies in the states. 2. State election commission was formed after the recommendation of the Central election commission. 3. Elections of Legislative assemblies can be challenged in High courts of particular states. 4. Elections of legislative assemblies in any state can be postponed after the recommendation of the president. Which of the above statements is/are correct? A. 1, 2 and 3 only B. 3 only C. 2 and 4 only D. 2, 3 and 4 only EXPLANATION: The Chief Election Commissioner of India heads the Election Commission of India, a body constitutionally empowered to conduct free and fair elections to the national and state legislatures and of the President and Vice-President. Hence statement 1 is not correct. The State Election commission was formed after the provision of Panchayati Raj system through the 73rd and 74th amendments of the constitution. This state election commission is not the subordinate body of the Chief election commission. The members of the state election commission are appointed by the governor and the state election commission is responsible for conducting the free and fair elections of Punjayat level. Hence statement 2 is not correct. Elections of Legislative assemblies can be challenged in High courts of particular states as well as the supreme court. Elections of Legislative assemblies or parliamentary elections can be challenged in high court if the constituency is under the jurisdiction of the high court. Hence statement 3 is also correct. On the declaration of election, CEC has its sole right and the president generally can not give any decision regarding the election until or unless in the situation of national emergency. Hence statement 4 is not correct. 12 / 12 Q12. Consider the following statement regarding Suu Kyi? 1. She is a Nobel laureate and belongs to Myanmar. 2. She is imprisoned by the Myanmar government because she is fighting for the re-establishment of civil rule in Myanmar. 3. She is the head of the Junta also. 4. She won a Nobel prize in literature. Which of the above statements is/are correct? A. 1, and 2 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 2 and 4 only D. 2, 3 and 4 only EXPLANATION: Aung San Suu Kyi is a Burmese politician, diplomat, author, and a 1991 Nobel Peace Prize laureate who served as State Counselor of Myanmar and Minister of Foreign Affairs from 2016 to 2021. Hence statement 1 is correct and statement 4 is incorrect. In Myanmar, a military government is formed and Suu Kyi is imprisoned now, and recently she is sentenced to 4 years in prison. She is fighting for the re-establishment of civil rule in Myanmar. Hence statement 2 is correct. A military or political group that rules a country after taking power by force. The term junta means "meeting" or "committee" and originated in the national and local junta organized by the Spanish resistance to Napoleon's invasion of Spain in 1808. Neither she has been head of Junta nor she is head in the present. Hence statement 3 is incorrect. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte
