0 UPSC EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 15.10.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) brought together many economists and forecasters to discuss the revision of the base year for India’s Gross Domestic Product . 2. The previous base year revision in 2015 changed the base year from 2004-05 to 2011-12. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) brought together many economists and forecasters to discuss the revision of the base year for India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). It underscores the importance MoSPI places on wider consultation, especially given the criticism and debates surrounding previous base year revisions. The previous base year revision in 2015 changed the base year from 2004-05 to 2011-12 but faced criticism due to perceived flaws in the methodological changes. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. The central government has announced the Pradhan Mantri Internship Scheme to provide internship opportunities to the youth. 2. This scheme has been launched by the Government of India to assist the youth in gaining work experience. 3. It was announced by the Union Finance Minister in his budget speech session on 23 July 2024 . Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 are correct 1 and 3 are correct 2 and 3 are correct All of the above Explanation: The central government has announced the Pradhan Mantri Internship Scheme to provide internship opportunities to the youth. This scheme has been launched by the Government of India to assist the youth in gaining work experience. It was announced by the Union Finance Minister in his budget speech session on 23 July 2024 and it has been implemented across the country from 3 October 2024. The main objective of this scheme is to provide training to unemployed youth in India to get jobs. The scheme aims to provide one crore internships by 2029, with a pilot project with 1.25 lakh interns to start in December 2024. Unemployed youth of the country can apply for the PM Internship Scheme pilot project from the evening of October 12, 2024. On October 11, 2024, the number of opportunities posted on the portal of PM Internship Scheme has increased to 90,849. This scheme can prove to be an important step in reducing unemployment in India and providing skill development opportunities, employment training and work experience to the youth. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. A group of researchers has recently discovered a new species of damselfly, Agastyamalai Bambutail, at Manjadininvila in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala. 2. The species belongs to the bamboo-tail group and is so named because of its long cylindrical abdomen, which looks similar to a bamboo stalk. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: A group of researchers has recently discovered a new species of damselfly, Agastyamalai Bambutail, at Manjadininvila in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala. The species belongs to the bamboo-tail group and is so named because of its long cylindrical abdomen, which looks similar to a bamboo stalk. Characteristics of Agastyamalai Bambutail Species name: Agastyamalai Bambutail Family: Damselflies Location: The species is discovered from the Agastyamalai landscape of the Western Ghats. Other species: The only other species in this genus is the Malabar Bambutail (Melanoneura bilineata), found in the Coorg-Wayanad region. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. India has become third largest supplier of nutrition and health support to UNICEF. 2. According to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), Indian suppliers rank third among the organization's global suppliers of health and nutrition support for children. 3. Indian companies have given UNICEF over six billion dollars' worth of goods and services for its worldwide operations. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 are correct 1 and 3 are correct 2 and 3 are correct All of the above Explanation: India has become third largest supplier of nutrition and health support to UNICEF. According to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), Indian suppliers rank third among the organization's global suppliers of health and nutrition support for children. Indian companies have given UNICEF over six billion dollars' worth of goods and services for its worldwide operations. In order to meet children's health and nutritional needs globally, this contribution comprises medications, vaccines, and nutrition supplies. Leila Pakkala, director of UNICEF's supply division, stated that Indian providers of children's life-saving products and services are essential to UNICEF's global mission for children. Leila Pakkala, the director of UNICEF's supplies division, was in India for the first time on her official visit. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. Noel Tata has been appointed Chairperson of Tata Trust. 2. Tata Trusts have a 66% stake in Tata Sons, which controls Tata Trusts effectively and has a bigger role in the affairs of Tata Sons. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Noel Tata has been unanimously appointed Chairperson of Tata Trust, the philanthropic arm of the Tata Group. This decision was made during a board meeting following the passing of Ratan Tata at the age of 86. Noel Tata, Ratan Tata’s half-brother, serves on the boards of several listed companies, including Tata Steel and Voltas. Tata Trusts have a 66% stake in Tata Sons, which controls Tata Trusts effectively and has a bigger role in the affairs of Tata Sons. Noel N. Tata has been associated with the Tata Group for 40 years and currently serves on the Board of various Tata Group Companies. Noel Tata is the chairman of Tata International, Tata Investment Corporation Ltd. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 15.10.2024 UPSC EXAM QUIZ 22.10.2024
