0 UPSC EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 18.12.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. 16th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification was held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. 2. In which about 100 countries expressed their commitment to give priority to land restoration and drought resilience. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: 16th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification was held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in which about 200 countries expressed commitment to prioritize land restoration and drought resilience. For the first time, the UNCCD COP was held in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Key Outcomes of UNCCD COP16 Global Drought Framework: It highlighted the efforts of nations towards the Global Drought Framework and set a target to complete them by COP17 to be held in Mongolia in the year 2026. Financial Pledges: More than US $ 12 billion was pledged to combat desertification, land degradation and drought. Riyadh Global Drought Resilience Partnership: Committed US$12.15 billion to support 80 vulnerable countries, including US$10 billion from the Arab Coordination Group. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. Ecologists studied amphibians in the Western Ghats to examine their response to agroforestry practices. 2. While some endemic frogs face harm, others adapt to modified habitats. 3. Highlighted is Microhyla nilphamariensis, a nocturnal frog found in South Asia. 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: Ecologists studied amphibians in the Western Ghats to examine their response to agroforestry practices. While some endemic frogs face harm, others adapt to modified habitats. Highlighted is Microhyla nilphamariensis, a nocturnal frog found in South Asia. Frogs, crucial bioindicators, face threats from habitat loss, climate change, and disease, necessitating conservation efforts. Key Findings of the Study Impact of Agricultural Expansion: Paddy fields and orchard expansion threaten frog population with paddy fields showing the lowest frog diversity and mango and cashew orchards housing the fewest frogs overall. Decline of Rare Frog Species: Rare species, such as the CEPF Burrowing Frog (Minervarya cepfi) and the Goan Fejervarya (Minervarya gomantaki), were scarce in altered agricultural habitats. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. With the aim of increasing costs in the agricultural sector and providing financial assistance to farmers, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has increased the agricultural loan limit without collateral. 2. Earlier the limit was ₹ 1.6 lakh per farmer, which has been increased to ₹ 4 lakh. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: With the aim of increasing costs in the agricultural sector and providing financial assistance to farmers, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has increased the agricultural loan limit without collateral. Earlier the limit was ₹ 1.6 lakh per farmer, which has been increased to ₹ 2 lakh. This decision will be effective from January 1, 2025 and will provide loans to farmers without collateral for their agricultural and allied activities. Key points related to agricultural loan limit Increase in loan limit: The limit of agricultural loan without collateral has been increased from ₹ 1.6 lakh to ₹ 2 lakh. Benefits Farmers will get relief from the pressure of rising inflation and agricultural costs. Small and marginal farmers, who account for 86% of the agricultural sector, will get more financial assistance. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. ‘Renowned tabla player Zakir Hussain passed away due to complications of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). 2. Born on March 9, 1951, Zakir Hussain was the son of the legendary tabla player Ustad Alla Rakha. 3. He won four Grammy Awards, including three at the 66th Grammy Awards in 2024. He has also been awarded the Padma Shri (1988), Padma Bhushan (2002) and Padma Vibhushan (2023). 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: Renowned tabla player Zakir Hussain passed away due to complications of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Early life: Born on March 9, 1951, Zakir Hussain was the son of the legendary tabla player Ustad Alla Rakha. He began tabla training at the age of seven. Contribution: His collaborations with Western musicians, especially a 1973 project with English guitarist John McLaughlin, violinist L. Shankar and percussionist TH 'Vikku' Vinayakram, brought Indian classical music to the global stage. Awards: He won four Grammy Awards, including three at the 66th Grammy Awards in 2024. He has also been awarded the Padma Shri (1988), Padma Bhushan (2002) and Padma Vibhushan (2023). Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis IPF is a lung disease that causes the air sacs in the lungs to become damaged and fibrotic, impairing their ability to exchange oxygen efficiently. The tissue surrounding the alveoli in the lungs thickens and hardens. The alveoli are tiny air sacs at the end of the bronchioles that help exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide with the bloodstream. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister announced the establishment of a Telugu University in his honour to commemorate the sacrifices of martyr Shri Potti Sriramulu for the Telugu people. 2. Shri Potti Sriramulu is revered for his stellar role in advocating for a Telugu-speaking state from Madras. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister announced the establishment of a Telugu University in his honour to commemorate the sacrifices of martyr Shri Potti Sriramulu for the Telugu people. Shri Potti Sriramulu is revered for his stellar role in advocating for a Telugu-speaking state from Madras. His sacrifice on 15 December led to the creation of linguistic states in India. His death after a 56-day fast led to widespread violence, which forced the government to set up a States Reorganisation Commission (December 1953), which led to the creation of Andhra Pradesh in October 1953. Sriramulu participated in the Indian Independence Movement and was jailed for participating in the Salt Satyagraha of 1930 and also participated in the Quit India Movement. He was a devoted follower and strong supporter of Mahatma Gandhi. He also joined the Gandhi Ashram at Komarvolu established by Yerneni Subrahmanyam. He fasted in support of the right of Dalits to enter the Venu Gopala Swamy temple at Moolapeta in Nellore, which was eventually granted. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 18.12.2024 ALL EXAM QUIZ 19.12.2024
