0 UPSC ENGLISH QUIZ 30.11.2023 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: Recent data from the Management Information System on Social Audit, maintained by the Ministry of Rural Development, sheds light on the progress and challenges of the social audit in the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme . According to the data from the MIS on Social Audit, Out of the 34 States and Union Territories, only 3 have surpassed the 50% mark in completing social audits of works done under MGNREGS in gram panchayats. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Recent data from the Management Information System (MIS) on Social Audit, maintained by the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD), sheds light on the progress and challenges of the social audit in the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS). Progress of Social Audits in MGNREGS According to the data from the MIS on Social Audit, Out of the 34 States and Union Territories, only 6 have surpassed the 50% mark in completing social audits of works done under MGNREGS in gram panchayats. Kerala emerges as the frontrunner, achieving 100% coverage of gram panchayats in social audits, showcasing a comprehensive and inclusive approach. Apart from Kerala, five other states have surpassed the 50% mark in social audit coverage, namely Bihar (64.4%), Gujarat (58.8%), Jammu and Kashmir (64.1%), Odisha (60.42%), and Uttar Pradesh (54.97%). Only three States have covered 40% or more villages Telangana (40.5%), Himachal Pradesh (45.32%) and Andhra Pradesh (49.7%). Other than Telangana, among the poll-bound States, the numbers are really low — Madhya Pradesh (1.73%), Mizoram (17.5%) Chhattisgarh (25.06%), and Rajasthan (34.74%). 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: Animal Husbandry Statistics, 2023 has been released by the Union Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying on National Milk Day Total milk production in India is estimated at 230.58 million tonnes in the year 2022-23, registering an increase of 22.81% over the last 5 years from 287.75 million tonnes in 2018-19. The highest milk producing state during the year 2022-23 is Uttar Pradesh (15.72%), followed by Rajasthan (14.44%), Madhya Pradesh (8.73%), Gujarat (7.49%) and Andhra Pradesh (6.70%) 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: Animal Husbandry Statistics, 2023 has been released by the Union Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying on National Milk Day.. The production of milk, egg, meat and wool in the country is estimated by the Union Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying annually on the basis of the results of Integrated Sample Survey conducted across the country during three seasons - summer (March-June), rainy (July–October) and winter (November–February). Milk Production Total milk production in India is estimated at 230.58 million tonnes in the year 2022-23, registering an increase of 22.81% over the last 5 years from 187.75 million tonnes in 2018-19. The highest milk producing state during the year 2022-23 is Uttar Pradesh (15.72%), followed by Rajasthan (14.44%), Madhya Pradesh (8.73%), Gujarat (7.49%) and Andhra Pradesh (6.70%) Annual Growth Rate (AGR) - The highest annual growth rate (AGR) compared to last year has been recorded in Karnataka (8.76%), followed by West Bengal (8.65%) and Uttar Pradesh (6.99%). . 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: Central Government has recently included Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) in the list of organizations exempted from the Right to Information Act (RTI), 2005. CERT-In is the national agency under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology responsible for responding to computer security incidents. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Central Government has recently included Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) in the list of organizations exempted from the Right to Information Act (RTI), 2005. CERT-In is the national agency under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology responsible for responding to computer security incidents. The move has raised concerns as it limits transparency for an entity crucial in combating cyber threats and raising security awareness. Role and Objectives of CERT-In CERT-In plays a vital role in quickly responding to computer security incidents. One of its main objectives is to increase security awareness among common citizens. The agency works under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, reflecting its importance in securing digital infrastructure and addressing cyber security challenges. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: India's largest tiger reserve will be set up in Damoh, Madhya Pradesh. Madhya Pradesh's Damoh district is going to be home to the country's largest tiger reserve in a significant development. The central government has issued a notification approving the proposal to merge the Noradehi sanctuary with the Durgavati sanctuary in the Damoh district. 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's largest tiger reserve will be set up in Damoh, Madhya Pradesh. Madhya Pradesh's Damoh district is going to be home to the country's largest tiger reserve in a significant development. The central government has issued a notification approving the proposal to merge the Noradehi sanctuary with the Durgavati sanctuary in the Damoh district. It will be created as a massive tiger reserve spread over 2,300 square kilometers. The reserve will be centered around the Jabera area of Damoh district and is expected to boost tourism and development in the area. The new tiger sanctuary will provide a safe haven for the area's tiger population, which currently stands at 16. The forest department is currently working on setting up a tiger reserve within the next two to three months. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: Generic drugs for two rare diseases have been launched. These generic drugs will help in reducing the prices of rare diseases up to 100 times their current market value. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 1 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Generic drugs for four rare diseases have been launched. These generic drugs will help in reducing the prices of rare diseases up to 100 times their current market value. Generic drugs will support the treatment of four diseases: Tyrosinemia-Type 1, Gaucher's Disease, Wilson’s Disease, and the Dravet-Lennox Gastaut Syndrome. The cost of these drugs will decrease between 60 and 100 times of their current market value. The government is also trying to available more generic drugs available for rare diseases including Phenylketonuria and Hyperammonemia in the next few months. A rare disease is a health condition of particularly low prevalence that affects a small number of people. India has around 8.4 crore to 10 crore of rare diseases patients. Nearly 80% per cent of these diseases are genetic in nature. Thirteen rare diseases have been prioritized by the government. 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