0 UPSC ENGLISH QUIZ 14.12.2023 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: Government of India has made a significant move in the Mining Sector by launching the first-ever auction of critical minerals, offering 20 blocks for sale to Private Sectors. This is the first time that rights related to the mining of lithium ore are being auctioned to private sectors. Other minerals in the blocks include nickel, copper, molybdenum, and rare earth elements. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Government of India has made a significant move in the Mining Sector by launching the first-ever auction of critical minerals, offering 20 blocks for sale to Private Sectors. Key Features of the First Auction of Critical Minerals This is the first time that rights related to the mining of lithium ore are being auctioned to private sectors. Other minerals in the blocks include nickel, copper, molybdenum, and rare earth elements (REEs). The mineral blocks are spread across eight states, with Tamil Nadu having the most blocks (seven). Rights for these blocks vary; four blocks are auctioned for Mining Licences (ML), enabling immediate mining operations, while the remaining 16 blocks are auctioned for Composite Licences (CL), allowing geological exploration before mining. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: Italy has withdrawn from China's massive Belt and Road infrastructure initiative, more than four years after becoming the only G7 nation to sign up. Italy had joined the BRI in 2019 at a time it was desperate for investment and infrastructure building, having survived three recessions in 10 years. According to figures from the Council on Foreign Relations, Chinese FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) in Italy dropped from USD 650 million in 2019 to just USD 33 million in 2021. 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is/are correct? 1 and 2 are correct 1 and 3 are correct 2 and 3 are correct All of the above Explanation: Italy has withdrawn from China's massive Belt and Road infrastructure initiative, more than four years after becoming the only G7 nation to sign up.Italy's potential withdrawal from China's BRI stems from a combination of economic, geopolitical, and strategic factors that have led the country to reassess its participation. Reasons for Italy’s Withdrawal From BRI Italy had joined the BRI in 2019 at a time it was desperate for investment and infrastructure building, having survived three recessions in 10 years. However, the anticipated economic benefits haven't materialized as in these four years later, the agreement hasn’t done much for Italy. According to figures from the Council on Foreign Relations, Chinese FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) in Italy dropped from USD 650 million in 2019 to just USD 33 million in 2021. In terms of trade, since joining BRI, Italy’s exports to China increased from 14.5 billion euros to a mere 18.5 billion euros, while Chinese exports to Italy expanded from 33.5 billion euros to 50.9 billion euros 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: Training launch of Short-Range Ballistic Missile ‘Agni-1’ was carried out successfully from APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha. The Agni-1 is a Short-Range Ballistic Missile (SRBM) developed by India as part of its Agni series of missiles. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Training launch of Short-Range Ballistic Missile ‘Agni-1’ was carried out successfully from APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha. The launch, carried out under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command, successfully validated all operational and technical parameters. Ballistic Missile ‘Agni-1’ The Agni-1 is a Short-Range Ballistic Missile (SRBM) developed by India as part of its Agni series of missiles. It is the first missile in the Agni series and is designed to be a strategic weapon capable of carrying a nuclear payload. The Agni-1 is primarily intended for use as a deterrent against potential adversaries and is known for its quick response time. It is the first variant of the Agni series missiles under Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP). 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: A total of Rs 57 lakh crore will be spent by India in the next seven years on climate change adaptation. India has told the United Nations Climate Change Framework that India has spent more than 5.5% of its GDP, i.e. about Rs 13 lakh 35 crores, on climate adaptation during the financial year 2021-22. India has also informed that for this purpose, about Rs 57 lakh crore will be spent in the next seven years so that the situation of climate change can be prevented from becoming more adverse. 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: A total of Rs 57 lakh crore will be spent by India in the next seven years on climate change adaptation. India has told the United Nations Climate Change Framework that India has spent more than 5.5% of its GDP, i.e. about Rs 13 lakh 35 crores, on climate adaptation during the financial year 2021-22. India has also informed that for this purpose, about Rs 57 lakh crore will be spent in the next seven years so that the situation of climate change can be prevented from becoming more adverse. On December 9, it filed India's latest submission which includes the first assessment of adaptation needs. Climate-induced damage could increase this amount by another Rs 15.5 lakh crore. Climate adaptation efforts are made to reduce the effects of climate change. Its objective is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Efforts being made for this include building walls in view of rising sea levels, developing crops that are unaffected by temperature, planning to control temperature, and creating infrastructure that can combat disasters. Under the Global Climate Change Framework, every country makes an annual assessment of its green gas emissions and provides information to the United Nations. These were called National Communications (NATCOMs) under the Kyoto Protocol mechanism of 1997. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: Ministry of Culture has decided to map and document all the villages under the Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar (MGMD) programme. This National Mission on Cultural Mapping is conducted in coordination with Indira Gandhi National Center for the Arts (IGNCA) under the Ministry of Culture. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Ministry of Culture has decided to map and document all the villages under the Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar (MGMD) programme. This National Mission on Cultural Mapping is conducted in coordination with Indira Gandhi National Center for the Arts (IGNCA) under the Ministry of Culture. A web portal has also been launched on MGMD. The MGMD program seeks to compile detailed information on the life, history and ethos of Indian villages and make it available to virtual and real-time visitors. Under MGMD, information is collected under seven broad categories such as arts and crafts villages, environmentally oriented villages etc. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 14.12.2023 ALL EXAM QUIZ 15.12.2023
