0 UPSC ENGLISH QUIZ 16.12.2023 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has signed a Memorandum of Common Purpose (MoCP) with the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative (MRCTI). MRCTI represents 224 cities/towns situated along the banks of the Mississippi River, in the United States. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has signed a Memorandum of Common Purpose (MoCP) with the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative (MRCTI). MRCTI represents 124 cities/towns situated along the banks of the Mississippi River, in the United States. The NMCG has signed the MoCP on behalf of the River Cities Alliance (RCA). The signing ceremony took place as part of the COP28, in Dubai. Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative The MRCTI was created in 2012 to provide an influential voice for the Mississippi River, dramatically increasing demand for effective river protection, restoration, and management in Washington, DC. It addresses matters of mutual concern, including river water quality and habitat restoration, flooding and floodplain issues, river-focused recreation, sustainable economies, and celebration of the River culture and history. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: India stands on the brink of eliminating visceral leishmaniasis, commonly known as kala azar. Bangladesh, India's neighbour, was the first country validated by the WHO for eliminating kala azar as a public health problem. Visceral leishmaniasis commonly known as kala-azar, is a slow-progressing indigenous disease caused by a protozoan parasite of genus Leishmania. 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 stands on the brink of eliminating visceral leishmaniasis, commonly known as kala azar. With a marked decline in reported cases and deaths, the nation has come close to meeting the elimination target set by the World Health Organization (WHO). Bangladesh, India's neighbour, was the first country validated by the WHO for eliminating kala azar as a public health problem. Kala-Azar Visceral leishmaniasis commonly known as kala-azar, is a slow-progressing indigenous disease caused by a protozoan parasite of genus Leishmania. It is also known as Black Fever or Dumdum Fever. In India Leishmania donovani is the only parasite causing this disease. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: Ministry of Jal Shakti has shed light on the progress of the Jal Jeevan Mission and the Arsenic and Metal Removal by Indian Technology. Arsenic is a natural component of the earth’s crust and is widely distributed throughout the environment in the air, water and land. It is highly toxic in its inorganic form. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Ministry of Jal Shakti has shed light on the progress of the Jal Jeevan Mission and the Arsenic and Metal Removal by Indian Technology (AMRIT). Arsenic is a natural component of the earth’s crust and is widely distributed throughout the environment in the air, water and land. It is highly toxic in its inorganic form. Long-term exposure to arsenic from drinking water and food can cause cancer and skin lesions. Chronic poisoning of arsenic can cause Blackfoot disease (BFD), which affects the blood vessels in the lower limbs. AMRIT Technology The technology was developed by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) - Madras. It is designed for the removal of arsenic and metal ions from water, addressing water quality issues. The technology utilizes nano-scale iron oxy-hydroxide, which selectively removes arsenic when water passes through it. AMRIT is applicable for both domestic and community-level water purification. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in its South-East Asia Opium Survey, 2023 revealed that Myanmar became the world's top country in opium production. Myanmar (part of the Golden Triangle) overtook Pakistan to become the world's top opium producer. Became an opium producing country. Opium production was banned in Afghanistan after the Taliban came to power. Due to Taliban ban, opium cultivation has declined by 95 percent. 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 United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in its South-East Asia Opium Survey, 2023 revealed that Myanmar became the world's top country in opium production. Myanmar (part of the Golden Triangle) overtook Afghanistan to become the world's top opium producer. Became an opium producing country. Opium production was banned in Afghanistan after the Taliban came to power. Due to Taliban ban, opium cultivation has declined by 95 percent. opium Its scientific name is Lachryma papaveris. It is made by drying the latex of the plant Papaver somniferum. Consuming it causes intoxication. It contains up to 12 percent morphine. By processing it, a drug called heroin is prepared. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements regarding the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Bill, 2023. Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Bill, 2023 has been passed by the Rajya Sabha. This bill replaces the Election Commission (Conditions of Service of Election Commissioners and Transaction of Business) Act, 1981. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Bill, 2023 has been passed by the Rajya Sabha. This bill replaces the Election Commission (Conditions of Service of Election Commissioners and Transaction of Business) Act, 1991. The bill makes provision for the appointment, salary and removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (ECs). As per the provisions of the Bill, the President will appoint the CEC and ECs upon the recommendation of a Selection Committee. The Selection Committee will include the Prime Minister, a Union Cabinet Minister, and the Leader of the Opposition or leader of the largest opposition party in Lok Sabha. Law and Justice Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said that the earlier bill brought in August this year had no such provision. In the bill, a clause has been added regarding the protection of CEC and ECs. If the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioner give orders during duty, the court cannot take action against them. During the discussion on the bill, the opposition walked out from Rajya Sabha. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 16.12.2023 ALL EXAM QUIZ 28.12.2023
