2 UPSC ENGLISH QUIZ 18.03.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: Ministry of Road Transport and Highways of India announced in Parliament that the government intends to roll out a new highway toll collection system based on the global navigation satellite system before the model code of conduct for the 2024 election becomes effective. The proposed highway tolling system utilises the GNSS, including the Indian satellite navigation system GAGAN (GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation) for accurate location tracking. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Ministry of Road Transport and Highways of India announced in Parliament that the government intends to roll out a new highway toll collection system based on the global navigation satellite system before the model code of conduct for the 2024 election becomes effective. New Proposed Highway Tolling System Salient Features The proposed highway tolling system utilises the GNSS, including the Indian satellite navigation system GAGAN (GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation) for accurate location tracking. The GNSS is a term used to refer to any satellite-based navigation system, including the US’ Global Positioning System (GPS). It uses a large constellation of satellites to provide more accurate location and navigation information to users globally as compared to the GPS alone. Implementation involves fitting vehicles with an On-Board Unit (OBU), or tracking device, which communicates with satellites to determine location. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: United Nations Development Program (UNDP)'s report on Global Human Development Index 'Breaking the Gridlock: Reimagining Cooperation in a Polarized World' has been released. India ranked 144th out of 193 countries in the United Nations Human Development Index (UNHDI). (correction of one place) This index is based on data for the year 2022. 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: United Nations Development Program (UNDP)'s report on Global Human Development Index 'Breaking the Gridlock: Reimagining Cooperation in a Polarized World' has been released. India's position in this index India ranked 134th out of 193 countries in the United Nations Human Development Index (UNHDI). (correction of one place) This index is based on data for the year 2022. India was ranked 135th among 191 countries in the year 2021 India has been given a total score of 0.644 in this index. India has been placed in the medium human development category 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: Union Minister of Electronics & Information Technology inaugurated the 'NITI for States' platform, a digital initiative aimed at empowering states and union territories (UTs) in their pursuit of national development goals. The ‘Viksit Bharat Strategy Room’ at NITI Aayog was also inaugurated. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Union Minister of Electronics & Information Technology inaugurated the 'NITI for States' platform, a digital initiative aimed at empowering states and union territories (UTs) in their pursuit of national development goals.The ‘Viksit Bharat Strategy Room’ at NITI Aayog was also inaugurated. NITI for States Platform Developed by NITI Aayog, “the NITI for States” platform serves as a repository of valuable resources, aiming to integrate data across states, centralising findings to inform future decisions by state governments based on data-driven insights. The platform incorporates real-time data updation and monitoring, spanning 10 sectors and two cross-cutting themes. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: On the 94th anniversary of the Dandi March, the Prime Minister of India laid the foundation for the Sabarmati Ashram Redevelopment Project in Ahmedabad. The Sabarmati Ashram Redevelopment Project is a Rs 2,200 crore initiative to restore, conserve, and rebuild the original Sabarmati Ashram founded by Mahatma Gandhi. Founded in 1917 by Mahatma Gandhi, the Sabarmati Ashram is situated on the western bank of the Sabarmati River, near the village of Juna Vadaj in Ahmedabad. 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: On the 94th anniversary of the Dandi March, the Prime Minister of India laid the foundation for the Sabarmati Ashram Redevelopment Project in Ahmedabad.The Sabarmati Ashram Redevelopment Project is a Rs 1,200 crore initiative to restore, conserve, and rebuild the original Sabarmati Ashram founded by Mahatma Gandhi. Historical Significance of the Sabarmati Ashram Founded in 1917 by Mahatma Gandhi, the Sabarmati Ashram is situated on the western bank of the Sabarmati River, near the village of Juna Vadaj in Ahmedabad. Gandhi set up five settlements during his lifetime, two in South Africa (Phoenix Settlement in Natal, and Tolstoy Farm outside Johannesburg), and three in India. Gandhi’s first Ashram in India was established in the Kochrab area of Ahmedabad in 1915, and the others are Sabarmati Ashram (Ahmedabad), and Sevagram Ashram (in Wardha). It is currently managed by the Sabarmati Ashram Preservation and Memorial Trust (SAPMT). 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: Ministry of Tribal Affairs plans to collaborate with the Indian Space Research Organization to deploy V-SAT stations on a pilot basis for around 80 tribal villages in Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and Maharashtra. The initiative aims to provide internet services to geographically remote tribal villages, which have historically been difficult to access due to challenging terrain. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Ministry of Tribal Affairs plans to collaborate with the Indian Space Research Organization to deploy V-SAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) stations on a pilot basis for around 80 tribal villages in Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and Maharashtra. The initiative aims to provide internet services to geographically remote tribal villages, which have historically been difficult to access due to challenging terrain. It will facilitate e-governance and improve connectivity in remote areas. Apart from this, the ministry also discussed proposals for partnership with institutions like AIIMS Delhi, IIT Delhi, IIM Calcutta and IISc Bangalore. The partnership with AIIMS Delhi includes conducting advanced research on tribal health issues, especially sickle cell anemia. Additionally, there are also plans to set up a training facility with the Indian Institute of Science in Bengaluru to provide courses on semiconductors to tribal students. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 18.03.2024 ALL EXAM QUIZ 19.03.2024
