0 UPSC EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 30.07.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. Magnetofossils, fossilised magnetic particles from magnetotactic bacteria, have been discovered in rock varnish layers in Ladakh. 2. Rock varnish is a dark brown to black coating that covers stable, subaerially exposed rock surfaces in arid and semiarid regions. 3. The analysis of the rock varnish samples from Ladakh revealed higher concentrations of oxidized manganese (Mn4+) and carboxylic acid functionality, indicating organic signatures. 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: Magnetofossils, fossilised magnetic particles from magnetotactic bacteria, have been discovered in rock varnish layers in Ladakh.Rock varnish is a dark brown to black coating that covers stable, subaerially exposed rock surfaces in arid and semiarid regions. Key Highlights of the Study The analysis of the rock varnish samples from Ladakh revealed higher concentrations of oxidized manganese (Mn4+) and carboxylic acid functionality, indicating organic signatures. These findings suggest that the rock varnish in Ladakh, a potential Martian analogue site, contains enriched concentrations of magnetic minerals likely derived from biotic sources. Magnetic minerals are those that preserve a record of the Earth's magnetic field from when they formed and can be found in rocks, sediments, and soils. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. 4th BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) Security Chiefs meeting was held in the capital city of Myanmar, Nay Pyi Taw, on 27 July 2024. 2. At the meeting, India was represented by the National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval. 3. During his visit to Myanmar, Ajit Doval also met the Prime Minister of Myanmar Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, as part of the delegation of the BIMSTEC Security Chiefs. 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: 4th BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) Security Chiefs meeting was held in the capital city of Myanmar, Nay Pyi Taw, on 27 July 2024. At the meeting, India was represented by the National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval. During his visit to Myanmar, Ajit Doval also met the Prime Minister of Myanmar Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, as part of the delegation of the BIMSTEC Security Chiefs. The security chiefs of India, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand discussed issues related to traditional and non-traditional security challenges in the Bay of Bengal region. The meeting also discussed matters related to counter-terrorism, transnational crime, anti-narcotics processes, maritime and cyber security challenges, national security, and effective information sharing. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. Moidams of Assam, the Mound-Burial System of the Ahom Dynasty, have been included in the cultural category of the UNESCO World Heritage Site list. 2. It is the 33rd site in India to be included in UNESCO’s World Heritage Site list. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Moidams of Assam, the Mound-Burial System of the Ahom Dynasty, have been included in the cultural category of the UNESCO World Heritage Site list. It is the 43rd site in India to be included in UNESCO’s World Heritage Site list. The Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, gave this information on 26 July 2024. The decision to include the Moidam of Assam was taken at the 46th session of the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation(UNESCO) 's. World Heritage Committee. The UNESCO World Heritage Committee session is being held for the first time in India at New Delhi from 21-31 July 2024. 3rd site of Assam to be included in UNESCO’s Heritage List The Moidams of Assam- the Mound-Burial System of the Ahom Dynasty is the third site in Assam and North East to be included in UNESCO’s World Heritage List and the first in the cultural category. Kaziranga National Park of Assam and Manas Wildlife Sanctuary were included in the UNESCO list in 1985 under the Natural category 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. A unique model for TB-Free Municipalities, under the Project Swasthya Nagaram, was launched in Hyderabad, Telangana. 2. Commissioner Health and Family Welfare and Managing Director National Health Mission RV Karnan formally launched the project. 3. The initiative involves the State Tuberculosis Cell, Municipal Corporations of Peerzadiguda, Boduppal, and Pocharam in Medchal Malkajgiri district, Central TB Division, WHO India, USAID, and other stakeholders. 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 unique model for TB-Free Municipalities, under the Project Swasthya Nagaram, was launched in Hyderabad, Telangana. Commissioner Health and Family Welfare and Managing Director National Health Mission RV Karnan formally launched the project. The initiative involves the State Tuberculosis Cell, Municipal Corporations of Peerzadiguda, Boduppal, and Pocharam in Medchal Malkajgiri district, Central TB Division, WHO India, USAID, and other stakeholders. Multi-stakeholder engagement is a key component of the project. Objectives and Implementation The project aims to achieve TB-free municipalities by addressing social determinants that impact the TB burden through an innovative approach involving surveillance, prevention, and a complete cascade of quality TB care. The model will be implemented over three years in the urban settings of Peerzadiguda, Boduppal, and Pocharam Municipal Corporations. The goal is to reduce TB incidence by one third and decrease TB-related mortality. The project will provide free medical care to TB patients and offer counselling for their family members. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. PM Modi Launches Construction of World's Highest Tunnel in Ladakh. 2. Shinkun La Tunnel is set to provide all-weather connectivity to Leh and is being constructed on the Nimu-Padum-Darcha Road. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually initiated the first blast for the Shinkun La Tunnel project in Kargil, Ladakh. The event was held on the occasion of the 25th Kargil Vijay Diwas, where Modi also paid tribute to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the 1999 Kargil War by laying a wreath at the Kargil War Memorial in Drass. Project Details The Shinkun La Tunnel is set to provide all-weather connectivity to Leh and is being constructed on the Nimu-Padum-Darcha Road. The tunnel will be a 4.1 km long Twin-Tube tunnel, constructed at an altitude of around 15,800 feet, making it the highest tunnel in the world. The construction will include cross-passages every 500 metres and is expected to take at least two years to complete. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 30.07.2024 ALL EXAM QUIZ 31.07.2024
