0 UPSC EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 06.08.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. Great Nicobar ‘Holistic Development’ Project, spearheaded by the NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) has stirred considerable debate. 2. Initially flagged for potentially falling within a no-go zone, the project has now been deemed permissible by a high-powered committee appointed by the National. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Great Nicobar ‘Holistic Development’ Project, spearheaded by the NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) has stirred considerable debate. Initially flagged for potentially falling within a no-go zone, the project has now been deemed permissible by a high-powered committee appointed by the National. Great Nicobar ‘Holistic Development’ Project Project Overview: Launched in 2021, the Great Nicobar Island (GNI) project is a mega infrastructure initiative aimed at transforming the southern end of the Andaman and Nicobar islands. Components Trans-shipment Port: An International Container Trans-shipment Terminal (ICTT) expected to bolster regional and global maritime economy. Greenfield International Airport: Facilitating global connectivity. Township Development: New urban development that may include a Special Economic Zone. Power Plant: A 450 MVA gas and solar-based power plant. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has introduced the "Indian Aircraft Bill 2024" in the Lok Sabha. 2. The Indian Aircraft Bill 2024 was introduced in the Lok Sabha to reform aviation rules in India and replace the British-era Aircraft Act, 1924. 3. However, the opposition objected to its Hindi name on the basis of Article 348 (1) (b), Article 120 and Article 340 of the Constitution. 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: Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has introduced the "Indian Aircraft Bill 2024" in the Lok Sabha Indian Aircraft Bill 2024 The Indian Aircraft Bill 2024 was introduced in the Lok Sabha to reform aviation rules in India and replace the British-era Aircraft Act, 1934. However, the opposition objected to its Hindi name on the basis of Article 348 (1) (b), Article 120 and Article 340 of the Constitution. Objective The purpose of this bill is to provide necessary powers to the Central Government to increase safety, surveillance in the aviation sector, meet developmental needs and implement the provisions of international agreements. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. National Skill Development Corporation launched Women Entrepreneurship Program. 2. Its aim is to empower women entrepreneurs and promote economic growth. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: National Skill Development Corporation launched Women Entrepreneurship Program. Its aim is to empower women entrepreneurs and promote economic growth. This program has been launched in partnership with Britannia Industries Limited. This program is designed to address the specific challenges that women face while starting and growing a business. Under this, financial grants will also be provided and the products and services of women entrepreneurs will be displayed on the Skill India Digital Hub. This initiative aims to tackle the challenges faced in entrepreneurship by providing critical skills, knowledge and networking opportunities to women. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. Union Home Minister launched the e-Sakshya, Nyaya Setu, Nyaya Shruti and e-Summon App in Chandigarh. 2. Under e-Sakshya, all videography, photography and testimonies will be saved on the e-evidence server. 3. Under the e-summon, all evidence will be sent electronically from the court to the police station and also to the person to whom the summons is to be sent. 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: Union Home Minister launched the e-Sakshya, Nyaya Setu, Nyaya Shruti and e-Summon apps for the three new criminal laws in Chandigarh. He said Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nyaya Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) have an ethos of justice. Under e-Sakshya, all videography, photography and testimonies will be saved on the e-evidence server. Under the e-summon, all evidence will be sent electronically from the court to the police station and also to the person to whom the summons is to be sent. Police, medical, forensic, prosecution, and prisons will be interlinked on the Nyaay Setu Dashboard. The court will be able to hear witnesses through video conferencing through the Nyaay Shruti. Chandigarh is likely to be the first place to have 100% implementation of the new criminal laws. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. Novak Djokovic won his first Olympic gold medal in Olympics. 2. Novak Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (3), 7-6 (2) in men's tennis singles final. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Novak Djokovic won his first Olympic gold medal in Olympics. Novak Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (3), 7-6 (2) in men's tennis singles final. He already has a record of 24 Grand Slam titles. Novak Djokovic also became the oldest person to win a medal at the Olympics. Andre Agassi, Rafael Nadal, Steffi Graf and Serena Williams are the only players to win all four Grand Slam tournaments and Olympic singles gold. Lorenzo Musetti defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime to win the bronze medal. He became the first person to win medal in tennis in last 100 years. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 06.08.2024 UPSC EXAM QUIZ 06.08.2024
