0 UPSC EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 09.10.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. In a major push to further strengthen the Make in India initiative, the Business Reforms Action Plan 2024 is set to establish a seamless business regulatory framework across the country, enhancing the ease of doing business. 2. Led by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, BRAP 2024 introduces next-generation reforms that address the needs of both businesses and citizens. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: In the cabinet meeting chaired by PM Narendra Modi, all the centrally sponsored schemes being run under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers have been divided into two comprehensive schemes. These two schemes are - Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY) and Krishonnati Yojana. With the aim of increasing the income of farmers and ensuring food security for the middle class, the central government has approved two schemes. Both these schemes are related to agriculture. The government will spend Rs 1 lakh crore on these schemes. So that farmers and the general public can be benefited. Objective of Schemes Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana The scheme aims to develop sustainable agriculture. It gives states the flexibility to reallocate funds as per their needs. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. The Secretary of Commerce of the United States and the Minister of Commerce and Industry of India participated in the United States-India Commercial Negotiation 2024 (Sixth Ministerial Meeting) in Washington, D.C. 2. The meeting reviewed the achievements made since the last session, which was held in Gujarat in March 2023. 3. Under this MoU, both countries have made continued efforts towards a robust, secure, and sustainable semiconductor supply chain 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 Secretary of Commerce of the United States and the Minister of Commerce and Industry of India participated in the United States-India Commercial Negotiation 2024 (Sixth Ministerial Meeting) in Washington, D.C. The meeting reviewed the achievements made since the last session, which was held in New Delhi in March 2023. Commercial Negotiation Meeting Key Achievements Memorandum of Understanding on Semiconductors Under this MoU, both countries have made continued efforts towards a robust, secure, and sustainable semiconductor supply chain. This includes the success of the readiness assessment initiated by the US Semiconductor Industry Association and the Indian Electronics Semiconductor Association. The assessment aims to identify near-term opportunities and promote long-term strategic development of complementary semiconductor ecosystems. Under this, investment, joint venture and technology partnership opportunities will be promoted between the companies of the two countries, as well as emphasis will be given on the development of talent and workforce. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has introduced comprehensive regulations for medical devices aimed at aligning the country's regulatory framework with globally accepted standards. 2. CDSCO was granted Affiliate Membership at the 23th Session of IMDRF held in Seattle, USA in September 2024. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has introduced comprehensive regulations for medical devices aimed at aligning the country's regulatory framework with globally accepted standards. This initiative seeks to foster a regulatory ecosystem that promotes growth and innovation in the medical device sector. IMDRF Membership of CDSCO Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) applied for membership of International Medical Device Regulatory Forum (IMDRF) in the year 2024 to enhance the competitiveness of the domestic industry and to align the regulatory system of medical devices globally. CDSCO was granted Affiliate Membership at the 26th Session of IMDRF held in Seattle, USA in September 2024. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. Ambros and Gary Ruvkun won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Medicine. 2. MicroRNA plays a key role in regulating gene activity. 3. The winners have been selected by the Nobel Assembly of Sweden’s Karolinska Institute medical university. 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: Scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun have won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for the discovery of microRNA and its role in post-transcriptional gene regulation. MicroRNA plays a key role in regulating gene activity. In our body, all cells have the same genes but cells perform different functions. The winners have been selected by the Nobel Assembly of Sweden’s Karolinska Institute medical university. They received a prize of 11 million Swedish crowns ($1.1 million). Last year, this award was presented to Hungarian-American Katalin Karikó and American Drew Weissman for their groundbreaking discoveries that enabled the development of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. B2B Framework Agreement has been signed between Nepal and India for the development of petroleum infrastructure in Nepal. 2. A 80-kilometer petroleum pipeline from Siliguri, India, to Charali, Jhapa, will be constructed in accordance with the B2B Framework Agreement. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Indian Oil Corporation Limited and Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) signed a Business to Business (B2B) Framework Agreement in New Delhi. This agreement follows the Government-to-Government Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed earlier. The MoU was signed between India’s Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas and Nepal’s Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies on May 31, 2023. The G2G MoU was exchanged in the presence of the Prime Ministers of India and Nepal. A 50-kilometer petroleum pipeline from Siliguri, India, to Charali, Jhapa, will be constructed in accordance with the B2B Framework Agreement. Likewise, at Charali, a Smart Greenfield Terminal is planned. The construction of a 62-kilometer petroleum pipeline from Amlekhgunj to Lothar in Chitwan would be funded by grant from the Indian government. Similarly, the NOC will construct a 91,900 kilolitre Smart Greenfield Terminal at Lothar with technical support from the Indian government. The entire cost of these projects is about Rs 15 billion. The implementation of these projects will facilitate the transit of petroleum products from India to land-linked Nepal. As a result, Nepal Oil Corporation will spend much less money because it will depend less on tank trucks. The infrastructure will reduce handling losses, environmental hazards, and traffic jams brought on by tank truck transportation. The infrastructure will help ensure Nepal's energy security in the event of natural disasters like landslides and floods. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 09.10.2024 ALL EXAM QUIZ 26.10.2024
