0 UPSC EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 07.11.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. India and Algeria today signed a MoU on bilateral defence cooperation. This will boost defence partnership and strategic interests between the two countries. 2. The agreement was signed by Chief of Defence Staff- General Anil Chauhan and Chief of Staff of the People's National Army Saeed Chanegraha in the presence of Army and officials. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: India and Algeria today signed a MoU on bilateral defence cooperation. This will boost defence partnership and strategic interests between the two countries. The agreement was signed by Chief of Defence Staff- General Anil Chauhan and Chief of Staff of the People's National Army Saeed Chanegraha in the presence of Army and officials. Recent Development in the India-Algeria Relation Significant Visit: The recent visit coincided with Algeria’s 70th anniversary of its revolution on 1st November, marked by military parades and ceremonies, highlighting Algeria’s historical and political heritage. Strategic Cooperation: India re-established its defence wing in Algeria and encouraged Algeria’s reciprocal establishment in India.Emphasizing India’s role as a “Vishwa Bandhu,” or global partner, CDS highlighted India’s readiness to share defence experiences and expertise. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. Indian economy and farm sector have grown at an average annual rate of 4.6% and 4.2% respectively from 2019-20 to 2023-24 but it has not led to an increase in rural wages. 2. From April 2019 to August 2024, rural wages grew at an average annual rate of 1.2% nominally (actual amount without adjusting for inflation). 3. For agricultural wages specifically, nominal growth was slightly higher at 5.8%, reflecting stronger demand or labour dynamics in agriculture. 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: Indian economy and farm sector have grown at an average annual rate of 4.6% and 4.2% respectively from 2019-20 to 2023-24 but it has not led to an increase in rural wages. This highlights the paradox of rural wages, where, despite Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth, wages for workers in both agricultural and non-agricultural sectors have either stagnated or declined. Current State of Rural Wages Nominal Wages: From April 2019 to August 2024, rural wages grew at an average annual rate of 5.2% nominally (actual amount without adjusting for inflation). For agricultural wages specifically, nominal growth was slightly higher at 5.8%, reflecting stronger demand or labour dynamics in agriculture. Real Wages: From April 2019 to August 2024, real wage growth (wage adjusted for inflation) for rural workers overall was negative at -0.4%, while agricultural wages posted a modest 0.2% increase.This indicates that while wages rose in absolute terms, inflation outpaced these gains, eroding real purchasing power for rural workers. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. India, represented by the Enforcement Directorate, has been included in the Steering Committee of the 'Asset Recovery Interagency Network Asia Pacific'. 2. ARIN-AP is a multi-agency network to exchange information on individuals, companies, and assets in the Asia-Pacific region with the intention of facilitating the pursuit and recovery of proceeds of unlawful activities. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: India, represented by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED), has been included in the Steering Committee of the ‘Asset Recovery Interagency Network Asia Pacific’ (ARIN-AP), giving it a role in decision-making and administrative responsibilities within the organisation. Key Facts About ARIN-AP About: ARIN-AP is a multi-agency network to exchange information on individuals, companies, and assets in the Asia-Pacific region with the intention of facilitating the pursuit and recovery of proceeds of unlawful activities. It is a member of the Global Camden Asset Recovery Inter-agency Network (CARIN). Objectives: Focus on the proceeds of all crimes, within the framework of international obligations. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcano erupted on the Indonesian island of Flores. 2. The eruption comes after a period of intense volcanic activity in Indonesia, with another recent eruption at Mount Merapi in West Sumatra. 3. Indonesia has around 120 active volcanoes and Mount Lewotobi is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, a region known for frequent seismic and volcanic activity. 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: Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcano erupted on the Indonesian island of Flores. The eruption comes after a period of intense volcanic activity in Indonesia, with another recent eruption at Mount Merapi in West Sumatra. Indonesia has around 120 active volcanoes and Mount Lewotobi is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, a region known for frequent seismic and volcanic activity. The Pacific Ring of Fire is a region in the Pacific Ocean with active volcanoes and frequent earthquakes. This activity is largely the result of tectonic plates, where the giant Pacific Plate interacts with surrounding low-density plates such as the Nazca Plate, the Juan de Fuca Plate. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. It has been 107 years since the Balfour Declaration, which was issued on November 2, 1927. 2. The Balfour Declaration (named after British Foreign Secretary Arthur James Balfour) was a public document issued by the British government during World War I. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: It has been 107 years since the Balfour Declaration, which was issued on November 2, 1917. The Balfour Declaration (named after British Foreign Secretary Arthur James Balfour) was a public document issued by the British government during World War I. It supported the establishment of a "homeland for the Jewish people" in Palestine, which was then an Ottoman territory with a small Jewish minority. The declaration was issued to ensure the safety of Jews amid growing persecution in Europe. This was in contrast to Britain's earlier promise in the McMahon-Hussein Correspondence (1915-1916), in which it promised to support an independent Arab state in exchange for Arab assistance against the Ottoman Empire. Britain sought Jewish support for the Allies to influence Jewish communities in the US and Russia, and also saw control of Palestine as vital to safeguard British interests in the Suez Canal and India. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 07.11.2024 ALL EXAM QUIZ 08.11.2024
