0 UPSC EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 27.12.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. Google DeepMind has launched its cutting-edge GenCast AI model, designed to provide more accurate and longer-term forecasts than current weather forecasting techniques. 2. GenCast is an advanced weather forecasting system, based on machine learning and trained on historical data from 1979-2015. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Google DeepMind has launched its cutting-edge GenCast AI model, designed to provide more accurate and longer-term forecasts than current weather forecasting techniques. GenCast GenCast is an advanced weather forecasting system, based on machine learning and trained on historical data from 1979-2018. Methodology: Uses diffusion models, which are based on techniques similar to AI image generation. Ensemble Forecasting Starts with random noise. Refines it through neural networks. Combines multiple forecasts to give a best estimate and estimate uncertainty. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. NITI Aayog releases report “S.A.F.E. Housing: Labour Housing Facility for Manufacturing Growth”. It highlights the critical role of safe, affordable, flexible and efficient housing for industrial workers. 2. The report analyses the critical role of safe, affordable, flexible and efficient (S.A.F.E.) housing for industrial workers, which can help boost India’s manufacturing sector. 3. It includes identification of key challenges, practical solutions and interventions required to enhance such housing facilities across the country. 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: NITI Aayog releases report “S.A.F.E. Housing: Labour Housing Facility for Manufacturing Growth”. It highlights the critical role of safe, affordable, flexible and efficient housing for industrial workers. NITI Aayog Report Objective of the Report: The report analyses the critical role of safe, affordable, flexible and efficient (S.A.F.E.) housing for industrial workers, which can help boost India’s manufacturing sector. It includes identification of key challenges, practical solutions and interventions required to enhance such housing facilities across the country. Background In the Union Budget 2024-25, the Finance Minister emphasised the need for rental housing for industrial workers. The initiative will be implemented under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model with viability gap funding (VGF). 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. Former Supreme Court Judge Justice (Retd) V. Ramasubramanian has been appointed as Chairperson of National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) by President of India. 2. NHRC of India is an autonomous statutory body established to promote and protect human rights. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Former Supreme Court Judge Justice (Retd) V. Ramasubramanian has been appointed as Chairperson of National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) by President of India.The post was vacant after the completion of the term of Justice (Retd) Arun Kumar Mishra on 1 June 2024. National Human Rights Commission NHRC of India is an autonomous statutory body established to promote and protect human rights. It was constituted on 12 October 1993 under the Protection of Human Rights Act (PHRA), 1993, which was later amended in the year 2006 and the year 2019. The Commission was established in line with the Paris Principles, which are international standards adopted for the promotion and protection of human rights. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. Uttarakhand has launched the first wine production centre in Kotdwar under its new excise policy to promote wine tourism. 2. Wine tourism includes visits to wine units, information on the history and production of wine, and tasting experiences. 3. Guest houses are being developed near wine units to promote tourism and showcase the natural beauty of the region. 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: Uttarakhand has launched the first wine production centre in Kotdwar under its new excise policy to promote wine tourism. Wine tourism includes visits to wine units, information on the history and production of wine, and tasting experiences. Guest houses are being developed near wine units to promote tourism and showcase the natural beauty of the region. Uttarakhand's abundant fruits like malta, apples, rhododendron flowers, pears and galgal will be used for wine production. A private wine unit is operating in Kotdwar and there are plans to set up new units in Bageshwar and Champawat. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. Union Home Minister Amit Shah recently addressed the ‘37th Intelligence Bureau Centenary Endowment Lecture’ in New Delhi. 2. Shah emphasized the importance of a robust intelligence system in safeguarding national sovereignty and supporting economic growth. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Union Home Minister Amit Shah recently addressed the ‘37th Intelligence Bureau Centenary Endowment Lecture’ in New Delhi. Shah emphasized the importance of a robust intelligence system in safeguarding national sovereignty and supporting economic growth. Shah brought into light the successful management of national threats over the past five years. He noted substantial reductions in violence in conflict-prone areas such as the Northeast and Kashmir. The government’s strict policies have effectively tackled Left-Wing Extremism, leading to a safer environment. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 27.12.2024 ALL EXAM QUIZ 28.12.2024
