[MISSION 2022] INSIGHTS CURRENT AFFAIRS ( 23 October 2021) REVISION THROUGH MCQS – INSIGHTSIAS

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Question 1 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements about Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI):
1. 1. It is India’s premier investigating agency and counter-terrorist task force.
  2. It is functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
  3. It is governed by the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act that makes consent of a state government mandatory for conducting investigation in that state.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- S1: The National Investigation Agency is India’s counter-terrorist task force.
  - CBI is the premier investigating agency of India.
- S2: Operating under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India.
- S3: The CBI is governed by the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act that makes consent of a state government mandatory for conducting investigation in that state.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/23/general-consent-to-cbi/
Incorrect

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- S1: The National Investigation Agency is India’s counter-terrorist task force.
  - CBI is the premier investigating agency of India.
- S2: Operating under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India.
- S3: The CBI is governed by the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act that makes consent of a state government mandatory for conducting investigation in that state.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/23/general-consent-to-cbi/
Question 2 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements:
1. 1. The Uighurs are a predominantly Muslim minority Turkic ethnic group, whose origins can be traced to Central and East Asia.
  2. Currently, the largest population of the Uighur ethnic community lives in the Tigray Region of Ethiopia.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- The Uighurs are a predominantly Muslim minority Turkic ethnic group, whose origins can be traced to Central and East Asia.
- The Uighurs speak their own language, similar to Turkish, and see themselves as culturally and ethnically close to Central Asian nations.
- China recognises the community only as a regional minority and rejects that they are an indigenous group.
- Currently, the largest population of the Uighur ethnic community lives in the Xinjiang region of China.
- A significant population of Uighurs also lives in the neighbouring Central Asian countries such as Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/23/uighurs/
Incorrect

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- The Uighurs are a predominantly Muslim minority Turkic ethnic group, whose origins can be traced to Central and East Asia.
- The Uighurs speak their own language, similar to Turkish, and see themselves as culturally and ethnically close to Central Asian nations.
- China recognises the community only as a regional minority and rejects that they are an indigenous group.
- Currently, the largest population of the Uighur ethnic community lives in the Xinjiang region of China.
- A significant population of Uighurs also lives in the neighbouring Central Asian countries such as Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/23/uighurs/
Question 3 of 10

1 points

The terms ‘Blacklist and Grey list’, sometimes mentioned in the news recently are related to:
Correct

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- Black List: Countries known as Non-Cooperative Countries or Territories (NCCTs) are put in the blacklist. These countries support terror funding and money laundering activities. The FATF revises the blacklist regularly, adding or deleting entries.
- Grey List: Countries that are considered safe haven for supporting terror funding and money laundering are put in the FATF grey list. This inclusion serves as a warning to the country that it may enter the blacklist.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/23/turkey-on-fatf-grey-list/
Incorrect

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- Black List: Countries known as Non-Cooperative Countries or Territories (NCCTs) are put in the blacklist. These countries support terror funding and money laundering activities. The FATF revises the blacklist regularly, adding or deleting entries.
- Grey List: Countries that are considered safe haven for supporting terror funding and money laundering are put in the FATF grey list. This inclusion serves as a warning to the country that it may enter the blacklist.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/23/turkey-on-fatf-grey-list/
Question 4 of 10

1 points
Turkey shares border with:
1. 1. Serbia
  2. Georgia
  3. Syria
  4. Iraq
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Question 5 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements about Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC):
1. 1. It is a not-for-profit international arbitration organisation based in Singapore.
  2. It administers arbitrations under its own rules of arbitration and the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) Arbitration Rules.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 6 of 10

1 points

The term ‘Intended Nationally Determined Contributions’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of
Correct

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) or Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDC) are non-binding national plans highlighting climate actions, including climate related targets for greenhouse gas emission reductions, policies and measures governments aim to implement in response to climate change and as a contribution to achieve the global targets set out in the Paris Agreement.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/23/net-zero-feasibility-for-india/
Incorrect

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) or Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDC) are non-binding national plans highlighting climate actions, including climate related targets for greenhouse gas emission reductions, policies and measures governments aim to implement in response to climate change and as a contribution to achieve the global targets set out in the Paris Agreement.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/23/net-zero-feasibility-for-india/
Question 7 of 10

1 points
With reference to International Securities Identification Number (ISIN), consider the following statements:
1. 1. It is a 16-digit alphanumeric code that uniquely identifies a specific security.
  2. The numbers are allocated by a country’s respective national numbering agency (NNA).
  3. The ISIN code is the only common securities identification number that is universally recognized.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- An ISIN is a 12-digit alphanumeric code that uniquely identifies a specific security.
- The numbers are allocated by a country’s respective national numbering agency (NNA).
- ISINs are used for numerous reasons including clearing and settlement. The numbers ensure a consistent format so that holdings of institutional investors can be tracked consistently across markets worldwide.
- The ISIN code is the only common securities identification number that is universally recognized.
Refer: Facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/23/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-23-october-2021-3/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)

Explanation:

An ISIN is a 12-digit alphanumeric code that uniquely identifies a specific security.

The numbers are allocated by a country’s respective national numbering agency (NNA).

ISINs are used for numerous reasons including clearing and settlement. The numbers ensure a consistent format so that holdings of institutional investors can be tracked consistently across markets worldwide.

The ISIN code is the only common securities identification number that is universally recognized.

Refer: Facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/23/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-23-october-2021-3/
Question 8 of 10

1 points
Arrange the following locations in the direction of West to East:
1. 1. Havana
  2. Kingston
  3. Puerto Rico
  4. Haiti
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Question 9 of 10

1 points

In India, if a species of tortoise is declared protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, what does it imply?
Correct

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- Schedule I animals under the Wildlife Act enjoy the highest protection in India. Since tiger is also covered in Schedule I, option A is correct.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2017
Incorrect
Ans: (a)

Explanation:

Schedule I animals under the Wildlife Act enjoy the highest protection in India. Since tiger is also covered in Schedule I, option A is correct.

Refer: UPSC CSE 2017
Question 10 of 10

1 points

If a particular plant species is placed under Schedule VI of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, what is the implication?
Correct

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- These are Endemic plants where Cultivation of specified plants without licence is prohibited.
- From the Wildlife protection Act: (1) No person shall cultivate a specified plant except under and in accordance with a licence granted by the Chief Wild Life Warden or any other officer authorised by the State Government in this behalf: Provided that nothing in this section shall prevent a person, who immediately before the commencement of the Wild Life (Protection) (Amendment) Act, 1991 (44 of 1991), was cultivating a specified plant from carrying on such cultivation for a period of six months from such commencement or where he has made an application within that period for the grant of a licence to him, until the licence is granted to him or he is informed in writing that a licence cannot be granted to him.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2020
Incorrect

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- These are Endemic plants where Cultivation of specified plants without licence is prohibited.
- From the Wildlife protection Act: (1) No person shall cultivate a specified plant except under and in accordance with a licence granted by the Chief Wild Life Warden or any other officer authorised by the State Government in this behalf: Provided that nothing in this section shall prevent a person, who immediately before the commencement of the Wild Life (Protection) (Amendment) Act, 1991 (44 of 1991), was cultivating a specified plant from carrying on such cultivation for a period of six months from such commencement or where he has made an application within that period for the grant of a licence to him, until the licence is granted to him or he is informed in writing that a licence cannot be granted to him.
Refer: UPSC CSE 2020

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