[MISSION 2022] INSIGHTS CURRENT AFFAIRS ( 21 February 2022 ) REVISION THROUGH MCQS – INSIGHTSIAS

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Question 1 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements regarding Guru Ravidas
1. 1. His devotional songs were included in the Guru Granth Sahib.
  2. He taught removal of social divisions of caste and gender, and promoted unity in the pursuit of personal spiritual freedom.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- He was a poet and saint of the Bhakti movement.
- Born in Varanasi to the ‘untouchable’ leather tanners caste.
- He is believed to be a disciple of the bhakti saint-poet Ramanandaand a contemporary of the bhakti saint-poet Kabir.
- One of his famous disciples was the saint, Mirabai.
- Ravidas’ devotional songs were included in the Sikh scriptures, Guru Granth Sahib.
- The Panch Vani text of the Dadupanthi tradition within Hinduism also includes numerous poems of Ravidas.
- Ravidas taught removal of social divisions of caste and gender, and promoted unity in the pursuit of personal spiritual freedoms.
- Among Ravidas’s moral and intellectual achievements were the conception of “Begampura”, a city that knows no sorrow; and a society where caste and class have ceased to matter.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/21/guru-ravidas-5/
Incorrect

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- He was a poet and saint of the Bhakti movement.
- Born in Varanasi to the ‘untouchable’ leather tanners caste.
- He is believed to be a disciple of the bhakti saint-poet Ramanandaand a contemporary of the bhakti saint-poet Kabir.
- One of his famous disciples was the saint, Mirabai.
- Ravidas’ devotional songs were included in the Sikh scriptures, Guru Granth Sahib.
- The Panch Vani text of the Dadupanthi tradition within Hinduism also includes numerous poems of Ravidas.
- Ravidas taught removal of social divisions of caste and gender, and promoted unity in the pursuit of personal spiritual freedoms.
- Among Ravidas’s moral and intellectual achievements were the conception of “Begampura”, a city that knows no sorrow; and a society where caste and class have ceased to matter.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/21/guru-ravidas-5/
Question 2 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements about Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana:
1. 1. It was launched by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers welfare, Govt. India.
  2. To address the demand of farmers, the scheme has been made voluntary for all farmers from Kharif 2020.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)scheme was launched in India by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers welfare, New Delhi from Kharif 2016 season onwards.
- All farmers growing notified crops in a notified area during the season who have insurable interest in the crop are eligible.
- To address the demand of farmers, the scheme has been made voluntary for all farmers from Kharif 2020.
  - Earlier to Kharif 2020, the enrollment under the scheme was compulsory for following categories of farmers:
  - Farmers in the notified area who possess a Crop Loan account/KCC account (called as Loanee Farmers) to whom credit limit is sanctioned/renewed for the notified crop during the crop season. and
  - Such other farmers whom the Government may decide to include from time to time.
- Voluntary coverage :Voluntary coverage may be obtained by all farmers not covered above, including Crop KCC/Crop Loan Account holders whose credit limit is not renewed.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/21/pradhan-mantri-fasal-bima-yojana-2/
Incorrect

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)scheme was launched in India by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers welfare, New Delhi from Kharif 2016 season onwards.
- All farmers growing notified crops in a notified area during the season who have insurable interest in the crop are eligible.
- To address the demand of farmers, the scheme has been made voluntary for all farmers from Kharif 2020.
  - Earlier to Kharif 2020, the enrollment under the scheme was compulsory for following categories of farmers:
  - Farmers in the notified area who possess a Crop Loan account/KCC account (called as Loanee Farmers) to whom credit limit is sanctioned/renewed for the notified crop during the crop season. and
  - Such other farmers whom the Government may decide to include from time to time.
- Voluntary coverage :Voluntary coverage may be obtained by all farmers not covered above, including Crop KCC/Crop Loan Account holders whose credit limit is not renewed.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/21/pradhan-mantri-fasal-bima-yojana-2/
Question 3 of 10

1 points

The concept of ‘Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)’ is often heard in the context of
Question 4 of 10

1 points
The United Arab Emirates shares border with:
1. 1. Saudi Arabia
  2. Bahrain
  3. Oman
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Question 5 of 10

1 points

The Frontiers Report 2022 is released by which of the following?
Correct

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)recently released its latest annual Frontiers report.
- This is the fourth edition of the Frontiers Report,which was first published in 2016 with an alert to the growing risk of zoonotic diseases, four years before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The Report identifies and offers solutions to three environmental issues that merit attention and action from governments and the public at large.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/21/environmental-conservation-un-unep/
Incorrect

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)recently released its latest annual Frontiers report.
- This is the fourth edition of the Frontiers Report,which was first published in 2016 with an alert to the growing risk of zoonotic diseases, four years before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The Report identifies and offers solutions to three environmental issues that merit attention and action from governments and the public at large.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/21/environmental-conservation-un-unep/
Question 6 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements:
1. 1. The Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) is a national platform which invloves integration of the main IT system used for delivery of Criminal Justice.
  2. Department of Justice will be responsible for the implementation of the project in association with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 7 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements:
1. 1. The Falkland Islands are a self-governing British Overseas Territory.
  2. The islands are located in the South Pacific Ocean.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 8 of 10

1 points

Why is a plant called “Withania somnifera” often mentioned in news?
Correct

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- ‘Ashwagandha’ (Withania somnifera) is commonly known as ‘Indian winter cherry’.
  - It is a traditional Indian herb that boosts energy, reduces stress and makes the immune system stronger.
  - It is classified as an adaptogen, which means that it can help the body to manage stress.
- Ashwagandha is widely grown in dry parts of subtropical regions. Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh are major ashwagandha growing states in India.
- Being a hardy and drought-tolerant crop, ashwagandha requires a relatively dry season throughout its growing period. Areas with 60-75 cm rainfall are suitable for its cultivation.
- Temperature between 20°C to 35°C is most suitable.
- It grows well in sandy loam or light red soils having pH 7.5-8.0. Black or heavy soils having good drainage are also suitable for ashwagandha cultivation.
Refer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Withania_somnifera
Incorrect

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- ‘Ashwagandha’ (Withania somnifera) is commonly known as ‘Indian winter cherry’.
  - It is a traditional Indian herb that boosts energy, reduces stress and makes the immune system stronger.
  - It is classified as an adaptogen, which means that it can help the body to manage stress.
- Ashwagandha is widely grown in dry parts of subtropical regions. Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh are major ashwagandha growing states in India.
- Being a hardy and drought-tolerant crop, ashwagandha requires a relatively dry season throughout its growing period. Areas with 60-75 cm rainfall are suitable for its cultivation.
- Temperature between 20°C to 35°C is most suitable.
- It grows well in sandy loam or light red soils having pH 7.5-8.0. Black or heavy soils having good drainage are also suitable for ashwagandha cultivation.
Refer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Withania_somnifera
Question 9 of 10

1 points
With reference to India’s Khangchendzonga National Park, consider the following statements:
1. 1. It is a biodiversity hotspot in the Eastern Himalayas.
  2. It is the fourth largest national park in India.
  3. It is located in Sikkim, India.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- S3: Khangchendzonga National Park also Kanchenjunga Biosphere Reserve is a national park and a Biosphere reserve located in Sikkim, India.
  - It was inscribed to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list in July 2016, becoming the first “Mixed Heritage” site of India.
- S2: Namdapha National Park is the fourth largest national park in India.
- S1: Eastern Himalayas form a part of the Himalayan global biodiversity hotspot. This region is exceptionally rich in diversity and endemism. It comprises of parts of Nepal, Bhutan, Sikkim, Arunanchal Pradesh and extends up to Burma.
Refer: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1513/
Incorrect

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- S3: Khangchendzonga National Park also Kanchenjunga Biosphere Reserve is a national park and a Biosphere reserve located in Sikkim, India.
  - It was inscribed to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list in July 2016, becoming the first “Mixed Heritage” site of India.
- S2: Namdapha National Park is the fourth largest national park in India.
- S1: Eastern Himalayas form a part of the Himalayan global biodiversity hotspot. This region is exceptionally rich in diversity and endemism. It comprises of parts of Nepal, Bhutan, Sikkim, Arunanchal Pradesh and extends up to Burma.
Refer: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1513/
Question 10 of 10

1 points

Which among the following is often recognized as “Genetic Express Highway” linking two biodiversity hot spots of the country, viz., Eastern Himalaya and Western Ghats?

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