[MISSION 2022] INSIGHTS CURRENT AFFAIRS ( 10 March 2022 ) REVISION THROUGH MCQS – INSIGHTSIAS

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Question 1 of 10

1 points
Arrange the following in the direction of North to South:
1. 1. Karakoram Range
  2. Ladakh Range
  3. Zanskar Range
  4. Pir Panjal
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Question 2 of 10

1 points
Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved the setting up National Land Monetization Corporation (NLMC), in this context, consider the following statements about the NLMC:
1. 1. It will be a wholly owned Government of India company with an initial authorized share capital of Rs 50000 crore.
  2. It will undertake monetization of surplus land and building assets of ‘Central Public Sector Enterprises’ (CPSEs).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- The Union Cabinet has approved the setting up National Land Monetization Corporation (NLMC).
- The NLMC will be a wholly owned Government of India company with an initial authorized share capital of Rs 5000 crore and paid-up share capital of Rs 150 crore.
- NLMC will undertake monetization of surplus land and building assets of ‘Central Public Sector Enterprises’ (CPSEs) and other Government agencies.
- The proposal is in pursuance of the Budget Announcement for 2021-22.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/03/10/national-land-monetization-corporation/
Incorrect

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- The Union Cabinet has approved the setting up National Land Monetization Corporation (NLMC).
- The NLMC will be a wholly owned Government of India company with an initial authorized share capital of Rs 5000 crore and paid-up share capital of Rs 150 crore.
- NLMC will undertake monetization of surplus land and building assets of ‘Central Public Sector Enterprises’ (CPSEs) and other Government agencies.
- The proposal is in pursuance of the Budget Announcement for 2021-22.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/03/10/national-land-monetization-corporation/
Question 3 of 10

1 points
Which of the following mineral/s has/have been mentioned in the Second Schedule of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957?
1. 1. Glauconite
  2. Potash
  3. Emerald
  4. Platinum Group of Metals (PGM)
  5. Andalusite
  6. Sillimanite
  7. Molybdenum
Select the correct answer using the code below:
- (a) 2, 3, 4, 5 and 7 only
- (b) 2, 4 and 7 only
- (c) 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 and 7 only
- (d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7
Question 4 of 10

1 points
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2021?
1. 1. The Act empowers the central government to reserve any mine to be leased through an auction for a particular end-use.
  2. The Act provides for a non-exclusive reconnaissance permit (for minerals other than coal, lignite, and atomic minerals).
  3. The Act provides that captive mines (other than atomic minerals) may sell up to 50% of their annual mineral production in the open market after meeting their own needs.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Correct

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- First two provisions (S1 and S2) were amended through the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2021.
- S3 is correct, The Act empowers the central government to specify a time period for completion of the auction process in consultation with the state government. If the state government is unable to complete the auction process within this period, the auctions may be conducted by the central government.
- Know more about MMDR Amendment Bill, 2021, here.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/03/10/amendment-to-mines-and-minerals-development-and-regulation-act/
Incorrect

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- First two provisions (S1 and S2) were amended through the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2021.
- S3 is correct, The Act empowers the central government to specify a time period for completion of the auction process in consultation with the state government. If the state government is unable to complete the auction process within this period, the auctions may be conducted by the central government.
- Know more about MMDR Amendment Bill, 2021, here.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/03/10/amendment-to-mines-and-minerals-development-and-regulation-act/
Question 5 of 10

1 points
Recently, the Reserve Bank of India has launched a new Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payments solution for feature phone users dubbed as ‘UPI123Pay’. With reference to this, consider the following statements:
1. 1. UPI ‘123PAY’ is a three-step method to initiate and execute services for users which will work on simple phones.
  2. It will allow customers to use feature phones for almost all transactions including scan and pay.
  3. It doesn’t need an internet connection for transactions.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- The Reserve Bank of India has launched a new Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payments solution for feature phone usersdubbed ‘UPI123Pay’.
- What is UPI123Pay?
  - UPI ‘123PAY’ is a three-step methodto initiate and execute services for users which will work on simple phones.
  - It will allow customers to use feature phones for almost all transactions except scan and pay.
  - It doesn’t need an internet connection for transactions. Customers have to link their bank account with feature phones to use this facility.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/03/10/upi123pay/
Incorrect

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- The Reserve Bank of India has launched a new Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payments solution for feature phone usersdubbed ‘UPI123Pay’.
- What is UPI123Pay?
  - UPI ‘123PAY’ is a three-step methodto initiate and execute services for users which will work on simple phones.
  - It will allow customers to use feature phones for almost all transactions except scan and pay.
  - It doesn’t need an internet connection for transactions. Customers have to link their bank account with feature phones to use this facility.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/03/10/upi123pay/
Question 6 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements regarding the Unified Payments Interface (UPI):
1. 1. The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) offers architecture and a set of standard Application Programming Interface (API) specifications to facilitate online payments.
  2. It uses single click two factor authentication enabled using Device Fingerprint as the first factor & PIN/Biometrics as second factor of authentication.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) offers architecture and a set of standard Application Programming Interface (API) specifications to facilitate online payments. It aims to simplify and provide a single interface across all NPCI systems besides creating interoperability and superior customer experience.
- The key aspects of the Unified Payments Interface are: a) The Unified Payments Interface permits payments via mobile app, web etc. b) The payments can be both sender (payer) and receiver (payee) initiated. c) The payments are carried out in a secure manner aligned with the extant RBI guidelines. d) The payments can be done using Aadhaar Number, Virtual Address, Account Number& Indian Financial System code (IFSC), Mobile Number & MMID (Mobile Money Identifier). e) The payment uses 1-click 2-factor authentication, Biometric Authentication and use of payer’s smartphone for secure credential capture etc. are other unique features.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/03/10/upi123pay/
Incorrect

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) offers architecture and a set of standard Application Programming Interface (API) specifications to facilitate online payments. It aims to simplify and provide a single interface across all NPCI systems besides creating interoperability and superior customer experience.
- The key aspects of the Unified Payments Interface are: a) The Unified Payments Interface permits payments via mobile app, web etc. b) The payments can be both sender (payer) and receiver (payee) initiated. c) The payments are carried out in a secure manner aligned with the extant RBI guidelines. d) The payments can be done using Aadhaar Number, Virtual Address, Account Number& Indian Financial System code (IFSC), Mobile Number & MMID (Mobile Money Identifier). e) The payment uses 1-click 2-factor authentication, Biometric Authentication and use of payer’s smartphone for secure credential capture etc. are other unique features.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/03/10/upi123pay/
Question 7 of 10

1 points
With reference to Nari Shakti Puraskar, consider the following statements:
1. 1. The awards were instituted in 1999 under the title of Stree Shakti Puraskar and were renamed and reorganised in 2015.
  2. ‘Nari Shakti Puraskar’ is an initiative of the Ministry of Science and Technology.
  3. The awards are presented by the President of India on International Women’s Day (8 March).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- S2: ‘Nari Shakti Puraskar’ is an initiative of the Ministry of Women and Child Development to acknowledge the exceptional contribution made by individuals and institutions, to celebrate women as game changers and catalyst of positive change in the society.
- S1: The awards were instituted in 1999 under the title of Stree Shakti Puraskar and were renamed and reorganised in 2015.
- S3: The awards are given away by the President of India every year on 8 March, International Women’s Day.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/03/10/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-10-march-2022/
Incorrect

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- S2: ‘Nari Shakti Puraskar’ is an initiative of the Ministry of Women and Child Development to acknowledge the exceptional contribution made by individuals and institutions, to celebrate women as game changers and catalyst of positive change in the society.
- S1: The awards were instituted in 1999 under the title of Stree Shakti Puraskar and were renamed and reorganised in 2015.
- S3: The awards are given away by the President of India every year on 8 March, International Women’s Day.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/03/10/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-10-march-2022/
Question 8 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements:
1. 1. Qandahar was a bone of contention between the Safavids and the Mughals.
  2. In 1613 Jahangir sent a diplomatic envoy to the court of Shah Abbas to plead the Mughal case for retaining Qandahar.
  3. Alamgir Nama, a history of the first ten years of Aurangzeb’s reign compiled by Muhammad Waris.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- S1: Qandahar was a bone of contention between the Safavids and the Mughals. The fortress-town had initially been in the possession of Humayun, reconquered in 1595 by Akbar.
- S2: While the Safavid court retained diplomatic relations with the Mughals, it continued to stake claims to Qandahar. In 1613 Jahangir sent a diplomatic envoy to the court of Shah Abbas to plead the Mughal case for retaining Qandahar, but the mission failed. In the winter of 1622 a Persian army besieged Qandahar. The ill-prepared Mughal garrison was defeated and had to surrender the fortress and the city to the Safavids.
Refer: https://insightsonindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/theme-in-indian-history-ii.pdf
Incorrect

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- S1: Qandahar was a bone of contention between the Safavids and the Mughals. The fortress-town had initially been in the possession of Humayun, reconquered in 1595 by Akbar.
- S2: While the Safavid court retained diplomatic relations with the Mughals, it continued to stake claims to Qandahar. In 1613 Jahangir sent a diplomatic envoy to the court of Shah Abbas to plead the Mughal case for retaining Qandahar, but the mission failed. In the winter of 1622 a Persian army besieged Qandahar. The ill-prepared Mughal garrison was defeated and had to surrender the fortress and the city to the Safavids.
Refer: https://insightsonindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/theme-in-indian-history-ii.pdf
Question 9 of 10

1 points
With reference to Srimanta Shankaradeva, Consider the following statements:
1. 1. He emphasised the need for naam kirtan.
  2. His teachings ware based on Bhagavad Gita.
  3. He is widely credited for developing new forms of music.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 10 of 10

1 points
Which of the following statement/s is/are correct about the Diatoms?
1. 1. Diatoms are single-celled algae
  2. Diatoms have light-absorbing molecules
  3. Diatomite is a crucial component of dynamite.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- S3: Diatomaceous earth, or diatomite, is composed by the silica cell walls of diatoms. There are many deposits of diatomite in North America, both marine and freshwater. Diatomites are commercially mined for many uses.
  - Diatomite is a crucial component of dynamit Alfred Nobel, who patented dynamite in 1867, discovered that nitroglycerin was more stable if it was mixed in diatomite. The mixture allowed for safer handling and transport than nitroglycerin in its raw form.
- S2: Diatoms have light-absorbing molecules (chlorophylls a and c) that collect energy from the sun and turn it into chemical energy through photosynthesis.
- S1: Diatoms are single-celled algae that live in houses made of glass. They are the only organism on the planet with cell walls composed of transparent, opaline silica. Diatom cell walls are ornamented by intricate and striking patterns of silica.
Refer: https://www.britannica.com/science/diatom
Incorrect

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- S3: Diatomaceous earth, or diatomite, is composed by the silica cell walls of diatoms. There are many deposits of diatomite in North America, both marine and freshwater. Diatomites are commercially mined for many uses.
  - Diatomite is a crucial component of dynamit Alfred Nobel, who patented dynamite in 1867, discovered that nitroglycerin was more stable if it was mixed in diatomite. The mixture allowed for safer handling and transport than nitroglycerin in its raw form.
- S2: Diatoms have light-absorbing molecules (chlorophylls a and c) that collect energy from the sun and turn it into chemical energy through photosynthesis.
- S1: Diatoms are single-celled algae that live in houses made of glass. They are the only organism on the planet with cell walls composed of transparent, opaline silica. Diatom cell walls are ornamented by intricate and striking patterns of silica.
Refer: https://www.britannica.com/science/diatom

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