[MISSION 2022] INSIGHTS CURRENT AFFAIRS ( 09 April 2022 ) REVISION THROUGH MCQS – INSIGHTSIAS

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Question 1 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements about Lingaraj Temple:
1. 1. It was built by King Jajati Keshari in the 10th Century.
  2. It is built in the Deula style.
  3. It is the biggest temple in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- Lingaraj temple is the largest temple in Bhubaneswar.
- Constructed by King Jajati Keshariin the 10th Century and completed by King Lalatendu Keshari in the 11thcentury.
- The temple is built in the Deula style.
- The temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, marks the culmination of the temple architecture in Bhubaneswar which was the cradle of the Kalinga School of Temple Architecture.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/09/lingaraj-temple-2/
Incorrect

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- Lingaraj temple is the largest temple in Bhubaneswar.
- Constructed by King Jajati Keshariin the 10th Century and completed by King Lalatendu Keshari in the 11thcentury.
- The temple is built in the Deula style.
- The temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, marks the culmination of the temple architecture in Bhubaneswar which was the cradle of the Kalinga School of Temple Architecture.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/09/lingaraj-temple-2/
Question 2 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements about Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
1. 1. It is a statutory authority established under the provisions of the Aadhaar Act, 2016.
  2. It works under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- The UIDAI is a statutory authorityestablished on 12th July 2016.
- Parent body:Works under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
- Initially,the UIDAI was set up by the Government of India in January 2009, as an attached office under the aegis of the Planning Commission.
- Mandate:The UIDAI is mandated to assign a 12-digit unique identification (UID) number (Aadhaar) to all the residents of India.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/09/cags-audit-of-uidai/
Incorrect

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- The UIDAI is a statutory authorityestablished on 12th July 2016.
- Parent body:Works under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
- Initially,the UIDAI was set up by the Government of India in January 2009, as an attached office under the aegis of the Planning Commission.
- Mandate:The UIDAI is mandated to assign a 12-digit unique identification (UID) number (Aadhaar) to all the residents of India.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/09/cags-audit-of-uidai/
Question 3 of 10

1 points

Which Ministry is responsible for implementation of Foreign Contribution of Regulation Act?
Correct

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- FCRA regulates foreign donations and ensures that such contributions do not adversely affect the internal security of the country.
- The Act, first enacted in 1976 was amended in the year 2010 and then 2020.
- Section 5 of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 gives the Union government “unchecked and unbridled powers” to declare an organisation as being one of political nature and deny it access to funds from sources abroad.
- FCRA is implemented by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/09/amendments-to-the-foreign-contribution-regulation-act/
Incorrect

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- FCRA regulates foreign donations and ensures that such contributions do not adversely affect the internal security of the country.
- The Act, first enacted in 1976 was amended in the year 2010 and then 2020.
- Section 5 of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 gives the Union government “unchecked and unbridled powers” to declare an organisation as being one of political nature and deny it access to funds from sources abroad.
- FCRA is implemented by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/09/amendments-to-the-foreign-contribution-regulation-act/
Question 4 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements about the Indian tent turtle:
1. 1. It is native to India, Nepal and Bangladesh.
  2. It is recognized as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red list.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 5 of 10

1 points

Baijayant Panda Committee was in news recently, is constituted by
Correct

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- It is a committee constituted by the Ministry of Defence constituted a High Level Expert Committee for a comprehensive review of National Cadet Corps (NCC).
- Objectives of the Committee:
- Committee is to suggest measures to empower NCC cadets to contribute more effectively towards nation building.
- To propose ways for gainful engagement of NCC Alumni for betterment of the organization.
- To recommend best practices of similar international youth organisations for inclusion in NCC curriculum.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/09/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-april-2022/
Incorrect

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- It is a committee constituted by the Ministry of Defence constituted a High Level Expert Committee for a comprehensive review of National Cadet Corps (NCC).
- Objectives of the Committee:
- Committee is to suggest measures to empower NCC cadets to contribute more effectively towards nation building.
- To propose ways for gainful engagement of NCC Alumni for betterment of the organization.
- To recommend best practices of similar international youth organisations for inclusion in NCC curriculum.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/09/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-09-april-2022/
Question 6 of 10

1 points
With reference to India’s Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve, consider the following statements:
1. 1. It is located in the Satpura Range of Madhya Pradesh.
  2. It comprises three protection sites.
  3. It is home to the Chenchu tribe.
Which of the given above statement is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- S3: The Reserve is also home to two major tribes – the Gond tribes and Korkus tribe whereas the most primitive tribe, Bhariya, reside in the Patalkot region, which is a completely isolated valley in the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh
- S2: Pachmarhi comprises three protection sites: the Bori Sanctuary, Satpura National Park and Pachmarhi Sanctuary – otherwise known as the Satpura Tiger Reserve.
- S1: The Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve is a non-use conservation area and biosphere reserve in the Satpura Range of Madhya Pradesh state in central India.
Refer: http://www.unesco.org/new/en/natural-sciences/environment/ecological-sciences/biosphere-reserves/asia-and-the-pacific/india/pachmarhi
Incorrect

Ans: (a)

Explanation:
- S3: The Reserve is also home to two major tribes – the Gond tribes and Korkus tribe whereas the most primitive tribe, Bhariya, reside in the Patalkot region, which is a completely isolated valley in the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh
- S2: Pachmarhi comprises three protection sites: the Bori Sanctuary, Satpura National Park and Pachmarhi Sanctuary – otherwise known as the Satpura Tiger Reserve.
- S1: The Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve is a non-use conservation area and biosphere reserve in the Satpura Range of Madhya Pradesh state in central India.
Refer: http://www.unesco.org/new/en/natural-sciences/environment/ecological-sciences/biosphere-reserves/asia-and-the-pacific/india/pachmarhi
Question 7 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?
Question 8 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements:
1. 1. As per the latest Consumer Protection Act , 2019 dispute redressal Commissions will be set up at District level with pecuniary jurisdiction of 1 crore to 10 crore Rupees.
  2. If a consumer is not satisfied by the decision of a District Forum, he/she can appeal to the High Court.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- S1: Jurisdiction of Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission:
  - The District CDRC will entertain complaints where value of goods and services does not exceed Rs one crore.
  - The State CDRC will entertain complaints when the value is more than Rs one crore but does not exceed Rs 10 crore.
  - Complaints with value of goods and services over Rs 10 crore will be entertained by the National CDRC.
- S2: Appeals:
  - Complaints against an unfair contract can be filed only at the State and National levels.
  - Appeals from a District CDRC will be heard by the State CDRC. Appeals from the State CDRC will be heard by the National CDRC.
  - Final appeal will lie before the Supreme Court.
- Extra reading: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/07/22/consumer-protection-act-2019/
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/12/consumer-dispute-redressal-panels/
Incorrect

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- S1: Jurisdiction of Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission:
  - The District CDRC will entertain complaints where value of goods and services does not exceed Rs one crore.
  - The State CDRC will entertain complaints when the value is more than Rs one crore but does not exceed Rs 10 crore.
  - Complaints with value of goods and services over Rs 10 crore will be entertained by the National CDRC.
- S2: Appeals:
  - Complaints against an unfair contract can be filed only at the State and National levels.
  - Appeals from a District CDRC will be heard by the State CDRC. Appeals from the State CDRC will be heard by the National CDRC.
  - Final appeal will lie before the Supreme Court.
- Extra reading: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/07/22/consumer-protection-act-2019/
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/08/12/consumer-dispute-redressal-panels/
Question 9 of 10

1 points
With reference to India’s Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve, consider the following statements:
1. 1. It is located in the western Himalayas region.
  2. It is noted for the preservation of the red panda.
  3. It comprises the Pin Valley National Park and Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- S1: Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve is a biosphere reserve located in the western Himalayas region, within Himachal Pradesh state in North India.
- S2: Cold Desert is noted for the preservation of the snow leopard.
- S3: It includes:
  - Pin Valley National Park
  - Chandratal
  - Sarchu
  - Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary.
Refer: https://whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/6055/
Incorrect

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- S1: Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve is a biosphere reserve located in the western Himalayas region, within Himachal Pradesh state in North India.
- S2: Cold Desert is noted for the preservation of the snow leopard.
- S3: It includes:
  - Pin Valley National Park
  - Chandratal
  - Sarchu
  - Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary.
Refer: https://whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/6055/
Question 10 of 10

1 points
With reference to India’s Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, consider the following statements:
1. 1. It was the first biosphere reserve in India established in the year 1975.
  2. It is located in the Western Ghats.
  3. It falls under the biogeographic region of the Malabar rain forest.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve was the first biosphere reserve in India established in the year 1986. It is located in the Western Ghats and includes 2 of the 10 biogeographical provinces of India.
- The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve falls under the biogeographic region of the Malabar rain forest. The Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Wyanaad Wildlife Sanctuary Bandipur National Park, Nagarhole National Park, Mukurthi National Park and Silent Valley are the protected areas present within this reserve.
Refer: https://en.unesco.org/biosphere/aspac/nilgiri
Incorrect

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve was the first biosphere reserve in India established in the year 1986. It is located in the Western Ghats and includes 2 of the 10 biogeographical provinces of India.
- The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve falls under the biogeographic region of the Malabar rain forest. The Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Wyanaad Wildlife Sanctuary Bandipur National Park, Nagarhole National Park, Mukurthi National Park and Silent Valley are the protected areas present within this reserve.
Refer: https://en.unesco.org/biosphere/aspac/nilgiri

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