[MISSION 2024] RTM(Revision through MCQs)- 27 October 2023 – INSIGHTSIAS

Correct

Ans: (b)

Explanation:

• Statement 2 is incorrect.
• AQI is a number, which is a measure of air quality. The higher the AQI, the worse the air.
• The colour-coded AQI index was launched in India in 2014, and it helps the public and the government understand the condition of the air and what subsequent measures are to be taken to combat the situation, based on its severity. There are six categories of AQI, namely ‘Good’ (0-50), ‘Satisfactory’ (50-100), ‘Moderately polluted’ (100-200), ‘Poor’ (200-300), ‘Very Poor’ (300-400), and ‘Severe’ (400-500).

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/10/27/poor-air-quality-in-mumbai/

Correct

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• About Graphite:
• Graphite is a form of pure carbon, and it is one of the two naturally occurring crystalline forms of carbon; the other is diamond. While both are made of carbon atoms, they have very different structures and properties.
• Graphite is a naturally occurring crystalline form of carbon. It’s made up of stacked layers of graphene. Graphite is the most stable form of carbon under standard conditions.
• Graphite is a mineral that’s found in metamorphic and igneous rocks. It’s extremely soft, cleaves with very light pressure, and has a very low specific gravity.
• Graphite is a good conductor of electricity and heat. It’s also lighter than diamond, smooth and slippery to touch.
• Graphite, a key component in electric vehicle (EV) batteries, has seen a surge in demand due to the growth of the EV industry. The battery end-use market for graphite has grown by 250% globally since 2018

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/10/27/china-curbs-graphite-exports/

Correct

Ans: (b)

Explanation:

• Graphite is widely used as a lubricant due to its unique properties, including its ability to reduce friction and wear. Additionally, graphite is a key component in the production of pencil “leads” (the core of a pencil) because of its ability to leave marks on paper.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/10/27/china-curbs-graphite-exports/

Correct

Ans: (c )

Explanation:

• The Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations is a United Nations treaty that defines the rules and regulations of diplomatic relations between countries. The treaty was adopted in 1961 by the United Nations Conference on Diplomatic Intercourse and Immunities in Vienna, Austria.
• The treaty sets common principles and terms on how countries must treat each other’s diplomatic representatives.It also defines the privileges that diplomats enjoy in other countries.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/10/27/vienna-convention/

Correct

Ans: (c )

Explanation:

• Context: The practice of ‘visa shopping’ has been gaining popularity in several Indian states.
• “Visa shopping” is a practice where individuals obtain visas for countries, they may not visit during the visa’s validity period.
• Reasons for Visa Shopping:
  • The objective is to use these visas as a means to enter their preferred countries, particularly in Europe, even if they already have a visa for another European nation.
  • People also buy visas for countries they don’t intend to visit immediately to increase their chances of getting visas for their preferred destinations in the future. This practice is prevalent in India, particularly in Punjab, and it has raised legal implications.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/10/27/visa-shopping/

Correct

Ans: (d )

Explanation:

• S1: This statement is incorrect. While some information like contacts may be stored on a SIM card, its primary function is not to store contact information and photos.
• S2: This statement is incorrect. A SIM card is not used to connect to Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi connectivity is typically managed through the device’s settings and does not require a SIM card.
• S3: This statement is incorrect. A SIM card does not play a role in enhancing a device’s battery life. The device’s battery life is influenced by factors like screen brightness, background apps, and the battery’s capacity.
• A SIM card, which stands for Subscriber Identity Module, is primarily used to provide mobile network connectivity to a mobile device. It stores essential subscriber information, such as the user’s phone number, network authentication details, and other data necessary for connecting to a cellular network.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/10/27/sim-cards/

Correct

Ans: (b)

Explanation:

• Context: China is constructing the world’s largest “ghost particle” detector, a massive underwater telescope in the South China Sea, designed to detect neutrinos, which are often referred to as “ghost particles.”
• “Ghost particle” is a colloquial term for neutrinos. Neutrinos are subatomic particles that have extremely low mass and interact very weakly with matter. They are sometimes referred to as “ghost particles” because they can pass through vast amounts of material, including the Earth, without much interaction.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/10/27/ghost-particle/

Correct

Ans: (c)

Explanation:

• The Star Labelling Programme is a voluntary program that rates the energy efficiency of appliances on a scale of 1-5. The program was formulated by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001.
• The program’s goal is to help consumers make informed choices about energy-consuming appliances. The program is expected to save approximately 11.2 billion units of electricity by 2030 and reduce CO2 emissions by close to 9 million tonnes by 2030

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/10/27/star-labelling-of-solar-panels/

Correct

Ans: (c)

Explanation:

• Context: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved the inclusion of the Jamrani Dam Multipurpose Project of Uttarakhand under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana-Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (PMKSY-AIBP).
• he project involves dam construction (on Gola River, a tributary of Ram Ganga River in the Nainital district), irrigation, hydropower generation (14 MW), and providing drinking water to Haldwani and nearby areas.
• The Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) is focused on improving irrigation and water efficiency, and this project is part of the Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (AIBP). The Jamrani Dam Multipurpose Project is the seventh project to be included in this initiative.

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/10/27/jamrani-dam-multipurpose-project-uttarakhand/

Correct

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• The Congo River is tidal all the way to Boma, some 100 km from the mouth of the river. It merges into the Atlantic Ocean between Banana Point, DRC, and Sharks Point, Angola, from where it continues its course underwater

Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/10/27/275825/