[MISSION 2022] INSIGHTS CURRENT AFFAIRS ( 1 February 2022 ) REVISION THROUGH MCQS – INSIGHTSIAS

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Question 1 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements about African Union (AU):
1. 1. It is a continental union consisting of more than 71 countries of the continent of Africa.
  2. Its secretariat is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- The bloc was founded on 26 May 2001 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and launched on 9 July 2002 in South Africa.
- The intention of the AU is to replace the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), established on 25 May 1963 in Addis Ababa by 32 signatory governments.
- The AU’s secretariat, the African Union Commission, is based in Addis Ababa.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/01/african-union-suspends-burkina-faso-over-mutiny/
Incorrect

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- The bloc was founded on 26 May 2001 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and launched on 9 July 2002 in South Africa.
- The intention of the AU is to replace the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), established on 25 May 1963 in Addis Ababa by 32 signatory governments.
- The AU’s secretariat, the African Union Commission, is based in Addis Ababa.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/01/african-union-suspends-burkina-faso-over-mutiny/
Question 2 of 10

1 points
Consider the following pairs:

Regions sometimes mentioned in news: Country
1. Addis Ababa : Mauritius
2. Bamako : Mali
3. Rabat : Burkina Faso
Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
Question 3 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements about UNCITRAL:
1. 1. It is a subsidiary body of the U.N. General Assembly (UNGA)
  2. It has been adopted by 49 countries, including Singapore.
  3. It is responsible for helping to facilitate international trade and investment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) is a subsidiary body of the U.N. General Assembly (UNGA) responsible for helping to facilitate international trade and investment.
- It has been adopted by 49 countries, including Singapore, UK, US and South Africa.
- UNCITRAL allows foreign professionals and creditors direct access to domestic courts and enables them to participate in and commence domestic insolvency proceedings.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/01/united-nations-commission-on-international-trade-law-uncitral/
Incorrect

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) is a subsidiary body of the U.N. General Assembly (UNGA) responsible for helping to facilitate international trade and investment.
- It has been adopted by 49 countries, including Singapore, UK, US and South Africa.
- UNCITRAL allows foreign professionals and creditors direct access to domestic courts and enables them to participate in and commence domestic insolvency proceedings.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/01/united-nations-commission-on-international-trade-law-uncitral/
Question 4 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements about MGNREGA:
1. 1. It was introduced in 2005 as a social measure that guarantees “the right to work”.
  2. A minimum of 110 job seekers shall apply to sanction a new work under MGNREGA.
  3. It mandates Gram Sabhas to recommend the works that are to be undertaken.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- The scheme was introduced in 2005 as a social measure that guarantees “the right to work”.
- The key tenet of this social measure and labour law is that the local government will have to legally provide at least 100 days of wage employment in rural India to enhance their quality of life.
- The act mandates Gram sabhas to recommend the works that are to be undertaken and at least 50% of the works must be executed by them.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/01/mgnrega/
Incorrect

Ans: (c)

Explanation:
- The scheme was introduced in 2005 as a social measure that guarantees “the right to work”.
- The key tenet of this social measure and labour law is that the local government will have to legally provide at least 100 days of wage employment in rural India to enhance their quality of life.
- The act mandates Gram sabhas to recommend the works that are to be undertaken and at least 50% of the works must be executed by them.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/01/mgnrega/
Question 5 of 10

1 points
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the benefits of Food Fortification?
1. 1. It is a safe method of improving nutrition among people.
  2. It does not require any changes in food habits and patterns of people.
  3. It does not alter the characteristics of the food.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- Since the nutrients are added to staple foods that are widely consumed, this is an excellent method to improve the health of a large section of the population, all at once.
- Fortification is a safe method of improving nutrition among people. The addition of micronutrients to food does not pose a health risk to people.
- It does not require any changes in food habitsand patterns of people. It is a socio-culturally acceptable way to deliver nutrients to people.
- It does not alter the characteristics of the food—the taste, the feel, the look.
- It can be implemented quicklyas well as show results in improvement of health in a relatively short period of time.
- This method is cost-effectiveespecially if advantage is taken of the existing technology and delivery platforms.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/01/fortified-rice-3/
Incorrect

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- Since the nutrients are added to staple foods that are widely consumed, this is an excellent method to improve the health of a large section of the population, all at once.
- Fortification is a safe method of improving nutrition among people. The addition of micronutrients to food does not pose a health risk to people.
- It does not require any changes in food habitsand patterns of people. It is a socio-culturally acceptable way to deliver nutrients to people.
- It does not alter the characteristics of the food—the taste, the feel, the look.
- It can be implemented quicklyas well as show results in improvement of health in a relatively short period of time.
- This method is cost-effectiveespecially if advantage is taken of the existing technology and delivery platforms.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/01/fortified-rice-3/
Question 6 of 10

1 points
With reference to National Policy on Biofuels (NBP) -2018, consider the following statements:
1. 1. The Policy envisages an indicative target of blending 20% ethanol in diesel by 2030.
  2. The Policy categorises biofuels as “Basic Biofuels” and “Advanced Biofuels”.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- S1: The National Policy on Biofuels-2018 approved by the Government envisages an indicative target of 20% blending of ethanol in petrol and 5% blending of bio-diesel in diesel by 2030.
- S2: The Policy categorises biofuels as “Basic Biofuels” viz. First Generation (1G) bioethanol & biodiesel and “Advanced Biofuels” – Second Generation (2G) ethanol, Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) to drop-in fuels, Third Generation (3G) biofuels, bio-CNG etc. to enable extension of appropriate financial and fiscal incentives under each category.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/01/ethanol-as-an-alternate-fuel-2/
Incorrect

Ans: (b)

Explanation:
- S1: The National Policy on Biofuels-2018 approved by the Government envisages an indicative target of 20% blending of ethanol in petrol and 5% blending of bio-diesel in diesel by 2030.
- S2: The Policy categorises biofuels as “Basic Biofuels” viz. First Generation (1G) bioethanol & biodiesel and “Advanced Biofuels” – Second Generation (2G) ethanol, Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) to drop-in fuels, Third Generation (3G) biofuels, bio-CNG etc. to enable extension of appropriate financial and fiscal incentives under each category.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/01/ethanol-as-an-alternate-fuel-2/
Question 7 of 10

1 points

Among Indian States, which one of following has largest area under forests in 2021?
Question 8 of 10

1 points
Consider the following statements about BharatNet:
1. 1. It was originally launched in 2005 as the National Optical Fibre Network (NOFN) and renamed as Bharat-Net in 2012.
  2. It seeks to provide connectivity to 2.5 lakh Gram Panchayats (GPs) through optical fibre.
  3. It is a flagship mission implemented by Bharat Broadband Network Ltd. (BBNL).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct

Ans: (b)

Explanation: About BharatNet:
- BharatNet Project was originally launched in 2011 as the National Optical Fibre Network (NOFN) and renamed as Bharat-Net in 2015.
- It seeks to provide connectivity to 2.5 lakh Gram Panchayats (GPs) through optical fibre.
- It is a flagship mission implemented by Bharat Broadband Network Ltd. (BBNL).
- The objective is to facilitate the delivery of e-governance, e-health, e-education, e-banking, Internet and other services to rural India.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/22/bharatnet-project-3/
Incorrect

Ans: (b)

Explanation: About BharatNet:
- BharatNet Project was originally launched in 2011 as the National Optical Fibre Network (NOFN) and renamed as Bharat-Net in 2015.
- It seeks to provide connectivity to 2.5 lakh Gram Panchayats (GPs) through optical fibre.
- It is a flagship mission implemented by Bharat Broadband Network Ltd. (BBNL).
- The objective is to facilitate the delivery of e-governance, e-health, e-education, e-banking, Internet and other services to rural India.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/22/bharatnet-project-3/
Question 9 of 10

1 points

“Production Gap Report” is released by which of the following?
Question 10 of 10

1 points
Bovine Mastitis is caused by:
1. 1. Virus
  2. Fungus
  3. Bacteria
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- Bovine Mastitis is a common infectious disease, which affects farm productivity due to fall in milk quality, thus impacting income-generating activities.
- It is a potentially fatal mammary gland infection, which is most common in dairy cattle worldwide.
- Mastitis is caused by microorganisms ranging from virus, mycoplasma, fungus and bacteria. Physical injury to the mammary region, poor hygiene and/or trauma, also cause this condition.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/22/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-22-october-2021-2/
Incorrect

Ans: (d)

Explanation:
- Bovine Mastitis is a common infectious disease, which affects farm productivity due to fall in milk quality, thus impacting income-generating activities.
- It is a potentially fatal mammary gland infection, which is most common in dairy cattle worldwide.
- Mastitis is caused by microorganisms ranging from virus, mycoplasma, fungus and bacteria. Physical injury to the mammary region, poor hygiene and/or trauma, also cause this condition.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/10/22/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-22-october-2021-2/

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