Current Affairs Quiz-6 November 2023
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Question 1 of 4
1. Question
Name the first-ever AI-powered solution for automated agricultural news monitoring and analysis?
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Answer: (A)
Explanation:
The introduction of Krishi 24/7 addresses the need for an efficient mechanism to identify and manage agricultural news articles of interest to aid timely decision-making. The tool scans news articles in multiple languages and translates them into English.Incorrect
Answer: (A)
Explanation:
The introduction of Krishi 24/7 addresses the need for an efficient mechanism to identify and manage agricultural news articles of interest to aid timely decision-making. The tool scans news articles in multiple languages and translates them into English. -
Question 2 of 4
2. Question
Recently, ‘Klyuchevskoy volcano’ erupted. It is situated in which one of the countries?
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Answer: (B)
Explanation:
Eurasia’s tallest active volcano, Located along the Pacific Ring of Fire, the Kamchatka Peninsula is home to more than 300 volcanoes, including several that are frequently active. The current eruption at Klyuchevskoy, Eurasia’s tallest active volcano, has been ongoing since June 2023.
Its steep, conical shape is a classic characteristic of stratovolcanoes, which are composed of multiple layers of hardened lava, tephra, and volcanic ash from its periodic eruptions.Incorrect
Answer: (B)
Explanation:
Eurasia’s tallest active volcano, Located along the Pacific Ring of Fire, the Kamchatka Peninsula is home to more than 300 volcanoes, including several that are frequently active. The current eruption at Klyuchevskoy, Eurasia’s tallest active volcano, has been ongoing since June 2023.
Its steep, conical shape is a classic characteristic of stratovolcanoes, which are composed of multiple layers of hardened lava, tephra, and volcanic ash from its periodic eruptions. -
Question 3 of 4
3. Question
The “Composite water management index” is released by which of the following below?
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Answer: (D)
Explanation:
The ‘Composite Water Management Index’ report, the first edition launched five years ago in June 2018 brought India’s water challenges into spotlight and ranked states in terms of efficacy based on 28 parameters. The first edition provided data for 2015-16 and 2016-17, and the second edition launched in August 2019 was for 2017-18.
The report, published by NITI Aayog, was prepared in association with three ministries — Water Resources, Drinking Water & Sanitation, and Rural Development.
The latest report, a copy of which has been seen by The Indian Express, maps the performance of states for 2018-19 and 2019-20, and points out that water scarcity is a “national problem”. The average annual per capita water availability is expected to reduce to 1,486 cubic meters per person per year by 2021 from 1,545 cubic meters per person per year in 2011, according to the Jal Shakti Ministry.
As per the annual water availability norms, the availability value of less than 1,700 cubic meter/person/year indicates water shortage. Water availability below 1,000 cubic metre/capita/year is considered as “scarcity”.Incorrect
Answer: (D)
Explanation:
The ‘Composite Water Management Index’ report, the first edition launched five years ago in June 2018 brought India’s water challenges into spotlight and ranked states in terms of efficacy based on 28 parameters. The first edition provided data for 2015-16 and 2016-17, and the second edition launched in August 2019 was for 2017-18.
The report, published by NITI Aayog, was prepared in association with three ministries — Water Resources, Drinking Water & Sanitation, and Rural Development.
The latest report, a copy of which has been seen by The Indian Express, maps the performance of states for 2018-19 and 2019-20, and points out that water scarcity is a “national problem”. The average annual per capita water availability is expected to reduce to 1,486 cubic meters per person per year by 2021 from 1,545 cubic meters per person per year in 2011, according to the Jal Shakti Ministry.
As per the annual water availability norms, the availability value of less than 1,700 cubic meter/person/year indicates water shortage. Water availability below 1,000 cubic metre/capita/year is considered as “scarcity”. -
Question 4 of 4
4. Question
Consider the following about the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in NCR and adjoining areas-Punjab, Haryana, UP and Rajasthan.
1.It is a statutory body
2.It is a permanent body
3.It has power to impose
Select the correct answer from options below?Correct
Answer: (D)
Explanation:
About the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM):
The Commission for Air Quality Management was formed by an ordinance in October 2020, the “Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas Ordinance 2020”.
Chairperson: To be chaired by a government official of the rank of Secretary or Chief Secretary.
It will be a permanent body and will have over 20 members.
The Commission will be a statutory authority.
The Commission will supersede bodies such as the central and state pollution control boards of Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, UP and Rajasthan.
It will have the powers to issue directions to these state governments on issues pertaining to air pollution.
The Commission will have the power to impose a fine of up to Rs 1 crore and imprisonment of up to 5 years.Incorrect
Answer: (D)
Explanation:
About the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM):
The Commission for Air Quality Management was formed by an ordinance in October 2020, the “Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas Ordinance 2020”.
Chairperson: To be chaired by a government official of the rank of Secretary or Chief Secretary.
It will be a permanent body and will have over 20 members.
The Commission will be a statutory authority.
The Commission will supersede bodies such as the central and state pollution control boards of Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, UP and Rajasthan.
It will have the powers to issue directions to these state governments on issues pertaining to air pollution.
The Commission will have the power to impose a fine of up to Rs 1 crore and imprisonment of up to 5 years.
