Daily Current Affairs Quiz- 20th December 2023
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Question 1 of 4
1. Question
Consider the following statements with reference to coronal mass ejection (CME):
1.CMEs are massive plasma and magnetic field expulsions from the Sun’s corona that propagate into interplanetary space.
2.CMEs cause the beautiful northern and southern auroral light that often are seen in the night sky at high latitudes.
3.CMEs can eject billions of tons of coronal material and carry an embedded magnetic field but that is weaker than the background solar wind interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) strength.
4.CMEs can disrupt a range of ground- and space-based technologies and satellites on Earth. However, direct hits by CMEs are usually subtle and have little to no impact on most peoples’ daily lives.
How many of the statements is/are correct?Correct
(c) Only three
Statements 1, 2 and 4 are correct
CMEs can eject billions of tons of coronal material and carry an embedded magnetic field that is stronger than the background solar wind interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) strength (Statement 3 is incorrect).Incorrect
(c) Only three
Statements 1, 2 and 4 are correct
CMEs can eject billions of tons of coronal material and carry an embedded magnetic field that is stronger than the background solar wind interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) strength (Statement 3 is incorrect). -
Question 2 of 4
2. Question
Consider the following:
1.He was one of the greatest novelists and poets of India.
2.His epic Novel Anandamath – set in the background of the Sanyasi Rebellion (1770-1820)
3.The Lieutenant Governor of Calcutta appointed him as Deputy Collector in 1859.
Guess the personality associated with the above statementsCorrect
(c) Bankim Chandra Chattopadhya
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(c) Bankim Chandra Chattopadhya
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Question 3 of 4
3. Question
Consider the following statements:
1.Coal ash contains arsenic, lead and mercury.
2.Coal-fired power plant release sulphur dioxides and oxides of nitrogen.
3.High ash content is observed in Indian coal.
How many of the statements is/are correct?Correct
(c) All three
Coal ash contains heavy metals like arsenic, lead, and mercury. These heavy metals are environmentally and biologically toxic elements. Indian coal has a high ash content, ranging from 15–45%, with the majority of coal produced falling between 35–45%. This is higher than the average ash content of imported coal, which is 10–20%. Coal-fired power plants release sulfur dioxide and oxides of nitrogen. These pollutants can cause respiratory problems, acid rain, and other environmental issues.Incorrect
(c) All three
Coal ash contains heavy metals like arsenic, lead, and mercury. These heavy metals are environmentally and biologically toxic elements. Indian coal has a high ash content, ranging from 15–45%, with the majority of coal produced falling between 35–45%. This is higher than the average ash content of imported coal, which is 10–20%. Coal-fired power plants release sulfur dioxide and oxides of nitrogen. These pollutants can cause respiratory problems, acid rain, and other environmental issues. -
Question 4 of 4
4. Question
Which one of the following statements best reflects the Chief purpose of the ‘Constitution’ of a country?
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(c) It defines and limits the powers of government
A constitution is a fundamental legal document that establishes the framework for governance. It sets forth the basic principles and rules that govern the government. It also establishes the structure, functions, and principles of a government, as well as the rights and responsibilities of its citizens.Incorrect
(c) It defines and limits the powers of government
A constitution is a fundamental legal document that establishes the framework for governance. It sets forth the basic principles and rules that govern the government. It also establishes the structure, functions, and principles of a government, as well as the rights and responsibilities of its citizens.
