Daily Current Affairs Quiz- 27th December 2023
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Question 1 of 4
1. Question
Q1 With reference to Namdapha National Park consider the following statements:
1. It is only park in the World to have the four Feline species of big cat namely the Tiger (Panthera Tigris), Leopard (Panthera Pardus), Snow Leopard (Panthera Uncia) and Clouded Leopard (Neofelis Nebulosa) and numbers of lesser cats.
2. It is also famous for Critically Endangered species like the Namdapha flying squirrel.
3. Hoolock Gibbons, the only ‘ape’ species found in India is found in this National Park.
How many of the statements is/are correct?Correct
(c) All three
Namdapha Tiger Reserve was declared in the year 1983 as the 15th Tiger Project of the country with a core area of 1985.245 Sq.Km and a buffer area of 245 Sq.Km. Thus the total area of the Reserve is 1985 Sq.Km. Namdapha is in fact the name of a river which originates from Daphabum (Dapha is the name of hill, Bum means peak of hill) and meets Noa-Dehing river. This river flows right across in a North-South direction of the National Park and hence the name Namdapha has been given.Incorrect
(c) All three
Namdapha Tiger Reserve was declared in the year 1983 as the 15th Tiger Project of the country with a core area of 1985.245 Sq.Km and a buffer area of 245 Sq.Km. Thus the total area of the Reserve is 1985 Sq.Km. Namdapha is in fact the name of a river which originates from Daphabum (Dapha is the name of hill, Bum means peak of hill) and meets Noa-Dehing river. This river flows right across in a North-South direction of the National Park and hence the name Namdapha has been given. -
Question 2 of 4
2. Question
Q2. The Global Competitiveness Report is published by the
(a) International Monetary Fund
(b) United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
(c) World Economic Forum
(d) World BankCorrect
(c) World Economic Forum
The World Economic Forum (WEF) publishes the Global Competitiveness Report (GCR) annually. The GCR assesses a country’s ability to provide prosperity to its citizens and ranks countries based on the Global Competitiveness Index (GCI).Incorrect
(c) World Economic Forum
The World Economic Forum (WEF) publishes the Global Competitiveness Report (GCR) annually. The GCR assesses a country’s ability to provide prosperity to its citizens and ranks countries based on the Global Competitiveness Index (GCI). -
Question 3 of 4
3. Question
In India, the use of carbofuran, methyl parathion, phorate and triazophos is viewed with apprehension. These chemicals are used as:
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Answer: (d) Pesticide in Agriculture
In India, the use of carbofuran, methyl parathion, phorate and triazop Carbofuran, Phorate and Triazophos are pesticides used in agriculture.
Pesticides in Agriculture: 1. Carbofuran: It is a highly toxic insecticide that is known to cause neurological damage in humans and animals. It is banned in several countries due to its toxicity.
2. Methyl Parathion: It is another highly toxic insecticide that is known to cause respiratory problems, nausea, and headaches in humans. It is also banned in several countries due to its toxicity.
3. Phorate: It is a systemic insecticide that is used to control pests in crops like rice, cotton, and sugarcane. However, it is also highly toxic and can cause health problems in humans and animals.
4. Triazophos: It is a broad-spectrum insecticide that is used to control pests in a variety of crops. However, it is also highly toxic and can cause health problems in humans and animals.Incorrect
Answer: (d) Pesticide in Agriculture
In India, the use of carbofuran, methyl parathion, phorate and triazop Carbofuran, Phorate and Triazophos are pesticides used in agriculture.
Pesticides in Agriculture: 1. Carbofuran: It is a highly toxic insecticide that is known to cause neurological damage in humans and animals. It is banned in several countries due to its toxicity.
2. Methyl Parathion: It is another highly toxic insecticide that is known to cause respiratory problems, nausea, and headaches in humans. It is also banned in several countries due to its toxicity.
3. Phorate: It is a systemic insecticide that is used to control pests in crops like rice, cotton, and sugarcane. However, it is also highly toxic and can cause health problems in humans and animals.
4. Triazophos: It is a broad-spectrum insecticide that is used to control pests in a variety of crops. However, it is also highly toxic and can cause health problems in humans and animals. -
Question 4 of 4
4. Question
Q4. Consider the following statements:
1.According to the Indian Patents Act, a biological process to create a seed can be patented in India.
2.In India, there is no Intellectual Property Appellate Board.
3.Plant varieties are not eligible to be patented in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Answer: (c) 3 only
The Indian Patents Act, 1970 does not allow the patenting of plants and animals in whole or any part thereof, including seeds, varieties, and species. However, a process for creating a new plant variety can be patented if it meets the criteria of novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability (Statement 1 is incorrect)
The Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB) is a statutory body established by the Government of India under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, the Patents Act, 1970, and the Copyright Act, 1957. The IPAB hears appeals against the decisions of the Registrar of Trade Marks, the Controller of Patents, and the Registrar of Copyrights (Statement 2 is incorrect)
Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights Act, 2001 allows for the registration of plant varieties and provides for the protection of the rights of plant breeders (Statement 3 is correct)Incorrect
Answer: (c) 3 only
The Indian Patents Act, 1970 does not allow the patenting of plants and animals in whole or any part thereof, including seeds, varieties, and species. However, a process for creating a new plant variety can be patented if it meets the criteria of novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability (Statement 1 is incorrect)
The Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB) is a statutory body established by the Government of India under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, the Patents Act, 1970, and the Copyright Act, 1957. The IPAB hears appeals against the decisions of the Registrar of Trade Marks, the Controller of Patents, and the Registrar of Copyrights (Statement 2 is incorrect)
Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights Act, 2001 allows for the registration of plant varieties and provides for the protection of the rights of plant breeders (Statement 3 is correct)