Daily Current Affairs Quiz- 29th December 2023
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Question 1 of 4
1. Question
Consider the following statements with reference to Nuclear technology in India,
1.Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) is a public sector undertaking responsible for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of nuclear power plants in India.
2.Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) is the nodal agency for the formulation and implementation of policies and programs for nuclear power development in India.
3.Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is the premier research and development institution for nuclear science and technology in India.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
(a) Only one
India’s nuclear technology is developed and managed by several organizations, including:
Department of Atomic Energy (DAE): The DAE is the nodal agency for the formulation and implementation of policies and programs for nuclear power development in India. (Statement 1 is incorrect)
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL): NPCIL is a public sector undertaking responsible for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of nuclear power plants in India. (Statement 2 is incorrect)
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC): BARC is the premier research and development institution for nuclear science and technology in India. (Statement 3 is correct)Incorrect
(a) Only one
India’s nuclear technology is developed and managed by several organizations, including:
Department of Atomic Energy (DAE): The DAE is the nodal agency for the formulation and implementation of policies and programs for nuclear power development in India. (Statement 1 is incorrect)
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL): NPCIL is a public sector undertaking responsible for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of nuclear power plants in India. (Statement 2 is incorrect)
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC): BARC is the premier research and development institution for nuclear science and technology in India. (Statement 3 is correct) -
Question 2 of 4
2. Question
Adware, System monitors, Web tracking, and Trojans sometimes seen in news are related to?
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(c) Types of Spywares
Adware: Software that displays ads on a device and collects user data for marketing purposes. Adware can also track and record a user’s browsing habits and personal information. Adware is considered grayware, and not inherently malicious. However, if it collects data without the user’s knowledge, it is considered spyware.System monitor: A program or hardware that monitors a computer system and displays information about its status. System monitors can be provided with an operating system or used as a standalone program.
Web tracking: The practice of collecting, storing, and sharing information about visitors’ activities on the internet. Businesses use website tracking to identify who visits their website, how they interact with content, and what other activities they conduct.
Trojans: A type of malware that disguises itself as legitimate code or software. Once inside the network, attackers can perform any action that a legitimate user could perform, such as exporting files, modifying data, or deleting files.Incorrect
(c) Types of Spywares
Adware: Software that displays ads on a device and collects user data for marketing purposes. Adware can also track and record a user’s browsing habits and personal information. Adware is considered grayware, and not inherently malicious. However, if it collects data without the user’s knowledge, it is considered spyware.System monitor: A program or hardware that monitors a computer system and displays information about its status. System monitors can be provided with an operating system or used as a standalone program.
Web tracking: The practice of collecting, storing, and sharing information about visitors’ activities on the internet. Businesses use website tracking to identify who visits their website, how they interact with content, and what other activities they conduct.
Trojans: A type of malware that disguises itself as legitimate code or software. Once inside the network, attackers can perform any action that a legitimate user could perform, such as exporting files, modifying data, or deleting files. -
Question 3 of 4
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act (MTPA) 2021:
1.The MTPA 2021 significantly expands the timeframe for termination of pregnancy from 20 weeks to 24 weeks for all women.
2.The Act introduces the concept of “termination on grounds of woman’s health”, removing the requirement for a second medical opinion in certain cases.
3.Under the MTPA 2021, unmarried women no longer require the consent of a guardian or family member for termination of pregnancy.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
(a) Only one
The MTPA 2021 expands the timeframe for termination of pregnancy from 20 weeks to 24 weeks only for specific categories of women, including minors, rape victims, women with disabilities, and those with certain medical conditions. (Statement 1 is incorrect)
The Act introduces the concept of “termination on grounds of woman’s health,” reducing the requirement for a second medical opinion for pregnancies up to 20 weeks if certified by a single doctor.
While the MTPA 2021 removes the requirement for spousal consent for married women, unmarried women still need the consent of a guardian for termination of pregnancy up to 20 weeks. (Statement 3 is incorrect)Incorrect
(a) Only one
The MTPA 2021 expands the timeframe for termination of pregnancy from 20 weeks to 24 weeks only for specific categories of women, including minors, rape victims, women with disabilities, and those with certain medical conditions. (Statement 1 is incorrect)
The Act introduces the concept of “termination on grounds of woman’s health,” reducing the requirement for a second medical opinion for pregnancies up to 20 weeks if certified by a single doctor.
While the MTPA 2021 removes the requirement for spousal consent for married women, unmarried women still need the consent of a guardian for termination of pregnancy up to 20 weeks. (Statement 3 is incorrect) -
Question 4 of 4
4. Question
In which of the following relief sculpture inscriptions is ‘Ranyo Ashoka’ (King Ashoka) mentioned along with the stone portrait of Ashoka?
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(a)Kanganahalli
The Kanganahalli inscription is a relief sculpture inscription found in the state of Karnataka, India. It is believed to date back to the 1st century BCE and is written in the Brahmi script. The inscription mentions Ranyo Ashoka along with a stone portrait of him. The inscription also provides details about the construction of a stupa and a monastery at Kanganahalli.Incorrect
(a)Kanganahalli
The Kanganahalli inscription is a relief sculpture inscription found in the state of Karnataka, India. It is believed to date back to the 1st century BCE and is written in the Brahmi script. The inscription mentions Ranyo Ashoka along with a stone portrait of him. The inscription also provides details about the construction of a stupa and a monastery at Kanganahalli.