GK Quiz | 07 May 2020

1. Recently Iran has decided to change its currency from Rial to Toman and change its value. In case of this redenomination, consider the following statements:

1. The value of a currency is determined by the foreign reserves a country has.
2. To curb the inflation, a country needs to appreciate its currency.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Ans. C

Explanation

The value of a currency is determined by the exchange rates, the demand for treasury bills, and the value of foreign reserves available with the central bank of a country. To curb inflation a country needs to appreciate the foreign exchange value. Iran first carried out a forex swap thus increasing the demand of rial and introduced a new currency with the low value per rial.

Hence, the correct answer is C.

 

2. Which of the above appliances need to be mandatorily marked under the Standard and Labelling Program of Bureau of Energy efficiency?

1. Room AC
2. Ceiling Fans
3. Computers
4. LED Lamps
5. Microwave Oven
6. Washing Machine
7. Colour TV

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

1. 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
2. 1,4,7
3. 1,2,3,6,7
4. 3,4,5,6,7

Ans. B

Explanation

Standard and Labelling Program of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency aims to indicate the energy consumption capacity of a particular appliance and to provide informed choice to the consumer. Marking is shown by the number of stars. The more the stars the more is the energy saving. It is compulsory for Room AC, LED Lamps, and Colour TV. However, it is voluntary for Ceiling fans, computers (Laptop/Notebook), Microwave oven, and washing machine.

Hence, the correct answer is B.

 

3. Which of the following is true about Styrene?

1. It is used in making recyclable polystyrene plastic
2. It is liquid in nature but highly prone to evaporation.
3. Exposure to this styrene can cause problems related to the nervous system

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

1. 1,2,3
2. 1 and 3
3. 1 and 2
4. 2 and 3

Ans. A

Explanation

Styrene is an organic compound, a derivative of Benzene, and is used in the production of polystyrene which is a recyclable plastic used in the manufacture of parts of refrigerators, microwave oven, automotive and electronic products, disposable cups, food packaging. It is present in liquid form but highly vulnerable in being evaporated. So it needs to be stored at a temperature of below 20°C. Exposure to this gas can cause problems in the central nervous system, breathlessness, etc.

Hence, the correct answer is A.

 

4. Which of the following is true about the INSPIRE program?

1. It aims to fulfill one of the fundamental duties under Article 51A i.e to develop scientific temper.
2. The program is under the Ministry of Human Resource Development.
3. SEATS i.e Scheme for Early Attraction of Talent is one of its components

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

1. 1,2 and 3
2. 1 and 3
3. 2 only
4. 2 and 3

Ans. B

Explanation

INSPIRE program (Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research) is under the Ministry of Science and Technology and aims to attract talent to science. The INSPIRE scheme has 3 components i.e

• Scheme for Early Attraction of Talent (SEATS) (INR 5000 for 15-18 years students)
• Scholarship for Higher Education (SHE) (scholarship for 17-22 years)
• Assured Opportunity for Research Careers (AORC) (fellowship for 22-27 years).

Hence, the correct answer is B.

 

5. World’s first Sea Cucumber Conservation Reserve has been opened in India at which place?

1. Rajasthan
2. Lakshadweep
3. Tamil Nadu
4. Andaman and Nicobar

Ans. B

Explanation

Lakshadweep has opened up the world's first sea cucumber conservation reserve to conserve the endangered population of the sea cucumber. It extends from Cheriyapani reef, an uninhabited atoll, and will be known as Dr. KK Mohammed Koya Sea Cucumber Conservation Reserve.

Sea cucumber is a marine animal from Echinoderm phylum and is found on the seafloor worldwide. They are used for human consumption and are cultivated also. They are used for medical purposes as they are found to be effective against cancer, arthritis, etc.

Hence, the correct answer is B.

 

6. Which of the correctly describes the population structure of India?

1. Triangle shaped Pyramid
2. Bell-shaped pyramid tapered at top
3. Bell-shaped pyramid tapered at top and bottom
4. None of the above

Ans. B

Explanation

India’s age-sex pyramid is bell-shaped tapered at the top. Since 1980 the population of children, teenagers, and young adults is larger as compared to the old population. However, by 2050, India is expected to enter into 4^th stage in which the age-sex pyramid is broad at the top and tapered at the bottom.

Hence, the correct answer is B.