GK Quiz | 14 May 2020

1. Which of the following statements is true?

1. The Deep Sea Challenge expedition is the expedition of scientists, journalists to the deepest point on the Earth i.e challenger deep.
2. Only chemotroph are found in the Mariana trench.

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

Deep Sea challenge expedition is the expedition launched in partnership with National Geographic to take scientists, journalists to the deepest point on the Earth in Mariana Trench. The life form found in the region in the absence of sunlight, presence of high pressure, etc. is mainly in the form of chemotroph that feeds on the chemical reactions taking place in the deep areas.

The molecules that are being fed upon can be organic and inorganic. Some chemotrophs are heterotrophs feeding on other bacteria, for example bacterias feed upon other bacterias having a chemical composition of those found in the oil. So, they can be used in oil pollutant’s eradication.

Hence, the correct answer is C.

 

2. Which of the following is true about the principles used in the System of Rice Intensification (SRI)?

1. Early plant establishment
2. Increased plant density
3. Improved soil condition with more organics in soil
4. Reduced water application

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

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

Ans. B

Explanation

System of Rice Intensification is a method of growing rice in an organic sustainable manner. It is based on the following principles:

• Early, quick, healthy plant establishment to protect the seedling roots and to avoid transplantation shocks.
• Reduced plant density to encourage root and canopy growth and to avoid nutrient competition.
• Improved soil condition with enriched organic matter
• Reduced and controlled water application to reduce waterlogging, leaching of essential nutrients.

Hence, the correct answer is B.

 

3. Which of the following is true about MSME definition?

1. The new MSME definition is based on both investment and turnover.
2. There is a single definition of manufacturing and services.
3. The micro-manufacturing and service sector has an investment of less than 1 crore and a turnover of fewer than 5 crores.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

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

Ans. A

Explanation

The new definition of the MSME sector is based on both investment and turnover. There is a single definition for both manufacturing and services sectors.

For micro-industry, investment should be less than 1 crore and turnover should be less than 5 crores.

For small industries, the investment should be from 1 crore to less than 10 crores and turnover should from 5 crores to less than 50 crores.

For medium industries, investment should be from 10 crores to less than 20 crores and turnover should be from 50 crores to less than 100 crores.

Hence, the correct answer is A.

 

4. Which of the following is correct about Shanghai Cooperation Organisation?

1. It is a political and military organization.
2. India and Pakistan joined SCO at the Astana summit in 2018.
3. SCO is the largest regional organization in the world in terms of geographical region and population.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

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

Ans. D

Explanation

Shanghai Cooperation Organization is a political, economic, and security alliance formed in 2001 in Shanghai. It consists of China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, India, and Pakistan.

India and Pakistan joined the organization in 2017 in Astana in Kazakhstan. SCO is the largest regional organization in terms of population and geographical area. It covers 3/4^th of the Eurasian continent and 50% of the human population. The 2020 summit is to be held in India.

Hence, the correct answer is D.

 

5. Which of the following is true about CAMPA Act, 2016?

1. According to this act, 90% of the compensatory fund received goes with state CAMPA fund.
2. The funds received are to be accounted for in the Public Account of India.
3. Only money for compensatory afforestation is being deposited in CAMPA.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

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

Ans. B

Explanation

According to Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority Act, 2016 or CAMPA Act, the National and state forest compensatory afforestation funds are being established under the Public Account of India and state respectively. Therefore, Statement 2 is correct.

The funds are to receive payment for compensatory afforestation, the net present value of the forest, and other project-specific payment. Therefore, Statement 3 is incorrect.

The National fund will receive 10% of the funds while the state funds will receive 90% of the compensatory funds. Therefore, Statement 1 is correct.

Hence, the correct answer is B.