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Current affairs
01/07/20
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Question (1) Consider the following statements:
1.The core sector industries include coal, crude oil, natural gas,
refinery products, tourism, steel, cement and electricity.
2.The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) is compiled and
published monthly by the National Sample Survey Organisation
(NSSO).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 & 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
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Explanation: Correct Answer is d. Neither 1 nor 2
 The eight core sector industries include coal, crude oil, natural
gas, refinery products, fertilizer, steel, cement and
electricity (Tourism is not a core sector). Hence, statement 1 is
not correct.
At present they comprise 40.27% of the weight of items included in
the Index of Industrial Production (IIP).
 The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) is an indicator that
measures the changes in the volume of production of industrial
products during a given period.
It is compiled and published monthly by the National Statistical
Office (NSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme
Implementation. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.
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Question (2) CogX, a global leadership
summit, is related to:
a. Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technology
b. Preservation of Corals
c. Space Junk
d. Freedom of Press
4
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Explanation:Correct Answer is a. Artificial Intelligence &
Emerging Technology
 CogX is a Global Leadership Summit and Festival
of Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technology held
annually in London.
 It awards the best-of-the-best in AI and emerging
technologies across the world.
 At CogX 2020, India’s MyGov Corona Helpdesk
Chatbot has bagged two awards under categories:
o Best Innovation for Covid-19 – Society
o People’s Choice Covid-19 Overall Winner
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Question (3) With reference to the Attorney General (AG) of
India, which of the following is/are correct?
1.Term of the Office has been fixed as 5 years in the Constitution Of
India.
2.Procedure for his/her removal is stated in Article 76 of the
Constitution.
3.AG has the right to speak and to take part in the proceedings of the
Lok Sabha only.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a. 1 and 3 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1 and 2 only
d. None of the above
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Explanation:Correct Answer is d. None of the above
Article 76 of the Constitution provides for the office of AG of India.
Term of the Office of the Attorney General (AG) of India is not fixed
by the Constitution. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
Procedures and grounds for the removal of AG are not stated in the
Constitution. She/he holds office during the pleasure of the President
(may be removed by the President at any time). Hence, statement 2
is not correct.
Rights and Limitations:
o S/he has the right to speak and to take part in the proceedings
of both the Houses of Parliament or their joint sitting and any
committee of the Parliament of which s/he may be named a
member, but without a right to vote. Hence, statement 3 is not
correct.
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Question (4) With reference to National Ganga Council,
consider the following statements:
1.It has responsibility for the superintendence of pollution
prevention and rejuvenation of River Ganga only.
2.The meeting of the council is chaired by the Prime Minister.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 & 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
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Explanation:Correct Answer is b. 2 only
 The National Ganga Council has been formed under the
Environment (Protection) Act (EPA),1986. It has been
given overall responsibility for the superintendence of
pollution prevention and rejuvenation of River Ganga
Basin, including Ganga and its tributaries. Hence,
statement 1 is not correct.
 The meeting of the council is chaired by the Prime
Minister. National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) acts
as an implementation arm of the National Ganga
Council. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
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Question (5) Which of the following protected
areas is/are located in Uttarakhand?
1.Rajaji National Park
2.Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary
3.Pin Valley National Park
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1 only
d. 1, 2 and 3
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Explanation:Correct Answer is a. 1 and 2 only
‱Rajaji National Park is located in Haridwar (Uttarakhand),
along the foothills of the Shivalik range, spans 820 square km.
‱Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttarakhand. It was created in
2012. The sanctuary is part of the Terai Arc Landscape, a forest
zone that stretches from Uttarakhand and also extends into Nepal.
‱Pin Valley National Park is located within the Lahaul and Spiti
district, in the state of Himachal Pradesh.
‱Other Protected Areas in Uttarakhand are Jim Corbett National
Park (first National Park of India), Valley of Flowers National
Park and Nanda Devi National Park, Govind Pashu Vihar National
Park and Sanctuary, Gangotri National Park.
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  • 1. z Multiple choice questions Current affairs 01/07/20 WELCOME TO THE CHANNEL UPSC RANKER
  • 2. z Question (1) Consider the following statements: 1.The core sector industries include coal, crude oil, natural gas, refinery products, tourism, steel, cement and electricity. 2.The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) is compiled and published monthly by the National Sample Survey Organisation (NSSO). Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a. 1 only b. 2 only c. Both 1 & 2 d. Neither 1 nor 2 2 UPSCRanker
  • 3. Explanation: Correct Answer is d. Neither 1 nor 2  The eight core sector industries include coal, crude oil, natural gas, refinery products, fertilizer, steel, cement and electricity (Tourism is not a core sector). Hence, statement 1 is not correct. At present they comprise 40.27% of the weight of items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP).  The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) is an indicator that measures the changes in the volume of production of industrial products during a given period. It is compiled and published monthly by the National Statistical Office (NSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. Hence, statement 2 is not correct. 3 UPSCRanker
  • 4. z Question (2) CogX, a global leadership summit, is related to: a. Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technology b. Preservation of Corals c. Space Junk d. Freedom of Press 4 UPSCRanker
  • 5. Explanation:Correct Answer is a. Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technology  CogX is a Global Leadership Summit and Festival of Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technology held annually in London.  It awards the best-of-the-best in AI and emerging technologies across the world.  At CogX 2020, India’s MyGov Corona Helpdesk Chatbot has bagged two awards under categories: o Best Innovation for Covid-19 – Society o People’s Choice Covid-19 Overall Winner UPSCRanker 5
  • 6. z Question (3) With reference to the Attorney General (AG) of India, which of the following is/are correct? 1.Term of the Office has been fixed as 5 years in the Constitution Of India. 2.Procedure for his/her removal is stated in Article 76 of the Constitution. 3.AG has the right to speak and to take part in the proceedings of the Lok Sabha only. Select the correct answer using the code given below: a. 1 and 3 only b. 2 and 3 only c. 1 and 2 only d. None of the above UPSCRanker 6
  • 7. Explanation:Correct Answer is d. None of the above Article 76 of the Constitution provides for the office of AG of India. Term of the Office of the Attorney General (AG) of India is not fixed by the Constitution. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. Procedures and grounds for the removal of AG are not stated in the Constitution. She/he holds office during the pleasure of the President (may be removed by the President at any time). Hence, statement 2 is not correct. Rights and Limitations: o S/he has the right to speak and to take part in the proceedings of both the Houses of Parliament or their joint sitting and any committee of the Parliament of which s/he may be named a member, but without a right to vote. Hence, statement 3 is not correct. UPSCRanker 7
  • 8. z Question (4) With reference to National Ganga Council, consider the following statements: 1.It has responsibility for the superintendence of pollution prevention and rejuvenation of River Ganga only. 2.The meeting of the council is chaired by the Prime Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a. 1 only b. 2 only c. Both 1 & 2 d. Neither 1 nor 2 UPSCRanker 8
  • 9. Explanation:Correct Answer is b. 2 only  The National Ganga Council has been formed under the Environment (Protection) Act (EPA),1986. It has been given overall responsibility for the superintendence of pollution prevention and rejuvenation of River Ganga Basin, including Ganga and its tributaries. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.  The meeting of the council is chaired by the Prime Minister. National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) acts as an implementation arm of the National Ganga Council. Hence, statement 2 is correct. UPSCRanker 9
  • 10. z Question (5) Which of the following protected areas is/are located in Uttarakhand? 1.Rajaji National Park 2.Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary 3.Pin Valley National Park Select the correct answer using the code given below: a. 1 and 2 only b. 2 and 3 only c. 1 only d. 1, 2 and 3 UPSCRanker 10
  • 11. Explanation:Correct Answer is a. 1 and 2 only ‱Rajaji National Park is located in Haridwar (Uttarakhand), along the foothills of the Shivalik range, spans 820 square km. ‱Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttarakhand. It was created in 2012. The sanctuary is part of the Terai Arc Landscape, a forest zone that stretches from Uttarakhand and also extends into Nepal. ‱Pin Valley National Park is located within the Lahaul and Spiti district, in the state of Himachal Pradesh. ‱Other Protected Areas in Uttarakhand are Jim Corbett National Park (first National Park of India), Valley of Flowers National Park and Nanda Devi National Park, Govind Pashu Vihar National Park and Sanctuary, Gangotri National Park. UPSCRanker 11
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