Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 17-03-2023 (Online Prelims Test)

1) Which of the following is the objective of Mission Sahbhagita, sometimes seen in the news recently?

2) Consider the following statements

1. Rifting is a geological process in which a single tectonic plate is split into two or more plates by convergent plate boundaries.
2. East African Rift was formed due to the convergence of Nubian, Somalian and Arabian Plates.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

3) The term Kappaphycus alvarezii, sometimes seen in the news recently, refers to?

4) Consider the following statements with respect to Barda Wildlife Sanctuary

1. Barda, situated in Gujarat, is considered as the alternative for Kuno National Park for cheetah reintroduction project.
2. Maldharis inhabitates the Gir and the Barda Wild Life Sanctuaries.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

5) Consider the following statements regarding Low Temperature Thermal Desalination (LTTD) Technology

1. LTTD is used for conversion of seawater into potable water.
2. It exploits the difference in temperature in ocean water at the surface and at depths.
3. The technology is completely indigenous, robust and environment friendly.

Which of the statements given above are correct?