1) Which one of the following best describes the term Cyber Hygiene?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : b
Cyber hygiene relates to the practices and precautions users take with the aim of keeping sensitive data organized, safe, and secure from theft and outside attacks.
2) Consider the following statements with respect to Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC)
The notification for Section 144 will be issued by the District Magistrate of the area.
State government has no power to extend the implementation of Sec.144 beyond two months.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : a
Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) is issued in urgent cases of security threat or riot and bars the assembly of five or more people in an area where it has been imposed.
The notification is issued by the District Magistrate of the area.
The section also empowers the authorities to block internet access.
No order under this section (144) can remain in force for more than two months.
However, if the state government considers it necessary for preventing danger to human life or for preventing a riot, it can extend the impositions under the sections for not more than six months from the date of issuance of the initial order.
3) Consider the following statements with respect to Pathamadai mat
It is made of a special kind of grass called Korai.
They are made by Irulas, a tribal community native to Nilgris.
It was granted Geographical Indication (GI) tag for Tamil Nadu.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : c
Pattamaadai mats are silk mats also called Pattu paai that originated in a small village in Thirunalveli district of Tamil Nadu.
The art and craft of weaving and blending intricate designs of Pattamadai mats are considered unique to this region.
Made of a special kind of grass called "Korai/Gorai"- it is also called is also called Korai or Gorai paai.
It was made predominantly by the women from the Muslim Lebbai community.
The conventional method of mat making is a lengthy process of drying, soaking, splitting and dyeing the grass.
Pattamadai paais are made specially for wedding ceremonies.
It is a token for making the occasion memorable and has the bride and the groom's names as well as the wedding date woven in it.
It was granted GI tag.
4) Consider the following statements with respect to Lalit Kala Akademy
It is the Government’s apex cultural body in the field of performing arts in India.
It is an autonomous body, which is fully funded by the Ministry of Culture.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : b
Lalit Kala Akademi is the Government’s apex cultural body in the field of Visual arts in India.
It is an autonomous body, which is fully funded by the Ministry of Culture.
The Akademi is an independent organisation and functions at arm’s length from the Government.
Sangeet Natak Akademi is the government’s apex cultural body in the field of Performing arts in India.
5) Consider the following statements with respect to Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill, 2019
The Bill requires the central government to constitute a Motor Vehicle Accident Fund, to provide voluntary insurance cover to all road users in India.
The Bill provides for a National Road Safety Board, to be created by the central government.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : b
The Bill requires the central government to constitute a Motor Vehicle Accident Fund, to provide compulsory insurance cover to all road users in India.
It will be utilised for:
Treatment of persons injured in road accidents as per the golden hour scheme
Compensation to representatives of a person who died in a hit and run accident
Compensation to a person grievously hurt in a hit and run accident
Compensation to any other persons as prescribed by the central government
The Bill provides for a National Road Safety Board, to be created by the central government through a notification.
The Board will advise the central and state governments on all aspects of road safety and traffic management.
6) Consider the following statements with respect to Australian Hay Fever
It is a tick-borne viral haemorrhagic fever endemic to Australia.
There is no medicine for this disease and can cause even up to death.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : d
Australian Hay Fever, also known as Allergic rhinitis, is one of the most common allergic disorder affecting one in every five people in Australia and New Zealand.
Despite its given name, allergic rhinitis is neither caused by hay or result in a fever.
It usually occurs after the nose or eyes of a person come in contact with environmental allergens, such as pollens, dust mite, moulds and animal hair.
Pollens from grasses are also amongst the most common causes.
The allergic conditions can result in a significant impact on sleep, concentration, learning and daily function.
Its immediate symptoms include runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, snoring, fatigue, headache and throat infection.
Australian Hay Fever is commonly treated through medications that include antihistamines, decongestants, nasal sprays and Bronchodilators.
The disorder most commonly affects people between 20-40 years of age.
7) Match the following:
Articles – States
371 A – a. Sikkim
371 C – b. Arunachal Pradesh
371 F – c. Nagaland
371 H – d. Manipur
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : c
371 - Special provision with respect to the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat
371A - Special provision with respect to the state of Nagaland
371B - Special provision with respect to the state of Assam
371C - Special provision with respect to the state of Manipur
371D - Special provisions with respect to the state of Andhra Pradesh or the state of Telangana
371E - Establishment of Central University in Andhra Pradesh
371F - Special provisions with respect to the state of Sikkim
371G - Special provision with respect to the state of Mizoram
371H - Special provision with respect to the state of Arunachal Pradesh
371-I - Special provision with respect to the state of Goa
371J - Special provisions with respect to the state of Karnataka
8) Consider the following pairs
Mulshi Dam – Uttar Pradesh
Pavana Dam – Chhattisgarh
Lal Bahadhur Shastri Dam – Karnataka
Which of thepair(s) given above is/are correctly matched?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : a
Mulshi Dam – Maharashtra
Pavana Dam – Maharashtra
Lal Bahadhur Shastri Dam – Karnataka
9) Consider the following statements with respect to Bio Gas
It is a type of biofuel that is naturally produced from the decomposition of organic waste.
Manure, food scraps and sewage are examples of organic matter that produce biogas.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : d
Biogas is a type of biofuel that is naturally produced from the decomposition of organic waste.
When organic matter, such as food scraps and animal waste, break down in an anaerobic environment (an environment absent of oxygen) they release a blend of gases, primarily methane and carbon dioxide.
Because this decomposition happens in an anaerobic environment, the process of producing biogas is also known as anaerobic digestion.
10) Consider the following pairs
Havana – Mexico
El Paso – Argentina
Which of the pair(s) given above is/are correctly matched?