13th September 2023 Current Affairs Quiz for UPSC Prelims
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements in regards to nipah virus.
1. It is a type of DNA virus.
2. Bharat Biotech has recently come up with a vaccine for Nipah virus.
3. Nipah virus can cause Myocarditis
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Sol: None
Exp: It is a type of RNA virus
Till now, no vaccine has been developed for Nipah virus.
Nipah virus causes Encephalitis, and not Myocarditis. Encephalitis is an inflammation of brain whereas Myocarditis is inflammation of heart.
Incorrect
Sol: None
Exp: It is a type of RNA virus
Till now, no vaccine has been developed for Nipah virus.
Nipah virus causes Encephalitis, and not Myocarditis. Encephalitis is an inflammation of brain whereas Myocarditis is inflammation of heart.
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
2 points
Consider the following in regards to universal civil code:
The lexi loci report stressed the importance of uniformity in the codification of Indian law during the pre independence era.
The Hindu code bill drafted by Dr.B R Ambedkar legalized divorce, opposed polygamy and gave rights of inheritance to daughters.
In Shah Bano case, the supreme court recommended that a uniform civil code be set up.
In Daniel Latifi Case, the supreme court ruled that a divorced Muslim woman is entitled to the provision of maintenance for a lifetime or until she is remarried.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Sol: All
Incorrect
Sol: All
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
2 points
Which of the following Protected Areas are located in Cauvery basin?
1. Nagarhole National Park
2. Papikonda National Park
3. Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve
4. Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Ans: (c)
Expl: The park lies on the left and right banks of the river Godavari and cuts through the Papikonda hill range of Eastern Ghats.
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Ans: (c)
Expl: The park lies on the left and right banks of the river Godavari and cuts through the Papikonda hill range of Eastern Ghats.
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements in regards to CBI.
1. It functions under the home ministry.
2. Its predecessor was the special police establishment which was constituted during world war 1 to enquire into allegations of bribery and corruption in the war related procurements.
3. The committee for appointment of CBI director consists of the prime minister, Leader of opposition and the speaker of Lok sabha.
4. CBI can suo-moto take up investigation of offences only in the Union Territories.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Sol: Only one (statement 4)
Expl: It functions under the ministry of Personnel, Pension & Public Grievances.
Its predecessor ,the special police establishment ,was constituted during world war 2 and not world war 1.
The committee for appointment of CBI director consists of the prime minister, Leader of opposition and the chief justice/a judge of the supreme court.
Incorrect
Sol: Only one (statement 4)
Expl: It functions under the ministry of Personnel, Pension & Public Grievances.
Its predecessor ,the special police establishment ,was constituted during world war 2 and not world war 1.
The committee for appointment of CBI director consists of the prime minister, Leader of opposition and the chief justice/a judge of the supreme court.
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
2 points
Which committees had recommended reforms to India’s criminal justice system?
1. Bezbaruah Committee
2. Madhav Menon Committee
3. Kadiyam Srihari Committee
4. KV Kamath Committee
Correct
Solution: 1 and 2 only
Exp:
Bezbaruah Committee was set up by the Ministry of Home Affairs. It looked into the concerns of the citizens from the North Eastern States. It suggested remedial measures including legal measures that government could take in the areas of policing, social media, and proposed actions such as having dedicated public prosecutors, nodal police stations and fast track courts.
The Madhav menon committee advocating a complete overhaul of India’s criminal justice system. The draft included some provisions such as re-categorisation of offences within IPC, the creation of a National Security Commission, and issues related to the rights of victims.
Kadiyam Srihari Committee was constituted to look into issues of girls’ education.
KV Kamath Committee was constituted to assess Covid related impact on bad loans.
Incorrect
Solution: 1 and 2 only
Exp:
Bezbaruah Committee was set up by the Ministry of Home Affairs. It looked into the concerns of the citizens from the North Eastern States. It suggested remedial measures including legal measures that government could take in the areas of policing, social media, and proposed actions such as having dedicated public prosecutors, nodal police stations and fast track courts.
The Madhav menon committee advocating a complete overhaul of India’s criminal justice system. The draft included some provisions such as re-categorisation of offences within IPC, the creation of a National Security Commission, and issues related to the rights of victims.
Kadiyam Srihari Committee was constituted to look into issues of girls’ education.
KV Kamath Committee was constituted to assess Covid related impact on bad loans.
