Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – January 21, 2023 [Mock Test]
Published: January 31, 2023
1. Which of the following statements is/are correct about ‘Yakshagana’ performing art?
- It is performed in open-air theatres
- Only chande (drums) musical instrument is used
- A headdress ‘pagade’ is used to perform it
Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:
[A] Only 2
[B] Only 1 & 3
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Only 1 & 3]
Notes:- Yakshagana is a traditional folk-dance form popular in coastal Karnataka districts and some parts of Kerala. It is considered that Yakshagana has originated as a product of the Vaishnava bhakti movement.
- Yakshagana literally means, “song” of the yaksha (demi-gods/spirits).
- There are several popular troupes (known as Melas) performing Yakshagana throughout the year. Some leading melas include: Saligrama mela, Dharmasthala Mela, Mandarthi Mela, Perduru Mela. The mela or troupe consists of two main parts: Mummela (foreground actors) and Himmela (singers and instrumentalists in the background).
- Yakshagana is performed in open-air theatres.
- It is usually performed in the village paddy fields after the winter crop has been harvested.
- Each performance typically focuses on a small sub-story (known as ‘Prasanga’) from ancient Hindu epics of Ramayana or Mahabharata.
- Musical instruments used in Yakshagana include Chande (drums), Harmonium, Maddale, Taala (mini metal clappers) and Flute among others.
- Costumes used in Yakshagana are unique and elaborate. Large size headgear, coloured faces, elaborate costumes all over the body and musical beads on the legs (Gejje).
- ‘Pagade’ of Yakshagana is a headdress or kirita.
2. Consider the following statements:
- The G20 was founded as a forum for the External Affairs Ministers to discuss global terrorism.
- The Startup20 Engagement Group will be established under India’s G20 Presidency for the first time.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Only 2]
Notes:- The G20 was founded in 1999 after the Asian financial crisis as a forum for the Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors to discuss global economic and financial issues. It was upgraded to the level of Heads of State/Government in the wake of the global economic and financial crisis of 2007, and, in 2009, was designated the “premier forum for international economic cooperation”.
- The G20 consists of two parallel tracks: the Finance Track and the Sherpa Track.
- In addition, there are Engagement Groups which bring together civil societies, parliamentarians, think tanks, women, youth, labour, businesses and researchers of the G20 countries.
- The Startup20 Engagement Group will be established under India’s G20 Presidency for the first time, recognising the role of startups in driving innovation that responds to a rapidly changing global scenario.
3. With respect to India’s G20 Presidency, consider the following statements:
- India has invited Bangladesh, France, Spain, Netherlands as guest countries.
- The theme for India’s G20 Presidency is “One Earth · One Family · One Future”.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Only 2]
Notes:- The theme of India’s G20 Presidency – “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” or “One Earth · One Family · One Future” – is drawn from the ancient Sanskrit text of the Maha Upanishad.
- India’s special invitee guest countries areBangladesh, Egypt, Mauritius, Netherlands, Nigeria, Oman, Singapore, Spain and UAE.
- G-20’s invited international organisations are UN, IMF, World Bank, WHO, WTO, ILO, FSB, OECD, AU Chair, NEPAD Chair, ASEAN Chair, ADB, ISA and CDRI.
The above questions are part of Daily Current Affairs Test under
UPSC Prelims Test Series - 2023 in GKToday Android Application. This series can be subscribed in the app only.
Download NowCategory: Daily Current Affairs Test for UPSC Prelims Examination 2023
Tags: upsc prelims test series 2023
Latest E-Books
Comments