Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – June 09, 2022 [Mock Test]
June 9, 2022 June 9, 2022
1. Which of the following breeds of camel is found in India?
- Kharai
- Jalori
- Malvi
- Kohi
Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:
[A] Only 1, 2 & 3
[B] Only 2, 3 & 4
[C] Only 1, 2 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1, 2 & 3]
Notes:- The Kharai are a rare breed of camel found in the salt marshes of Kutch district in the western state of Gujarat. Kharai camels are known to feed on mangroves on the island off shore.
- The Jalori camel derives its name from the place of rearing. The geographical distribution of the breed encompasses chiefly the Jalore and Sirohi districts of Rajasthan.
- The one-humped Malvi camel was first spotted in Mand-saur district of Madhya Pradesh in 1994.
- Kohi camel is predominantly found in Suleiman mountainous region of Balochistan, Pashtoonkhua and Punjab provinces of Pakistan.
2. Which of the following drugs is/are responsible for vulture deaths?
- Diclofenac
- Aeclofenac
- Ketoprofen
- Nimesulide
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] Only 1, 2 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:- The three drugs, aeclofenac, ketoprofen and nimesulide were introduced as alternatives to diclofenac. Diclofenac is the NSAID that India banned in 2006 for animal use because it caused widespread vulture deaths.
- India’s vulture conservation action plan for 2020-25 recommends a ban on the veterinary use of the three drugs. It adds that the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) must institute a system that removes a drug from veterinary use if it is found to be toxic to vultures.
- In 2015, Tamil Nadu became the first state to ban the veterinary use of ketoprofen in Nilgiri, Erode and Coimbatore districts.
3. Which of the following public sector banks have been merged to form India’s second largest lender?
- Union Bank of India
- United Bank of India
- Punjab National Bank
- Oriental Bank of Commerce
Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:
[A] Only 1, 3 & 4
[B] Only 1 & 3
[C] Only 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: C [Only 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:- Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank were merged with Bank of Baroda.
- Union Bank of India will amalgamate with Andhra Bank and Corporation Bank.
- Indian Bank will merge with Allahabad Bank.
- Punjab National Bank, Oriental Bank of Commerce and United Bank of India will combine to form the nation’s second-largest lender.
