Quiz 603: General Studies (GK Questions) for IAS Examination
First Published: March 30, 2012 | Last Updated:August 4, 2019
1. Ozone layer lies in:
[A] Troposphere
[B] Tropopause
[C] Stratosphere
[D] Photosphere
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Correct Answer: C [Stratosphere]
2. Consider the following statements about United Nations Convention against Corruption:
- United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) is the first legally binding international anti-corruption instrument.
- India has ratified this convention
- Only large economies outside this convention are Japan, Germany and United States
Which among the above statements is / are correct?
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 1& 3
[D] Only 1
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Correct Answer: A [1 & 2]
Notes:
United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) is the first legally binding international anti-corruption instrument. It was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico, on 31 October 2003 and India is one of the signatories to this convention. India has now ratified this convention. India signed the convention in 2005, along with 139 countries.
The purpose of the convention is to strengthen measures to prevent and combat corruption through international cooperation, among other measures. The convention also includes model preventive policies, such as establishing anti-corruption bodies and enhanced transparency in the financing of election campaigns and political parties. It also provides for assistance and cooperation for asset recovery, particularly in case of embezzlement of public funds.
The third statement is NOT correct. The big economies outside this convention are Japan, Germany, but not United States. Other major countries outside UNCAC are Burma, Saudi Arabia, Sudan etc.
3. Who among the following are the beneficiaries of the Mill Gate Price Scheme (MGPS)?
[A] Cultivators of Cotton,
[B] Handloom organizations
[C] Cultivators of Jute and Wool
[D] None of them
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Correct Answer: B [Handloom organizations]
Notes:
The objective of MGPS scheme is to provide all types of yarns to the handlooms weavers Organizations at the Mill Gate price. All Handloom organizations of National/State/Regional/Primary handloom level are beneficiaries.
4. The word “Agricultural shot” is known to be used sometimes in which among the following sports?
[A] Cricket
[B] Hockey
[C] Golf
[D] Polo
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Correct Answer: A [Cricket]
5. Why is the Tunisian revolution, the source of inspiration for the Arab World Revolution and a symbol for the entire world, called the Jasmine Revolution?
- Jasmine is National Flower of Tunisia
- The revolution started in Sidi Bouzid city which is famous for Jasmine Flowers
- The revolution started with self immolation of a woman called Jasmine.
Choose the correct reasons:
[A] Only 1
[B] 1 & 2
[C] 1, 2 & 3
[D] None of them
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
6. What is this vertical farming?
[A] Its a new method of agriculture in which crops are cultivated inside multi-storey buildings
[B] Its a new method of agriculture in which various unrelated crops are grown together in same tract of land
[C] Its a new method of agriculture in which various closely related crops are grown together in same tract of land
[D] In Vertical farming , many systems such as aquaculture, sericulture, pisciculture and bee culture are altogether used for better use of land and resources
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Correct Answer: A [Its a new method of agriculture in which crops are cultivated inside multi-storey buildings]
Notes:
Vertical farming is a greenhouse method of agriculture where commercially viable crops are cultivated inside multi-storey buildings in cities to simulate natural ecological systems. Using advanced greenhouse technology such as hydroponics and aeroponics, the skyscrapers could theoretically produce fish, poultry, fruit and vegetables. Since everything is ‘hydroponics’ in this practice, ie, in mineral solutions, the problems of soil erosion, pesticide toxicity are not there.
7. Consider the following statements about Financial Stability Board:
- It is based in London
- It has succeeded Financial Stability Forum
- Its members are only G-20 Countries
Which among the above statements is/ are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] Only 2
[D] 1,2, & 3
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Correct Answer: C [Only 2]
Notes:
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) is an international body that monitors and makes recommendations about the global financial system. It was established after the 2009 G-20 London summit in April 2009 as a successor to the Financial Stability Forum. The Board includes all G-20 major economies, FSF members, and the European Commission. It is based in Basel, Switzerland
8. What are the differences between different resolutions passed by United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and United Nations Security Council (UNSC)?
- The UNGA resolutions are legally non-binding upon member nations , while the UNSC Resolutions are legally binding upon all members.
- The UNGA resolutions are sponsored by any member, UNSC Resolutions are sponsored by only permanent members.
Choose the correct option:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Both 1 & 2 are correct
[D] Both 1 & 2 are incorrect
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Correct Answer: D [Both 1 & 2 are incorrect]
Notes:
Please note that it is correct to say that UNGA resolutions are legally non-binding upon member nations but saying that UNSC Resolutions are legally binding upon all members, is incorrect. This is because the UNSC resolutions are of two kinds taken as per chapter VI and VII of the UN Charter which correspond to nonbinding and binding resolutions. It is correct to say that UNGA resolutions are sponsored by any member, however, again it is incorrect to say that UNSC Resolutions are sponsored by only permanent members.
9. What is this “tight oil” ?
[A] It is a crude oil that is found in petroleum-bearing shale formations that have relatively low porosity and permeability
[B] It is an unconventional oil produced from oil shale by pyrolysis, hydrogenation, or thermal dissolution
[C] It is an unconventional oil obtained from organic-rich fine-grained sedimentary rocks
[D] It is a colloquial term for high cost petroleum crude due to fluctuations in international crude oil prices.
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Correct Answer: A [It is a crude oil that is found in petroleum-bearing shale formations that have relatively low porosity and permeability]
10. Consider the following statements about the general features of Sudan and Southern Sudan:
- Southern Sudan is full of jungles and swamps, while the north is mostly desert
- Most northerners are Arabic-speaking Muslims, while the south is made up of numerous different ethnic groups who are mostly Christian or follow traditional religions.
Which among the above statements is/ are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 & 2]
Notes:
The great divide across Sudan is visible even from space. The northern states are a blanket of desert, broken only by the fertile Nile corridor. Southern Sudan is covered by green swathes of grassland, swamps and tropical forest. Sudan’s arid northern regions are home mainly to Arabic-speaking Muslims. But in Southern Sudan there is no dominant culture. The Dinkas and the Nuers are the largest of more than 200 ethnic groups, each with its own traditional beliefs and languages.
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