Current Affairs 30 August 2023

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August 30, 2023 Current Affairs MCQs

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1Q) Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Uniform Civil Code (UCC)?

(1) A Uniform Civil Code (UCC) can be introduced by any member of Parliament and Union Minister.

(2) The States can enact laws on uniform civil code.

(3) The Uniform Civil Code is mentioned in Part IV of the Indian Constitution.

(4) Sarla Mudgal v. Union Of India judgment in 1995 is considered a landmark decision that highlighted the need for a uniform civil code.

(A) 1, 2, and 3 Only

(B) 2, 3, and 4 Only

(C) 1, 3, and 4 Only

(D) 1, 2, 3, and 4

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⇨ Important points about the Uniform Civil Code (UCC):

⇨ A Uniform Civil Code (UCC) can be introduced by any member of Parliament and Union Minister.

⇨ The States can enact laws on uniform civil code.

⇨ At present, Goa is the only Indian state that has implemented UCC.

⇨ The Uniform Civil Code is mentioned in Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) of Part IV of the Indian Constitution.

⇨ Article 44 of the Indian Constitution mentions the Uniform Civil Code.

⇨ The Uniform Civil Code became widespread in Indian politics during the Shah Bano case in 1985.

⇨ Sarla Mudgal v. Union Of India judgment in 1995 is considered a landmark decision that highlighted the need for a uniform civil code.

⇨ According to the Law Commission, a unified nation did not necessarily need uniformity of law.

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2Q) Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition or a disease, where the __________ gland does not generate enough insulin required by the body to regulate glucose metabolism.

(A) Pancreas gland

(B) Pituitary gland

(C) Parathyroid glands

(D) Adrenal glands

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⇨ Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs either when the pancreas gland does not produce enough insulin or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood glucose.

⇨ World Diabetes Day is observed on 14th November every year since 2006.

⇨ Insulin was discovered by Sir Frederick G Banting, Charles H Best, and JJR Macleod at the University of Toronto in 1921 and it was later purified by James B Collip.

⇨ The theme for World Diabetes Day 2021-23 is "Access to Diabetes Care".

⇨ Key facts about Diabetes:

⇨ The number of people with diabetes rose from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014.

⇨ Diabetes is a major cause of blindness, kidney failure, heart attacks, stroke, and lower limb amputation.

⇨ Between 2000 and 2019, there was a 3% increase in diabetes mortality rates by age.

⇨ In 2019, diabetes and kidney disease due to diabetes caused an estimated 2 million deaths.

⇨ A healthy diet, regular physical activity, maintaining normal body weight, and avoiding tobacco use are ways to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes.

⇨ Symptoms of diabetes include:

⇨ feeling very thirsty,

⇨ needing to urinate more often than usual,

⇨ blurred vision,

⇨ feeling tired,

⇨ losing weight unintentionally.

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3Q) Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Indian Navy conventional submarines in service?

(1) The Navy currently has 16 conventional submarines in service.

(2) Seven are Russian Kilo-class submarines.

(3) Four are German HDW submarines.

(4) Five Scorpene-class submarines.

(A) 1 and 2 Only

(B) 2 and 3 Only

(C) 1, 2, and 3 Only

(D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

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⇨ Currently, the Navy has 16 conventional submarines in service – seven of the Sindhughosh class (Russian Kilo-class), four of the Shishumar class (modified German Type 209), and five of the Kalvari class (French Scorpene class).

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4Q) Which of the following statements are correct?

(1) Mars Orbiter Mission is also called the Mangalyaan.

(2) India is the first Asian nation to reach Mars orbit.

(A) 1 Only

(B) 2 Only

(C) Both 1 and 2

(D) Neither 1 nor 2

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⇨ Mars Orbiter Mission is also called the Mangalyaan.

⇨ India is the first Asian nation to reach Mars orbit, and the first nation in the world to do so in its first attempt.

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5Q) Which of the following statements is correct regarding Endometriosis?

(1) Endometriosis affects roughly 10% of reproductive-age women and girls globally.

(2) Endometriosis has no cure, but its symptoms can be treated with medicines or, in some cases, surgery.

(A) 1 Only

(B) 2 Only

(C) Both 1 and 2

(D) Neither 1 nor 2

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⇨ Important points about Endometriosis disease:

⇨ Endometriosis, a reproductive disease affecting one in 10 women worldwide, involves the growth of lesions on pelvic organs such as the ovaries.

⇨ Endometriosis affects roughly 10% (190 million) of reproductive-age women and girls globally.

⇨ It is a chronic disease associated with severe, life-impacting pain during periods, sexual intercourse, bowel movements and/or urination, chronic pelvic pain, abdominal bloating, nausea, fatigue, and sometimes depression, anxiety, and infertility.

⇨ Endometriosis is a disease in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus.

⇨ It can cause severe pain in the pelvis and make it harder to get pregnant.

⇨ Endometriosis can start at a person’s first menstrual period and last until menopause.

⇨ The cause of endometriosis is unknown.

⇨ There is no known way to prevent endometriosis.

⇨ There is no cure, but its symptoms can be treated with medicines or, in some cases, surgery.

⇨ Access to early diagnosis and effective treatment of endometriosis is important but is limited in many settings, including in low- and middle-income countries.

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6Q) World Snake Day was observed and celebrated by the National Zoological Park on July 16, 2023. In this context, the National Zoological Park is located in which of the following city?

(A) New Delhi

(B) Chennai

(C) Mumbai

(D) Kolkata

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⇨ The National Zoological Park called Delhi Zoo is a 176-acre (71 ha) zoo in New Delhi, India.

⇨ The zoo is home to about 1350 animals representing almost 130 species of animals and birds from around the world.

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7Q) The Mekong River river flows through which of the following countries?

(1) China

(2) Myanmar

(3) Thailand

(4) Cambodia

(A) 1 and 2 Only

(B) 2 and 3 Only

(C) 1, 2 and 3 Only

(D) 1, 2, 3, and 4

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⇨ About the Mekong River:

⇨ The Mekong River is one of the world's great rivers. Covering a distance of nearly 5,000 km from its source on the Tibetan Plateau in China to the Mekong Delta, the river flows through six countries: China, Myanmar, Thailand, Lao PDR, Cambodia, and Vietnam.

⇨ It is the world’s twelfth-longest river and the third-longest in Asia.

⇨ The lower Mekong region encompasses countries such as Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam.

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8Q) The SANKALP Scheme was launched in which of the following year?

(A) 2016

(B) 2018

(C) 2020

(D) 2022

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⇨ About the SANKALP Scheme:

⇨ In order to strengthen institutional mechanisms for skill development and increase access to quality and market-relevant training for youth across the country, Skills Acquisition, and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion (SANKALP) was launched on 19th January 2018 with an implementation period till March 2023.

⇨ It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.

⇨ It aims to implement the mandate of the National Skill Development Mission (NSDM).

⇨ Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).

⇨ SANKALP is a World Bank loan-assisted scheme with the present agreement between the Government of India and the World Bank for $250 million ("Rs.1650 Crore").

⇨ SANKALP has three result areas namely

⇨ (1) Institutional Strengthening at the National, State, and District level;

⇨ (2) Quality Assurance of skill development programs; and

⇨ (3) Inclusion of marginalized populations in skill development programs.

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9Q) Which of the following statements matched correctly?

(1) Ranger 9 lunar mission - Russia

(2) Selene lunar mission - Japan

(A) 1 Only

(B) 2 Only

(C) Both 1 and 2

(D) Neither 1 nor 2

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⇨ Ranger 9 was a Lunar probe, launched in 1965 by NASA.

⇨ SELENE (Selenological and Engineering Explorer) was Japan's second lunar probe. It was renamed Kaguya, or Moon Princess, after launch as a result of a public poll.

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10Q) Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana - PMKVY 4.0 was announced for which of the following time period?

(A) 2021 - 2023

(B) 2022 - 2024

(C) 2023 - 2024

(D) 2023 - 2026

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⇨ Important points about Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY):

⇨ PMKVY scheme under the Skill India Mission launched in 2015.

⇨ PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana 1.0 was announced for the duration of 2015-16.

⇨ PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana 2.0 was announced for the duration of 2016-20.

⇨ PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana 3.0 was announced for the duration of 2020-22.

⇨ PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0 was announced for the duration of 2023-26.

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