UPSC Daily Quiz 13 July 2026
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Onomastus brahmagiri, recently seen in the news:
- It is a new species of jumping spider.
- It was discovered in the Western Ghats of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Three new species of rare jumping spiders, genus Onomastus, have been discovered by a team of researchers from India and Sri Lanka.
About New Species of Jumping Spiders:
- All three species of jumping spiders belong to the genus Onomastus.
- The new species are:
- Onomastus brahmagiri: It was discovered in the Brahmagiri Hills of the Western Ghats in India.
- Onomastus silentvalley: It was discovered in the shola forests of Silent Valley National Park, Kerala.
- Onomastus wijesinghei: It was discovered in the montane forests of Sri Lanka.
- Onomastus belongs to one of the oldest lineages of jumping spiders and is restricted to the Oriental region.
- The newly described species are known only from isolated montane forests and are believed to have limited dispersal ability.
- The findings support the “sky island” concept, in which isolated montane habitats act as natural islands, promoting long-term geographic isolation, speciation, and high levels of endemism.
Hence both statements are correct.
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Three new species of rare jumping spiders, genus Onomastus, have been discovered by a team of researchers from India and Sri Lanka.
About New Species of Jumping Spiders:
- All three species of jumping spiders belong to the genus Onomastus.
- The new species are:
- Onomastus brahmagiri: It was discovered in the Brahmagiri Hills of the Western Ghats in India.
- Onomastus silentvalley: It was discovered in the shola forests of Silent Valley National Park, Kerala.
- Onomastus wijesinghei: It was discovered in the montane forests of Sri Lanka.
- Onomastus belongs to one of the oldest lineages of jumping spiders and is restricted to the Oriental region.
- The newly described species are known only from isolated montane forests and are believed to have limited dispersal ability.
- The findings support the “sky island” concept, in which isolated montane habitats act as natural islands, promoting long-term geographic isolation, speciation, and high levels of endemism.
Hence both statements are correct.
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsMaguri Motapung Beel, recently seen in the news, is located in which Indian state?
Correct
Answer: d
Explanation:
A rare sighting of an Australian Grass Owl at Maguri Motapung Beel in Assam’s Tinsukia district has excited birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts recently.
About Maguri Motapung Beel:
- It is a large freshwater wetland located near the Motapung village of Assam’s Tinsukia district.
- It is located in the south bank of the Dibru River, which is a channel of the mighty Brahmaputra
- The Beel is connected to the Dibru River by a system of channels and is very rich in aquatic life.
- The wetland, spread over an area of 9.6 sq.km. was declared an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA) in 1996.
- The lake supports approximately 110 species of birds and a large human population, most of whom depend on fishing for a livelihood.
- It is a major stopover for wintering migratory birds. It hosts species like the Greater Adjutant Stork, Spot-billed Pelican, and various migratory waterfowls during winter months.
Hence option d is the correct answer.
Incorrect
Answer: d
Explanation:
A rare sighting of an Australian Grass Owl at Maguri Motapung Beel in Assam’s Tinsukia district has excited birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts recently.
About Maguri Motapung Beel:
- It is a large freshwater wetland located near the Motapung village of Assam’s Tinsukia district.
- It is located in the south bank of the Dibru River, which is a channel of the mighty Brahmaputra
- The Beel is connected to the Dibru River by a system of channels and is very rich in aquatic life.
- The wetland, spread over an area of 9.6 sq.km. was declared an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA) in 1996.
- The lake supports approximately 110 species of birds and a large human population, most of whom depend on fishing for a livelihood.
- It is a major stopover for wintering migratory birds. It hosts species like the Greater Adjutant Stork, Spot-billed Pelican, and various migratory waterfowls during winter months.
Hence option d is the correct answer.
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsThe Māori are the indigenous people of which one of the following countries?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
Addressing the Indian community in Auckland, Prime Minister recently invoked the Maori concept of ‘waka’ to describe India-New Zealand ties.
About Maori:
- The Maori Tribe is an indigenous tribe who have inhabited New Zealand for centuries.
- New Zealand consists of two islands, the North Island and the South Island.
- The South Island is larger and more mountainous than the North Island.
- The vast majority (86%) of present-day Maori live on the North Island.
- They first arrived on the islands in the early 13th century.
- Today Māori make up about a sixth of New Zealand’s population.
- Culturally, they are Polynesians, most closely related to eastern Polynesians.
- Maori culture has endured centuries of torture and struggle, first in the hands of the ‘Crown’, and later others who wished to claim a spot on their land.
- Language:
- Maori is classified as part of the Polynesian group of the Eastern Oceanic Branch of the Austronesian languages.
- Approximately one-third of the Maori still speak their ancestral language, with the vast majority fluent in English as well.
- The Māori language is an official language of New Zealand.
- At the center of Māori tradition is the marae—a sacred, communal meeting ground.
- The marae usually consists of buildings and an open space.
- It is used within the community for important meetings, communal meals, arts and crafts, and cultural shows.
- A famous aspect of Maori culture is the Haka, a powerful war dance known for its intensity, facial expressions, and rhythm.
- Their distinctive costumes serve as a visual expression of their heritage, reflecting their deep connection to the land and ancestral spirits.
- Another very prominent identity of the Maori people are their tattoos, which can be seen on their faces.
- These tattoos are called ‘ta moko’ which is a traditional Maori art form, deeply symbolic and respected.
- Ta moko designs are unique to each person and are a depiction of their social status, their genealogy, what they have done for society, and more.
In recent decades, there has been a resurgence of Māori culture and activism, particularly following the civil rights movements in the 1960s and the establishment of the Treaty of Waitangi Act in 1975, which allowed for claims regarding historical grievances.
Hence option b is the correct answer.
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
Addressing the Indian community in Auckland, Prime Minister recently invoked the Maori concept of ‘waka’ to describe India-New Zealand ties.
About Maori:
- The Maori Tribe is an indigenous tribe who have inhabited New Zealand for centuries.
- New Zealand consists of two islands, the North Island and the South Island.
- The South Island is larger and more mountainous than the North Island.
- The vast majority (86%) of present-day Maori live on the North Island.
- They first arrived on the islands in the early 13th century.
- Today Māori make up about a sixth of New Zealand’s population.
- Culturally, they are Polynesians, most closely related to eastern Polynesians.
- Maori culture has endured centuries of torture and struggle, first in the hands of the ‘Crown’, and later others who wished to claim a spot on their land.
- Language:
- Maori is classified as part of the Polynesian group of the Eastern Oceanic Branch of the Austronesian languages.
- Approximately one-third of the Maori still speak their ancestral language, with the vast majority fluent in English as well.
- The Māori language is an official language of New Zealand.
- At the center of Māori tradition is the marae—a sacred, communal meeting ground.
- The marae usually consists of buildings and an open space.
- It is used within the community for important meetings, communal meals, arts and crafts, and cultural shows.
- A famous aspect of Maori culture is the Haka, a powerful war dance known for its intensity, facial expressions, and rhythm.
- Their distinctive costumes serve as a visual expression of their heritage, reflecting their deep connection to the land and ancestral spirits.
- Another very prominent identity of the Maori people are their tattoos, which can be seen on their faces.
- These tattoos are called ‘ta moko’ which is a traditional Maori art form, deeply symbolic and respected.
- Ta moko designs are unique to each person and are a depiction of their social status, their genealogy, what they have done for society, and more.
In recent decades, there has been a resurgence of Māori culture and activism, particularly following the civil rights movements in the 1960s and the establishment of the Treaty of Waitangi Act in 1975, which allowed for claims regarding historical grievances.
Hence option b is the correct answer.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsHyperkeratosis, recently seen in the news, is a condition characterized by:
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Experts say feeding sweets to monkeys at Jaipur’s Galtaji temple is causing hyperkeratosis among them.
About Hyperkeratosis:
- Hyperkeratosis is a condition that causes your skin to thicken in certain places.
- The thickening occurs when your body produces too much keratin, a protein found in your skin’s outer layer.
- Keratin helps to protect the body against infiltration by water and other chemical and biological agents with which it comes in contact every day.
- Hyperkeratosis can affect any area of your body, including your hands, feet, mouth, nose and nails.
- Anyone can get hyperkeratosis. Some people have it at birth. Other people develop this condition as children or adults.
- There are two main types of hyperkeratosis:
- Non-pressure-related hyperkeratosis: Thickening of your skin due to genetics.
- Pressure-related hyperkeratosis: Thickening of your skin due to inflammation, irritation, or pressure.
- Several factors may cause hyperkeratosis, including:
- Allergies.
- Autoimmune diseases.
- Chronic inflammation of the skin (dermatitis).
- Infections of the skin, including HPV (human papillomavirus).
- Genetics.
- Medications, including chemotherapy.
- Pressure or rubbing of your skin.
- Psoriatic arthritis.
- Reactions to chemicals, including tattoo ink.
- Skin infections.
- Sun exposure.
- Vitamin A deficiency.
- Forms of hyperkeratosis include:
- actinic keratosis, which causes rough, sandpaper-like patches of skin to develop as a result of excess skin exposure
- calluses
- corns
- eczema
- epidermolytic hyperkeratosis, an inherited skin disorder present at birth
- lichen planus, a condition that causes white patches to grow on the inside of the mouth
- plantar warts
- psoriasis
- Warts
- Symptoms:
- The symptoms of hyperkeratosis can vary depending on the underlying cause and the area of the body affected.
- Common symptoms include:
- Thickened Skin: Areas of skin may appear rough and thickened.
- Dryness and Scaling: The affected skin may be dry and flaky.
- Color Changes: The skin may appear darker or discolored in the affected areas.
- Itching or Pain: Some individuals may experience discomfort or itching in the affected areas.
- Treatment depends on the type of hyperkeratosis you have.
Hence option c is the correct answer.
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Experts say feeding sweets to monkeys at Jaipur’s Galtaji temple is causing hyperkeratosis among them.
About Hyperkeratosis:
- Hyperkeratosis is a condition that causes your skin to thicken in certain places.
- The thickening occurs when your body produces too much keratin, a protein found in your skin’s outer layer.
- Keratin helps to protect the body against infiltration by water and other chemical and biological agents with which it comes in contact every day.
- Hyperkeratosis can affect any area of your body, including your hands, feet, mouth, nose and nails.
- Anyone can get hyperkeratosis. Some people have it at birth. Other people develop this condition as children or adults.
- There are two main types of hyperkeratosis:
- Non-pressure-related hyperkeratosis: Thickening of your skin due to genetics.
- Pressure-related hyperkeratosis: Thickening of your skin due to inflammation, irritation, or pressure.
- Several factors may cause hyperkeratosis, including:
- Allergies.
- Autoimmune diseases.
- Chronic inflammation of the skin (dermatitis).
- Infections of the skin, including HPV (human papillomavirus).
- Genetics.
- Medications, including chemotherapy.
- Pressure or rubbing of your skin.
- Psoriatic arthritis.
- Reactions to chemicals, including tattoo ink.
- Skin infections.
- Sun exposure.
- Vitamin A deficiency.
- Forms of hyperkeratosis include:
- actinic keratosis, which causes rough, sandpaper-like patches of skin to develop as a result of excess skin exposure
- calluses
- corns
- eczema
- epidermolytic hyperkeratosis, an inherited skin disorder present at birth
- lichen planus, a condition that causes white patches to grow on the inside of the mouth
- plantar warts
- psoriasis
- Warts
- Symptoms:
- The symptoms of hyperkeratosis can vary depending on the underlying cause and the area of the body affected.
- Common symptoms include:
- Thickened Skin: Areas of skin may appear rough and thickened.
- Dryness and Scaling: The affected skin may be dry and flaky.
- Color Changes: The skin may appear darker or discolored in the affected areas.
- Itching or Pain: Some individuals may experience discomfort or itching in the affected areas.
- Treatment depends on the type of hyperkeratosis you have.
Hence option c is the correct answer.
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the Thamirabarani River, recently seen in the news:
- It is an interstate river flowing through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
- It finally empties into the Gulf of Mannar.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
Nobody has the right to pollute a water body in the name of religion, the Madras High Court recently said while flagging the large-scale dumping of clothes and other articles in the Thamirabarani river during rituals for the dead.
About Thamirabarani River:
- The Thamirabarani River – also known as the Tamraparni River or Porunai River, a rare perennial river in southern India flowing entirely through the Tamil Nadu
- The river contains a small amount of copper, which gives the river water a distinct reddish tinge.
- In Tamil, copper is called Thamiram and hence the river is named Thamirabarani.
- Poumai is its classical name in Sangam literature, where it has extensive literary references.
- Course:
- It originates from the Agastyarkoodam peak of the Pothigai hills of the Western Ghats.
- It flows entirely within Tamil Nadu before meeting the Gulf of Mannar near Tuticorin.
- Total Length: Approx. 128 km
- Major Tributaries: Gadananathi River, the Manimuthar River, and the Pachaiyar River.
- Prominent dams include:
- Papanasam Dam
- Karaiyar Dam
- Manimuthar Dam
- Servalar Dam
- Gadananathi Dam
- Major Waterfalls:
- Banatheertham Falls (132 ft, near Kariyar reservoir)
- Agasthiyar Falls
- Kalyana Theertham
- Temples like Papanasam Temple and Agasthiyar Temple are located along its banks.
- Biodiversity:
- It is one of the richest rivers in the world with fish and is dominated by more than 16 species of native snakehead fish.
- It is estimated that nearly 669 fish species are found in the river.
- All the three species of otters in India, the Eurasian otter, the smooth-coated otter, and the Asian small-clawed otter, inhabit the Thamirabarani River.
Hence only statement 2 is correct.
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
Nobody has the right to pollute a water body in the name of religion, the Madras High Court recently said while flagging the large-scale dumping of clothes and other articles in the Thamirabarani river during rituals for the dead.
About Thamirabarani River:
- The Thamirabarani River – also known as the Tamraparni River or Porunai River, a rare perennial river in southern India flowing entirely through the Tamil Nadu
- The river contains a small amount of copper, which gives the river water a distinct reddish tinge.
- In Tamil, copper is called Thamiram and hence the river is named Thamirabarani.
- Poumai is its classical name in Sangam literature, where it has extensive literary references.
- Course:
- It originates from the Agastyarkoodam peak of the Pothigai hills of the Western Ghats.
- It flows entirely within Tamil Nadu before meeting the Gulf of Mannar near Tuticorin.
- Total Length: Approx. 128 km
- Major Tributaries: Gadananathi River, the Manimuthar River, and the Pachaiyar River.
- Prominent dams include:
- Papanasam Dam
- Karaiyar Dam
- Manimuthar Dam
- Servalar Dam
- Gadananathi Dam
- Major Waterfalls:
- Banatheertham Falls (132 ft, near Kariyar reservoir)
- Agasthiyar Falls
- Kalyana Theertham
- Temples like Papanasam Temple and Agasthiyar Temple are located along its banks.
- Biodiversity:
- It is one of the richest rivers in the world with fish and is dominated by more than 16 species of native snakehead fish.
- It is estimated that nearly 669 fish species are found in the river.
- All the three species of otters in India, the Eurasian otter, the smooth-coated otter, and the Asian small-clawed otter, inhabit the Thamirabarani River.
Hence only statement 2 is correct.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) Scheme:
- It the Central Government scheme under which states and Union Territories receive interest-free financial aid for infrastructure projects.
- It is managed directly by the NITI Aayog.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: a
Explanation:
Recently, the Centre has approved all 28 major projects proposed by the Delhi government under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme.
About Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme:
- It is an important scheme of the Central government under which states and Union Territories receive interest-free financial aid for infrastructure projects.
- It is managed by the Ministry of Finance.
- SASCI was launched in 2020-21 amid the financial stress caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Salient features of SASCI Scheme:
- Under this, the Centre provides long-term, 50-year interest-free loans to states and union territories to boost capital spending.
- It also provides incentives tied to reforms and capital investment by states.
- It has an endeavor of developing end to end tourist experience, funding support to the shortlisted proposals, strengthening all points of the tourist value chain, harnessing quality expertise for design and development, sustainable operations and maintenance etc.
- Under this scheme projects have been identified based on the project proposals submitted by the concerned State Governments.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
News: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/centre-clears-financial-for-28-delhi-projects/article71213937.ece/amp/
Incorrect
Answer: a
Explanation:
Recently, the Centre has approved all 28 major projects proposed by the Delhi government under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme.
About Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme:
- It is an important scheme of the Central government under which states and Union Territories receive interest-free financial aid for infrastructure projects.
- It is managed by the Ministry of Finance.
- SASCI was launched in 2020-21 amid the financial stress caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Salient features of SASCI Scheme:
- Under this, the Centre provides long-term, 50-year interest-free loans to states and union territories to boost capital spending.
- It also provides incentives tied to reforms and capital investment by states.
- It has an endeavor of developing end to end tourist experience, funding support to the shortlisted proposals, strengthening all points of the tourist value chain, harnessing quality expertise for design and development, sustainable operations and maintenance etc.
- Under this scheme projects have been identified based on the project proposals submitted by the concerned State Governments.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
News: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/centre-clears-financial-for-28-delhi-projects/article71213937.ece/amp/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Negotiated Dealing System-Order Matching:
- It is a screen based electronic anonymous order matching system for secondary market trading in Government securities.
- It was launched by the Reserve Bank of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Bloomberg has introduced the first electronic trade in Indian government bonds (IGBs) through its terminal by directly connecting to the Negotiated Dealing System-Order Matching (NDS-OM).
About Negotiated Dealing System-Order Matching (NDS-OM):
- It was launched in 2005 by the Reserve Bank of India.
- It is a screen based electronic anonymous order matching system for secondary market trading in Government securities owned by RBI.
- Presently the membership of the system is open to entities like Banks, Primary Dealers, Insurance Companies, Mutual Funds etc.
- All central government securities, state government securities and treasury bills are tradable on the NDS-OM Web Module.
- Additionally, it allows members to negotiate bilaterally through “Request for Quote”
- The system is designed to bring transparency to secondary market transactions while enabling members to place bids and offers directly on the NDS-OM screen.
- There are two types of NDS-OM members, including:
- Direct Members: Direct members have current accounts with the RBI and can directly settle trades on NDS-OM.
- Indirect Members: Indirect members do not have current accounts with the RBI and must settle through NDS-OM members that have direct accounts.
- Most foreign institutional investors have indirect access, while resident entities may have direct access.
- Trade Settlement: Under this trades are settled at T+1 and guaranteed by Clearing Corporation of India Limited (CCIL).
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://www.business-standard.com/markets/news/bloomberg-rolls-out-electronic-platform-for-indian-government-bond-trading-126070901070_1.html
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Bloomberg has introduced the first electronic trade in Indian government bonds (IGBs) through its terminal by directly connecting to the Negotiated Dealing System-Order Matching (NDS-OM).
About Negotiated Dealing System-Order Matching (NDS-OM):
- It was launched in 2005 by the Reserve Bank of India.
- It is a screen based electronic anonymous order matching system for secondary market trading in Government securities owned by RBI.
- Presently the membership of the system is open to entities like Banks, Primary Dealers, Insurance Companies, Mutual Funds etc.
- All central government securities, state government securities and treasury bills are tradable on the NDS-OM Web Module.
- Additionally, it allows members to negotiate bilaterally through “Request for Quote”
- The system is designed to bring transparency to secondary market transactions while enabling members to place bids and offers directly on the NDS-OM screen.
- There are two types of NDS-OM members, including:
- Direct Members: Direct members have current accounts with the RBI and can directly settle trades on NDS-OM.
- Indirect Members: Indirect members do not have current accounts with the RBI and must settle through NDS-OM members that have direct accounts.
- Most foreign institutional investors have indirect access, while resident entities may have direct access.
- Trade Settlement: Under this trades are settled at T+1 and guaranteed by Clearing Corporation of India Limited (CCIL).
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://www.business-standard.com/markets/news/bloomberg-rolls-out-electronic-platform-for-indian-government-bond-trading-126070901070_1.html
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, consider the following statements:
- It is located in the state of Bihar.
- It consists of Moist Deciduous type of vegetation.
- It is drained by the tributaries of the mighty Ghagra River.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
According to the fourth rhino census the rhino population in the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve (DTR) has increased to 53.
About Dudhwa Tiger Reserve (DTR):
- Location: It is located on the Indo-Nepal border in the district of Lakhimpur-Kheri in Uttar Pradesh.
- It includes the Dudhwa National Park and two nearby sanctuaries, viz. Kishanpur and Katerniaghat.
- Topography: It is a typical Tarai-Bhabar habitat of the upper Gangetic plains biogeographic province.
- Rivers: The Sharda River flows by the Kishanpur WL Sanctuary, the Geruwa River flows through the Katerniaghat WL Sanctuary, and the Suheli and Mohana streams flow in the Dudhwa National Park, all of which are tributaries of the mighty Ghagra River.
- Vegetation: The vegetation is of the North Indian Moist Deciduous type, containing some of the finest examples of Sal forests in India.
- Flora: It mainly consists of Sal Forest along with its associate tree species like Terminalia alata (Asna), Lagerstroemia parviflora (Asidha), Adina cordifolia (Haldu), etc.
- Fauna: Tiger, leopard, Swamp deer, Rhinoceros, chital, hog deer, barking deer, Sambhar, wild boar, and Ratel.
- There are about 400 species of birds in the park, such as the Florican and black-necked storks.
Hence only statements 2 and 3 are correct.
News: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bareilly/rhino-population-in-ups-dudhwa-tiger-reserve-rises-to-53-4th-census-records-net-growth/articleshow/132346241.cms
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
According to the fourth rhino census the rhino population in the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve (DTR) has increased to 53.
About Dudhwa Tiger Reserve (DTR):
- Location: It is located on the Indo-Nepal border in the district of Lakhimpur-Kheri in Uttar Pradesh.
- It includes the Dudhwa National Park and two nearby sanctuaries, viz. Kishanpur and Katerniaghat.
- Topography: It is a typical Tarai-Bhabar habitat of the upper Gangetic plains biogeographic province.
- Rivers: The Sharda River flows by the Kishanpur WL Sanctuary, the Geruwa River flows through the Katerniaghat WL Sanctuary, and the Suheli and Mohana streams flow in the Dudhwa National Park, all of which are tributaries of the mighty Ghagra River.
- Vegetation: The vegetation is of the North Indian Moist Deciduous type, containing some of the finest examples of Sal forests in India.
- Flora: It mainly consists of Sal Forest along with its associate tree species like Terminalia alata (Asna), Lagerstroemia parviflora (Asidha), Adina cordifolia (Haldu), etc.
- Fauna: Tiger, leopard, Swamp deer, Rhinoceros, chital, hog deer, barking deer, Sambhar, wild boar, and Ratel.
- There are about 400 species of birds in the park, such as the Florican and black-necked storks.
Hence only statements 2 and 3 are correct.
News: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bareilly/rhino-population-in-ups-dudhwa-tiger-reserve-rises-to-53-4th-census-records-net-growth/articleshow/132346241.cms
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora:
- It aims to ensure that international trade in wild animals and plants is legal and does not threaten the survival of the species in the wild.
- Its secretariat is located in Geneva, Switzerland and administered by the United Nations Environment Programme.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Wildlife experts from around the world are meeting in Geneva, Switzerland for the 34th meeting of the Animals Committee of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
About Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora:
- CITES was adopted in 1973 and entered into force in 1975.
- It is a global agreement between 185 Parties (184 countries and the European Union) that regulates international trade in wild animals and plants.
- It aims to ensure that international trade in wild animals and plants is legal, sustainable and traceable, and does not threaten the survival of the species in the wild.
- Functions:
- CITES regulates international trade in specimens of species of wild animals and plants based on a system of permits and certificates issued under certain conditions.
- It covers export, re-export, import and landing from the high seas of live and dead animals and plants and their parts and derivatives, including any processed products.
- Although CITES is legally binding on the Parties – in other words, they have to implement the Convention–it does not take the place of national laws.
- CITES Secretariat: Geneva, Switzerland (administered by the United Nations Environment Programme )
- Representatives of CITES nations meet every two to three years at a Conference of the Parties (or COP) to review progress and adjust the lists of protected species, which are grouped into three categories with different levels of protection:
- Appendix I:
- It includes species threatened with extinction and provides the greatest level of protection, including a prohibition on commercial trade.
- Appendix II:
- It includes species that are not currently threatenedwith extinction but may become so without trade controls.
- Regulated trade is allowed if the exporting country issues a permit based on findings that the specimens were legally acquired and the trade will not be detrimental to the survival of the species or its role in the ecosystem.
- Appendix III:
- It includes species for which a country has asked other CITES parties to help control international trade.
- Trade in Appendix III species is regulated using CITES export permits (issued by the country that listed the species in Appendix III) and certificates of origin (issued by all other countries).
- Countries may list species for which they have domestic regulations in Appendix III at any time.
Hence both statements are correct.
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Wildlife experts from around the world are meeting in Geneva, Switzerland for the 34th meeting of the Animals Committee of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
About Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora:
- CITES was adopted in 1973 and entered into force in 1975.
- It is a global agreement between 185 Parties (184 countries and the European Union) that regulates international trade in wild animals and plants.
- It aims to ensure that international trade in wild animals and plants is legal, sustainable and traceable, and does not threaten the survival of the species in the wild.
- Functions:
- CITES regulates international trade in specimens of species of wild animals and plants based on a system of permits and certificates issued under certain conditions.
- It covers export, re-export, import and landing from the high seas of live and dead animals and plants and their parts and derivatives, including any processed products.
- Although CITES is legally binding on the Parties – in other words, they have to implement the Convention–it does not take the place of national laws.
- CITES Secretariat: Geneva, Switzerland (administered by the United Nations Environment Programme )
- Representatives of CITES nations meet every two to three years at a Conference of the Parties (or COP) to review progress and adjust the lists of protected species, which are grouped into three categories with different levels of protection:
- Appendix I:
- It includes species threatened with extinction and provides the greatest level of protection, including a prohibition on commercial trade.
- Appendix II:
- It includes species that are not currently threatenedwith extinction but may become so without trade controls.
- Regulated trade is allowed if the exporting country issues a permit based on findings that the specimens were legally acquired and the trade will not be detrimental to the survival of the species or its role in the ecosystem.
- Appendix III:
- It includes species for which a country has asked other CITES parties to help control international trade.
- Trade in Appendix III species is regulated using CITES export permits (issued by the country that listed the species in Appendix III) and certificates of origin (issued by all other countries).
- Countries may list species for which they have domestic regulations in Appendix III at any time.
Hence both statements are correct.
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsEärendil-1, recently in news is developed by:
Correct
Answer: d
Explanation:
Recently, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) authorised a company named Reflect Orbital to launch and operate a test satellite Eärendil-1 designed to deploy a large mirror in orbit around the earth.
About Eärendil-1 Satellite:
- It is the first satellite planned by US startup Reflect Orbital.
- Purpose: Its purpose is to reflect sunlight towards specific spots on the earth at nighttime.
- Working:
- It is a single satellite in a non-geostationary orbit fit with a “deployable, highly specular thin-film reflector”.
- The reflector will be motorised and can be steered to different orientations.
- It is intended to use this technology to extend the usable hours for solar panels and provide light during “critical operations” like emergency or humanitarian missions.
- Orbital Profile: The satellite will operate at a LEO altitude between 600 kilometers and 650 kilometers.
- Significance: It makes clean, abundant energy available on demand and that its technology can help alleviate energy concerns, aid with disaster responses, fulfill industrial needs and boost agriculture.
Hence option (d) is the correct answer.
News: https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/us-regulator-green-lights-mission-to-launch-giant-mirror-to-orbit/article71213314.ece
Incorrect
Answer: d
Explanation:
Recently, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) authorised a company named Reflect Orbital to launch and operate a test satellite Eärendil-1 designed to deploy a large mirror in orbit around the earth.
About Eärendil-1 Satellite:
- It is the first satellite planned by US startup Reflect Orbital.
- Purpose: Its purpose is to reflect sunlight towards specific spots on the earth at nighttime.
- Working:
- It is a single satellite in a non-geostationary orbit fit with a “deployable, highly specular thin-film reflector”.
- The reflector will be motorised and can be steered to different orientations.
- It is intended to use this technology to extend the usable hours for solar panels and provide light during “critical operations” like emergency or humanitarian missions.
- Orbital Profile: The satellite will operate at a LEO altitude between 600 kilometers and 650 kilometers.
- Significance: It makes clean, abundant energy available on demand and that its technology can help alleviate energy concerns, aid with disaster responses, fulfill industrial needs and boost agriculture.
Hence option (d) is the correct answer.
News: https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/us-regulator-green-lights-mission-to-launch-giant-mirror-to-orbit/article71213314.ece
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