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Q1. Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which one of the following states?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
A forest department team has recently arrested four members of a gang allegedly involved in the illegal felling of khair trees in the Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary area.
About Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary:
It is located in the Meerut District of Uttar Pradesh.
Established in 1986, it lies alongside the northern tip of the River Ganga, flowing through the districts of Muzaffarnagar and Bijnor.
It is situated near the mediaeval town of Hastinapur, which is of cultural importance.
It is spread across an area of 2073 sq.km.
It is made up of a variety of environments, including marshes, grasslands, woodlands, and riverine ecosystems.
The Ganges River and its tributaries flow through the sanctuary, contributing to its rich biodiversity.
Vegetation: The vegetation can be classified into tall wet grasslands, dry short grasslands, scrubs, and plantations.
Flora: Dominated by Sal (Shorea robusta), Sheesham (Dalbergia sissoo), Khair (Acacia catechu), and Jamun (Syzygium cumini) trees.
Fauna:
It is home to the state animal, the Swamp Deer (Barasingha), as well as Hog Deer, Cheetal, Sambar, and the State Bird, the Saaras (Crane).
It is a part of the “Asia Flyway” project, and many migratory birds, both local and foreign, flock in numbers near the numerous water bodies present in the region.
Under Crocodile Breeding Projects, baby crocodiles are released in the Ganga River near Hastinapur.
Under the aegis of the World Wide Fund (WWF), the Turtle Rehabilitation Program also has its centre near the Hastinapur Sanctuary.
A forest department team has recently arrested four members of a gang allegedly involved in the illegal felling of khair trees in the Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary area.
About Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary:
It is located in the Meerut District of Uttar Pradesh.
Established in 1986, it lies alongside the northern tip of the River Ganga, flowing through the districts of Muzaffarnagar and Bijnor.
It is situated near the mediaeval town of Hastinapur, which is of cultural importance.
It is spread across an area of 2073 sq.km.
It is made up of a variety of environments, including marshes, grasslands, woodlands, and riverine ecosystems.
The Ganges River and its tributaries flow through the sanctuary, contributing to its rich biodiversity.
Vegetation: The vegetation can be classified into tall wet grasslands, dry short grasslands, scrubs, and plantations.
Flora: Dominated by Sal (Shorea robusta), Sheesham (Dalbergia sissoo), Khair (Acacia catechu), and Jamun (Syzygium cumini) trees.
Fauna:
It is home to the state animal, the Swamp Deer (Barasingha), as well as Hog Deer, Cheetal, Sambar, and the State Bird, the Saaras (Crane).
It is a part of the “Asia Flyway” project, and many migratory birds, both local and foreign, flock in numbers near the numerous water bodies present in the region.
Under Crocodile Breeding Projects, baby crocodiles are released in the Ganga River near Hastinapur.
Under the aegis of the World Wide Fund (WWF), the Turtle Rehabilitation Program also has its centre near the Hastinapur Sanctuary.
Q2. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Atlas Moth:
It is native to tropical and subtropical rainforest regions of Southeast Asia.
It is cultivated in some areas for its silk called fagara.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
An ‘Atlas Moth’ (Attacus atlas), recognised as the world’s largest moth, has been recently discovered in Guddehalli in Karwar of Karnataka’s Davangare district.
About Atlas Moth:
It is a massive saturniid moth native to tropical and subtropical rainforest regions of Southeast Asia.
Scientific Name: Attacus atlas
Distribution: It is widely distributed in Southeast Asia, including in Nepal, northeastern India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, southeastern China, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Taiwan.
Habitat:
It is primarily found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.
They are cultivated in some areas for their silk called fagara, which is rough and woolly.
Features:
It is one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan of over 9.8 inches.
Their wingspans are also amongst the largest, reaching over 25 cm (10 in).
Females are slightly larger than males.
The wings of an atlas moth are a beautiful mix of brown, orange, white, and pink colors.
They have clear, triangle-shaped “windows” on each wing. These windows look like they are made of glass.
Like other moths in the family Saturniidae, adults do not have working mouthparts and only live for a few days to a week.
An ‘Atlas Moth’ (Attacus atlas), recognised as the world’s largest moth, has been recently discovered in Guddehalli in Karwar of Karnataka’s Davangare district.
About Atlas Moth:
It is a massive saturniid moth native to tropical and subtropical rainforest regions of Southeast Asia.
Scientific Name: Attacus atlas
Distribution: It is widely distributed in Southeast Asia, including in Nepal, northeastern India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, southeastern China, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Taiwan.
Habitat:
It is primarily found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.
They are cultivated in some areas for their silk called fagara, which is rough and woolly.
Features:
It is one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan of over 9.8 inches.
Their wingspans are also amongst the largest, reaching over 25 cm (10 in).
Females are slightly larger than males.
The wings of an atlas moth are a beautiful mix of brown, orange, white, and pink colors.
They have clear, triangle-shaped “windows” on each wing. These windows look like they are made of glass.
Like other moths in the family Saturniidae, adults do not have working mouthparts and only live for a few days to a week.
Q3. With reference to Transit Oriented Development, consider the following statements:
It is a rural development strategy.
It aims to create the maximum possible numbers of houses, shops, offices and recreational spaces near public transport facilities.
It minimises use of personal vehicles and reduces the cost of transport and exposure to pollutants.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
Delhi Development Authority’s (DDA’s) East Delhi hub is set to roll out India’ first transit-oriented development (TOD) project.
It is an urban development strategy which aims to create the maximum possible numbers of houses, shops, offices and recreational spaces near public transport facilities.
TOD approach puts public transportation at the centre of the urban development plan.
Objectives: To minimise use of personal vehicles, make commutes shorter, and reduce the cost of transport and exposure to pollutants.
Principles of Transit Oriented Development
Transit Hub: Neighbourhoods built around a TOD strategy are built around at least one major transit node such as a metro station or other rail systems.
Multi-modal integration: Transfers between different modes of transport, such as switching from a metro to a city bus, should be a seamless process.
TOD hubs should also have open public spaces such as transit plazas and parks to increase street activity and foster a sense of community.
Pedestrian Friendly: These localities must also be friendly to pedestrians and cyclists, since one of the major thrusts of this approach is to take vehicles off the road.
Dense Mixed Use: TOD localities should be mixed-use, so that people can live, work, and relax within a small radius.
Advantages of Transit Oriented Development
To transportation agencies, it offers an additional source of non-ticket revenue.
For land-owning agencies and governments it appears as a mode of value-capture financing, which allows them to fund public projects through potential increases in land values resulting from these projects.
Delhi Development Authority’s (DDA’s) East Delhi hub is set to roll out India’ first transit-oriented development (TOD) project.
It is an urban development strategy which aims to create the maximum possible numbers of houses, shops, offices and recreational spaces near public transport facilities.
TOD approach puts public transportation at the centre of the urban development plan.
Objectives: To minimise use of personal vehicles, make commutes shorter, and reduce the cost of transport and exposure to pollutants.
Principles of Transit Oriented Development
Transit Hub: Neighbourhoods built around a TOD strategy are built around at least one major transit node such as a metro station or other rail systems.
Multi-modal integration: Transfers between different modes of transport, such as switching from a metro to a city bus, should be a seamless process.
TOD hubs should also have open public spaces such as transit plazas and parks to increase street activity and foster a sense of community.
Pedestrian Friendly: These localities must also be friendly to pedestrians and cyclists, since one of the major thrusts of this approach is to take vehicles off the road.
Dense Mixed Use: TOD localities should be mixed-use, so that people can live, work, and relax within a small radius.
Advantages of Transit Oriented Development
To transportation agencies, it offers an additional source of non-ticket revenue.
For land-owning agencies and governments it appears as a mode of value-capture financing, which allows them to fund public projects through potential increases in land values resulting from these projects.
Q4. Indi Lime, which was recently seen in news, is mainly cultivated in:
Correct
Answer: a
Explanation:
Recently, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has facilitated the first-ever air shipment of GI-tagged Indi Lime and Puliyankudi Lime to the United Kingdom.
Indi Lime is cultivated primarily in Vijayapura district of Karnataka.
It has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
Features: It is known for its superior quality, zesty aroma, high juice yield and balanced acidity.
It has distinctive flavour and geographical uniqueness make it a hallmark of the region’s agricultural excellence.
It has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
Uses: Along with its culinary applications, the lime is also valued in traditional medicine and cultural practices.
Recently, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has facilitated the first-ever air shipment of GI-tagged Indi Lime and Puliyankudi Lime to the United Kingdom.
Indi Lime is cultivated primarily in Vijayapura district of Karnataka.
It has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
Features: It is known for its superior quality, zesty aroma, high juice yield and balanced acidity.
It has distinctive flavour and geographical uniqueness make it a hallmark of the region’s agricultural excellence.
It has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
Uses: Along with its culinary applications, the lime is also valued in traditional medicine and cultural practices.
Q5. Consider the following statements regarding East Asia Summit:
It is the premier leaders-led forum which was established in 2005.
It focuses on regional cooperation in areas like Environment and education.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, the 20th East Asia Summit has adopted the Kuala Lumpur Declaration.
It is the premier Leaders-led forum for dialogue and cooperation on strategic, political, and economic issues of mutual interest and concern in East Asia region.
It was established in 2005 with the convening of the 1st Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Member countries:ASEAN Member States (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam), Australia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, and the Republic of Korea, United States and Russia.
To become a member of the EAS, countries must:
Sign the ASEAN Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC)
Be a formal dialogue partner of ASEAN
Have substantive cooperative relations with ASEAN
Six priority areas of regional cooperation within the framework of the EAS
Recently, the 20th East Asia Summit has adopted the Kuala Lumpur Declaration.
It is the premier Leaders-led forum for dialogue and cooperation on strategic, political, and economic issues of mutual interest and concern in East Asia region.
It was established in 2005 with the convening of the 1st Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Member countries:ASEAN Member States (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam), Australia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, and the Republic of Korea, United States and Russia.
To become a member of the EAS, countries must:
Sign the ASEAN Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC)
Be a formal dialogue partner of ASEAN
Have substantive cooperative relations with ASEAN
Six priority areas of regional cooperation within the framework of the EAS
Q6. Hemiphyllodactylus Venkatadri, recently in news, is a:
Correct
Answer: d
Explanation:
Recently, scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have discovered a new species of slender gecko and named it as Hemiphyllodactylus Venkatadri.
It is a new species of slender Gecko belonging to the genus Hemiphyllodactylus.
It was discovered from Tirumala hill ranges within the Seshachalam biosphere reserve in Andhra Pradesh.
It derives its name from the sacred Venkatadri Hills.
It is the second slender gecko species recorded from Andhra Pradesh, after Hemiphyllodactylus arakuensis.
Features of Hemiphyllodactylus Venkatadri
Venkatadri slender geckos are considered “small,” reaching just over 2 inches in length.
Their limbs are short, and they have “spurs” at the base of their tails.
Recently, scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have discovered a new species of slender gecko and named it as Hemiphyllodactylus Venkatadri.
It is a new species of slender Gecko belonging to the genus Hemiphyllodactylus.
It was discovered from Tirumala hill ranges within the Seshachalam biosphere reserve in Andhra Pradesh.
It derives its name from the sacred Venkatadri Hills.
It is the second slender gecko species recorded from Andhra Pradesh, after Hemiphyllodactylus arakuensis.
Features of Hemiphyllodactylus Venkatadri
Venkatadri slender geckos are considered “small,” reaching just over 2 inches in length.
Their limbs are short, and they have “spurs” at the base of their tails.
Q7.Consider the following statements regarding Model Youth Gram Sabha:
It is a simulated forum for School Children to participate in mock Gram Sabha sessions.
It is an initiative of the NITI Aayog in collaboration with the Ministry of Panchayati Raj.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: a
Explanation:
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs will jointly launch the Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) in New Delhi.
It is a simulated forum for School Children to participate in mock Gram Sabha sessions.
It is a pioneering initiative to strengthen Janbhagidari and promote participatory local governance by engaging students in simulated Gram Sabha sessions.
It is an initiative based on the Model UN – an educational simulation of the United Nations – in schools across the country
Initiative of: It is an initiative of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, in collaboration with Ministry of Education and Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
Implementation: It will be rolled out across more than 1,000 schools nationwide, including Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs), and State Government Schools.
Key Features of Model Youth Gram Sabha
Students from classes 9-12 will play the roles of sarpanch, ward members, and village-level officials, including village secretary, Anganwadi worker etc.
They will hold mock meetings of the Gram Sabha, discuss various issues, and prepare the village budget and development plans.
The Panchayati Raj Ministry will also provide a support of Rs 20,000 to each school for holding the mock Gram Sabha.
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs will jointly launch the Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) in New Delhi.
It is a simulated forum for School Children to participate in mock Gram Sabha sessions.
It is a pioneering initiative to strengthen Janbhagidari and promote participatory local governance by engaging students in simulated Gram Sabha sessions.
It is an initiative based on the Model UN – an educational simulation of the United Nations – in schools across the country
Initiative of: It is an initiative of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, in collaboration with Ministry of Education and Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
Implementation: It will be rolled out across more than 1,000 schools nationwide, including Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs), and State Government Schools.
Key Features of Model Youth Gram Sabha
Students from classes 9-12 will play the roles of sarpanch, ward members, and village-level officials, including village secretary, Anganwadi worker etc.
They will hold mock meetings of the Gram Sabha, discuss various issues, and prepare the village budget and development plans.
The Panchayati Raj Ministry will also provide a support of Rs 20,000 to each school for holding the mock Gram Sabha.
Q9. With reference to Samriddh Gram Phygital Services Pilot Project, consider the following statements:
It is aimed at transforming rural India through a seamless integration of physical and digital services.
It uses BharatNet connectivity to deliver essential services seamlessly and sustainably.
It is launched only to provide connectivity to rural areas of North Eastern States.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
Recently, the Telecom Centres of Excellence (TCoE) has signed agreements with leading implementation partners to roll out the Samriddh Gram Phygital Services Pilot project.
It is aimed at transforming rural India through a seamless integration of physical and digital services.
It is a pioneering phygital (physical + digital) Services model integrating on-ground presence with robust digital infrastructure to empower rural citizens.
It leverages BharatNet connectivity to deliver essential services seamlessly and sustainably.
Features ofSamriddh Gram Phygital Services Pilot Project:
Under this initiative three villages have been identified namely, Ari & Umri in Madhya Pradesh, Narakoduru in Andhra Pradesh, and Chaurawala in Uttar Pradesh.
Each village will host a Samriddhi Kendra which will serve as an integrated digital service hub.
The Samriddhi Kendras will deliver a comprehensive suite of services:
Education & Skilling: Smart classrooms, AR/VR-based learning, and digital skilling aligned with government schemes/initiatives.
Agriculture: IoT-based soil testing, drone support, and smart irrigation systems.
Healthcare: Teleconsultations, Health ATMs, and emergency care.
e-Governance: Assisted access to citizen services, documentation, and grievance redressal.
E-Commerce: Integration with ONDC and digital marketplaces for local entrepreneurship.
Financial Inclusion: Digital banking and payments
Connectivity Backbone: Strengthened BharatNet FTTH with a Village Area Network and public Wi-Fi hotspots.
Recently, the Telecom Centres of Excellence (TCoE) has signed agreements with leading implementation partners to roll out the Samriddh Gram Phygital Services Pilot project.
It is aimed at transforming rural India through a seamless integration of physical and digital services.
It is a pioneering phygital (physical + digital) Services model integrating on-ground presence with robust digital infrastructure to empower rural citizens.
It leverages BharatNet connectivity to deliver essential services seamlessly and sustainably.
Features ofSamriddh Gram Phygital Services Pilot Project:
Under this initiative three villages have been identified namely, Ari & Umri in Madhya Pradesh, Narakoduru in Andhra Pradesh, and Chaurawala in Uttar Pradesh.
Each village will host a Samriddhi Kendra which will serve as an integrated digital service hub.
The Samriddhi Kendras will deliver a comprehensive suite of services:
Education & Skilling: Smart classrooms, AR/VR-based learning, and digital skilling aligned with government schemes/initiatives.
Agriculture: IoT-based soil testing, drone support, and smart irrigation systems.
Healthcare: Teleconsultations, Health ATMs, and emergency care.
e-Governance: Assisted access to citizen services, documentation, and grievance redressal.
E-Commerce: Integration with ONDC and digital marketplaces for local entrepreneurship.
Financial Inclusion: Digital banking and payments
Connectivity Backbone: Strengthened BharatNet FTTH with a Village Area Network and public Wi-Fi hotspots.
Q10. Consider the following statements regarding AmazonFACE Project:
It exposes mature tropical trees to projected future CO2 concentrations.
It is supported by Brazil’s federal government and the United Kingdom.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Scientists in Brazil have launched AmazonFACE Project near Manaus, the largest city in the Amazon.
It is a field experiment that exposes mature tropical trees to projected future CO2 concentrations in an old-growth Amazon forest stand located near Manaus, Brazil.
This is the first experiment in a natural forest of this size in the tropics.
Technology: The project uses Free-Air CO2 Enrichment (FACE) technology to increase understanding of the functioning of the world’s largest tropical forest in light of climate change.
How it works?
Six rings of steel towers loom above the jungle canopy, each surrounding groups of 50 to 70 mature trees.
Scientists will fumigate trees in three of the rings with carbon dioxide at levels simulating climate forecasts for coming decades, while the rest serve as control samples.
Sensors record the forest’s response to changing conditions like absorption of carbon dioxide, oxygen and water vapor release in response to rain, storms and sunshine every 10 minutes.
Supported by: The project is supported by Brazil’s federal government and the United Kingdom.
Scientists in Brazil have launched AmazonFACE Project near Manaus, the largest city in the Amazon.
It is a field experiment that exposes mature tropical trees to projected future CO2 concentrations in an old-growth Amazon forest stand located near Manaus, Brazil.
This is the first experiment in a natural forest of this size in the tropics.
Technology: The project uses Free-Air CO2 Enrichment (FACE) technology to increase understanding of the functioning of the world’s largest tropical forest in light of climate change.
How it works?
Six rings of steel towers loom above the jungle canopy, each surrounding groups of 50 to 70 mature trees.
Scientists will fumigate trees in three of the rings with carbon dioxide at levels simulating climate forecasts for coming decades, while the rest serve as control samples.
Sensors record the forest’s response to changing conditions like absorption of carbon dioxide, oxygen and water vapor release in response to rain, storms and sunshine every 10 minutes.
Supported by: The project is supported by Brazil’s federal government and the United Kingdom.
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