MCQS
Q1:
Which of the following are main reasons responsible for the occurrence of Landslides:
- Construction and developmental activities in the region
- Shifting cultivation
- Characteristics of the material
- 1 and 2 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 1, 2, and 3
Answer : d
Explanation
Landslide is defined as the movement of a mass of rock, debris, or earth down a slope.
They are a type of mass wasting, which denotes any downward movement of soil and rock under the direct influence of gravity.
Landslides are caused due to three major factors: Geology, Morphology, and Human activity.
Geology refers to characteristics of the material. The earth or rock might be weak or fractured, or different layers may have different strengths and stiffness.
Morphology refers to the structure of the land. For example, slopes that lose their vegetation to fire or drought are more vulnerable to landslides. Vegetation holds soil in place, and without the root systems of trees, bushes, and other plants, the land is more likely to slide away.
Human activity which includes agriculture (including Shifting agriculture) and construction and developmental activities increase the risk of a landslide.
Q2:
With reference to Pulikkalli, which of the following is/are correct?
- Pulikkali is a recreational folk art from the state of Kerala.
- It is performed on the occasion of new year in Kerala.
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Answer : a
Explanation
Pulikkali is a recreational folk art from the state of Kerala. Puli means Leopard/Tiger and Kali means Play in Malayalam. The main theme of this folk art is tiger hunting with participants playing the role of tiger and hunter. Performers paint their bodies like tigers and hunters and dance on streets to the beats of traditional percussion instruments such as thakil, udukku and chenda.
It is performed on the fourth day of Onam celebrations.
Q3:
With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar, which of the following is/are correct?
- It was formerly known as the National Child Award for Exceptional Achievement.
- It is India’s Highest Civilian Honour bestowed upon exceptional achievers under the age of 15.
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Answer : a
Explanation
The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar was formerly known as the National Child Award for Exceptional Achievement.
It is India’s Highest Civilian Honour bestowed upon exceptional achievers under the
age of 18. These awards are given by the President of India in the week preceding
Republic Day every year.
The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar is given under two categories which are Bal Shakti Puraskar and Bal Kalyan Puraskar.
Q4:
With reference to Bhavishya portal, consider the following statements and choose the correct option :
- It is being implemented by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
- This portal will help in integrating the electronic Pension Payment Order (e-PPO) with Digi Locker.
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Answer : b
Explanation
Bhavishya portal is an online Pension Sanction and Payment Tracking System
implemented by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions.
This portal will help in integrating the electronic Pension Payment Order (e-
PPO) with DigiLocker.
Bhavishya portal will provide an option to retiring employees, to link their Digilocker
account with their “Bhavishya” account and obtain their e-PPO in a seamless manner.
The decision has been taken to enhance ease of living of central government civil
pensioners. e-PPO is generated through the Public Finance Management System (PFMS).
Q5:
With reference to Export Preparedness Index 2020, consider the following statements and choose the correct option:
- It is released by the World Economic Forum.
- It scrutinizes the regulatory framework for export of different countries.
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Answer : d
Explanation
Export Preparedness Index (EPI) report 2020 is released by the NITI Aayog in partnership with the Institute of Competitiveness.
Its aim is to identify challenges and opportunities, enhance the effectiveness of
government policies and encourage a facilitative regulatory framework for export of
India and its states. The index took into consideration 11 pillars viz. export promotion policy;
institutional framework; business environment; infrastructure; transport connectivity; access to finance; export infrastructure; trade support; R&D infrastructure; export diversification; and growth orientation.
Gujarat has topped the overall EPI 2020 followed by Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu.
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