UPSC CSE Prelims Exam 2022 MCQs Set 76

Q) Consider the following statements with regard to Daylight Saving Time (DST)

It is the practice of advancing clocks by one hour during spring
The practice of setting the clocks back by one hour in autumn
It’s is a mechanism to save energy

Select the CORRECT statement(s) using the codes given below

1 Only
1 and 2
2 and 3
1, 2 and 3

Answer: 4

Daylight Saving Time (DST), also known as summertime in some countries, is a mechanism to save energy and it involves resetting the clocks.
Daylight Saving Time (DST) is the practice of advancing clocks (typically by one hour) during spring (“spring forward”) and set the clocks back by one hour in autumn (“fall back”) to return to standard time. Thus, the clock timings are changed twice a year in some countries.
Currently, DST is followed by around 70 countries twice a year. In the United States, except for 2 states, all other states follow Daylight Saving Time (DST) practice and change their clock twice a year.

Q) Consider the following statements with regard to the Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULIPN) project

It is a 14-digit alphanumeric geospatial unique identification number (UIN)
ULPIN project is part of the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP)
It is launched in the state of Arunachal Pradesh

Select the INCORRECT answer using the codes given below

1 Only
3 Only
1 and 2
2 Only

Answer: 2

Recently, the Union minister of rural development and Panchayati raj, Giriraj Singh launched Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN) in Assam.
Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULIPN) project was launched in Assam on a pilot basis.
Under this project, every land parcel in Assam will have a 14-digit alphanumeric geospatial unique identification number (UIN). Thus, ULPIN will act as an “adhaar for land”.
ULPIN project is part of the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP).
DILRMP was launched in 2008 by the Government of India. It was earlier known as the National Land Record Modernization Programme (NLRMP). The objective of DILRMP is to digitize and modernize the land records and to develop a centralized land record management system in India.

Q) Consider the following statements with regard to the Halari donkeys

Halari donkey is an endangered species
Halari donkeys are white and are native to Gujarat’s Saurashtra region

Select the CORRECT statement(s) using the codes given below

1 Only
2 Only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: 3

Recently, a special convention was organized at Upleta town of Rajkot district for Gujarat’s donkey breeders.
The purpose of the special convention is to spread awareness among the pastoral community about Halari donkeys and help them appreciate the animal’s worth.
Halari donkey is an endangered species. A survey conducted in 2021-22 showed that the number of Halari donkeys in Saurashtra dipped to 439 down from 1,200 as found in the survey of 2015.
Halari donkeys are white and are native to Gujarat’s Saurashtra region. They are very docile and are used as pack animals during the migration of pastoralists and also for transportation as donkey carts. One foal (baby donkey) is valued at Rs 1 lakh and their milk is priced at around Rs 150 to Rs 250 per liter.
The donkey milk contains a high level of antioxidants, which makes it invaluable for use in cosmetic and pharmaceutical products.

Q) ‘Gender Samwaad’ is a national virtual initiative organized by:

Ministry of Women and Child Development
Ministry of Rural Development
Ministry of Home Affairs
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions

Answer: 2

The third edition of ‘Gender Samwaad’ was recently organized by the Ministry of Rural Development.
‘Gender Samwaad’ is a national virtual initiative under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM).
The objective of the ‘Gender Samwaad’ initiative is to generate awareness on the interventions of DAY-NRLM across India with a gender lens. The theme for the third edition of ‘Gender Samwaad’ was ‘Promotion of food and nutrition security through women’s collectives’.

Q) Which of the following countries/Group designates its partner as ‘permanent normal trade relations (PNTR)’ status?

USA
European Union
European Commission
United Kingdom

Answer: 1

S. President announced that the U.S. will revoke Russia’s “permanent normal trade relations (PNTR)” status. This is to punish Russia for its invasion of Ukraine.
Permanent normal trade relations status is a legal designation in the U.S. for free trade with a foreign country. In 1998, the U.S. changed the name from the most favored nation (MFN) to PNTR.
MFN status is one of the cornerstones of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
MFN status is a designation given by one country to another country. The country that is awarded MFN status will be given all trade advantages, such as low tariffs, that any other country also receives. Thus, a country that is awarded MFN status will not be treated worse than any other country with MFN status.

Q) Consider the following statements with regard to the Grameena Habba

It is a platform for rural artisans to sell handicraft, agricultural, and handloom products
It is organized by is being held by Ministry of Culture

Select the CORRECT statement(s) using the codes given below

1 Only
2 Only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: 3

‘Grameena Habba,’ a platform for rural artisans to sell handicraft, agricultural, and handloom products, is being held by NABARD’s Karnataka regional office in Bengaluru.
This event features handloom sarees, handmade arts, home decors, handwoven clothing material, natural beauty products, tribal products, jewellery, organic food products, and accessories from weavers, rural artisans, farmers, and tribes from numerous districts of Karnataka and across India.
The incomes from the sale of these items will go directly to the artisans.

Q) Consider the following statements with regard to the Pandrethan temple

It is an ancient stone temple dedicated to Lord Shiva
It is one of the best examples of classical Kashmiri architecture
It has been built by Meru, minister to King Kanishka

Select the CORRECT statement(s) using the codes given below

1 Only
1 and 2
2 and 3
1, 2 and 3

Answer: 2

Pandrethan is an ancient stone temple dedicated to Lord Shiva that lies within a square shaped tank to the north of Jhelum River.
It is located about four miles from Srinagar city. The temple, also once known as Meru Vardhana Swami, was built by Meru, minister to King Partha who ruled Kashmir from 921-931 AD.
The roof of the temple was carved out of a single piece of rock and known for its impressive designs and illustrations. The domed roof and arches of the temple are the best examples of classic Kashmiri architecture.

It hosts several excavated sculptures dating back to the 2nd century, they include:
Two large monolithic rock Shiva lingams
Seven Gandhara-style sculptures
Huge rock carving of the feet of a monolithic statue.

Q) Consider the following statements with regard to the Unified District Information System for Education (UDISE)

It was developed by the Department of School Education and Literacy in 2018-19
According to it, the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) has improved in 2020-21 at all levels of school education compared to 2019-20

Select the INCORRECT statement(s) using the codes given below

1 Only
2 Only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: 4

Unified District Information System for Education Plus (UDISE+) report 2020-21 on school education of India was recently released.
Unified District Information System for Education (UDISE) was initiated in 2012-13. It is one of the largest Management Information Systems on School Education.
UDISE+ is an updated version of UDISE, where the data from the schools is collected online and in real-time.
UDISE+ was developed by the Department of School Education and Literacy in 2018-19. In the UDISE+ system, improvements were made regarding data capture, data mapping, and verification of data.
Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) has improved in 2020-21 at all levels of school education compared to 2019-20.

Q) The largest reclining statue of Lord Buddha in India is being built in:

Bodh Gaya, Bihar
Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh
Shravasti, Uttar Pradesh

Answer: 1

The largest reclining statue of Lord Buddha in India is being built in Bodh Gaya, Bihar. India’s Buddhist pilgrimage circuit is being proactively revived and Bodh Gaya is an integral part of it.
This statue is being built by Buddha International Welfare Mission.
The statue will be 30 feet high and 100 feet long.
In the statue, Lord Buddha is in the sleeping posture.
The giant statue’s construction began in the year 2019.
This statue is being made with fiberglass and is being built by sculptors who are from Kolkata.
Lord Buddha’s idol is in the Mahaparinirvana Mudra is very important in Buddhism as he preached to his followers in this pose before attaining Mahaparinirvana.
Kushinagar in Uttar Pradesh also has an idol of Lord Buddha in this posture as this where he attained Mahaparinirvana.

Q) Exercise LAMITIYE has been conducted between:

India and Maldives
India and Sri-Lanka
India and Myanmar
India and Seychelles

Answer: 4

Recently, the Indian Army and the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) conducted the 9th Joint Military Exercise LAMITIYE-2022 at the Seychelles Defence Academy (SDA) in Seychelles.
The goal of the exercise is to share experiences gained during various operations against hostile forces in a semi-urban environment and enhance the capability to conduct joint operations.
Since 2001, Seychelles has hosted Exercise LAMITIYE which is a biennial training exercise. Exercise LAMITIYE with Seychelles is crucial and significant in terms of security challenges faced by both nations in the context of the current global situation and growing security concerns in the Indian Ocean Region.