June 14, 2021 - Daily Quiz
1. Consider the following:
1. The Constitution of India provides that the appointment of the chief election commissioner and other election commissioners shall be made by the president.
2. They hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
(a) Only 1 is correct
(b) Only 2 is correct
(c) Both 1 and 2 are correct
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
2. Consider the following.
1. A thin layer of ozone is present in upper part of earth’s atmosphere called ionosphere.
2. The ozone layer serves as a natural filter for blocking deadly incoming UV radiation from the sun.
(a) Only 1 is incorrect
(b) Only 2 is incorrect
(c) Both 1 and 2 are incorrect
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 is incorrect
3. Consider the following statements w.r.t. ‘Biosphere Reserves’.
1. Biosphere Reserves was launched in 1975 as a part of United Nation Conference on Sustainable Development in Stockholm.
2. The buffer zone is part of biosphere reserve where greatest activity is allowed and foster human development.
3. There are 18 notified biosphere reserves in India.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect?.
(a) 1,2,3
(b) 1 & 3
(c) 3 only
(d) 1 & 2
4. Consider the following statements:
1. Pygmy Hog is a critically endangered species and is found only in Mizoram.
2. Purple frog is found only in the rainforests of Western Ghats in India.
3. Brow Antlered deer is critically endangered and found only in Keibul Lamjao National Park.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
(a) 1,2,3
(b) 1 only
(c) 2 only
(d) 1 & 2
5. Consider the following statements regarding appointment of United Nations (UN) Secretary-General:
1. He/She is appointed by the General Assembly on the recommendation of the Security Council.
2. His/her selection is subject to the veto of any of the five permanent members of the Security Council.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answers
1-(c)
https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1725661
2-(a)
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-what-to-read-in-ozone-hole-size-6110708/
Ozone is a highly reactive molecule containing three oxygen atoms.The upper part of the earth’s atmosphere, between 10 and 50 km above the earth surface called stratosphere contains a thin layer of ozone. Ozone in the stratosphere protects life on Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation and is therefore often called 'good' ozone. This in contrast to ozone in the troposphere, the lowest layer of the atmosphere, where it is an air pollutant and can be harmful to humans, animals and vegetation
3-(d)
https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2020/jun/23/what-awaits-indias-bio-reserves-2159997.html
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/simplipal-forest-fire-explained-7213375/
The concept of Biosphere Reserves (BR) was launched in 1975 as a part of UNESCO’s Man and Biosphere Programme, dealing with the conservation of ecosystems and the genetic material they contain. Biosphere reserves have three interrelated zones that aim to fulfil three complementary and mutually reinforcing functions: The core area(s) comprises a strictly protected ecosystem that contributes to the conservation of landscapes, ecosystems, species and genetic variation. The buffer zone surrounds or adjoins the core areas, and is used for activities compatible with sound ecological practices that can reinforce scientific research, monitoring, training and education. The transition area is the part of the reserve where the greatest activity is allowed, fostering economic and human development that is socio-culturally and ecologically sustainable. The first biosphere reserve of the world was established in 1979, since then the network of biosphere reserves has increased to 631 in 119 countries across the world. Presently, there are 18 notified biosphere reserves in India.
4-(c)
Pygmy Hog is a critically endangered species found only in Assam.
Purple Frog found only in the rainforest of Western Ghats in India and spends most of its life underground. These uniquely purple frogs are also known as pig-nose frog.
Sangai also called brow antlered deer is endemic and endangered species of deer, found only in KeibulLamjao National Park of Manipur. The KeibulLamjao Park is a marshy wetland located in the southern parts of the Loktak Lake.
5-(c)
https://www.un.org/en/delegate/ant%C3%B3nio-guterres-nominated-security-council-second-term#:~:text=The%20Security%20Council%20has%20formally,General%20Assembly%20for%20formal%20approval.
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