Daily Quiz – 10th Jan 2024 By adminJanuary 11, 2024Quiz Daily Quiz - 10th Jan 2024 Daily Quiz - 10th Jan 2024 1 / 5 Consider the following phenomenaLight is affected by gravity.The Universe is constantly expanding.Matter warps its surrounding space-time.Which of the above is/are the prediction/predictions of Albert Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity, often discussed in the media? 1 and 2 only 3 only 1 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 Explanation:The bending of light by gravity can lead to the phenomenon of gravitational lensing, in which multiple images of the same distant astronomical object are visible in the sky.Albert Einstein predicted the existence of gravitational waves in 1916 in his general theory of relativity.Gravity, Einstein asserted, is caused by a warping of space and time. Gravity is the curvature of spacetime caused by massive objects.In 1917, Einstein applied the general theory of relativity to the structure of the universe as a whole. He found that the general field equations predicted a universe that was dynamic, either contracting or expanding. Since observational evidence for a dynamic universe was not known at the time, Einstein introduced a new term, the cosmological constant, for the field equations to allow him to predict a static universe. In these years the modified field equations predicted a stable universe of closed curvature according to Einstein's understanding of Mach's principle. This model is known as Einstein's world or Einstein's stable universe Explanation:The bending of light by gravity can lead to the phenomenon of gravitational lensing, in which multiple images of the same distant astronomical object are visible in the sky.Albert Einstein predicted the existence of gravitational waves in 1916 in his general theory of relativity.Gravity, Einstein asserted, is caused by a warping of space and time. Gravity is the curvature of spacetime caused by massive objects.In 1917, Einstein applied the general theory of relativity to the structure of the universe as a whole. He found that the general field equations predicted a universe that was dynamic, either contracting or expanding. Since observational evidence for a dynamic universe was not known at the time, Einstein introduced a new term, the cosmological constant, for the field equations to allow him to predict a static universe. In these years the modified field equations predicted a stable universe of closed curvature according to Einstein's understanding of Mach's principle. This model is known as Einstein's world or Einstein's stable universe 2 / 5 Consider the following statements: The United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) has a ‘Protocol against the Smuggling of Migrants by Land, Sea and Air’.The UNCAC is the ever-first legally binding global anti-corruption instrument. A highlight of the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC) is the inclusion of a specific chapter aimed at returning assets to their rightful owners from whom they had been taken illicitly.The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is mandated by its member States to assist in the implementation of both UNCAC and UNTOC. Which of the statements given above are correct? 1 and 3 only 2, 3 and 4 only 2 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Explanation:The protocol against the smuggling of Migrants by land, sea and air comes under the the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC) and not UNCAC, Hence Statement 1 is Not Correct.The United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) is the only legally binding universal anti-corruption instrument.The Convention covers many different forms of corruption, such as bribery, trading in influence, abuse of functions, and various acts of corruption in the private sector. Hence Statement 2 is Correct.United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) includes "Returning Assets to their rightful owners from whom they have been taken illicitly". Hence Statement 3 is Not Correct.The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is mandated by its Member States to assist in the implementation of both Conventions, such as UNCAC and UNTOC, along with the UN Drug Conventions of 1961, 1971 and 1988 underpin all the operational work of UNODC. Hence Statement 4 is Correct. Explanation:The protocol against the smuggling of Migrants by land, sea and air comes under the the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC) and not UNCAC, Hence Statement 1 is Not Correct.The United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) is the only legally binding universal anti-corruption instrument.The Convention covers many different forms of corruption, such as bribery, trading in influence, abuse of functions, and various acts of corruption in the private sector. Hence Statement 2 is Correct.United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) includes "Returning Assets to their rightful owners from whom they have been taken illicitly". Hence Statement 3 is Not Correct.The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is mandated by its Member States to assist in the implementation of both Conventions, such as UNCAC and UNTOC, along with the UN Drug Conventions of 1961, 1971 and 1988 underpin all the operational work of UNODC. Hence Statement 4 is Correct. 3 / 5 Consider the following statements:Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) to Reduce Short Lived Climate Pollutants is a unique initiative of G20.The CCAC focuses on methane, black carbon, and hydrofluorocarbons.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation:Climatic and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)The governments of Bangladesh, Mexico, Sweden, Ghana, Canada and the United States, along with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), in 2012, came together to initiate efforts to treat short-lived climate pollutants as a collective and urgent challenge.Together, they formed the Climate & Clean Air Coalition to support fast action on climate, food security, public health, and energy efficiency. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.After carbon dioxide, the short-lived climate pollutants like methane, tropospheric ozone, black carbon, and hydrofluorocarbons are the most important contributors to the man-made global greenhouse effect. Hence, statement 2 is correct.They are responsible for up to 45% of current global warming.If no action is taken to reduce emissions of these pollutants, they are expected to cause half of the warming by human activity. Explanation:Climatic and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)The governments of Bangladesh, Mexico, Sweden, Ghana, Canada and the United States, along with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), in 2012, came together to initiate efforts to treat short-lived climate pollutants as a collective and urgent challenge.Together, they formed the Climate & Clean Air Coalition to support fast action on climate, food security, public health, and energy efficiency. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.After carbon dioxide, the short-lived climate pollutants like methane, tropospheric ozone, black carbon, and hydrofluorocarbons are the most important contributors to the man-made global greenhouse effect. Hence, statement 2 is correct.They are responsible for up to 45% of current global warming.If no action is taken to reduce emissions of these pollutants, they are expected to cause half of the warming by human activity. 4 / 5 Who among the following can join the National Pension System (NPS)? Resident Indian citizens only Persons of age from 21 to 55 only All State Government employees joining the services after the date of notification by the respective State Governments All Central Government employees including those of Armed Forces joining the services on or after 1st April 2004 Explanation:NPS (National Pension System) is a defined contribution-based Pension Scheme launched by Government of India.EligibilityNPS is applicable to all new employees of Central Government service (except Armed Forces) and Central Autonomous Bodies joining Government service on or after 1st January 2004. NPS is applicable to all the employees of State Governments, State Autonomous Bodies joining services after the date of notification by the respective State Governments. All citizens of India between the age of 18 and 70 years as on the date of submission of his / her application to Point of Presence (POP) / Point of Presence-Service Provider (POP-SP) can join NPS. Recently, NRIs were also allowed to open the National Pension Scheme (NPS) accounts online. Explanation:NPS (National Pension System) is a defined contribution-based Pension Scheme launched by Government of India.EligibilityNPS is applicable to all new employees of Central Government service (except Armed Forces) and Central Autonomous Bodies joining Government service on or after 1st January 2004. NPS is applicable to all the employees of State Governments, State Autonomous Bodies joining services after the date of notification by the respective State Governments. All citizens of India between the age of 18 and 70 years as on the date of submission of his / her application to Point of Presence (POP) / Point of Presence-Service Provider (POP-SP) can join NPS. Recently, NRIs were also allowed to open the National Pension Scheme (NPS) accounts online. 5 / 5 The FAO accords the status of 'Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)' to traditional agricultural systems. What is the overall goal of this initiative?To provide modern technology, training in modern farming methods and financial support to local communities of identified GIAHS so as to greatly enhance their agricultural productivityTo identify and safeguard eco-friendly traditional farm practices and their associated landscapes, agricultural biodiversity and knowledge systems of the local communitiesTo provide Geographical Indication status to all the varieties of agricultural produce in such identified GIAHSSelect the correct answer using the code given below. 1 and 3 only 2 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 Explanation:In order to safeguard and support the world’s agricultural heritage systems, FAO started an initiative for the identification and the dynamic conservation of the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) in 2002. So it is not about providing modern technologies or modern practices to enhance agricultural productivity.It aims to identify, support and safeguard globally important agricultural heritage systems and their livelihoods, agricultural and associated biodiversity, knowledge systems, cultures and landscapes around the world.GI tag is accorded to products from a certain origin and not to traditional agricultural systems. Explanation:In order to safeguard and support the world’s agricultural heritage systems, FAO started an initiative for the identification and the dynamic conservation of the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) in 2002. So it is not about providing modern technologies or modern practices to enhance agricultural productivity.It aims to identify, support and safeguard globally important agricultural heritage systems and their livelihoods, agricultural and associated biodiversity, knowledge systems, cultures and landscapes around the world.GI tag is accorded to products from a certain origin and not to traditional agricultural systems. Your score isThe average score is 25% 0% Restart quiz
