HomeDaily QuizUPSC Daily Quiz | 26 November 2024 UPSC Daily Quiz | 26 November 2024Daily Quiz, November | By admin | November 26, 2024 /5 Daily Quiz - 26 November Tarun IAS offers a variety of courses and resources for UPSC aspirants, including a section for daily current affairs and quizzes. The institute was established with the goal of providing high-quality education and preparing students for the IAS exams. They aim to offer education that is up to date, challenging, and accessible regardless of the student's location or the time of dayTarun IAS emphasizes the importance of Current Affairs in both the prelims and mains of the UPSC exams, offering extensive materials and notes on the subject. Her For the most current and specific daily MCQs related to current affairs or any other subject, please click on the link below. 1 / 5 Q1. Which of the following statements about Raja Raja Chola I is correct? Raja Raja Chola I was born as Arulmozhi Varman in 1014 CE and built the Meenakshi Temple in Madurai. He undertook military expeditions to Sri Lanka and prefaced stone records with major events of his reign. The Sadhaya Vizha commemorates Raja Raja Chola Iโs military conquests and is observed in the Tamil month of Chithirai. Raja Raja Chola Iโs reign was limited to southern Tamil Nadu, and he did not extend his influence to the Maldives. Relevance: The birth anniversary of the legendary Chola emperor Raja Raja Chola I is celebrated with unparalleled fervour and devotion every year during the Sadhaya Vizha in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.Explanation:Raja Raja Chola IBorn as Arulmozhi Varman in 947 CE, he rose to become one of history's most illustrious and visionary rulers.Rajaraja is regarded as Ulakalanda Perumel (the great one who measured the earth like Trivikrama) and as Shiva who established control over the land of Bhargava Rama.Raja Raja's reign, from 985 to 1014 CE, encompassed the whole of southern India, part of Ceylon and the Maldive and Laccadive archipelagos.The Cholas undertook military expeditions to Sri Lanka (during the time of Rajaraja I) and SriVijaya (during the time of Rajendra I).He decorated himself with high-sounding titles of Jayangonda, Pandya-kulasani, Singalantaka, Colamartanda, and Telingakulakala.He started prefacing stone records (official prasasti) with a set description of the major events of his reign.Sri Brahadeeswarar Temple (Big Temple) also called Rajarajesvaram was built during his reign, and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Great Living Chola Temples.The Sadhaya Vizha is a festival typically observed in the Tamil month of Aippasi (mid-October to mid-November) to commemorate the birth anniversary of the great Chola King Raja Raja Cholan. The Brihadeeswarar Temple hosts this celebration every year.ย Therefore, option (b) is the correct answer.Subject: Current Affairs | MiscellaneousLevel of Difficulty: Moderate | Factual 2 / 5 Q2. Which of the following best describes the objective of the One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) scheme? To provide affordable and accessible digital services to all citizens of India. To streamline the process of obtaining various government licenses and permits. To promote indigenous manufacturing and reduce reliance on imports. To consolidate the subscription to academic journals and research publications under a centralized system. Relevance: The Union Cabinet has approved the Central Sector Scheme,ย One Nation One Subscription (ONOS).Explanation:One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) schemeAim:ย To consolidate the subscription to academic journals and research publications under a centralized system.It enables access to all journal articles in India through a single centrally negotiated payment model.The scheme will replace individual institutional subscriptions with a national-level subscription, ensuring uniform access to research content.Funding and Duration:ย The central government has allocated โน6,000 croreย for the period of 3 years fromย 2025 to 2027.Therefore, option (d) is the correct answer.Subject: Current Affairs | SchemesLevel of Difficulty: Easy | Factual 3 / 5 Q3. Which of the following statements best describes the objective of Atal Innovation Mission (AIM)? To promote large-scale industrialization in India under public sector enterprises. To strengthen India's innovation ecosystem and promote inclusivity through programs like the Language Inclusive Program of Innovation (LIPI). To foster innovation at the grassroots level by supporting students, startups, and entrepreneurs through various programs. To launch new digital currency initiatives and promote blockchain technology for financial inclusion. Relevance: The Cabinet approved the continuation ofย Niti Aayogโs flagship initiative Atal Innovation Mission (AIM)ย till March 31,ย 2028.Explanation:Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) is an initiative under NITI Aayogย launched in 2016.It aimsย to foster innovation at the grassroots level by providing support to students, startups, and entrepreneurs.ย AIM 2.0ย is a step towards Viksit Bharat that aims to expand, strengthen, and deepen Indiaโs already vibrant innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.It aims toย break the language barrierย through the Language Inclusive Program of Innovation (LIPI) and 30 vernacular innovation centres.Therefore, option (c) is the correct answer.Subject: Current Affairs | SchemesLevel of Difficulty: Easy | Factual 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements regarding the Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) telescope:1) It is currently the highest imaging Cherenkov telescope in the world.2) It is a collaborative project between ISRO, DRDO, and NASA.3) It captures Cherenkov radiation to study high-energy gamma rays.How many of the above statements are correct? Only one Only two All three None Relevance: The Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) telescope, inaugurated inย Hanle, Ladakh.Explanation:The Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) telescope is built collaboratively byย Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), and Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA). (Hence, statement 2 is not correct)Located at aroundย 4.3 km above sea level, it is theย highest imaging Cherenkov telescopeย in the world. (Hence, statement 1 is correct)Working PrincipleGamma rays interact with atmospheric molecules, creatingย electron-positron showers.The charged particles emitย blue light (Cherenkov radiation)ย when moving faster than the speed of light in air.MACE captures Cherenkov radiation using its light collector and camera, allowing indirect study of high-energy gamma rays. (Hence, statement 3 is correct)It will help to explore astrophysical phenomenaย near black holes, gamma-ray pulsars, blazars, and gamma-ray bursts.Therefore, option (b) is the correct answer.Subject: Current Affairs | S&TLevel of Difficulty: Moderate | Factual 5 / 5 Q5. Baalbek, Tyre, and Anjar were in the news recently in which of the following contexts? A new archaeological discovery that sheds light on ancient Phoenician civilization. A proposal to develop these sites into major tourist destinations. Concerns about the potential damage to these UNESCO World Heritage Sites due to ongoing conflicts. A diplomatic dispute between Lebanon and Syria over the ownership of these sites. Relevance: Cultural professionals have urged the United Nations to take immediate measures to protect Lebanonโs world heritage sites against Israeli attacks.Explanation:Lebanon is home to some of the most iconicย UNESCO World Heritage Sitesย likeย Baalbek, Tyre, and Anjar.Baalbek:ย It is situated in eastern Lebanon, near the Syrian border.Tyre:ย It is a port city on Lebanonโs Mediterranean coast.Anjar:ย It is located in the Bekaa Valley.The petition emphasizes enforcing international laws like theย 1954 Hague Convention to safeguard cultural heritageย during armed conflicts.Therefore, option (c) is the correct answer.Subject: Current Affairs | IRLevel of Difficulty: Easy | Factual Your score is 0% Restart quiz