HomeDaily QuizUPSC Daily Quiz | 31 May 2024 UPSC Daily Quiz | 31 May 2024Daily Quiz, May 2024 | By admin /5 Daily Quiz - 31 May 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 1. Vivekananda Rock Memorial is located in: Andhra Pradesh Karnataka Tamil Nadu Bangalore Explanation:Location: Vivekananda Rock Memorial is located on a small island off Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu. Surrounding Waters: It is surrounded by the Laccadive Sea, where the Bay of Bengal, the Indian Ocean, and the Arabian Sea converge. 2 / 5 2. Consider the following statements regarding AMRUT 2.0: 1) It will provide universal coverage of water supply through functional taps to only rural households in India.2) It will also promote a circular economy.3) Pey Jal Survekshan is one of the components of AMRUT 2.0.How many of the above statements is/are correct? Only one Only two All Three None Explanation:AMRUT 2.0: It was launched on 01 October, 2021 for the period of 05 years i.e. from the financial year 2021-22 to the financial year 2025-26.Statement 1 is incorrect: It is designed to provide universal coverage of water supply through functional taps to all households in all the statutory towns in the country.Statement 2 is correct:Aim: Coverage of sewerage/septage management in 500 cities covered in first phase of the AMRUT scheme.Promote circular economy of water through development of City Water Balance Plan (CWBP) for each city.Statement 3 is correct: Components: Pey Jal Survekshan: To ascertain equitable distribution of water, reuse of wastewater, mapping of water bodies and promote healthy competition among the cities /towns.Technology Sub-Mission: For water to leverage latest global technologies in the field of water.Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaign: To spread awareness among masses about conservation of water. 3 / 5 3. Genetically engineered Golden rice has rich yellow color due to the presence of: Carmoisine Zinc Beta-carotene Magnesium Explanation:Golden rice is genetically engineered to contain higher levels of the micronutrients iron and zinc in the grains while also producing beta-carotene, a precursor to vitamin A. It has its rich yellow colour due to beta-carotene. 4 / 5 4. Consider the following statements regarding the Himalayan serow:1) It is only found in the Trans Himalayan region.2) It is a carnivore.3) It is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? Only one Only two All Three None Explanation:The Himalayan serow typically inhabits altitudes between 2,000 and 4,000 meters (6,500 to 13,000 feet). Statement 1 is incorrect:It is found in the eastern, central, and western Himalayas but is absent from the Trans Himalayan region.Statement 2 is incorrect:Diet: The Himalayan serow is an herbivore, primarily feeding on a variety of plant materials.Statement 3 is incorrect:IUCN Status: The Himalayan serow is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.CITES: Appendix IWildlife Protection Act, 1972: Schedule I 5 / 5 5. What among the following is called the green gold of Odisha? Bamboo Sal seed Kendu leaves Teak wood Explanation:Kendu leaf, also known as kendu patta or bidi patta, is a type of leaf which is collected from kendu tree. The scientific name of the tree that produces the kendu leaf is Diospyros melanoxylon.Kendu leaves are traditionally used to make hand-rolled cigarettes called bidis, which are popular in India.They are used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat conditions such as diabetes, fever, and diarrhea. The leaves are also used in traditional remedies for skin diseases, respiratory problems, and inflammation.It is called the green gold of Odisha. It is a nationalized product, like bamboo and the sal seed.Kenduleaf is one of the most important non-wood forest products of Odisha. Your score is 0% Restart quiz
