HomeQuizUPSC Daily Quiz | 19 April 2024 UPSC Daily Quiz | 19 April 2024Quiz | By Ritesh Pandit /5 Daily Quiz - 19 April 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. Which of the following statements about rogue waves is true? Rogue waves are always caused by underwater earthquakes. Rogue waves are typically less than twice the height of surrounding waves Rogue waves are more likely to occur in shallow waters. Rogue waves are unpredictable and can appear suddenly without warning. Explanation:About Rogue Waves:Rogue waves are large, unpredictable, and dangerous ocean waves that are at least twice the height of the surrounding waves.They can be formed when multiple wave crests pass through a single point, or from a combination of waves and currents.Rogue waves are rare, but they can be a threat to ocean liners, capital ships, and land structures. 2 / 5 2.Which of the following statements about the Pink bollworm is true? It is a type of fungus that affects cotton plants. It is a beneficial insect that aids in pollination. It primarily feeds on the seeds and bolls of cotton plants. It is a marine organism found in oceans and seas. Explanation:About Pink Bollworm:The pink bollworm (PBW), or Pectinophora gossypiella, is a moth that is a major pest to cotton in many regions of the world.It is known as “Pinky” because the larvae develop pink bands as they mature.The larvae are small white caterpillars with eight pairs of legs and pink bands along their backs.The PBW lays eggs on cotton bolls, which hatch into larvae that burrow into the bolls and squares, destroying the seeds and staining the lint. The larvae take on pinkish bands as they mature. 3 / 5 3. With reference to the Green Credit Programme (GCP), consider the following statements:1) It is an initiative that encourages organizations and individuals to invest in afforestation projects on degraded forest lands to earn green credits.2) Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) is responsible for overseeing the program.3) Green credits earned through GCP form the part of the Energy Conservation Act of 2001.4) The credit earned can be used by companies to meet corporate social responsibility (CSR) requirements.How many of the statements given above are correct? Only one Only Two Only Three All four Explanation:Statements 1, 2 and 4 are correct. The GCP aims to promote afforestation efforts and compensate participants with green credits. The ICFRE, an autonomous council under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, is responsible for implementing the GCP.Green credits earned can be used to compensate for forest land diversion or to fulfill environmental, social, and corporate responsibility obligations. Statement 3 is incorrect. Green credits are a separate program from the Energy Conservation Act of 2001. While they both promote environmental benefits, they function independently. 4 / 5 4 .With reference to the Leaf Litter Frog (Haddadus binotatus), consider the following statements:1) These frogs scream to defend themselves against predators.2) They are classified as "Endangered" on the IUCN List of Threatened Species.Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Both 1 and 2 Explanation:● Statement 1 is correct. Leaf litter frogs (Haddadus binotatus) are known to emit ultrasonic screams when attacked by predators. These screams are too high-pitched for humans to hear, but serve as a defense mechanism against potential threats like bats, rodents, and small primates.● Statement 2 is incorrect. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, Haddadus binotatus is classified as "Least Concern" (LC). 5 / 5 5. Which one of the following is NOT a key focus of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development's (UNCTAD) work? Trade policy analysis and recommendations Promoting investment flows and technology transfer to developing countries Assisting developing countries in commodity trade negotiations Providing legal aid in international trade disputes Explanation:The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) is a permanent intergovernmental body established in 1964 as a part of the United Nations Secretariat. It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and has a membership of 195 member states.UNCTAD's primary mission is to promote the integration of developing countries into the global economy and to help them overcome the challenges they face in the realm of trade and development.The organization focuses on various core areas such as trade, investment, technology, entrepreneurship, finance, and sustainable development. While UNCTAD does provide technical assistance and capacity building to developing countries on various aspects of international trade, it does not directly provide legal aid in trade disputes. Your score is 0% Restart quiz ]
