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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements with respect to the Ajivika School of Indian philosophy:
- It is an orthodox school of philosophy founded by Makkhali Goshala.
- He was contemporary of both Buddha and Mahavira.
- The Ajivika monks were known to practice extremely severe austerities.
- Buddhist and Jain texts are known for peacefully embracing the ideals of Ajivika philosophy.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
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Inspired by: Ajivika School of philosophy
https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/ajivika-school-of-philosophy/
Answer: (b)
Ajivika Philosophy (one of the heterodox schools)
- Around the 6th century BC, at the time of the Buddha, there was an explosion all across India of different schools of thought and philosophy.
- One of the most popular was the Ajivika sect. Though it had been around for ages, its most important leader Makkhali Goshala was a contemporary of both the Buddha and Mahavira.
- The Ajivikas’ central belief was that absolutely everything is predetermined by fate, or niyati, and hence human action has no consequence one way or the other.
- Like Jains, Ajiviks wore no clothes, and lived as ascetic monks in organised groups.
- They were known to practice extremely severe austerities, such as lying on nails, going through fire, exposing themselves to extreme weather, and even spending time in large earthen pots for penance!
- There was no caste discrimination and people from all walks of life joined them.
- Buddhist and Jain texts are very critical of the Ajiviks and Makkhali Goshala, which shows us that the Ajiviks must have been considered fairly important rivals of both.
- For instance, Ajivik monks were known to eat very little food, but Buddhists accused them of eating secretly!
- Jain texts describe a violent quarrel between Mahavira and Makkhali Goshal, which naturally, was won by their leader!
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Inspired by: Ajivika School of philosophy
https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/ajivika-school-of-philosophy/
Answer: (b)
Ajivika Philosophy (one of the heterodox schools)
- Around the 6th century BC, at the time of the Buddha, there was an explosion all across India of different schools of thought and philosophy.
- One of the most popular was the Ajivika sect. Though it had been around for ages, its most important leader Makkhali Goshala was a contemporary of both the Buddha and Mahavira.
- The Ajivikas’ central belief was that absolutely everything is predetermined by fate, or niyati, and hence human action has no consequence one way or the other.
- Like Jains, Ajiviks wore no clothes, and lived as ascetic monks in organised groups.
- They were known to practice extremely severe austerities, such as lying on nails, going through fire, exposing themselves to extreme weather, and even spending time in large earthen pots for penance!
- There was no caste discrimination and people from all walks of life joined them.
- Buddhist and Jain texts are very critical of the Ajiviks and Makkhali Goshala, which shows us that the Ajiviks must have been considered fairly important rivals of both.
- For instance, Ajivik monks were known to eat very little food, but Buddhists accused them of eating secretly!
- Jain texts describe a violent quarrel between Mahavira and Makkhali Goshal, which naturally, was won by their leader!
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the Green India Mission (GIM), which of the following statements is/are correct?
- GIM is one of the eight Missions outlined under India’s action plan for addressing the challenge of climate change -the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC).
- GIM was launched in 1984.
- It is aimed at protect, restore and enhance India’s diminishing forest cover and responding to climate change by a combination of adaptation and mitigation measures.
Select the correct code:
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Inspired by: India unlikely to meet carbon sink commitment
https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/india-unlikely-to-meet-carbon-sink-commitment/
Answer: (d)
Green India Mission (GIM)
- National Mission for a Green India is one of the eight Missions outlined under India’s action plan for addressing the challenge of climate change -the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC).
- GIM, launched in February 2014, is aimed at protecting, restoring and enhancing India’s diminishing forest cover and responding to climate change by a combination of adaptation and mitigation measures.
- The mission has the broad objective of both increasing the forest and tree cover by 5 million ha, as well as increasing the quality of the existing forest and tree cover in another 5 million ha of forest/ non forest lands in 10 years.
- The Mission proposes a holistic view of greening and focuses not on carbon sequestration targets alone, but also, on multiple ecosystem services, especially, biodiversity, water, biomass etc.
- It will also increase options of forest based livelihood of households living in the fringe of those landscapes where the Mission is implemented.
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Inspired by: India unlikely to meet carbon sink commitment
https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/india-unlikely-to-meet-carbon-sink-commitment/
Answer: (d)
Green India Mission (GIM)
- National Mission for a Green India is one of the eight Missions outlined under India’s action plan for addressing the challenge of climate change -the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC).
- GIM, launched in February 2014, is aimed at protecting, restoring and enhancing India’s diminishing forest cover and responding to climate change by a combination of adaptation and mitigation measures.
- The mission has the broad objective of both increasing the forest and tree cover by 5 million ha, as well as increasing the quality of the existing forest and tree cover in another 5 million ha of forest/ non forest lands in 10 years.
- The Mission proposes a holistic view of greening and focuses not on carbon sequestration targets alone, but also, on multiple ecosystem services, especially, biodiversity, water, biomass etc.
- It will also increase options of forest based livelihood of households living in the fringe of those landscapes where the Mission is implemented.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements with respect to the Mangrove forests of the Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary:
- It is located on the estuarine waters of Godavari river.
- It is second largest Mangrove forest in India after Sunderbans.
- It has been recognized as UNESCO’s world heritage site since 1991.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
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Answer: (c)
The government has begun the process to get UNESCO’s World Heritage Site status for Godavari Mangroves at Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, near Kakinada, touted to be the second largest mangroves in India.
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Answer: (c)
The government has begun the process to get UNESCO’s World Heritage Site status for Godavari Mangroves at Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, near Kakinada, touted to be the second largest mangroves in India.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the powers and functions of the speaker of the Lok Sabha, which of the given statements is/are not correct?
- The Speaker maintains discipline and decorum in the house and can punish a member for their unruly behaviour by suspending them.
- The Speaker permit the moving of various kinds of motions and resolutions such as a motion of no confidence, motion of adjournment, motion of censure and calling attention notice as per the rules.
- All comments and speeches made by members of the House are addressed to the Speaker.
- The Speaker presides over the joint sitting of both houses of the Parliament of India.
Select the correct code:
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Inspired by: Speaker of the Lok Sabha
https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/speaker-of-the-lok-sabha/
Answer: (d)
Powers and Functions of the Speaker of Lok Sabha
- The Speaker of the Lok Sabha conducts the business in house; and decides whether a bill is a money bill or not.
- She/he maintains discipline and decorum in the house and can punish a member for their unruly behaviour by suspending them.
- She/he also permit the moving of various kinds of motions and resolutions such as a motion of no confidence, motion of adjournment, motion of censure and calling attention notice as per the rules.
- The Speaker decides on the agenda to be taken up for discussion during the meeting.
- Further, all comments and speeches made by members of the House are addressed to the Speaker.
- The Speaker also presides over the joint sitting of both houses of the Parliament of India.
Incorrect
Inspired by: Speaker of the Lok Sabha
https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/speaker-of-the-lok-sabha/
Answer: (d)
Powers and Functions of the Speaker of Lok Sabha
- The Speaker of the Lok Sabha conducts the business in house; and decides whether a bill is a money bill or not.
- She/he maintains discipline and decorum in the house and can punish a member for their unruly behaviour by suspending them.
- She/he also permit the moving of various kinds of motions and resolutions such as a motion of no confidence, motion of adjournment, motion of censure and calling attention notice as per the rules.
- The Speaker decides on the agenda to be taken up for discussion during the meeting.
- Further, all comments and speeches made by members of the House are addressed to the Speaker.
- The Speaker also presides over the joint sitting of both houses of the Parliament of India.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), consider the following statements:
- IRNSS has three Satellites in geostationary and four satellites the geosynchronous orbits.
- IRNSS covers entire India and about 5500 sq. km beyond its borders.
- India will have its own satellite navigation system with full global coverage by the middle of 2019.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Inspired by: CSP 2018
Answer: (a)
- The space segment consists of the IRNSS constellation of eight satellites, NavIC. Three satellites are located in suitable orbital slots in the geostationary orbit and the remaining four are located in geosynchronous orbits with the required inclination and equatorial crossings in two different planes. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
- It is designed to provide accurate position information service to users in India as well as the region extending up to 1500 km from its boundary, which is its primary service area. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
- There are long term plans to extend it to SAARC region, but not by 2019. There are plans to add 4 more satellites to the present constellation. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.
Incorrect
Inspired by: CSP 2018
Answer: (a)
- The space segment consists of the IRNSS constellation of eight satellites, NavIC. Three satellites are located in suitable orbital slots in the geostationary orbit and the remaining four are located in geosynchronous orbits with the required inclination and equatorial crossings in two different planes. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
- It is designed to provide accurate position information service to users in India as well as the region extending up to 1500 km from its boundary, which is its primary service area. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
- There are long term plans to extend it to SAARC region, but not by 2019. There are plans to add 4 more satellites to the present constellation. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.
Pretty hard one…I like it
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