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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following given below releases the global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI)?
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As many as 41.5 crore people exited poverty in India during the 15-year period between 2005-06 and 2019-21, out of which two-thirds exited in the first 10 years, and one-third in the next five years, according to the global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI).
The report is produced by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI).Incorrect
As many as 41.5 crore people exited poverty in India during the 15-year period between 2005-06 and 2019-21, out of which two-thirds exited in the first 10 years, and one-third in the next five years, according to the global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI).
The report is produced by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI). -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsFor which of the categories given below are the Sahitya Akademi Awards provided in India?
1. Poetry anthology
2. Novels
3. Short story collections
4. Essays
5. Literary study
How many of the above options is/are correct?Correct
The names of the recipients of the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Awards were announced recently.
The list of works that were deemed eligible by the Akademi for awards includes six novels, nine poetry anthologies, five short story collections, three essays, and one literary study.
The award was presented in the shape of a casket containing an engraved copper plaque. It also included a cash prize – a lump sum of Rs 1,00,000.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/sahitya-akademi-awards-23-neelam-saran-gours-historic-novel-requiem-in-raga-janaki-wins-in-english-a-look-at-all-recipients/articleshow/106174746.cmsIncorrect
The names of the recipients of the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Awards were announced recently.
The list of works that were deemed eligible by the Akademi for awards includes six novels, nine poetry anthologies, five short story collections, three essays, and one literary study.
The award was presented in the shape of a casket containing an engraved copper plaque. It also included a cash prize – a lump sum of Rs 1,00,000.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/sahitya-akademi-awards-23-neelam-saran-gours-historic-novel-requiem-in-raga-janaki-wins-in-english-a-look-at-all-recipients/articleshow/106174746.cms -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsWhich of the the following statements regarding IN-SPACe is/are correct?
1. It is India’s first private agency responsible for promoting and authorizing various space activities for non-governmental entities (NGEs).
2. It acts as a single-point interface between Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), and everyone who wants to participate in space-related activities or use India’s space resources.
Select the correct answer using the codes given belowCorrect
Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is correct.
The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) has unveiled a decadal vision and strategy for the Indian space economy, aiming to significantly boost its growth.What is IN-SPACE?
IN-SPACe is India’s single-window autonomous agency under the Department of Space, responsible for promoting and authorizing various space activities for non-governmental entities (NGEs).
It was launched in 2020 to provide a level playing field for private companies to use Indian space infrastructure
It acts as a single-point interface between Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), and everyone who wants to participate in space-related activities or use India’s space resources.Incorrect
Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is correct.
The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) has unveiled a decadal vision and strategy for the Indian space economy, aiming to significantly boost its growth.What is IN-SPACE?
IN-SPACe is India’s single-window autonomous agency under the Department of Space, responsible for promoting and authorizing various space activities for non-governmental entities (NGEs).
It was launched in 2020 to provide a level playing field for private companies to use Indian space infrastructure
It acts as a single-point interface between Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), and everyone who wants to participate in space-related activities or use India’s space resources. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Alvars and Nayanars.
1. They disapproved the caste-based discrimination in India.
2. They did not produce any written compositions.
3. Women devotees were also allowed within the Sangha.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
Statements 1 and 3 are correct.
Some historians suggest that the Alvars and Nayanars initiated a movement of protest against the caste system and the dominance of Brahmanas or at least attempted to reform the system. To some extent this is corroborated by the fact that bhaktas hailed from diverse social backgrounds ranging from Brahmanas to artisans and cultivators and even from castes considered “untouchable”.
The compositions of Andal, a woman Alvar, were widely sung. Another woman, Karaikkal Ammaiyar, a devotee
of Shiva, adopted the path of extreme asceticism in order to attain her goal.
One of the major anthologies of compositions by the Alvars, the Nalayira Divyaprabandham, was frequently described as the Tamil Veda, thus claiming that the text was as significant as the four Vedas in Sanskrit that were
cherished by the Brahmanas.Incorrect
Statements 1 and 3 are correct.
Some historians suggest that the Alvars and Nayanars initiated a movement of protest against the caste system and the dominance of Brahmanas or at least attempted to reform the system. To some extent this is corroborated by the fact that bhaktas hailed from diverse social backgrounds ranging from Brahmanas to artisans and cultivators and even from castes considered “untouchable”.
The compositions of Andal, a woman Alvar, were widely sung. Another woman, Karaikkal Ammaiyar, a devotee
of Shiva, adopted the path of extreme asceticism in order to attain her goal.
One of the major anthologies of compositions by the Alvars, the Nalayira Divyaprabandham, was frequently described as the Tamil Veda, thus claiming that the text was as significant as the four Vedas in Sanskrit that were
cherished by the Brahmanas. -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following were the typical features of Islamic architecture in India?
1. Use of arches and vaults in construction
2. Worship of human figures on sculptures
3. Utilisation of kiosks and tall towers
Select the correct answer codeCorrect
Statements 1 and 3 are correct.
The Islamic style also incorporated many elements from the traditional Indian style and a compound style emanated. The introduction of decorative brackets, balconies, pendentive decorations, etc in the architecture is an example in this regard. The other distinguishing features of Indo-Islamic architecture are the utilisation of kiosks (chhatris), tall towers (minars) and half-domed double portals.
The buildings and other edifices are generally decorated richly in geometrical and arabesque designs.Incorrect
Statements 1 and 3 are correct.
The Islamic style also incorporated many elements from the traditional Indian style and a compound style emanated. The introduction of decorative brackets, balconies, pendentive decorations, etc in the architecture is an example in this regard. The other distinguishing features of Indo-Islamic architecture are the utilisation of kiosks (chhatris), tall towers (minars) and half-domed double portals.
The buildings and other edifices are generally decorated richly in geometrical and arabesque designs.
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