Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – July 07, 2022 [Mock Test]
July 7, 2022 July 7, 2022
1. Consider the following statements:
- China has introduced a “global security initiative” (GSI).
- It is based on the principle of “indivisible security”.
- China introduced it at Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit, 2022.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 & 2]
Notes:- China has introduced a “global security initiative” (GSI) based on the principle of “indivisible security” at the annual Boao Asia Forum.
- It aims to promote global peace and stability by encouraging equity and justice among countries. It aims to establish an Asian security model that substitutes “confrontation, coalition, and a zero-sum framework with communication, collaboration, and win-win outcomes.”
2. Which of the following tribes inhabit Africa?
- Masalit
- Zaghawa
- Dogon
- Siddhis
Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 1, 2 & 3
[C] Only 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: B [Only 1, 2 & 3]
Notes:- The Masalit are an ethnic group inhabiting western Sudan and eastern Chad.
- The Zaghawa people, also called Beri or Zakhawa, are a Sahelian Muslim ethnic group primarily residing in Fezzan North-eastern Chad, and western Sudan including Darfur.
- The Dogon are an ethnic group indigenous to the central plateau region of Mali, in West Africa, south of the Niger bend, near the city of Bandiagara, and in Burkina Faso.
- The Siddis are a community of African-origin Indian people living predominantly in India’s states of Karnataka and Gujarat.
3. Which of the following pairs of categories of 25th Mahaveer Awards and respective awardees are matched correctly?
- Non-violence and vegetarianism – People for Animals
- Education – Sathyanarayanan Mundayoor
- Health care – Vivekananda Mission Asram Netra Niramay Niketan
- Social service – Nagaland Gandhi Ashram
Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:
[A] Only 1, 2 & 3
[B] Only 2, 3 & 4
[C] Only 1, 2 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:- The Bhagwan Mahaveer Foundation has announced the awardees for the 25th Mahaveer Awards.
- The award for service towards the cause of non-violence and vegetarianism goes to People for Animals, Sirohi, Rajasthan.
- Social activist Sathyanarayanan Mundayoor, popularly known as Uncle Moosa, from Arunachal Pradesh has been awarded for his work in the field of education.
- The Vivekananda Mission Asram Netra Niramay Niketan of West Bengal has been recognised for its service in the field of health care.
- The Nagaland Gandhi Ashram for community and social service.
