Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – November 06-07, 2022 [Mock Test]
November 9, 2022 November 9, 2022
1. Druk Wangyal Khang Zhang Chortens which were in news recently are located in which of the following mountain passes?
[A] Baralacha La Pass
[B] Dochula Pass
[C] Debsa Pass
[D] Chang La Pass
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Correct Answer: B [Dochula Pass]
Notes:- Druk Wangyal Khang Zhang Chortens, all 108 of them, are located on the Dochula Pass.
- These were built under the patronage of Queen Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk. These chortens were built to honour the martyred Bhutanese soldiers who sacrificed their lives in a battle against insurgents in 2003. They also symbolise the victory of KIng Jigme Singye Wangchuk, who succeeded in removing the rebels from places where they had set up camps.
2. Which of the following rights have been recognised by UN?
- Right to equality
- Freedom from discrimination
- Freedom from Slavery
- Freedom form torturing and degrading treatment
Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:- Article 1 – right to equality
- Article 2 – freedom from discrimination
- Article 3 – Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of person
- Article 4 – No one shall be held in slavery or servitude; slavery and the slave trade shall be prohibited in all their forms
- Article 5 – No one shall be subjected to torture or to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment
- Article 6 – Everyone has the right to recognition everywhere as a person before the law.
3. Tadoba tiger reserve which is often seen in news is located in which of the following states?
[A] Goa
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Gujarat
[D] Jharkhand
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Correct Answer: B [Maharashtra]
Notes:
The Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve is situated in the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra. It is known for being the largest and oldest National Park in the state. Along with being a habitat for tigers, it is also home to various species of animals, birds, and reptiles thereby enhancing its biodiversity. The name “Tadoba” is derived from the name of the God “Tadoba” or “Taru”, while “Andhari” refers to the Andhari River that flows in this area.
