UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: February 22, 2025
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1. With respect to solar coronal holes, consider the following statements:
- Coronal holes are associated with high-speed solar winds that can impact Earth’s magnetic field.
- Coronal holes were first discovered using infrared satellites in the 1980s.
Which of the above is/are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:- Coronal holes are associated with high-speed solar winds that can impact Earth’s magnetic field. Correct: Coronal holes are indeed associated with high-speed solar winds, which can reach speeds of 450-800 km/sec and can impact Earth’s magnetic field, causing geomagnetic storms.
- Coronal holes are indeed associated with high-speed solar winds, which can reach speeds of 450-800 km/sec and can impact Earth’s magnetic field, causing geomagnetic storms. Incorrect: Coronal holes were discovered in the 1970s, not the 1980s, using X-ray satellites, specifically through observations in X-ray and extreme ultraviolet wavelengths.
2. In context with major irrigation projects in India, consider the following statements:
- The Bhakra Nangal Dam is located on the Yamuna River and is one of the highest gravity dams in India.
- The Sardar Sarovar Dam is part of the Narmada Valley Development Project and provides water to four Indian states.
- The Tehri Dam is the highest dam in India and is located on the Mahanadi River
- The Hirakud Dam is built on the Mahanadi River and is one of the longest dams in the world.
How many of the above statements are correct?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] Only three
[D] All four
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Correct Answer: B [Only two]
Notes:- The Bhakra Nangal Dam is located on the Yamuna River and is one of the highest gravity dams in India: This is incorrect. The Bhakra Nangal Dam is located on the Sutlej River, not the Yamuna.
- The Sardar Sarovar Dam is part of the Narmada Valley Development Project and provides water to four Indian states: This is correct. It benefits Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan.
- The Tehri Dam is the highest dam in India and is located on the Mahanadi River: This is incorrect. The Tehri Dam is indeed the highest, but it is on the Bhagirathi River, a tributary of the Ganges.
- The Hirakud Dam is built on the Mahanadi River and is one of the longest dams in the world: This is correct. It stretches over 25.8 km.
3. With reference to Peatlands, which of the following observations is/are correct?
- Peatlands occupy 10 percent of the Earth’s surface.
- Peatlands are primarily located in tropical regions.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: D [Neither 1 nor 2]
Notes:- Peatlands occupy 10 percent of the Earth’s surface. Incorrect: Peatlands occupy only 3 percent of the Earth’s surface, not 10 percent
- Peatlands are primarily located in tropical regions. Incorrect: While peatlands can be found in tropical regions, they are primarily located in boreal and temperate regions, making the statement misleading
4. With respect to the Soil Health Card Scheme, consider the following statements:
- The Soil Health Card Scheme was launched to provide farmers with information on soil nutrient status and fertilizer recommendations.
- The Soil Health Card contains data on 50 parameters, including macro-nutrients and pH levels.
- Under these, village youth and farmers up to 40 years of age are eligible to set up Soil Health Laboratories and undertake testing.
Which of the above is/are correct?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] All three
[D] None
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Correct Answer: B [Only two]
Notes:- The Soil Health Card Scheme was launched to provide farmers with information on soil nutrient status and fertilizer recommendations. Correct: The Soil Health Card Scheme indeed provides farmers with information on the nutrient status of their soil and recommendations for fertilizer use, aimed at improving soil health and fertility.
- The Soil Health Card contains data on 50 parameters, including macro-nutrients and pH levels. Incorrect: The Soil Health Card actually contains data on 12 parameters, not 10, which include macro-nutrients like N, P, K, and micro-nutrients like Zn, Fe, Cu, as well as pH, EC, and OC.
- Under these, village youth and farmers up to 40 years of age are eligible to set up Soil Health Laboratories and undertake testing. Correct: The Soil Health Card Scheme along with other projects (National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture) for soil health management has created jobs for the agrarian youth. Under these, village youth and farmers up to 40 years of age are eligible to set up Soil Health Laboratories and undertake testing.
5. In context with Navika Sagar Parikrama II, consider the following statements:
- INSV Tarini is named after a Hindu goddess associated with water and navigation.
- This initiative underscores the Indian Navy’s commitment to gender empowerment and maritime excellence.
- The extreme cold and storms, especially in the Southern Ocean, made global circumnavigation highly challenging.
Which of the above is/are correct?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] All three
[D] None
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Correct Answer: C [All three]
Notes:- INSV Tarini is named after a Hindu goddess associated with water and navigation. Correct: The vessel is named after the Hindu goddess Tarini, who is often associated with water and navigation, symbolizing the courage and strength of women in maritime pursuits.
- This initiative underscores the Indian Navy’s commitment to gender empowerment and maritime excellence. Correct: The Navika Sagar Parikrama initiative underscores the Indian Navy’s commitment to gender empowerment and maritime excellence. It crewed by two women officers-Lieutenant Commander Dilna K and Lieutenant Commander Roopa A aims to promote ocean sailing, self-reliance, and India’s rich maritime heritage.
- The extreme cold and storms, especially in the Southern Ocean, made global circumnavigation highly challenging. Correct: The harsh cold climate and stormy weather, particularly in the Southern Ocean, made circumnavigating the globe an extremely daunting and challenging endeavor.
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