Daily MCQs – 26th Oct 23
Q1. Consider the following statements :
- Nearly 75% of India’s transshipment cargo is handled at ports outside India.
- Vizhinjam Port is India’s first international deepwater transshipment port.
- Establishing a transshipment hub in India can help in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI).
- The east coast in India has more ports than the west coast because of its strategic trade significance.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
Answer: (c)
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: India has 13 major ports but lacks infrastructure for handling ultra-large container ships. About 75% of India’s transshipment cargo is managed at foreign ports like Colombo, Singapore and Klang.
Statement 2 is correct: Vizhinjam Port is India’s first international deepwater transshipment port. It is also the first greenfield port project to receive viability gap funding from the government of India. It is located in Kerala.
Statement 3 is correct: Establishing a transshipment hub in India offers several advantages such as:
- Forex savings (saving foreign exchange)
- Attracting foreign direct investment (FDI)
- Creating job opportunities
- Encourages various associated businesses such as ship repair services, crew change facilities, logistics value-added services, Warehousing among others.
- Enhancing operational and logistics efficiency.
Statement 4 is incorrect: The west coast of India has more ports than the east coast due to deeper Sea, more developed coastline, Closer to shipping routes, more favorable climate for shipping, with fewer storms and cyclones.
Q2. With reference to Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) consider the following statements :
- Lymphatic Filariasis is a bacterial disease caused by Salmonella enterica.
- In India, the government is conducting Targeted Drug Administration (TDA) campaign to eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis (LF).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (d)
Explanation:
Statements 1 is incorrect: Lymphatic filariasis commonly known as elephantiasis is a neglected tropical disease. It is a parasitic disease caused by thread-like worms called filarial nematodes. The disease is transmitted to humans through the bites of infected mosquitoes. Lao People’s Democratic Republic and Bangladesh has eliminated lymphatic filariasis (LF).
Statements 2 is incorrect: India aims to eliminate Filariasis by 2027, three years ahead of the global target. For this, Government of India has launched a five-pronged strategy for elimination of LF. The five pillars are as follows:
- Mass drug administration (MDA)/Multi-drug Administration Campaign (MDA) twice a year synchronized with National Deworming Day (10th Feb and 10th August),
- Early diagnosis and treatment; engagement of medical colleges for strengthening Morbidity management and disability (MMDP) services,
- Integrated Vector Control with multi sectoral coordinated efforts,
- For inter sectoral convergence with allied departments and ministries,
- Leveraging existing digital platforms for LF and exploring alternate diagnostics.
Q3. Consider the following statements :
- Coriolis effect is zero at the equator and maximum at the poles.
- Winds appear to be deflected left in northern hemisphere due to Coriolis effect.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (a)
Explanation:
Q4. Repiti discountinuity is found between?
(a) Outer Mantle and Inner Mantle
(b) Outer Core and Inner Core
(c) Mantle and Core
(d) Lithosphere and Mantle
Answer: (a)
Explanation:
In the upper mantle pressure is lower so rocks are less rigid. This softer, plastic rock part of the mantle is the asthenosphere. Transition between outer mantle and inner mantle is known as Repiti discontinuity. There is Gutenberg discontinuity between mantel and core.
Q5. Consider the following statements about Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) :
- It was established in 1927.
- It is a non-government, not-for-profit organisation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (c)
Explanation:
Statements 1 is correct: Established in 1927, FICCI is the largest and oldest apex business organisation in India. Its history is closely interwoven with India’s struggle for independence, its industrialization, and its emergence as one of the most rapidly growing global economies.
Statements 2 is correct: A non-government, not-for-profit organisation, FICCI is the voice of India’s business and industry. From influencing policy to encouraging debate, engaging with policy makers and civil society, FICCI articulates the views and concerns of industry. It serves its members from the Indian private and public corporate sectors and multinational companies, drawing its strength from diverse regional chambers of commerce and industry across states, reaching out to over 2,50,000 companies. FICCI provides a platform for networking and consensus building within and across sectors and is the first port of call for Indian industry, policy makers and the international business community