Current Affairs Quiz 13 January 2023
11. Consider the following statements regarding Godavari River:
- It is India’s second largest river after Ganga river.
- Its source is near Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra.
- Indravati and Pranhita rivers are tributaries of the Godavari River.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation:
Why this question?
- “Godavari’s estuary has become the prime habitat of Indian Skimmer” is in the news.
About Indian Skimmers
- A water bird found in the coastal estuaries of eastern and western India.
- IUCN status – Endangered
About Godavari River
- It is India’s second largest river after Ganga river, source is in Trimbakeshwar, Nasik, Maharashtra.
- It covers around 10% of India’s total geographic area.
- Godavari river has the third largest drainage basin after Ganga and Indus River.
- Tributaries:
- Left Bank: Sabri, Indravati, Purna, Kadam, Pranahita, Banganga
- Right Bank: Pravara, Manjira, Manair, Sindphana
Mahabaleshwar is the source of Krishna river.
12. Consider the following statements regarding Uranium contamination in groundwater in India:
- Punjab is the worst affected state in India.
- Overexploitation of ground water is one of main reason for ground water uranium contamination.
- As per WHO, the maximum permissible limit is 30 parts per billions (ppm) .
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation:
Why this Question?
- Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) has published a report which highlighted that 12 Indian states have uranium level in water beyond the permissible limit of 30 parts per billions (ppm).
- The state of Punjab is the worst affected state followed by Haryana.
- Reasons responsible: natural uranium in aquifer rocks, overexploitation of ground water etc.
13. Find the wrong statements about Basmati Rice of India:
(A) It is a premium variety of rice cultivated in the foothills of Himalayas.
(B) India accounts for around 2/3rd of global supply of Basmati Rice.
(C) It is known for its unique grain size, unique aroma and flavour.
(D) China is top exporter of Basmati Rice followed by India.
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Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation:
Why this question?
- FSSAI has specified identity standards for Basmati Rice.
India is the top exporting nation of Basmati Rice followed by Pakistan and China.
14. REWARD Project is related to :
(A) promotion of gender equality at workplace..
(B) adopting improved watershed management practices.
(C) Promotion of renewable energy.
(D) Improving research infrastructure in Central Universities.
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Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation:
About REWARD Project?
- Its full form is Rejuvenating Watershed for Agricultural Resilience through Innovative Development.
- It was launched to help institutions at national and state level to adopt improved watershed management practices.
- This project is supported by World Bank (WB).
15. Consider the following statements regarding Ganga Vilas Cruise:
- It is the world longest river cruise.
- It is managed by Inland Waterway Authority of India (IWAI)
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) 1 and 2
(D) Neither I nor 2
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Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation:
Why this Question?
- Recently, PM has inaugurated world’s world longest river cruise.
- It will explore historic sites on the bank of Ganga River.
- It will connect National Waterway 1 and National Waterway 2.
- It will be managed by the private operator, Inland Waterway Authority of India (IWAI) under the Ministry of Shipping, Ports and Waterways.
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