Daily Quiz 4-11-23

Q5. Consider the following statements about Biosphere Reserves.

1. World Biosphere Reserve Day is celebrated on November 3 each year to raise awareness of the importance of biosphere reserves.

2. According to UNESCO, there are currently 748 biosphere reserves across 134 countries, including 22 transboundary sites, enhancing the friendly cooperation between neighbouring countries.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Q4. Which of the following countries has passed a law revoking ratification of

Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty?

A. Russia

B. Israel

C. China

D. US

Q3. Consider the following statements about the Israel-Palestine Conflict.

1. In the 1948-49 first Arab-Israeli war, Israel had captured 23% more territories, including West Jerusalem, than what the 1947 United Nations Partition Plan for Palestine had proposed.

2. In 1967, it seized the West Bank and East Jerusalem from Jordan and the Gaza Strip and the Sinai Peninsula from Egypt, and the Golan Heights from Syria.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Q2. The ‘2+2’ Dialogue between India and the US involves

A. Defence and Home Ministers

B. Defence and Foreign Ministers

C. Foreign and Commerce Ministers

D. Commerce and Finance Ministers

Q1. Consider the following statements about the Ethics Committee.
1. The rules of the houses define the term unethical conduct.
2. The Committee can recommend criminal prosecution of the MP.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?