Daily Quiz 8-7-23

Q5. Consider the following statements about the space programme of Arab nations.

1. Hope Probe to Mars launched in 2020 was the first-ever Arab mission to the Red Planet.

2. The UAE, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia are also signatories of the U.S.-authored Artemis Accords for crewed exploration of the Moon by 2024.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Q4. Consider the following statements about the horticulture produce in India

1. According to the Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO; 2021), India leads in the production of certain vegetables (ginger and okra) and fruits (banana, mangoes and papaya).

2. India’s share in the global horticultural market has increased to 5% from 1% during the last 5 years.

3. Total horticultural produce in India touched surpassed that of food grains during FY22

4. Around 15-20 per cent of the fruits and vegetables in India are wasted along the supply chain or at the consumer level.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Q2. Consider the following statements about the Indian participation in Bastille Day Parade to be held in France on 14TH July 2023.

1. This year the Indian Prime Minister will be the Chief Guest.

2. It is the first time that an Indian PM is invited to be the Chief Guest.

3. The Indian armed forces are also invited to participate in France’s annual military celebration.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Q1. Consider the following statements about the Cham dance.

1. The Cham dance, done with a huge mask on the face, is a practice specific to the sect of Mahayana Buddhism.

2. It is an integral part of Buddhism as developed in South Indian monasteries.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Q3. Studying gravitational waves can be done with LIGO (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory. There are currently two LIGO setups in the world – both in the U.S. A third LIGO is set to come up in which of the following countries?

A. France

B. China

C. Germany

D. None of the above