Current Affairs Quiz by staff-login | Nov 16, 2023 | 0 comments Welcome to your Current Affairs Quiz 1. Consider the following statements with respect to Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK): 1. A Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) is an agricultural extension center in India. 2. These centers serve as the ultimate link between the Indian Council ofAgricultural Research and farmers, and aim to apply agricultural research in apractical, localized setting. 3. The first KVK was established in 1974 in Tamil Nadu. Which of the following above statements are correct? 2 and 3 1 and 3 1 and 2 1, 2 and 3 2. Recently Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) launches “NEST” initiative to promote: Eco-friendly Housing. Environmental gardening. Birds Housing. Greenwashing. 3. Consider the following statements with respect to India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC): 1. The proposed IMEC will consist of Railroad, Ship-to-Rail networks andRoad transport routes extending across two corridors. 2. The East Corridor connects India to the Arabian Gulf, and the Northern corridor connects the Gulf to Europe. 3. The IMEC corridor will also include an electricity cable, a hydrogen pipelineand a high-speed data cable. Which of the following above statements are correct? 2 and 3 1 and 3 1 and 2 1, 2 and 3 4. Read out and pick out the incorrect statement with respect to X-Ray: They are produced when low-velocity electrons collide with the metal plates. X-Rays or X-radiation are defined as a form of electromagnetic radiation The X-Ray beam travels through the air and comes in contact with thebody tissues, and produces an image on a metal film. They are used to capture the human skeleton defects. 5. Consider the following statements with respect to Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY): 1. The aim is to support production in agriculture by providing affordable cropinsurance to ensure comprehensive risk cover for crops of farmers againstall non-preventable natural risks. 2. The scheme provides coverage for the entire cropping cycle, frompre-sowing to post-harvest and mid-season adversity. 3. This scheme is being administered by the Department of Agriculture,Cooperation and Farmers’ Welfare under the Ministry of Agriculture, alongwith empanelled general insurance companies. How many of the statements are correct? Only two Only one None All three Time is Up! Time's up Submit a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
