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[#136] UNESCO World Heritage Site Basilica of Bom Jesus was built in which century?
Correct Answer
(D) 16 th Century
Explanation
Solution: UNESCO World Heritage Site Basilica of Bom Jesus was built in 16 th Century. The Basilica of Bom Jesus is located in the State of Goa. Saint Francis Xavier died in the year 1552 and his mortal remains were kept in the church ever since.
[#137] Consider the following in suggestions in context with the goal / emphasis of the government to achieve 100% Financial Inclusion: 1. The Public Sector Banks should be consolidated 2. New Licenses should be provided to the private players 3. should give more support to cooperative banks. Which among the above suggestions is / are most suitable (and involve less controversy) towards achieving the goal of 100% Financial Inclusion?
Correct Answer
(D) 3 only
Explanation
Solution: The goal/emphasis of the government to achieve 100% Financial Inclusion should give more support to cooperative banks.
[#138] In light of recent debates around the freedom of information in India, consider the following statements: 1. Right to information is ingrained in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. 2. World Press Freedom day is celebrated annually on the 3 rd of March. 3. International Day for Universal Access to Information is on 28 th of September. 4. Sustainable Development Goals has public access to information as one of the targets. Which of the above statements are correct? Select the correct option:
Correct Answer
(C) 1, 3 and 4
Explanation
Solution: In light of recent debates around the freedom of information in India. Right to information is ingrained in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. International Day for Universal Access to Information is on 28 th of September. Sustainable Development Goals has public access to information as one of the targets.
[#139] India has been trying to highlight the importance of disaster resilient infrastructure on the international forum. In this light, consider the following statements: 1. Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure is to be discussed for the first time in G7 meeting. 2. Sendai Framework is one of the major agreements that will aid the case for CDRI. 3. CDRI looks to leverage its case using the provisions of Sustainable development goal 8. Which of the above statements are correct? Select the correct option:
Correct Answer
(C) 2 only
Explanation
Solution: Sendai Framework for disaster risk reduction is a major framework used in disaster management. It was adopted in 2015 and succeeds the Hyogo framework. Its priorities include understanding the risks, strengthening governance for risk management, investing for risk reduction and also enhancing preparedness for disasters.
[#140] "With reference to the Indian navy engaging with the Spanish ship Mendez Nunez in Goa and India's naval diplomacy policies, consider the following statements: 1. Operation Ocean Shield is an anti-piracy measure. 2. India’s SAGAR policy is to establish the image of net security provider. 3. Spain is a member of Indian Ocean Naval Symposium. Which of the above statements are correct? Select the correct option:"
Correct Answer
(A) 1 and 2
Explanation
Solution: Operation Ocean Shield is an anti-piracy measure Operation Ocean Shield is an international anti-piracy operation. India and Spain are key players of this operation. It is a NATO initiative. It operates in the regions of Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean, Guardafui Channel and the Gulf of Aden. Its major focus is protection of ships carrying relief and supplies for the World Food Program. World Food Program is a UN initiative that is the world’s largest humanitarian program addressing food security. India’s SAGAR policy is to establish the image of net security provider SAGAR was launched by India to improve its image as a net security provider. The acronym is for Security and Growth for All in the Region. It was launched in 2015 during prime ministerial visit to Mauritius. It is to provide maritime security in IOR. It’s in accordance with IORA/ Indian Ocean Rim Association set up in 1997 and works towards ‘open regionalism’.