10 September 2024

Q1. Consider the following statements regarding C40 Cities:

1. C40 is a global network of nearly 100 mayors of the world’s leading cities that are united in action to confront the climate crisis
2. From India, New Delhi and Mumbai are the only two cities that are member cities of the C40.

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Ans: (a)

Explanation: What is C40?

• It is a global network of nearly 100 mayors of the world’s leading cities that are united in action to confront the climate crisis. 6 Indian Cities namely Delhi NCT, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and Ahmedabad are parties to it

Q2. Consider the following statements regarding Miniature paintings:

1. They were introduced by the Delhi sultanate as a reaction to the enormous wall paintings.
2. They were painted only on paper and palm leaves.
3. Mughal miniature paintings were filled with rich colors.

How many of the above statements are correct?

(a) Only one

(b) Only two

(c) All three

(d) None

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• Miniature paintings are small paintings with minute details. They were often painted for either books or albums, on perishable material including paper, palm leaves and cloth.
• Developed almost as a reaction to the enormous wall paintings, the art of miniature painting developed between the 8th and 12th centuries.
• Two prominent schools of paintings before Delhi Sultanate are Pala School of Art and Apabhramsa School of art.
• The Mughal paintings brought together Persian naturalistic style with the opulence of a great dynasty and created some beautifully illustrated folios.
• These paintings were considered unique because of the use of brilliant colours.

Q3. Consider the following statements regarding Bundi School of Painting:

1. Bundi School of Painting is a Rajasthani style of Indian miniature painting.
2. The Bundi Paintings emphasized court scenes, procession, life of nobles and scenes from Lord Krishna’s life.
3. The Bundi School has a close association with the Mughal style.

How many of the above statements are correct?

(a) Only one

(b) Only two

(c) All three

(d) None

Ans: (a)

Explanation:

• Bundi School of Painting is a Rajasthani style of Indian miniature painting that lasted from 17th century towards the end of 19th century.
• The Bundi School is characterized by a fondness for lush green vegetation, dramatic night skies and a distinctive way of depicting water with light swirls.
• It basically existed in the princely state of Bundi and the neighbouring principality of Kotah.
• The Bundi Paintings emphasized on hunting, court scenes, procession, life of nobles, lovers, animals, birds and scenes from Lord Krishna’s life.
• The Bundi School has a close association with the Mughal style.

Q4. Consider the following statements about the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA):

1. It is a statutory body of the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
2. It was established under Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act 2012, but was founded in 1990.
3. It is a nodal body for the adoption of Indian children.

How many of the above statements are correct?

(a) Only one

(b) Only two

(c) All three

(d) None

Ans: b)

Explanation

• Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) is a statutory body of the Ministry of Women & Child Development. It was established under Juvenile Justice Act, 2015, but was founded in 1990. It is a nodal body for the adoption of Indian children.
• CARA is India’s adoption regulation body, overseeing the adoption of orphaned, surrendered, and abandoned children.
• CARA monitors and regulates various adoption-related bodies, facilitating a seamless adoption process involving registration, home study reports, referrals, court petitions, and post-adoption follow-ups.

Q5. What are fractals?

(a) Geometric shapes with smooth and regular patterns.

(b) Complex structures characterized by self-similarity at different scales.

(c) Simple, easily defined shapes found in classical geometry.

(d) Two-dimensional representations of mathematical equations.

Ans: (b)

Explanation:

• Context: Physicists are using fractal geometry to study quantum systems, providing a unique perspective on the uncertainties of quantum physics.

What are Fractals?

• Fractals are complex structures that exhibit self-similarity, meaning they look similar at various scales. This property allows them to be detailed and complex, yet similar to smaller and larger parts of themselves