QUES 1 . Consider the following statements with respect to Early Warnings For All Initiative (EW4All) :
1 . The Early Warnings For All Initiative (EW4All) was formally launched at the COP 25 meeting.
2 . The Initiative calls for the whole world to be covered by an early warning system by the end of 2032.
Which among the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 & 2 both
(d) None of the above
Answer: (d)
Explanation:
Early Warnings For All Initiative (EW4All)
Why in news?
The world should prepare for the development of El Niño, which is associated with severe droughts as well as extreme rain, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) said recently. This highlights the need for the UN Early Warnings for All initiative to keep people safe.
The Early Warnings For All Initiative (EW4All) was formally launched by the UN Secretary-General in November 2022 at the COP27 meeting in Sharm El-Sheikh.
The Initiative calls for the whole world to be covered by an early warning system by the end of 2027.
For more refer https://fotisedu.com/early-warnings-for-all-initiative-ew4all/
QUES 2 . Consider the following statements with respect to El Niño :
1 . El Niño is characterised by an unusual warming of waters in the eastern equatorial Pacific.
2 . El Niño has a high correlation with warmer summers and weaker monsoon rains in India.
Which among the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 & 2 both
(d) None of the above
Answer: (c)
Explanation:
El Niño is characterised by an unusual warming of waters in the eastern equatorial Pacific, which has a high correlation with warmer summers and weaker monsoon rains in India.
The typical impacts of El Niño include:
1 . Increased rainfall in parts of southern South America, the southern United States, the Horn of Africa and central Asia.
2 . It can also cause severe droughts over Australia, Indonesia, and parts of southern Asia.
3 . During summer in the northern hemisphere, El Niño’s warm water can fuel hurricanes in the central/eastern Pacific Ocean and it can hinder hurricane formation in the Atlantic Basin.
QUES 3 . The group SAI20 is related with :
(a) Establishment of peace between Israel and Palestine
(b) Group of Audit Institutions
(c) Climate change
(d) Group of apex banking institutions
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
Engagement Group for Supreme Audit Institutions (SAls) of G20 countries SAI20
Why in news?
The Comptroller & Auditor General of India (CAG) will chair SAI20 in Goa.
What is SAI20?
The SAI20 Engagement Group of G20 was established in 2022 during Indonesia’s Presidency of the G20.
The establishment of Engagement Group for Supreme Audit Institutions (SAls) of G20 countries (SAI20) stems from a recognition of the role of Supreme Audit Institutions in promoting the efficiency, accountability, and transparency of public administration, and supporting SDG implementation. Also promoting intergenerational equity and addressing climate change concerns.
QUES 4 . Rang Ghar said to be one of the oldest surviving amphitheaters in Asia is situated in
(a) Madhya Pradesh
(b) Rajasthan
(c) Gujarat
(d) Assam
Answer: (d)
Explanation:
Rang Ghar
Why in news?
Controversy over ‘religious symbols’ at laser show in Assam’s Rang Ghar
The Rang Ghar (Assamese rong ghor meaning “House of Entertainment”) is a two-storeyed building which once served as the royal sports-pavilion where Ahom kings and nobles were spectators at games like buffalo fights and other sports at Rupahi Pathar (pathar meaning “field” in Assamese) – particularly during the Rongali Bihu festival in the Ahom capital of Rangpur.
It is three kilometres away from the center of Sivasagar Town.
Rang Ghar is said to be one of the oldest surviving amphitheaters in Asia, the building was first constructed during the reign of Swargadeo Rudra Singha with bamboo and wood. It was later rebuilt with brick by Swargadeo Pramatta Singha in 1744 – 1751 A.D.
The roof of the Rang Ghar is shaped like an inverted royal Ahom long boat. The base of the monument has a series of arched entrances, while atop the roof sits a decorative pair of carved stone crocodiles.
QUES 5 . Consider the following statements with respect to World Press Freedom Index:
1 . It is released annually by the non-profit organisation Reporters Without Borders.
2 . In the 2023 edition of the World Press Freedom Index, India’s ranking is below countries such as Somalia , Pakistan and Afghanistan.
3 . Reporters Without Borders is a global media watchdog headquartered in New York.
Which among the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 & 2 only
(b) 2 & 3 only
(c) 1 , 2 & 3
(d) 1 & 3 only
Answer: (a)
Explanation:
Reporters Without Borders or Reporters Sans Frontiers (in French) is a global media watchdog headquartered in Paris, France, and it publishes a yearly report on press freedom (World Press Freedom Index) in countries across the world.
In the 2023 edition of the World Press Freedom Index, released annually by the non-profit organisation Reporters Without Borders, India has slipped 11 places to the 161st rank out of 180 countries – ranking below countries such as Somalia (141), Pakistan (150), and Afghanistan (152).
