Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 03-04-2025 (Online Prelims Test)
1) The 6X6X6 strategy, is designed to combat which of the following diseases?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : b
6X6X6 strategy
It is implemented under Anemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) which aims to reduce anemia among 6 beneficiaries age groups through implementation of 6 interventions and 6 institutional mechanisms.
6 beneficiaries age groups:
Children between 6 and 59 months
Children between 5 and 9 years
Adolescents between 10 19 years
Women of reproductive age (15-49 years)
Pregnant women & Lactating women
6 interventions:
Prophylactic Iron Folic Acid Supplementation
Periodic de-worming
Intensified year-round behavior change communication campaign
Testing of anemia using digital invasive hemoglobinometer and point of care treatment
Mandatory provision of Iron Folic Acid fortified foods in public health programs
Addressing non-nutritional causes of anemia in endemic pockets
6 institutional mechanisms:
Inter-ministerial coordination
Convergence with other ministries
Strengthening supply chain and logistics
Engaging National Center of Excellence
Advanced research on anemia control for capacity building of health care provider
Monitoring using AMB dashboard
2) Consider the following statements with respect to the Plant Treaty
The Plant Treaty focuses on preserving and sustainably utilizing plant genetic resources essential for food and agriculture.
Recent change allows all plant species to be included if they have traits useful for food/forage breeding.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : c
International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture
International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture, also called as Plant Treaty.
Objective – Conservation and sustainable use of all plant genetic resources for food and agriculture and the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising out of their use.
It is in harmony with the Convention on Biological Diversity, for sustainable agriculture and food security.
3) Consider the following statements with respect to the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006
The Act aims to legally recognize and protect the rights of tribal communities and other traditional forest dwellers
It grants individual rights for cultivation and habitation, as well as community rights to manage and utilize forest resources.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : d
Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006.
It is also known as Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006.
The Act aims to legally recognize and protect the rights of tribal communities and other traditional forest dwellers over the forest land and resources they have traditionally used.
Key Provisions
Individual Forest Rights (IFR) – Land titles for cultivation/habitation.
Community Forest Rights (CFR) – Rights over forest resources and management.
Gram Sabha’s Role – Primary authority to initiate and verify claims.
5) Consider the following statements with respect to frankincense
Frankincense is an aromatic resin derived from trees of the Boswellia genus.
In historical times, frankincense held greater value than gold and was used by royalty.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : c
Frankincense
It is a fragrant resin obtained from various species of trees belonging to the Boswellia genus.
Significance –Historically famous as one of the three gifts (along with gold and myrrh) brought to the infant Jesus.
Used for centuries in perfumes and incense.
Research suggests potential medicinal benefits due to its anti-inflammatory properties (for conditions like ulcerative colitis, IBS, bronchitis, sinusitis) and possible use in reducing asthma risk.
