31. The IMD recently predicted that India’s core cold wave regions would become warmer. In this context, consider the following statements:
Rajasthan is a part of this cold wave zone.
Telangana is a part of the zone.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: D [Both 1 and 2 are correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
The Indian Meteorological department recently predicted that the 2019 winter will be warmer in the core cold wave zone of India. Rajasthan is a part of this zone. Other states adjoin it like Punjab, Haryana, Gujarat and Maharashtra are also within this zone.
Statement 2 is correct:
Telangana is one of the states in the cold wave zone. It is the only south India state. Union territories like J&K and Ladakh are also expected to experience this condition. The experts have pinned the global warming as the reason. Warm waters in the equatorial Pacific Ocean is also a contributing factor.
32. Recently, the Law Nestham scheme was introduced. In this context, consider the following statements:
It is a scheme of Telangana.
It provides legal aid for tribal people.
Which of the above statements is/are true?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: C [Neither 1 nor 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The YSR Law Nestham scheme is an initiative of the Andhra Pradesh government. It was launched in context with the National Lawyers’ Day which is observed on December 3rd every year. A welfare fund of 100 crore INR was set up as a part of this scheme.
Statement 2 is incorrect:
The Law Nestham scheme is for ensuring the wellbeing of lawyers in the state. It provides a stipend of 5,000 INR for junior lawyers. The beneficiaries are lawyers who are under the age of 35 years. Senior lawyers are also covered under the scheme if they have 15 years’ experience and certification from the Bar Association.
33. With reference to the recently launched Netanna Nestham scheme, consider the following statements:
It is a scheme targeting weavers.
It is a scheme launched by the Telangana government.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: A [Only 1 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
Netanna Nestham initiative is a welfare scheme for weavers launched in December. It aims to provide a monetary support of 24,000 INR per family of handloom weavers in a year. At the end of 5 years, each family is expected to receive 1.2 lakhs INR.
Statement 2 is incorrect:
Netanna Nestham is a scheme introduced by the Andhra Pradesh government. It was launched in the Anantapur district and is expected to cover 85,000 families over a period of 5 years in the state. Families of deceased weavers are also covered under the scheme.
34. In reference to the recently launched WING program in Telangana, consider the following statements:
It is a program for children’s education.
Start Up India is a part of the program.
Which of the above statements is/are true?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The WING program which was launched in Telangana in December is intended to encourage entrepreneurship among women in the state. The WING or Women Rise Together program is to provide assistance to women entrepreneurs in the form of incubation, innovations’ knowledge, investor access, business support, etc.
Statement 2 is correct:
The WING program is a joint initiative between Start Up India component of DPIIT or Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade and the state run WE hub platform. Kerala Startup Mission is also involved in the program.
35. In context of the disappearing Shola ecosystem, the impact on the Toda people is being discussed. In this context, consider the following statements about the Toda people:
Todas are the ethnic people of Telangana.
They are listed as particularly vulnerable tribal group.
Which of the above statements is/are true?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The Toda people are an ethnic group in Tamil Nadu. They live in the Nilgiri Mountains of the Western Ghats. Their settlements are called ‘munds’ and consist of several half barrel shaped thatched houses. They noted for rearing buffaloes in the Shola grasslands.
Statement 2 is correct:
The Toda people are listed as a particularly vulnerable tribe of Tamil Nadu. Others of the category are Irular, Kattu Nayakan, Korumba, Kota and Paniyan. The Toda people have been affected by the loss of Shola ecosystem to invasive plants. The Shola grasslands served as traditional grazing grounds for this ethnic people.
36. With reference to the recent unveiling of the statue of Bhakta Ramadasu in Telangana, consider the following statements:
He is a Carnatic musician from the 19th
His work Dasarathi Shatakamu was dedicated to Lord Ram.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
Bhakta Ramadasu was a Carnatic composer (Vaggeyakara) from the 17th century. He is also known by the names, Kancharla Gopanna or Badhrachala Ramadasu. A 11 foot statue made of bronze was unveiled in Telangana on occasion of his 387th birth anniversary.
Statement 2 is correct:
One of his noted work is Dasarathi Shatakamu which is dedicated to Lord Ram. It is a collection of 108 poems written in Telugu and dedicated to the ‘son of Dasaratha’. Ramadasu is a noted devotee of Lord Ram.
37. With regards to the recent celebration of the Nagoba Jatara festival, consider the following statements:
It is a tribal festival.
It is celebrated in Telangana.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: D [Both 1 and 2 are correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct:
Nagoba Jatara is a tribal festival celebrated in January every year. It is a 10 days festival and the second largest tribal festival. It is celebrated by the Mesaram clan of the Gond tribes, in several states of the country.
Statement 2 is correct:
The festival is most associated with the Gond tribes of Telangana. The tribes from other states- Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Odisha also offer prayers during this festival. The Gusadi dance is performed during this festival. The Betal Puja is a martial arts performance in this festival.
38. What is the theme of Telangana’s biotechnology and life sciences forum ‘BioAsia 2020’?
[A] Life Science for All
[B] Today For Tomorrow
[C] Instrumental Life Sciences
[D] Better Bio-tech
Answer: B [Today For Tomorrow]
Notes:
The 17th edition of Asia’s largest biotechnology and life sciences forum, ‘BioAsia 2020’ recently commenced in the city of Hyderabad, Telangana.
The three-day event began with the theme of ‘Today for Tomorrow’. More than 2000 delegates from as many as 37 countries. A massive exhibition with 175 exhibitors and experts is also set to be organised. Switzerland, which is the partner country of this year’s conference, has sent its 40-member to participate in the event.
39. In which year was the separate High Court of Andhra Pradesh established after separation from Telangana?
[A] 2017
[B] 2018
[C] 2019
[D] 2020
Answer: C [2019]
Notes:
The separate High Court of the state of Andhra Pradesh after separation from Telangana was recently established in the year 2019. It was established in Amravati city which is the new capital of Andhra Pradesh.
40. Which among the following revolts were carried out by the Communists?
1. Tebhaga Movement
2. Telangana Movement
3. Naxalbari Movement
4. Andhra Pradesh Movement
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1 & 3
[C] 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
The movements carried out by the Communists are Tebhaga Movement (1946), Telangana Movement (1946-48), Naxalbari Movement (1967), Andhra Pradesh Movement (1969—71).