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Daily MCQ UPSC Current Affairs

Daily MCQs for UPSC Current Affairs | 3RD FEBRUARY 2023

Question 26: Consider the following statements:

  1. The existing Internet of Things (IoT) systems perform most of their computations in the cloud using data centres.
  2. Edge computing essentially manages the massive amounts of data generated by IoT devices by storing and processing data locally.
  3. An edge computing network reduces the amount of data that travels over the network.
  4. Edge computing allows for quicker data processing and content delivery.

Which of the following statements is/are true?
A) 1, 2 and 3

B) 2, 3 and 4

C) 1, 2 and 4

D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Correct Answer: D

Explanation

what is edge computing?

  • Simply put, edge computing enables data to be analyzed, processed, and transferred at the edge of a network. The idea is to analyze data locally, closer to where it is stored, in real-time without latency, rather than send it far away to a centralized data center. So, whether you are streaming a video on Netflix or accessing a library of video games in the cloud, edge computing allows for quicker data processing and content delivery.

How is edge computing different from cloud computing?

  • The basic difference between edge computing and cloud computing lies in where the data processing takes place.
  • At the moment, the existing Internet of Things (IoT) systems perform all of their computations in the cloud using data centers. Edge computing, on the other hand, essentially manages the massive amounts of data generated by IoT devices by storing and processing data locally. That data doesn’t need to be sent over a network as soon as it processed; only important data is sent — therefore, an edge computing network reduces the amount of data that travels over the network.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/tech-news-technology/cloud-is-a-big-game-changer-tremendous-momentum-satya-nadella-8359689/#:~:text=Microsoft%20Chairman%20and%20Chief%20Executive,visit%20to%20India%2C%20starting%20today.

Question 27: Consider the following statements:

  1. Article 19 is available only to citizens and not to foreigners.
  2. Right to property ceased to be a fundamental right with the Constitution (44th Amendment) Act, 1978.

Which of the following statements is/are true?
A) 1 only

B) 2 only

C) 1 and 2 only

D) Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer: C

Explanation

What is Article 19?

  • Article 19 is a part of the Fundamental Rights (Part III) of the Indian Constitution.
  • Article 19 which guarantees freedom of speech and expression is a right invoked against the state. Some fundamental rights such as those prohibiting untouchability, trafficking and bonded labor are explicitly against both the state and other individuals.
  • It is available only to citizens and not to foreigners.
  • Protection of certain rights regarding freedom of speech etc.
  • All citizens shall have the right.
    • to freedom of speech and expression.
    • to assemble peaceably and without arms.
    • to form associations or unions.
    • to move freely throughout the territory of India.
    • to reside and settle in any part of the territory of India; and
    • omitted
    • to practice any profession, or to carry on any occupation, trade or business.
  • Note: Originally, Article 19 (1) (f) and article 31 contained the right to property, i.e., to acquire, hold and dispose of property subject to the right of State to compulsory acquisition for public purposes by authority of law.
  • However, right to property ceased to be a fundamental right when the Constitution (44th Amendment) Act, 1978 omitted sub-clause(f) of Article 19 (1) and Article 31 from the Constitution.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/why-the-supreme-court-is-right-to-not-curb-ministers-free-speech-8361830/

Question 28: Clause (2) of Article 19 of the Indian constitution imposes certain restrictions on free speech under which of the following heads:

  1. Friendly relations with foreign states
  2. Public order
  3. Decency and morality
  4. Contempt of Court
  5. Defamation
  6. Incitement to an offence

Which of the following statements is/are true?
A) Only four statements are correct

B) Only three statements are correct

C) Only five statements are correct

D) All the statements are correct

Correct Answer: D

Explanation

Clause (2) of Article 19 of the Indian constitution imposes certain restrictions on free speech under following heads:

  • Security Of the State,
  • Friendly Relations with Foreign States
  • Public Order,
  • Decency And Morality,
  • Contempt Of Court,
  • Defamation,
  • Incitement To an Offence, And
  • Sovereignty And Integrity of India.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/why-the-supreme-court-is-right-to-not-curb-ministers-free-speech-8361830/

Question 29: Consider the following statements:

  1. Modern-day polo originated within the Indian state of Manipur, where it was played as sagol kangjei.
  2. The origins of polo in Manipur are associated mythologically with Marjing, the God of the Chenglei tribe.

Which of the following statements is/are true?
A) 1 only

B) 2 only

C) 1 and 2 only

D) Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer: C

Explanation

  • The Home Minister inaugurated a 122-foot-tall statue of a polo player astride a Manipur Pony in Imphal.
  • Modern-day polo originated within the small northeast Indian state of Manipur in 3100 BC, where it was played as sagol kangjei (sagol means pony and kangjei is a game of sticks).
  • The Manipur Pony is one of five recognized equine breeds of India, and has a powerful cultural significance for Manipuri society.
  • The Lai-Haraoba festival of the state depicts the life and times of Khori-phaba, the polo-playing god of sports.
  • The origins of polo in Manipur are associated mythologically with Marjing, the God of the Chenglei tribe, to whom a structure similar to the ancient polo stick along and a ball are still offered in worship.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-culture/sagol-kangjei-ancient-polo-of-manipur-played-manipur-pony-8365959/