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DAILY ANSWER WRITING PRACTICE: 22ND APRIL 2024

Q 1. Discuss the role of ocean currents in shaping the climate and coastal features of different regions. (15 Marks, 250 words)

Q 2. The power of judicial review serves as a check on the competency of the legislature to pass laws, safeguards fundamental rights, and protects the interests of the public. Examine. (10 Marks, 150 Words)

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“Bronze Medal Versus Silver Medal ~ A case of counterfactual thinking”

Have you noticed that a bronze medalist is generally more happy than a silver medalist at the end of the game.

Ideally, a silver medalist should be more happy than the bronze. But, human mind doesn't work like mathematics.

This happens because of phenomenon of counterfactual thinking.

A concept in psychology in which there is human tendency to create possible alternatives to life events that have already happened, that would be contrary to what happened.

Sliver medalist thinks, "Oh I couldn't win the gold medal." Bronze medalist thinks, "At least I got a medal."

Silver medal is won after losing, but Bronze medal is won after Winning.

This happens in our life also, we don't appreciate what we have but feel sad with what we don't have. Let's be grateful for our blessings, they far outweigh our problems if we start counting.

Which of the following statements is/are incorrect in reference to Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC)?
1. NavIC is designed with a constellation of 7 satellites and a network of ground stations operating 24 x 7.
2. NavIC offers two types of services.
3. NavIC coverage area includes India only.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Consider the following statements in the context of the Lakshmana Teertha river:
1. It originates from the Brahmagiri range in Karnataka.
2. It merges with the Kaveri (Cauvery) river at the Krishna Raja Sagara reservoir.
3. It is known to experience flooding during monsoon seasons.
4. Pollution from agricultural runoff is a major threat to the river.
How many of the above statements are correct?

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NavIC is designed with a constellation of 7 satellites and a network of ground stations operating 24 x 7. Three satellites of the constellation are placed in geostationary orbit, at 32.5°E, 83°E and 129.5°E respectively, and four satellites are placed in inclined geosynchronous orbit with equatorial crossing of 55°E and 111.75°E respectively, with inclination of 29° (two satellites in each plane). Statement 1 is correct.
NavIC offers two services: Standard Position Service (SPS) for civilian users and Restricted Service (RS) for strategic users. These two services are provided in both L5 (1176.45 MHz) and S band (2498.028 MHz). Statement 2 is correct.
NavIC coverage area includes India and a region up to 1500 km beyond Indian boundary. NavIC signals are designed to provide user position accuracy better than 20m and timing accuracy better than 50ns. Statement 3 is incorrect.

Statement 1 is correct:
The Lakshmana Teertha river originates from the Brahmagiri range in Karnataka. The Brahmagiri range is a mountain range in the Western Ghats of south India.

Statement 2 is correct:
The river merges with the Kaveri (Cauvery) river at the Krishna Raja Sagara reservoir. The Krishna Raja Sagara, also popularly known as KRS, is the name of both a lake and the dam that creates it.

Statement 3 is correct:
The river is known to experience flooding during monsoon seasons. The monsoon season, which typically lasts from June to September, brings heavy rainfall to the region. This can lead to the river overflowing its banks.

Statement 4 is correct:
Pollution, including waste dumped into its tributaries and coffee wastewater from de-pulping coffee cherries, is a major concern for the Lakshmana Teertha river. The river flows through areas with extensive coffee plantations. The wastewater from these plantations, which often contains harmful chemicals, can pollute the river.

DAILY ANSWER WRITING PRACTICE: 23rd APRIL 2024

Q 1. Discuss the ethical implications of using persuasive techniques in political campaigns. Provide your recommendations on ensuring ethical practices in political campaigns while effectively engaging voters. (10 Marks, 150 Words)

Q 2. What is your viewpoint regarding the statement that ‘the strategy of inclusive growth is designed to achieve inclusiveness and sustainability as its core objectives?’ (10 Marks, 150 Words)

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