Daily Current Affairs MCQ: 19th August 2024 - UPSC MCQ

Statement-I is correct because the Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) indeed offers a detailed analysis of vulnerabilities to help in building a resilient and sustainable future for all nations. Statement-II is also correct as the MVI does provide a nuanced view of challenges faced by countries, going beyond traditional economic measures. Statement-II further elucidates and supports the purpose and scope of the MVI as stated in Statement-I. Thus, both statements are accurate, and Statement-II explains and complements Statement-I, making option (a) the correct answer.

Both statements are accurate. Statement-I highlights the inaccuracy of IMD's rain forecasts for Mumbai by 42% in July, while Statement-II provides additional context by mentioning that the IMD revised its predictions several times within a single day on at least four occasions in July. The revisions indicate the dynamic and uncertain nature of the forecasting process, leading to the significant inaccuracies observed in the forecasts. Therefore, Statement-II explains the reason behind the inaccuracy described in Statement-I.

1. S-band radar - Located at IMD's Colaba observatory: Correct. The S-band radar is indeed located at IMD's Colaba observatory.

2. C-band radar - Located in Veravali: Correct. The C-band radar is located in Veravali.

3. Himalayan nettle (Girardinia diversifolia) - Anti-malarial drug: Incorrect. Himalayan nettle is known for its use as a sustainable source of textile fiber, not an anti-malarial drug.

4. Fibraurea tinctoria - Used by Sumatran orangutan for self-medication: Correct. Researchers have observed a Sumatran orangutan using the plant Fibraurea tinctoria to treat a facial wound, which is an example of zoopharmacognosy.

Thus, three out of the four pairs are correctly matched.