Daily Quiz

Solution (b)
Explanation:
• The World Economic Forum works on digital governance initiatives through platforms like the Global Future Council on Digital Economy.
• The Global Digital Compact is an initiative proposed by the United Nations, aiming to establish shared principles for an open, free, and secure digital future. It was part of the recommendations in the UN Secretary-General’s Roadmap for Digital Cooperation. (Option (b) is correct)

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/a-discourse-on-ai-governance-that-india-must-shape/article68602063.ece#:~:text=India's%20advocacy%20for%20a%20fair,perspectives%20of%20the%20Global%20South.

Solution (a)

Explanation:

• John Stuart Mill, in his famous work On Liberty, articulated the “Harm Principle,” which states that individual liberties can be restricted only to prevent harm to others. This is a cornerstone of his liberal political philosophy, where personal freedom is highly valued unless it infringes upon the rights and well-being of others. (Option (a) is correct)
• Hobbes believed in strong government authority to maintain order and prevent the state of nature, which he described as “nasty, brutish, and short.” His political theory emphasized the need for absolute authority, rather than a focus on liberty being restricted only by harm. (Option (b) is incorrect)
• Rousseau advocated for the concept of the “general will” and social contract, emphasizing collective freedom and civic virtue. His view was that individual freedoms might need to be restricted for the common good, but not specifically limited by a harm principle. (Option (c) is incorrect)
• Locke was a proponent of natural rights (life, liberty, and property) and limited government, but he did not formulate the harm principle. He believed in the protection of individual rights, but his theory of government was more focused on the consent of the governed and the protection of property rights. (Option (d) is incorrect)

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/specials/text-and-context/the-harm-principle-how-john-mills-theory-defines-the-extent-of-liberty/article68601533.ece#:~:text=John%20Mill%20states%20that%20liberties,can%20be%20punished%20for%20it.

Solution (d)

Explanation:

• Olive Ridley turtles are known for their mass nesting events, called “Arribadas,” along the Indian coast, especially at Gahirmatha Beach in Odisha. They are the most common sea turtles found nesting along India’s coastline.
• Although critically endangered, Hawksbill turtles do nest sporadically along the Indian coastline, particularly in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. They are known for their beautiful shells and are found in coral reef areas.
• Leatherback turtles, the largest of all sea turtles, are found nesting in India, mainly in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. They prefer deep waters but come ashore to nest on remote beaches.
• Loggerhead turtles are not known to nest along the Indian coast. While they are found in various parts of the world, including the Mediterranean and U.S. coasts, they do not typically nest in Indian waters. (Option (d) is correct)

Source: https://www.wwfindia.org/?9460/Marine-turtles-along-the-Indian-coast

Solution (b)

Explanation:

• Food irradiation is a method used to control spoilage and pathogens by exposing food to controlled amounts of ionizing radiation. It is commonly used to ensure food safety and reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses.
• Irradiated food does not become radioactive. The process involves exposing food to radiation to eliminate bacteria and pests, but it does not make the food itself radioactive, and it is considered safe for consumption by regulatory bodies like the WHO and FAO.
• Irradiation can significantly extend the shelf life of perishable items by slowing down ripening and preventing spoilage caused by pests or microorganisms. (Option (b) is correct)

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/how-to-ensure-food-safety-and-reduce-waste-9548814/#:~:text=This%20entails%20ensuring%20that%20the,ensure%20remunerative%20prices%20for%20farmers.

Solution (c)

Explanation:

• Project Strawberry is related to the advancement of AI models, specifically designed to improve AI’s reasoning capabilities and work toward the development of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). It aims to enhance the quality of training data for AI models, especially for the next-generation AI model codenamed Orion. (Statement 1 is correct)
• Project Strawberry is closely associated with Project Orion. Project Strawberry focuses on creating high-quality training data, including synthetic data, which will be key to powering Project Orion, OpenAI’s upcoming model intended to surpass GPT-4. (Statement 2 is correct)

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-sci-tech/openais-project-strawberry-and-the-promise-of-ais-next-big-breakthrough-9548877/