Tarun IAS
29th Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
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The term ʻAdditive Manufacturingʼ (AM) is related to which of the following?
Explanation:
2 / 5
Consider the following differences:
Which of the above-given statements is/are correct?
3 / 5
The strategic importance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands (ANI) can be explained by
Select the correct code from below:
4 / 5
With reference to India’s balance of trade, consider the following statements:
5 / 5
Recently in the news, Hyderabad Declaration is related to which of the following?
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28th Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
in the news, Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which of the following states?
With respect to the ASTRA missile, consider the following statements
Which statement accurately describes the concept of Minimum Export Price?
With respect to Zika Virus, consider the following statements:
How many of the above-given statements is/are incorrect?
With respect to the Mera Bill Mera Adhikar Scheme, consider the following statements:
The average score is 10%
26th Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
Which of the following statements accurately describes the significance of the Battle of Buxar (1764)?
Carnatic War
Treaties
First Carnatic War
Treaty of Pondicherry
Second Carnatic War
Treaty of Aix la Chapelle
Third Carnatic War
Treaty of Paris
How many of the above-given pairs is/are correctly matched?
Concerning the advent of the Europeans, consider the following pairs
How many of the above-given statements is/are correct?
xplanation:
Which of the following initiatives can be taken to support state finance?
Consider the following statements about local self-government:
25ht Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
Q Which of the following statements about E-Commerce in India is correct?
EXPLANATION:
E-Commerce in India:
. The provided statement does not align with the information provided in the passage about India's social commerce potential and growth rate.. The provided statement does not align with the projected figures for India's e-commerce market size in the passage.. The passage mentions that India has gained 125 million online shoppers in the past three years and expects another 80 million to join by 2025.. The passage predicts a higher growth rate and market size for the Indian e-commerce market in 2022.
With reference to Tuberculosis, consider the following statements:
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Tuberculosis
With reference to BRICS, consider the following statements:
Q Which of the following statements is incorrect?
Statement 1 is correct: The Black Sea Grain Initiative was indeed focused on the safe transportation of grain and foodstuffs from Ukrainian ports during a challenging time.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The initiative involved cooperation among Russia, Ukraine, Turkey, and the United Nations to address the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. European Union was nowhere involved in this initiative.
Statement 3 is correct: The Russian invasion of Ukraine actually led to a complete halt of maritime grain shipments from Ukraine via the Black Sea, causing disruption in the global food supply.
Statement 4 is correct: Russia temporarily suspended its own grain exports, which contributed to exacerbating the global food supply situation.
Q Which of the following statements is correct?
Statement 1 is incorrect: A generic drug is designed to be the same as an existing approved brand name drug, not different.
Statement 2 is correct: India's high out-of-pocket expenditure on healthcare makes generic medicines an attractive option as they can significantly reduce costs.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The "Jan Aushadhi" initiative aims to provide unbranded quality medicines to poor people at an affordable price, not branded medicines.
Statement 4 is incorrect: The Medical Council of India recommended promoting the use of generic drugs in prescriptions, not branded drugs.
The average score is 0%
24th Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
Q Mushkbudji, an aromatic rice variety, was recently granted GI (Geographical Indication) certification. It is cultivated in the
Constitutional Article
Description
Article 351
directs the Union to promote Hindi as a means of expression across India, potentially overshadowing other languages.
Article 352
establishes a ‘Special Officer’ to address matters concerning linguistic minorities and report them to the President.
Article 354
mandates the state to provide primary education in the mother tongue.
How many of the above-given pairs are/are correctly matched?
Q Concerning Megaliths in India, consider the following statements:
Consider the following about the Indian Post Payments Bank (IPPB)
Q Recently in the news LUPEX, a space mission is a collaboration of which of the following countries?
22nd Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
Which of the following is/are the features of Palm Cockatoo?
Consider the following two statements:
Statement I:
As per the definition by the RBI, personal loans are those extended to individuals, encompassing consumer credit, educational loans, credits for the creation or enhancement of immovable properties, and loans aimed at investing in financial assets.
Statement II:
In a housing loan agreement, the interest rate reset clause permits the lender to reevaluate and adjust the interest rate following a predetermined period, in alignment with the loan's designated reset date.
Which of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
With respect to Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS), which of the following statements incorrect?
Recently, India has observed a steep rise in onion prices. What could be the possible reason for this?
Consider the following about BRICS:
21st Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
Consider the following pairs:
Dams
Rivers
Mettur Dam
Kaveri
Pong Dam
Sutlej
Bhakara Dam
Beas
Indira Sagar Dam
Narmada
Q Recently in the news, ‘We20 People’s Summit’ is related to which of the following?
Recently, the official data revealed that vegetable prices surged by 12%. Which of the following can be considered as the reasons for the price surge?
With reference to the Registration of Birth and Death (RBD) Act, 1969, consider the following statements:
With respect to India-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement (FTA), consider the following statements:
19th Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
Recently, both Maui Island and the town of Lahaina have been in the spotlight due to:
With respect to Melanin, consider the following statements:
Q Which of the following accurately characterizes the 'Pibot' recently mentioned in the media?
With respect to Tarkunde Committee, consider the following statements:
With respect to ‘Sedition in India’, consider the following statements:
The average score is 40%
12th Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
Exercise 'Zayed Talwar' is conducted between which of the following countries?
Exercise 'Zayed Talwar': Boosting Maritime Partnership
Which of these statements given below is incorrect regarding Havana Syndrome?
Havana Syndrome: Uncovering Mysterious Health Condition
Consider the following statements regarding Sarus crane:
1. It is a large non-migratory crane found only in India.2. It is classified as 'vulnerable' under the IUCN Red List.3. It has been declared as the state bird of Uttar Pradesh in 2014.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
With reference to EG.5 or Eris, consider the following statements:
1. EG.5 or Eris is a variant of SARS-CoV-2.2. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has classified the EG.5 as “variant of high consequence”.
Which of these statements given above are correct?
Explanation: EG.5 or Eris is a variant of SARS-CoV-2 was first reported on February 2023 and designated as a variant under monitoring (VUM) on July 2023 by the World Health Organisation (WHO). In August 2023, the WHO designated EG.5 and its sub-lineages as a variant of interest (VOI). Variants are broadly categorised by WHO into 3 categories:
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has classified the EG.5 as a "variant of interest". EG.5 is a descendent lineage of Omicron subvariant XBB.1.9.2. It carries an additional mutation in the spike protein which the SARS-CoV-2 uses to enter and infect the human cells compared to the parent subvariant. In India, only one case of EG.5 has been reported so far from Pune in May this year. Globally, there has been a steady increase in the proportion of EG.5. Hence, only statement 1 is correct.
Original Acts
Bills Proposed
1. Indian Penal Code, 1860
Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita Bill, 2023
2. Criminal Procedure Code, 1898
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Bill, 2023
3. Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, 2023
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Hence, only pair 3 is correctly matched.
11th Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
With reference to Pradhan Mantri PVTG Development Mission, consider the following statements:
Pradhan Mantri PVTG Development Mission
Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs):
With reference to Compulsory Convertible Debentures (CCD), consider the following statements
1 CCDs are debentures with an underlying characteristic of compulsory conversion into equity after a certain period of time2 CCDs are a type of hybrid instrument, i.e. it is neither considered a pure debt nor pure equity.
EXPLANATION:Compulsorily Convertible Debentures (CCDs) Tax Notices to Investors:CCD Definition: Bond converting into stock within specified time.Hybrid Security: Between bonds and stocks.CCD Benefits: Attracts investors, lower interest rates, equity conversion.Notices have been sent to foreign investors hailing from Mauritius, Cyprus, and Singapore regarding the profits derived from their investments in Convertible Compulsory Debentures (CCDs) issued by Indian firms. CCDs, which possess the unique trait of mandatory conversion into equity after a specific timeframe, represent a hybrid financial instrument that doesn't fit neatly into either the debt or equity category. These CCDs offer a conversion element that serves as an added incentive for investors beyond the interest earnings.
Consider the following cities of Uttar Pradesh:1. Agra 2. Aligarh 3. Lucknow 4. Kanpur 5. Chitrakoot 6. JhansiHow many of the above districts are nodes of Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor (UPDIC)?
Explanation:The Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor (UPDIC) is a transformative initiative led by Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. Originating from an investors' summit in 2018, UPDIC aims to establish Uttar Pradesh as a global hub for defence and aerospace manufacturing.Objectives & Features:Empower India in defence and aerospace.6 strategic nodes: Agra, Aligarh, Lucknow, Kanpur, Chitrakoot, Jhansi.Infrastructure, technology, agriculture focus.Connects western, central, Bundelkhand regions.6 expressways, 16 domestic, 5 international airports
What is the significance of the Belem Declaration?
EXPLANATION:The Belem Declaration is a statement released during the Amazon Summit, involving leaders from Amazon countries.It emphasizes the importance of Indigenous knowledge for biodiversity conservation and calls for Indigenous Peoples’ participation in decision-making.The declaration promotes sustainable forest use and diverse economic solutions, addressing concerns about deforestation and degradation in the Amazon region.It also underlines the need to protect land rights to prevent deforestation and preserve biodiversity within Indigenous territories.
Which of the following is/are part(s) of the initiatives to Combat Land Degradation?1 Mauna Loa is the tallest peak on the island of Maui.2 Kilauea is an inactive shield volcano in Hawaii.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
EXPLANATION:The island of Hawaii, commonly referred to as the Big Island, is one of the eight main islands of the Hawaiian archipelago. It falls within the state of Hawaii, which is part of the United States of America.Mauna Kea is the tallest peak in Hawaii, standing at an elevation of about 13,796 feet (4,205 meters) above sea level. It is known for its observatories located at its summit. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.Kilauea is an active shield volcano located on the Big Island of Hawaii. It is known for its continuous volcanic activity, including frequent eruptions. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
10th Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
With reference to Solar Power Capacity of India, consider the following statements :
Solar Power Capacity of India:
Context:
The total installed solar power capacity in India has reached 70.1 GW, as of the latest update.
With reference to Incident Response System (IRS), consider the following statements :
Incident Response System (IRS):
IRS Organization:
Q Maya operating system’ recently seen is news is implemented by which of the following ministries?
Maya Operating System: Ministry of Defence to replace Microsoft OS with Maya Operating System, based on open-source Ubuntu developed locally. Change due to increasing cyber and malware attacks on defense and critical infrastructure.
3. Tharosaurus Indicus is a fossil of
(a) Frog
(b) Snake
(c) Orangutan
(d) Dinosaur
CORRECT ANSWER: (d) Dinosaur
Tharosaurus Indicus (Dinosaur Fossil Discovery):
Choose the correct option:
Land Restoration and Afforestation:
9th Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
Which of the following is not an advantage of Biomass Co-firing?
Revised Biomass Policy
Government Interventions Related to Biomass Co-firing
Advantages of Biomass Co-firing
Deepor Beel Overview:
Simang: A Local Endeavor to Combat Invasive Water Hyacinths:
Kumbhi Kagaz: Ecological Restoration and Economic Alternatives:
Which of the following country is not a part of Malabar Exercise?
Exercise Malabar is a significant naval exercise involving India, Japan, the United States, and Australia. The exercise aims to promote maritime cooperation and interoperability among the participating countries in the Indo-Pacific region.
Exercise Malabar was initiated in 1992 as a bilateral exercise between India and the United States. Over the years, it has evolved to include Japan and Australia, reflecting the importance of regional security and cooperation. The exercise involves various naval activities such as air defense, sea operations, and joint exercises, with a focus on maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific.
ECOWAS is a regional intergovernmental organization based in
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional intergovernmental organization in West Africa. It was established in 1975 to promote economic integration, cooperation, and development among member states.
ECOWAS comprises 15 member countries, including Benin, Burkina Faso, Ghana, Nigeria, and more. The organization focuses on various areas such as economic growth, political stability, social ties, and cultural collaboration. In light of security challenges and the refugee crisis, ECOWAS plays a crucial role in fostering peace and stability in the region. It collaborates with member states and engages in various regional and international forums to address shared concerns and promote sustainable development.
With reference to International Tribal Day, consider the following statements :
The International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples is celebrated globally on August 9th each year. It commemorates the first session of the Working Group on Indigenous Populations in 1982 and aims to raise awareness about the rights, cultures, and challenges faced by indigenous peoples around the world.
Indigenous peoples, constituting about 6.2% of the global population, possess unique cultural and environmental practices. The day serves as a reminder of the need to protect their rights, promote self-determination, and address the common challenges they face.
This year's theme, "Indigenous Youth as Agents of Change," highlights the role of young indigenous individuals in driving positive transformation within their communities. Hence, Statement 3 is incorrect.
6th to 7th Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
Q With reference to Bhu-Vision, which of these statements given above is correct?
Bhu-Vision: Revolutionizing Soil Testing and Agronomy
Context: The introduction of Bhu-Vision, an IoT-based soil testing and agronomy advisory platform, marks a significant stride in India's agricultural technology landscape.
Platform Features:
Impact on Agriculture and Sustainability:
Q Which of the following is not a type of Orbital Transfer Techniques?
Chandrayaan-3 Lunar Mission
Orbital Manoeuvre Explained:
Various Orbital Transfer Techniques:
Q Which of these statements given above are correct?
Objectives:
Key Features of the Digital Portal:
2. With reference to National Handloom Day, consider the following statements :
9th National Handloom Day
1. With reference to Avian Biodiversity in India, consider the following statements :
75 Endemic Birds of India: Celebrating Avian Biodiversity
India's Avian Diversity:
Conservation and Significance:
5th Aug , Current Affairs MCQ
With reference to Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), consider the following statements :
Which of these statements given above are incorrect?
Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)
Which of the following is not a type of anti-tank Missile systems in India?
Anti-tank Missile systems in India:
With reference to Cauvery Water Management Authority, consider the following statements :
Cauvery Water Management Authority
Formation:
With reference to Ring Nebula, consider the following statements :
Ring Nebula
With reference to Manas Tiger Reserve, consider the following statements :
About Manas Tiger Reserve: