20-Mar-25: UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz With Answers

Ques:1

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Chhatrapati Sambhaji?

1. He was the eldest son of Chhatrapati Shivaji and succeeded him as the second ruler of the Maratha Empire.
2. He was betrayed and captured by Mughal forces near Sangameshwar in 1689.
3. His execution demoralized the Maratha forces, leading to the immediate fall of the empire.

 

Select the answer using the code given below:

Ques:2

Consider the following with reference to the Boeing’s Starliner mission:

1. Starliner is designed to transport astronauts to and from the International Space Station (ISS) under NASA’s Commercial Crew Program.
2. The first uncrewed test flight of Starliner in 2019 successfully docked with the ISS.
3. Starliner uses parachutes and airbags for a controlled landing upon return to Earth.

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:3

Who appoints the Chairperson and members of Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appellate Tribunal (TDSAT)?

Ques:4

Consider the following statements:

1. Zonal Councils were established under the State’s Reorganization Act of 1956.
2. The Prime Minister of India is the chairman of all Zonal Councils.

 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Ques:5

Consider the following with reference to ‘The International Space Station (ISS)’:

1. The International Space Station (ISS) is a collaborative project involving NASA, Roscosmos, JAXA, ESA, and CNSA.
2. The ISS orbits the Earth approximately once every 90 minutes.
3. The ISS has its own propulsion system to maintain its orbit without requiring external assistance.

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:6

Consider the following statements regarding Dhole:

1. It is a species of wild dog native to Africa.
2. It is classified as a globally endangered species.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:7

Consider the following statements:

Statement-I:

Sonic weapons are frequently used in crowd control scenarios for their non-lethal effects.

Statement-II:

These weapons emit high-intensity sound waves that induce disorientation and pain, forcing targets to disperse.

Which of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Ques:8

The Houthi rebels are a militia group in which of the following country?

Ques:9

Consider the following statements regarding Avian Flu:

1. It is caused by influenza virus.
2. It is also known as bird flu and is limited to birds and their eggs.
3. H5N1 is the most common subtype of bird flu.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Ques:10

Consider the following countries:

1. Brazil
2. USA
3. Argentina
4. Mexico

How many of the above are member states of Mercosur?