01-Jan-25: UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz With Answers

Ques:1

Which of the following sector has the highest weightage in the Index of Eight Core Industries?

Ques:2

Consider the following instruments:

1. National Small Savings Fund (NSSF)
2. Provident Funds
3. Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs)

How many of the above are the instruments through which Government of India finances its fiscal deficit?

Ques:3

Consider the following statements regarding Gaganyaan Mission: 

1. It will be India’s first attempt at sending humans into space.
2. The astronauts for the mission will be called ‘vyommitra’.
3. Before the main flight, ISRO has planned three uncrewed preparatory missions.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Ques:4

Consider the following statements regarding Pangong Tso Lake:

1. It is a saltwater lake extending between India and China.
2. The lake freezes completely during the winter months despite its saline water content.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:5

Which of the following country is the largest producer of coffee in the world?

Ques:6

Consider the following with reference to the key responsibilities of Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO):

1. Issuing Indian citizenship to foreigners
2. Registration, visa extension, and monitoring of foreign nationals in India
3. Conducting passport verification for Indian citizens
4. Border security and immigration

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:7

Consider the following with reference to the tribes of Manipur:

1. Thadou
2. Simte
3. Kuki
4. Paite

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:8

Consider the following with reference to ‘The Quad’:

1. The Quad countries share a commitment towards a free and open Indo-Pacific.
2. India, Japan, the USA, and Australia held the inaugural 'Quad' discussions in Manila.
3. The idea of creating the Quad was first proposed by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:9

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) replaced which earlier body responsible for regulating competition in India?

Ques:10

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Criminal Investigation Department (CID):

1. Inspector General of Police (IGP) is the head of a CID in a state.
2. Economic Offenses Wing (EOW) is a specialized branch of CID.
3. The CID is a specialized branch of Indian Police Service (IPS) only.

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