04-Feb-25: UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz With Answers

Ques:1

The landmark case of A.K. Gopalan vs the State of Madras (1950) dealt with…

Ques:2

Which of the following statements regarding parliamentary privileges in India is correct?

Ques:3

Consider the following statements regarding Fentanyl:

1. It is a potent synthetic opioid drug significantly more potent than morphine.
2. It is approved as a powerful anti-histamine, used for the treatment of allergies.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:4

Consider the following statements regarding Blood Cancer: 

1. Blood cancer primarily affects the production and function of blood cells in the bone marrow.
2. Leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma are the three main types of blood cancer.
3. The cause of blood cancer is limited to genetic factors only.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Ques:5

Consider the following statements regarding Election Commission of India:

1. The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body established under Article 324 of the Indian Constitution.
2. The Election Commission of India is responsible for conducting elections to the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, whereas State Election Commission is responsible for conducting election to the State Assemblies.
3. The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) can be removed from office in the same manner as a judge of the Supreme Court.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Ques:6

Which of the following statements are not correct in respect of the Dollar Index:

1. A rising Dollar Index indicates a stronger US dollar against other currencies.
2. The index is directly controlled by the US Federal Reserve.
3. The Chinese Yuan (CNY) is included in the index.

 

Select the answer using the code given below:

Ques:7

Consider the following with reference to the principles of World Trade Organisation:

1. Protectionism
2. Free trade without restrictions
3. Non-discriminatory treatment
4. Setting trade quotas

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:8

Consider the following breaches that are considered as a breach of privilege in the context of Parliament:  

1. Preventing an MP from attending a session
2. Publishing false reports about Parliament’s proceedings
3. Criticizing an MP’s speech in a public forum
4. Threatening an MP to influence their vote

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:9

Consider the following with reference to the components of PM KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) Scheme:

1. Installation of solar-powered agricultural pumps
2. Solarizing existing grid-connected pumps
3. Setting up decentralized solar power plants

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:10

What will the National Mission on Edible Oils improve in India?