04-Jul-24: UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz With Answers

Ques:1

Consider the following statements regarding ‘AI GPUs’

1. AI GPUs are specifically designed for sequential processing tasks.
2. NVIDIA and AMD are major manufacturers of AI GPUs.
3. AI GPUs typically have higher memory bandwidth compared to standard GPUs.
4. AI GPUs are less energy-efficient than CPUs for machine learning tasks.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Ques:2

Consider the following statements about the Global Partnership for AI (GPAI) initiative

1. GPAI was launched in 2020 to guide the responsible development and use of AI.
2. The initiative is hosted by G7 secretariate.
3. India is one of the founding members of the Initiative.

Which of the above statements are correct?

Ques:3

Which of the following statements best describes ‘passive funds’ in the Indian investment context?

Ques:4

Recently, ‘Apophis’ was in the news. Which one of the following best describe it?

Ques:5

Consider the following statements regarding the Lok Sabha Speaker’s power to amend rules

1. The power is derived from Article 118 of the Indian Constitution.
2. The Speaker can make amendments without any consultation.
3. All rule changes require approval from the entire Lok Sabha.
4. Amended rules become effective immediately upon the Speaker’s decision.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Ques:6

With references to the writ Habeas corpus, consider the following statements

1. Habeas corpus first appeared in English law during the reign of King John in the Magna Carta.
2. The writ  is universally recognized as a fundamental human right under the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
3. The writ guarantees a speedy trial for individuals detained by the government.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

Ques:7

How do regenerative braking systems in bullet trains contribute to energy efficiency?

Ques:8

Consider the following pairs:

             Lake                          State

1. Punnamada lake     Kerala
2. Kolleru lake             Telangana
3. Nakki lake               Rajasthan
4. Chilika lake             Odisha

Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?

Ques:9

Which mining method involves the removal of overburden to expose a coal seam close to the surface?

Ques:10

Which of the following statements about particulate matter (PM) is accurate?