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

Ques:1

Consider the following:

1. Salma Dam
2. Chahbahar Port
3. Zaranj-Delaram Highway  

How many of the above are Indian investments/projects in Afghanistan?

Ques:2

Consider the following statements regarding Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA):

1. The act allows for detention without a charge sheet for a maximum period of 90 days.
2. Under the UAPA, both Indian citizens and foreign nationals can be charged for offenses committed within or outside India.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:3

Consider the following statements regarding Mullaperiyar Dam:

1. The dam is situated on Periyar River.
2. It is located in Tamil Nadu.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:4

Consider the following:

1. Paper
2. Paint
3. Ceramics
4. Plastics

How many of the above products/industries use soapstone as a material?

Ques:5

Consider the following statements regarding Polar Vortex:

1. The Polar Vortex is a large area of low-pressure and cold air that surrounds the Earth's poles, typically stronger during the summer months.
2. A weakening of the Polar Vortex can result in extreme cold weather events in mid-latitude regions.

  Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:6

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of ‘The Chief Information Commission (CIC)’:

1. The Chief Information Commission (CIC) was established by the Right to Information Act, 2005.
2. The Chief Justice of India appoints the Chief Information Commissioner of India.
3. 5 years or until the age of 65, whichever is earlier is the tenure of the Chief Information Commissioner.

 

Select the answer using the code given below:

Ques:7

What is the significance of the Ken-Betwa River Linking Project for Panna Tiger Reserve?

Ques:8

Consider the following with reference to the areas covered under the Right to Information (RTI):

1. Information affecting national security
2. Information related to government contracts
3. Budget allocation of public authorities
4. Information on development schemes

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:9

What is the primary function of the National Water Development Agency (NWDA)?

Ques:10

Consider the following with reference to the examples of private capex:

1. Payment of employee salaries
2. Purchase of machinery by a private company
3. Issuance of corporate bonds
4. Borrowing from a bank for working capital

 

How many of the above is/are correct?