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

Ques:1

Consider the following statements regarding Olive Ridley Turtles:

1. Olive Ridley Turtles are named after their olive-coloured shell.
2. They are solitary creatures and do not exhibit any group nesting behaviour.
3. These turtles are classified as a species of least concern by the IUCN.

How many of the above are indicators used for the QS World Future Skills Index?

Ques:2

Consider the following statements regarding the Dark Web:

1. The Dark Web is a part of the internet that can only be accessed using specialized software like Tor.
2. All activities on the Dark Web are illegal.

Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?

Ques:3

The SVAMITVA scheme aims to:

Ques:4

Consider the following statements regarding the Minimum Support Price (MSP):

1. Minimum Support Price (MSP) is determined by the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) for select crops based on the recommendations of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA).
2. MSP is legally binding on private traders and middlemen to ensure that farmers receive the minimum price for their crops.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:5

Which article of the Indian Constitution mentions the Uniform Civil Code (UCC)?

Ques:6

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of United Nations Security Council (UNSC)

1. The UNSC is responsible for maintaining international peace and security.
2. The UNSC has 15 members, 5 of which are permanent and 10 are elected for three-year terms.
3. The UNSC has the authority to issue binding resolutions that all UN member states must follow.

 

Select the answer using the code given below:

Ques:7

Which of Akbar's Nine Jewels (Nav Ratnas) was known for his knowledge of military strategy and was a general in Akbar's army?

Ques:8

Consider the following with reference to the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (Indian Criminal Code):

1. The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita was drafted by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
2. It replaced the Indian Penal Code and will did not impact the Criminal Procedure Code or the Indian Evidence Act.
3. The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita aim to introduce provisions for the protection of civil liberties in criminal investigations.

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:9

Who appoints the members of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT)?

Ques:10

Consider the following with reference to characteristic of the "Troika Plus":

1. It focuses on diplomatic engagement with the Taliban in Afghanistan.
2. It includes both regional and global powers.
3. It acts as a peacekeeping force in Afghanistan.
4. It seeks to influence the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan.

 

How many of the above is/are correct?