29-Oct-24: UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz With Answers

Ques:1

Consider the following statements regarding Census in India:

1. Since 1881, it is conducted every 10 years but was not done in 2021.
2. It is conducted by Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India under Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:2

Consider the following statements regarding delimitation in India:

1. Delimitation is a constitutionally mandatory exercise to be done after every census.
2. It is carried out by the Delimitation Commission, established by the Parliament.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:3

Consider the following statements about Aadhaar:

1. Aadhaar is a unique identification number issued to Indian residents by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
2. It is intended to provide a universal identity infrastructure.
3. It can be used as a proof of address and age.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Ques:4

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Ques:5

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Ques:6

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of ‘The Diammonium phosphate (DAP)’:

1. The essential nutrients like Nitrogen and Phosphorus are primarily provided by DAP.
2. DAP is best applied to soil in in the Germination phase of crop growth.
3. Over-application of DAP leads to reduced microbial activity.

Select the answer using the code given below:

Ques:7

Which of the following is an indicator of a cyclical slowdown?

Ques:8

Consider the following with reference to the ‘Food Corporation of India’:

1. The main objective of the FCI is to regulate food prices in the market.
2. FCI primarily deals with fruits and vegetables.
3. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana is implemented by FCI to distribute food grains to the poor.

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:9

Which of following is a common theme among ‘Barefoot College’, ‘Grameen Shakti’, and ‘Solar Sister’?

Ques:10

Consider the following with reference to ‘The Similipal Tiger Reserve’:

1. The Similipal Tiger Reserve is located in the state of Odhisa.
2. It was declared a tiger reserve in 2012 by the state government.
3. The river Budhabalanga originates within the reserve.
4. Only the Gond tribes are indigenous to the Similipal Tiger Reserve area.

How many of the above is/are correct?