03 Jan 2025 Current Affairs Quiz

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC):

1. It functions under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
2. Its primary aim is to monitor biodiversity conservation.
3. It is constituted under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.

Select the answer using the code given below:

Which of the following best describes a dual criminality principle in extradition?

Consider the following with reference to the Right to Strike:

1. Article 19 of the Indian Constitution indirectly recognizes the right to strike.
2. Strikes by public sector employees in India are completely prohibited.
3. Minerva Mills vs Union of India clarified that the right to strike is not a fundamental right.
4. It is included in the Concurrent List as per the Indian Constitution.

How many of the above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements:

1. Hydrogels can be classified as natural, synthetic, or hybrid.
2. The main application of hydrogels in medicine is for drug-delivery.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following with reference to the features of the special status of Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution:

1. Jammu and Kashmir had its own flag
2. Jammu and Kashmir had full control over defense matters
3. Citizens of Jammu and Kashmir were governed by the state constitution
4. Non-residents could not own property in Jammu and Kashmir

How many of the above is/are not correct?

Consider the following protected areas:

How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

Consider the following statements regarding Governor of a state in India:

1. The Governor of a state is appointed by the President of India and holds office during the pleasure of the President.
2. The qualifications for a Governor include that they must be at least 35 years old and a resident of the state where they are appointed.
3. President of India administers the oath of office to the newly appointed governors.

How many of the above statements are INCORRECT?

Sree Narayana Guru is best known for his contributions to:  

Consider the following statements regarding Khel Ratna award:

1. Khel Ratna Award is India's highest sporting honour, is named after Rajiv Gandhi.
2. It recognizes outstanding performance in sports and games at the international level.
3. Viswanathan Anand, the chess grandmaster, was the first recipient of this award.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Right to Property in India:

1. Right to Property ceased to be a Fundamental Right by the Constitution (Forty-Fourth Amendment) Act, 1978.
2. It is a constitutional right under Article 300-A of the Constitution.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?