11-Dec-24: UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz With Answers

Ques:1

Consider the following statements regarding pardoning power of the President of India:

1. The President's pardoning power under Article 72 extends to cases involving death sentences.
2. The President exercises this power independently and is not bound by the advice of the Council of Ministers.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:2

Consider the following snake species:

1. Indian Cobra
2. King Cobra
3. Common Krait
4. Russell’s Viper
5. Saw Scaled Viper

Which of the above are the Big Four (Top four) species that cause 90% of snakebites in India?

Ques:3

Saydnaya Prison, recently seen in news is located in …

Ques:4

Consider the following statements regarding T+0 settlement in financial markets:

1. T+0 settlement means that the trade is settled on the same day the transaction occurs.
2. It eliminates the need for intermediaries such as clearinghouses.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:5

Which of the following factors weaken Indian Rupee against the US Dollar in international market?

1. Higher crude oil prices in international markets.
2. Increase in foreign portfolio investment inflows into Indian markets.
3. Widening of India's trade deficit.
4. Increase in the interest rates by the US Federal Reserve.

Select the correct option

Ques:6

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of National Credit Framework (NCF):

 

1. It aims integrate and standardize the credit transfer system for education and skill development.
2. Ministry of Education is responsible for implementing the National Credit Framework in India.
3. Only technical education is included in the National Credit Framework.

 

Select the answer using the code given below:

Ques:7

Consider the following with reference to the qualification required to become a member of the Lok Sabha:

 

1. Must be a citizen of India
2. Must be at least 25 years old
3. Must be a graduate
4. Must not be convicted of any criminal offense

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:8

Consider the following with reference to ‘The PM POSHAN scheme’:

 

1. The PM POSHAN is the revamped version of Mid-Day Meal Scheme.
2. Students from Classes I to VIII in government and government-aided schools are covered under the PM POSHAN scheme.
3. Funding pattern for the PM POSHAN scheme is 100% by the central government.
4. Only vegetarian food is encouraged to be included in school meals.

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:9

Consider the following with reference to the countries haring the land border with Russia:

 

1. North Korea
2. Kazakhstan
3. China
4. Finland

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:10

Which space agency is responsible for the development of the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV)?