15-May-25: UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz With Answers

Ques:1

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs):

1. UAVs are primarily used for military surveillance and reconnaissance operations.
2. UAVs are incapable of being used for commercial applications like cargo delivery and agriculture.
3. UAVs can operate autonomously or be remotely controlled by human operators.

Select the answer using the code given below:

Ques:2

The National Security Adviser (NSA) of India is appointed by:

Ques:3

Consider the following with reference to the Supreme Court of India:

1. The President of India appoints the Chief Justice of India in consultation with the Council of Ministers.
2. The Supreme Court has the power to enforce Fundamental Rights under Article 32.
3. It has advisory jurisdiction under Article 143.

How many of the above is/are incorrect?

Ques:4

The Quad was first initiated as a dialogue by which of the following countries?

Ques:5

Consider the following with reference to e SkyStriker loitering munition:

1. The SkyStriker is an autonomous loitering munition used primarily for reconnaissance and intelligence gathering.
2. It is equipped with a 5-10 kg warhead for high-precision strikes on designated targets.
3. The SkyStriker has a maximum range of up to 100 kilometers.
4. It is powered by electric propulsion, which provides stealth and low noise during operations.

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:6

Consider the following statements regarding International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA):

1. The IAEA is an independent international organization that reports to both the UN General Assembly and the UN Security Council.
2. The IAEA's primary role is to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy and to prevent its use for military purposes.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:7

Lunar Polar Exploration (LUPEX) is a joint mission of …

Ques:8

Consider the following statements regarding Avian Flu:

1. It is caused by influenza virus.
2. It is also known as bird flu and is limited to birds and their eggs.
3. H5N1 is the most common subtype of bird flu.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Ques:9

What is the primary focus of the United Nations Security Council's 1267 Sanctions Committee?

Ques:10

It is an indigenously developed mobile short-to-medium-range surface-to- air missile system developed by India. It is currently in service with the Indian Air Force and the Indian Army. It can simultaneously engage multiple aerial targets.

The above lines describe which of the following missiles in India.