17-Feb-25: UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz With Answers

Ques:1

Common rosefinch, Eurasian wigeon and Black rumped flameback, recently seen in news are …

Ques:2

Which of the following country is the largest exporter of Soyabean Oil to India?

Ques:3

Consider the following statements regarding Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana - Developing Agri Districts Programme:

1. It aims to enhance agricultural productivity, adopt crop diversification and sustainable agriculture practices, augment post-harvest storage at the panchayat and block level.
2. It will cover 112 districts with low productivity, moderate crop intensity and below-average credit parameters.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:4

Consider the following statements regarding Green Bonds:

1. Green Bonds are debt instruments issued by governments, corporations, and multilateral banks to raise funds for projects that reduce emissions or enhance climate resilience.
2. Issuers typically offer green bonds at lower yields than conventional bonds, assuring investors that the proceeds will be used exclusively for green investments.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:5

The city of Bukavu is located in …

Ques:6

Consider the following with reference to states/Union Territories (UT) that do not share border with Yamuna river and its tributaries i.e. the Yamuna Basin:

1. Chandigarh
2. Madhya Pradesh
3. Gujarat
4. Rajasthan
5. Bihar

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:7

The Siliguri Corridor is also known as..

Ques:8

Consider the following with reference to the National Family Health Survey (NFHS):

1. National Family Health Survey (NFHS) aim is to assess the economic condition of families.
2. NITI Aayog conducts the NFHS in India.
3. It is conducted annually in India.

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:9

Who appoints the Chairperson of the National Green Tribunal?

Ques:10

Consider the following with reference to the key sectors under the Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET):

1. Artificial Intelligence
2. Quantum Computing
3. Advanced Telecommunications
4. Textile Manufacturing

 

How many of the above is/are correct?