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

Ques:1

Consider the following statements regarding GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs):

1. These are a new class of medicines that mimic a hormone that regulates appetite and blood sugar levels.
2. They can be used to manage diabetes and obesity.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Ques:2

Consider the following statements regarding Thrissur Pooram: 

1. It is an annual Hindu festival held in Kerala.
2. is a vibrant temple festival featuring majestic elephant processions and traditional percussion performances.
3. It marks the harvest festival and is celebrated with the lighting of traditional lamps.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Ques:3

Consider the following statements regarding the removal of the Vice President of India:

1. The Constitution of India explicitly states the grounds for the removal of the Vice President.
2. The resolution for the removal of the Vice President can be moved only after a 14-day advance notice has been given.
3. The Chair of the house has to accept the notice to bring the resolution for removal of the Vice President.
4. The Vice President can be removed by a resolution passed by a majority of two-third members present and voting in both Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Ques:4

In recent time the drugs Ozempic, Zepbound, Wegovy and Mounjaro have become popular around the world. These drugs are used for …

Ques:5

Consider the following border states in India:

1. Manipur
2. Mizoram
3. Nagaland

How many of the above states are under the Protected Area Regime?

Ques:6

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar:

 

1. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was the chairman of  Provincial Constitution Committee.
2. Scheduled Castes Federation was founded by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
3. The book Annihilation of Caste written by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar critiques the caste system in India.

 

Select the answer using the code given below:

Ques:7

The Gateway of India was built to commemorate the visit of which British monarch?

Ques:8

Consider the following with reference to the Eklavya Model of Residential Schools:

 

1. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is responsible for operating Eklavya Model of Residential Schools.
2. The funding for Eklavya Model Residential Schools is provided through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
3. All children from rural areas are eligible to be admitted to Eklavya Model Residential Schools.

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:9

Consider the following with reference to the countries that are an observer state in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO):

1. Iran
2. Iraq
3. Mongolia
4. Turkey

 

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:10

With reference to the Right to Information Act, citizens can request information from:

1. Private companies
2. Public authorities
3. International organizations
4. Religious institutions

 

How many of the above is/are correct?