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

Ques:1

Consider the following statements with respect to Preamble to Indian constitution

1. The Congress party adopted a resolution to establish a socialist pattern of society in its Avadi session in 1955.
2.  The word socialist is added by the 42^nd amendment in 1976 in the Preamble of Indian constitution.
3.  Preamble is a part of Indian constitution and is justiciable.

How many of the above is/are correctly matched?

Ques:2

What change did SEBI make in how it measures risk in futures and options trading?

Ques:3

Consider the following statements:

1. The Lilatilakam, a 15th-century grammar text, classified the languages of Kerala, Pandya, and Chola regions under the label "Dramida."
2. The author of Lilatilakam included Karnata and Andhra languages in the “Dramida” group due to their similarity with Tamil.
3. The term "Tamil Veda" in Lilatilakam refers to the Tiruvaymozhi, a revered Tamil text.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Ques:4

Which of the following best explains the meaning of deregulation in the context of economy?

Ques:5

The Drake Passage is

Ques:6

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of initiatives have been undertaken by Indian states to improve Early Childhood Education:

1. Uttar Pradesh has recruited nearly 11,000 ECE educators for Balavatikas.
2. Odisha has launched Shishu Vatikas in all government schools to prepare children aged 5-6 years for formal schooling.
3. Madhya Pradesh runs the monthly Bal Choupal programme to engage parents in play-based learning.

Select the answer using the code given below:

Ques:7

Which of the following is a correct use of calcium carbide?

Ques:8

Consider the following with reference to the Heckman Curve and its implications:

1. The rate of return on investment in early childhood education is higher than that in later years of education.
2. Every dollar invested in ECE yields a return between $7 and $12.
3. Early childhood education has no significant impact on long-term earning potential.

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:9

Consider the following with reference to the Finance Commission:

1. The Finance Commission recommends grants-in-aid to States under Article 275 of the Constitution.
2. The Chairman of the Finance Commission is appointed by the Prime Minister.
3. The Finance Commission can legislate changes in the financial relations between the Union and States.
4. It has the power to enforce its recommendations.

How many of the above is/are correct?

Ques:10

Consider the following with reference to Special Category Status (SCS) in India:

1. Special Category Status is granted to states based on criteria like hilly terrain, low population density, and strategic location.
2. States with Special Category Status receive a higher share of central assistance compared to other states.
3. Special Category Status is a constitutional status guaranteed under Article 371 of the Indian Constitution. 

How many of the above is/are not correct?