UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 16, 2025

1. With reference to the Hansa-3 NG (Next Generation) aircraft, consider the following statements: It is an indigenous two-seater aircraft developed by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research–National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR–NAL). Hansa-3 NG is primarily designed for surveillance and ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 15, 2025

1. Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Sporosarcina pasteurii is a bacterium that can enhance the strength of bricks made from lunar soil. Statement-II: This bacterium is capable of converting urea and calcium into calcium carbonate crystals, which help bind soil ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 12, 2025

1. Consider the following statements: The “Big Four” venomous snakes in India have established commercial antivenoms. The absence of species-specific antivenoms for pit vipers poses a major healthcare challenge. The government aims to reduce snakebite mortality by 50% by 2030. ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 11, 2025

1. With reference to agricultural products, consider the following statements: Chickpeas are commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine and can be eaten fresh or dried. Fava beans are also known as garbanzo beans and are a key ingredient in hummus. Lentils ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 7, 2025

1. With reference to anti-tank missile systems, consider the following statements: Javelin is a man-portable fire-and-forget anti-tank missile system developed by Raytheon and Lockheed Martin. Spike is a family of anti-tank guided missiles developed by the Israeli defense company Rafael. ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 4, 2025

1. With respect to Phosphatic and Potassic fertilisers, which of the following statements is/are correct? Phosphatic fertilisers are primarily used to enhance the growth of root systems in plants. Potassic fertilisers are exclusively used for fruit-bearing plants. Select the correct ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 3, 2025

1. In the context of Sourcex India 2025: India is one of the world’s largest producers of textiles, contributing significantly to its export economy. The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) was established in 1965 to promote India’s exports. Which ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 2, 2025

1. In the context of the Jnanpith Award, which of the following statements is/are correct? It honors authors for their exceptional contributions to literature in Indian languages listed in the 8th Schedule (22 languages) of the Constitution only. Once a ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 1, 2025

1. With respect to menhirs, which of the following observations is/are correct? Menhirs were primarily used as burial markers in ancient cultures. All menhirs are aligned with the cardinal directions for astronomical purposes. Select the correct option from the codes ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: March 29, 2025

1. In the context of ancient civilizations, consider the following statements: The Indus Valley Civilization was known for its advanced urban planning and drainage systems. The Minoan civilization of Crete is known for its grand palaces and frescoes. The Olmecs, ..