UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 25, 2025

1. Consider the following: Khelo India Winter Games Winter Olympics Commonwealth Games Which of the above is/are primarily focused on winter sports? [A] Only 1 & 2[B] Only 2[C] 1, 2, and 3[D] 1 & 3 Show Answer Correct Answer: ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 24, 2025

1. Which of the following statements about Zero Coupon Bonds are correct? These are non-tradable, non-transferable financial instruments. They are sold by the central government but redeemed at a value depending upon inflation. The value of these bonds is inversely ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 23, 2025

1. With reference to the Offshore Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 2002, which of the following statements is/are correct? The 2023 amendments to the Act allow state governments to retain royalties from offshore sand mining. The Act permits private sector ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 22, 2025

1. Which of the following is/are primarily used for artillery in modern warfare in India? K9 Vajra M777 Ultra Light Howitzer Dhanush ATAGS Which of the above is/are primarily used for artillery in modern warfare? [A] Only 1, 2 and ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 21, 2025

1. Consider the following Statements: Unlike devaluation, which results from market forces, Depreciation is a policy-driven decision. Rising Inflation, Widening Trade Deficit, Fiscal Deficit are some of the internal factors of Depreciation. Which of the above statements is/are correct? [A] Only 1[B] ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 20, 2025

1. Consider the following: Sambhav smartphone M-Sigma application Sanchar Saathi Which of the above is/are designed for secure communication in military operations? [A] Only 1 & 2[B] Only 2[C] 1, 2 & 3[D] 1 & 3 Show Answer Correct Answer: ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 18, 2025

1. Consider the following statements about the SCORES platform: It is a web-based centralized grievance redressal system of the RBI. It handles complaints related to mutual funds. Which of the statements above is/are correct? [A] Only 1 [B] Only 2[C] ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 17, 2025

1. In the context of Small Finance Banks (SFBs), consider the following statements: SFBs in India offer basic banking services and credit to underserved populations. They are regulated by the NABARD. SFBs must follow all RBI prudential norms, including CRR ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 16, 2025

1. With respect to the Clouded Leopard, consider the following Statements: They are neither a true great cat nor a true small cat, because they cannot roar or purr. Clouded leopards are classified as ‘vulnerable’ by the IUCN due to declining ..

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: January 15, 2025

1. In the light of tectonic activity, consider the following statements: The Pacific Plate is the largest tectonic plate on Earth. Subduction zones are where tectonic plates move apart. Mount St. Helens is an example of a volcano located in ..