UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: March 6, 2025

1. Anthurium flowers are cultivated primarily for their medicinal properties.
2. Mizoram has established the first Anthurium flower cooperative in India.
3. The first export of Anthurium flowers from Mizoram was to Singapore.
4. Anthurium flowers are known for their long-lasting blooms and vibrant colors.

How many of the above statements are correct?

1. Japanese Encephalitis
2. Chandipura Virus
3. West Nile Virus

Which of the above is/are primarily transmitted by mosquitoes?

1. The winter snowfall in Kashmir has been diminishing over the past decade.
2. Chillai kalaan is traditionally a period of heavy snowfall in December and January.

Select the correct option from the codes given below:

1. Glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs) are primarily caused by heavy rainfall.
2. Snowmelt-induced floods occur when temperatures rise and accelerate snowmelt.
3. GLOFs are limited to high-altitude regions and do not pose a threat to lowland areas.

How many of the above statements are correct?

1. The aim of the organisation is to guarantee the freedom and security of its members through political and military means.
2. The organisation was established based on Washington Treaty.
3. It is headquartered in New York.

Select the correct option from the codes given below: