UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 1 October 2024

The Current Affairs Quiz 2024 is a daily quiz based on the DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS AND PIB SUMMARY from the previous day, as posted on our website. It covers all relevant news sources and is designed to test your knowledge of current events. Solving these questions will help you retain both concepts and facts relevant to the UPSC IAS civil services exam.

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• Question 1 of 10 1. Question 1 points Which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution mandates the State to ensure that children are not abused and are provided opportunities for healthy development? a) Article 21 b) Article 15(3) c) Article 39(e) and (f) d) Article 47 Correct Solution: c) Article 39(e) and (f) direct the State to protect children from abuse and provide them with opportunities for healthy development. Article 39(e) mandates that children should not be exploited in harmful employment, while Article 39(f) ensures that children grow up with dignity, freedom, and a healthy environment. These provisions are part of the Directive Principles of State Policy, guiding the State to create policies for the welfare and protection of children, although not enforceable in a court of law. Incorrect Solution: c) Article 39(e) and (f) direct the State to protect children from abuse and provide them with opportunities for healthy development. Article 39(e) mandates that children should not be exploited in harmful employment, while Article 39(f) ensures that children grow up with dignity, freedom, and a healthy environment. These provisions are part of the Directive Principles of State Policy, guiding the State to create policies for the welfare and protection of children, although not enforceable in a court of law.

#### 1. Question

Which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution mandates the State to ensure that children are not abused and are provided opportunities for healthy development?

• a) Article 21

• b) Article 15(3)

• c) Article 39(e) and (f)

• d) Article 47

Solution: c)

• Article 39(e) and (f) direct the State to protect children from abuse and provide them with opportunities for healthy development.

• Article 39(e) mandates that children should not be exploited in harmful employment, while Article 39(f) ensures that children grow up with dignity, freedom, and a healthy environment.

These provisions are part of the Directive Principles of State Policy, guiding the State to create policies for the welfare and protection of children, although not enforceable in a court of law.

Solution: c)

• Article 39(e) and (f) direct the State to protect children from abuse and provide them with opportunities for healthy development.

• Article 39(e) mandates that children should not be exploited in harmful employment, while Article 39(f) ensures that children grow up with dignity, freedom, and a healthy environment.

These provisions are part of the Directive Principles of State Policy, guiding the State to create policies for the welfare and protection of children, although not enforceable in a court of law.

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Match the following monuments in the Mehrauli Archaeological Park with their features: Monument Feature A. Tomb of Balban 1. Reflects the transition from Lodi to Mughal architectural elements B. Jamali Kamali Mosque 2. India’s first true arch and dome C. Rajon Ki Baoli 3. A stepwell reflecting the importance of water management D. Gandhak ki Baoli 4. A Mughal-era structure showcasing advanced design Select the correct option: a) A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4 b) A-1, B-2, C-4, D-3 c) A-2, B-4, C-3, D-1 d) A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4 Correct Solution: a) Tomb of Balban contains India’s first true arch and dome (A-2). Jamali Kamali Mosque reflects the transition from Lodi to Mughal architectural elements (B-1). Rajon Ki Baoli is a stepwell reflecting water management (C-3). Gandhak ki Baoli is a Mughal-era structure with advanced design (D-4). Incorrect Solution: a) Tomb of Balban contains India’s first true arch and dome (A-2). Jamali Kamali Mosque reflects the transition from Lodi to Mughal architectural elements (B-1). Rajon Ki Baoli is a stepwell reflecting water management (C-3). Gandhak ki Baoli is a Mughal-era structure with advanced design (D-4).

#### 2. Question

Match the following monuments in the Mehrauli Archaeological Park with their features:

Monument | Feature

A. Tomb of Balban | 1. Reflects the transition from Lodi to Mughal architectural elements

B. Jamali Kamali Mosque | 2. India’s first true arch and dome

C. Rajon Ki Baoli | 3. A stepwell reflecting the importance of water management

D. Gandhak ki Baoli | 4. A Mughal-era structure showcasing advanced design

Select the correct option:

• a) A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4

• b) A-1, B-2, C-4, D-3

• c) A-2, B-4, C-3, D-1

• d) A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4

Solution: a)

• Tomb of Balban contains India’s first true arch and dome (A-2).

• Jamali Kamali Mosque reflects the transition from Lodi to Mughal architectural elements (B-1).

• Rajon Ki Baoli is a stepwell reflecting water management (C-3).

• Gandhak ki Baoli is a Mughal-era structure with advanced design (D-4).

Solution: a)

• Tomb of Balban contains India’s first true arch and dome (A-2).

• Jamali Kamali Mosque reflects the transition from Lodi to Mughal architectural elements (B-1).

• Rajon Ki Baoli is a stepwell reflecting water management (C-3).

• Gandhak ki Baoli is a Mughal-era structure with advanced design (D-4).

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the NAMASTE Programme: It was launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It aims to empower sanitation workers by turning them into “sanipreneurs.” It focuses on eliminating manual hazardous cleaning practices. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: d) The NAMASTE Programme, launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, focuses on empowering sanitation workers by turning them into “sanipreneurs” and eliminating manual hazardous cleaning practices. It provides them with entrepreneurial training, mechanized equipment, and safety gear, ensuring a dignified livelihood and safer working conditions. Incorrect Solution: d) The NAMASTE Programme, launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, focuses on empowering sanitation workers by turning them into “sanipreneurs” and eliminating manual hazardous cleaning practices. It provides them with entrepreneurial training, mechanized equipment, and safety gear, ensuring a dignified livelihood and safer working conditions.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements about the NAMASTE Programme:

• It was launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

• It aims to empower sanitation workers by turning them into “sanipreneurs.”

• It focuses on eliminating manual hazardous cleaning practices.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: d)

The NAMASTE Programme, launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, focuses on empowering sanitation workers by turning them into “sanipreneurs” and eliminating manual hazardous cleaning practices. It provides them with entrepreneurial training, mechanized equipment, and safety gear, ensuring a dignified livelihood and safer working conditions.

Solution: d)

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding child protection provisions in the Indian Constitution: Article 15(3) allows for special provisions for children and women. Article 21 includes the right to protection from exploitation for all citizens. Article 47 explicitly focuses on the health and welfare of children. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1 and 2 only c) 2 and 3 only d) All of the above Correct Solution: b) Article 15(3) allows for special provisions for the welfare of children and women. Article 21 includes the right to life and personal liberty, encompassing protection from exploitation. Article 47 focuses on public health and nutrition but does not specifically focus on children. Incorrect Solution: b) Article 15(3) allows for special provisions for the welfare of children and women. Article 21 includes the right to life and personal liberty, encompassing protection from exploitation. Article 47 focuses on public health and nutrition but does not specifically focus on children.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding child protection provisions in the Indian Constitution:

• Article 15(3) allows for special provisions for children and women.

• Article 21 includes the right to protection from exploitation for all citizens.

• Article 47 explicitly focuses on the health and welfare of children.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• b) 1 and 2 only

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) All of the above

Solution: b)

• Article 15(3) allows for special provisions for the welfare of children and women.

• Article 21 includes the right to life and personal liberty, encompassing protection from exploitation.

• Article 47 focuses on public health and nutrition but does not specifically focus on children.

Solution: b)

• Article 15(3) allows for special provisions for the welfare of children and women.

• Article 21 includes the right to life and personal liberty, encompassing protection from exploitation.

• Article 47 focuses on public health and nutrition but does not specifically focus on children.

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the Nipah virus: Nipah is a zoonotic virus transmitted from fruit bats to humans. The virus can cause severe neurological symptoms, including encephalitis. Human-to-human transmission is possible. A vaccine has been developed and is widely used. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1, 2, and 3 only b) 1 and 4 only c) 2 and 3 only d) All of the above Correct Solution: a) The Nipah virus is a zoonotic virus transmitted from fruit bats to humans, which can cause severe neurological symptoms, including encephalitis. Human-to-human transmission is possible, but no vaccine has been developed for Nipah, making statement 4 incorrect. Incorrect Solution: a) The Nipah virus is a zoonotic virus transmitted from fruit bats to humans, which can cause severe neurological symptoms, including encephalitis. Human-to-human transmission is possible, but no vaccine has been developed for Nipah, making statement 4 incorrect.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Nipah virus:

• Nipah is a zoonotic virus transmitted from fruit bats to humans.

• The virus can cause severe neurological symptoms, including encephalitis.

• Human-to-human transmission is possible.

• A vaccine has been developed and is widely used.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• a) 1, 2, and 3 only

• b) 1 and 4 only

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) All of the above

Solution: a)

The Nipah virus is a zoonotic virus transmitted from fruit bats to humans, which can cause severe neurological symptoms, including encephalitis. Human-to-human transmission is possible, but no vaccine has been developed for Nipah, making statement 4 incorrect.

Solution: a)

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points What was the primary issue with the Pusa-44 rice variety that contributed to environmental concerns in Northern India? a) Low yield b) Pest susceptibility c) High water requirement d) Long maturation time Correct Solution: d) The Pusa-44 rice variety has a long maturation period, which leads to delayed wheat sowing and contributes to stubble burning. This has been a significant factor in the air pollution issues faced in Northern India, especially in Punjab and Haryana. Incorrect Solution: d) The Pusa-44 rice variety has a long maturation period, which leads to delayed wheat sowing and contributes to stubble burning. This has been a significant factor in the air pollution issues faced in Northern India, especially in Punjab and Haryana.

#### 6. Question

What was the primary issue with the Pusa-44 rice variety that contributed to environmental concerns in Northern India?

• a) Low yield

• b) Pest susceptibility

• c) High water requirement

• d) Long maturation time

Solution: d)

The Pusa-44 rice variety has a long maturation period, which leads to delayed wheat sowing and contributes to stubble burning. This has been a significant factor in the air pollution issues faced in Northern India, especially in Punjab and Haryana.

Solution: d)

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about Mehrauli Archaeological Park: It contains over 100 historically significant monuments. It is located adjacent to the Qutb complex in Delhi. The park includes British-era structures. It is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) Only three d) All four Correct Solution: c) Statement 4 is incorrect. The Mehrauli Archaeological Park contains over 100 historically significant monuments from different eras, including structures from the Tomar Rajputs, Khaljis, Lodis, Mughals, and British. It is located near the Qutb complex in Delhi, but it is not a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Incorrect Solution: c) Statement 4 is incorrect. The Mehrauli Archaeological Park contains over 100 historically significant monuments from different eras, including structures from the Tomar Rajputs, Khaljis, Lodis, Mughals, and British. It is located near the Qutb complex in Delhi, but it is not a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

#### 7. Question

Consider the following statements about Mehrauli Archaeological Park:

• It contains over 100 historically significant monuments.

• It is located adjacent to the Qutb complex in Delhi.

• The park includes British-era structures.

• It is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) Only three

• d) All four

Solution: c)

Statement 4 is incorrect.

The Mehrauli Archaeological Park contains over 100 historically significant monuments from different eras, including structures from the Tomar Rajputs, Khaljis, Lodis, Mughals, and British. It is located near the Qutb complex in Delhi, but it is not a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Solution: c)

Statement 4 is incorrect.

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points What is the primary aim of the PLI scheme for the textile sector in India? a) To reduce dependency on cotton b) To increase exports to $100 billion by 2030 c) To promote handloom production d) To provide subsidies for importing raw materials Correct Solution: b) One of the key objectives of the PLI scheme for the textile sector is to increase India’s textile exports to $100 billion by 2030. The scheme focuses on promoting the production of man-made fibers and technical textiles, enhancing India’s global competitiveness in the textile industry. Incorrect Solution: b) One of the key objectives of the PLI scheme for the textile sector is to increase India’s textile exports to $100 billion by 2030. The scheme focuses on promoting the production of man-made fibers and technical textiles, enhancing India’s global competitiveness in the textile industry.

#### 8. Question

What is the primary aim of the PLI scheme for the textile sector in India?

• a) To reduce dependency on cotton

• b) To increase exports to $100 billion by 2030

• c) To promote handloom production

• d) To provide subsidies for importing raw materials

Solution: b)

One of the key objectives of the PLI scheme for the textile sector is to increase India’s textile exports to $100 billion by 2030. The scheme focuses on promoting the production of man-made fibers and technical textiles, enhancing India’s global competitiveness in the textile industry.

Solution: b)

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment: It is an experiment designed to detect dark matter. Neutrino fog refers to interference caused by neutrinos in detecting dark matter. The LZ experiment is based in India. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) The LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment is designed to detect dark matter particles. The concept of neutrino fog refers to interference caused by neutrinos, which complicates the detection of dark matter. The experiment is based in the U.S., not India, making statement 3 incorrect. Incorrect Solution: b) The LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment is designed to detect dark matter particles. The concept of neutrino fog refers to interference caused by neutrinos, which complicates the detection of dark matter. The experiment is based in the U.S., not India, making statement 3 incorrect.

#### 9. Question

Consider the following statements about the LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment:

• It is an experiment designed to detect dark matter.

• Neutrino fog refers to interference caused by neutrinos in detecting dark matter.

• The LZ experiment is based in India.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

The LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment is designed to detect dark matter particles. The concept of neutrino fog refers to interference caused by neutrinos, which complicates the detection of dark matter. The experiment is based in the U.S., not India, making statement 3 incorrect.

Solution: b)

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Which of the following best describes a Pillbox structure? a) A fortification used during World War I b) A naval warfare bunker c) A type of air-raid shelter d) A small, concrete defense structure used during World War II Correct Solution: d) Pillboxes were small concrete defense structures built during World War II. These structures were strategically placed along coastlines, including Visakhapatnam, to protect against enemy invasions. They provided soldiers with protection while allowing them to fire through small loopholes. Incorrect Solution: d) Pillboxes were small concrete defense structures built during World War II. These structures were strategically placed along coastlines, including Visakhapatnam, to protect against enemy invasions. They provided soldiers with protection while allowing them to fire through small loopholes.

#### 10. Question

Which of the following best describes a Pillbox structure?

• a) A fortification used during World War I

• b) A naval warfare bunker

• c) A type of air-raid shelter

• d) A small, concrete defense structure used during World War II

Solution: d)

Pillboxes were small concrete defense structures built during World War II. These structures were strategically placed along coastlines, including Visakhapatnam, to protect against enemy invasions. They provided soldiers with protection while allowing them to fire through small loopholes.

Solution: d)

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