UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 12 November 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 factors primarily triggered the rebellion among the sepoys stationed in Shahjahanpur in 1857? a) Rumors of excessive taxation b) Economic grievances due to salary cuts c) Discontent over forced religious conversions d) The issue of greased cartridges and adulterated flour Correct Solution: d) The rebellion among the sepoys of the 28th Indian Infantry in Shahjahanpur was significantly fueled by rumors that the British supplied cartridges greased with cow and pig fat, which was offensive to both Hindu and Muslim sentiments. Additionally, rumors about adulterated flour added to the distrust towards the British administration. These factors stirred a sense of violation of religious beliefs, leading to resentment that escalated into active rebellion. Unlike economic grievances or forced conversions, the issue of the greased cartridges sparked immediate outrage, serving as a critical catalyst for the uprising in Shahjahanpur. Incorrect Solution: d) The rebellion among the sepoys of the 28th Indian Infantry in Shahjahanpur was significantly fueled by rumors that the British supplied cartridges greased with cow and pig fat, which was offensive to both Hindu and Muslim sentiments. Additionally, rumors about adulterated flour added to the distrust towards the British administration. These factors stirred a sense of violation of religious beliefs, leading to resentment that escalated into active rebellion. Unlike economic grievances or forced conversions, the issue of the greased cartridges sparked immediate outrage, serving as a critical catalyst for the uprising in Shahjahanpur.

#### 1. Question

Which of the following factors primarily triggered the rebellion among the sepoys stationed in Shahjahanpur in 1857?

• a) Rumors of excessive taxation

• b) Economic grievances due to salary cuts

• c) Discontent over forced religious conversions

• d) The issue of greased cartridges and adulterated flour

Solution: d)

The rebellion among the sepoys of the 28th Indian Infantry in Shahjahanpur was significantly fueled by rumors that the British supplied cartridges greased with cow and pig fat, which was offensive to both Hindu and Muslim sentiments. Additionally, rumors about adulterated flour added to the distrust towards the British administration.

These factors stirred a sense of violation of religious beliefs, leading to resentment that escalated into active rebellion.

Unlike economic grievances or forced conversions, the issue of the greased cartridges sparked immediate outrage, serving as a critical catalyst for the uprising in Shahjahanpur.

Solution: d)

These factors stirred a sense of violation of religious beliefs, leading to resentment that escalated into active rebellion.

Unlike economic grievances or forced conversions, the issue of the greased cartridges sparked immediate outrage, serving as a critical catalyst for the uprising in Shahjahanpur.

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Which of the following best describes the primary mandate of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)? a) To regulate international agricultural trade and impose tariffs b) To monitor and promote global nutrition, agricultural productivity, and rural development c) To directly fund agricultural projects in developing countries d) To create and enforce global agricultural production quotas Correct Solution: b) The FAO’s primary mandate is to improve global nutrition, enhance agricultural productivity, raise rural living standards, and stimulate economic growth in agriculture. FAO achieves these goals by offering technical assistance, conducting research, and facilitating coordination among its member countries. Options (a), (c), and (d) misrepresent FAO’s role, as it does not regulate trade, directly fund projects, or enforce production quotas but rather supports and advises governments on best practices and policy. Incorrect Solution: b) The FAO’s primary mandate is to improve global nutrition, enhance agricultural productivity, raise rural living standards, and stimulate economic growth in agriculture. FAO achieves these goals by offering technical assistance, conducting research, and facilitating coordination among its member countries. Options (a), (c), and (d) misrepresent FAO’s role, as it does not regulate trade, directly fund projects, or enforce production quotas but rather supports and advises governments on best practices and policy.

#### 2. Question

Which of the following best describes the primary mandate of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)?

• a) To regulate international agricultural trade and impose tariffs

• b) To monitor and promote global nutrition, agricultural productivity, and rural development

• c) To directly fund agricultural projects in developing countries

• d) To create and enforce global agricultural production quotas

Solution: b)

The FAO’s primary mandate is to improve global nutrition, enhance agricultural productivity, raise rural living standards, and stimulate economic growth in agriculture. FAO achieves these goals by offering technical assistance, conducting research, and facilitating coordination among its member countries.

Options (a), (c), and (d) misrepresent FAO’s role, as it does not regulate trade, directly fund projects, or enforce production quotas but rather supports and advises governments on best practices and policy.

Solution: b)

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points Which organization was primarily responsible for the design and development of the Pinaka Rocket Missile System? a) Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE) b) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) c) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) d) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Correct Solution: a) The Pinaka Rocket Missile System was developed by the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), a division under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). ARDE’s role focuses on designing and developing armament and weapon systems, and the Pinaka MBRL is a significant achievement in India’s defense capabilities. It was developed to replace imported rocket systems and enhance India’s indigenous firepower, particularly against enemy positions. Incorrect Solution: a) The Pinaka Rocket Missile System was developed by the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), a division under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). ARDE’s role focuses on designing and developing armament and weapon systems, and the Pinaka MBRL is a significant achievement in India’s defense capabilities. It was developed to replace imported rocket systems and enhance India’s indigenous firepower, particularly against enemy positions.

#### 3. Question

Which organization was primarily responsible for the design and development of the Pinaka Rocket Missile System?

• a) Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE)

• b) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)

• c) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)

• d) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

Solution: a)

The Pinaka Rocket Missile System was developed by the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), a division under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). ARDE’s role focuses on designing and developing armament and weapon systems, and the Pinaka MBRL is a significant achievement in India’s defense capabilities. It was developed to replace imported rocket systems and enhance India’s indigenous firepower, particularly against enemy positions.

Solution: a)

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the “EV as a Service” program: The program is spearheaded by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy to support India’s target of net-zero emissions by 2050. It mandates the use of a single make/model of E-Car for all government departments to maintain uniformity. The program facilitates the deployment of 1,00,000 E-Buses across India under the program. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: d) The program falls under the Ministry of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, not the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. Additionally, India’s net-zero emissions target is set for 2070, not 2050. The program offers a flexible procurement model, allowing departments to select E-Cars from various makes and models suitable for their specific needs, rather than mandating a single model. CESL has facilitated the deployment of 17,000 E-Buses across India, not 1,00,000. Incorrect Solution: d) The program falls under the Ministry of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, not the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. Additionally, India’s net-zero emissions target is set for 2070, not 2050. The program offers a flexible procurement model, allowing departments to select E-Cars from various makes and models suitable for their specific needs, rather than mandating a single model. CESL has facilitated the deployment of 17,000 E-Buses across India, not 1,00,000.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the “EV as a Service” program:

• The program is spearheaded by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy to support India’s target of net-zero emissions by 2050.

• It mandates the use of a single make/model of E-Car for all government departments to maintain uniformity.

• The program facilitates the deployment of 1,00,000 E-Buses across India under the program.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: d)

• The program falls under the Ministry of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, not the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. Additionally, India’s net-zero emissions target is set for 2070, not 2050.

• The program offers a flexible procurement model, allowing departments to select E-Cars from various makes and models suitable for their specific needs, rather than mandating a single model.

CESL has facilitated the deployment of 17,000 E-Buses across India, not 1,00,000.

Solution: d)

• The program offers a flexible procurement model, allowing departments to select E-Cars from various makes and models suitable for their specific needs, rather than mandating a single model.

CESL has facilitated the deployment of 17,000 E-Buses across India, not 1,00,000.

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the key features of the “Animal Health Security Strengthening in India for Pandemic Preparedness and Response” initiative: The initiative includes upgrading laboratory networks and vaccine manufacturing facilities. Its primary objective is to achieve complete eradication of zoonotic diseases in India. The project was developed as part of the G20’s 2022 Pandemic Fund initiative. Which of the above statements are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The initiative does include upgrades to laboratory networks and vaccine manufacturing facilities to enhance India’s animal health infrastructure. Additionally, the project was approved by the Pandemic Fund, created by the G20 under the Indonesian presidency in 2022, reflecting a coordinated international effort to enhance pandemic preparedness. However, statement 2 is incorrect as the initiative’s aim is to prevent, detect, and respond to animal health threats, and reduce the risk of zoonotic disease transmission rather than the complete eradication of zoonotic diseases in India. Incorrect Solution: b) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The initiative does include upgrades to laboratory networks and vaccine manufacturing facilities to enhance India’s animal health infrastructure. Additionally, the project was approved by the Pandemic Fund, created by the G20 under the Indonesian presidency in 2022, reflecting a coordinated international effort to enhance pandemic preparedness. However, statement 2 is incorrect as the initiative’s aim is to prevent, detect, and respond to animal health threats, and reduce the risk of zoonotic disease transmission rather than the complete eradication of zoonotic diseases in India.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the key features of the “Animal Health Security Strengthening in India for Pandemic Preparedness and Response” initiative:

• The initiative includes upgrading laboratory networks and vaccine manufacturing facilities.

• Its primary objective is to achieve complete eradication of zoonotic diseases in India.

• The project was developed as part of the G20’s 2022 Pandemic Fund initiative.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statements 1 and 3 are correct.

The initiative does include upgrades to laboratory networks and vaccine manufacturing facilities to enhance India’s animal health infrastructure. Additionally, the project was approved by the Pandemic Fund, created by the G20 under the Indonesian presidency in 2022, reflecting a coordinated international effort to enhance pandemic preparedness.

However, statement 2 is incorrect as the initiative’s aim is to prevent, detect, and respond to animal health threats, and reduce the risk of zoonotic disease transmission rather than the complete eradication of zoonotic diseases in India.

Solution: b)

Statements 1 and 3 are correct.

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the QS World University Rankings’ methodology: The ranking system is published annually by Quacquarelli Symonds, a firm based in London. Research and Employability are key dimensions evaluated by QS. QS employs a survey of employers to gauge the perceived employability of graduates. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: c) The QS World University Rankings are published annually by Quacquarelli Symonds, a London-based firm specializing in higher education analytics. The rankings evaluate universities across four main dimensions, including Research and Employability, which reflect an institution’s research quality and graduate job readiness. QS also surveys employers to assess how well universities prepare graduates for employment. Incorrect Solution: c) The QS World University Rankings are published annually by Quacquarelli Symonds, a London-based firm specializing in higher education analytics. The rankings evaluate universities across four main dimensions, including Research and Employability, which reflect an institution’s research quality and graduate job readiness. QS also surveys employers to assess how well universities prepare graduates for employment.

#### 6. Question

Consider the following statements about the QS World University Rankings’ methodology:

• The ranking system is published annually by Quacquarelli Symonds, a firm based in London.

• Research and Employability are key dimensions evaluated by QS.

• QS employs a survey of employers to gauge the perceived employability of graduates.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: c)

The QS World University Rankings are published annually by Quacquarelli Symonds, a London-based firm specializing in higher education analytics.

The rankings evaluate universities across four main dimensions, including Research and Employability, which reflect an institution’s research quality and graduate job readiness.

QS also surveys employers to assess how well universities prepare graduates for employment.

Solution: c)

The QS World University Rankings are published annually by Quacquarelli Symonds, a London-based firm specializing in higher education analytics.

The rankings evaluate universities across four main dimensions, including Research and Employability, which reflect an institution’s research quality and graduate job readiness.

QS also surveys employers to assess how well universities prepare graduates for employment.

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the functions and role of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO): FAO is responsible for setting mandatory international standards for food production. FAO publishes significant global reports on forests, fisheries, and agricultural markets. FAO is partially funded by voluntary contributions from member countries. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) Only statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect as FAO does not have authority to set mandatory standards; it rather provides guidelines and recommendations that countries can choose to adopt. FAO publishes crucial reports that provide data and insights on global agricultural conditions, such as The State of the World’s Forests, The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture, and The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets. Statement 3 is incorrect because FAO is entirely funded by contributions from its members, which are assessed and mandatory, not voluntary. Incorrect Solution: a) Only statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect as FAO does not have authority to set mandatory standards; it rather provides guidelines and recommendations that countries can choose to adopt. FAO publishes crucial reports that provide data and insights on global agricultural conditions, such as The State of the World’s Forests, The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture, and The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets. Statement 3 is incorrect because FAO is entirely funded by contributions from its members, which are assessed and mandatory, not voluntary.

#### 7. Question

Consider the following statements about the functions and role of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO):

• FAO is responsible for setting mandatory international standards for food production.

• FAO publishes significant global reports on forests, fisheries, and agricultural markets.

• FAO is partially funded by voluntary contributions from member countries.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Only statement 2 is correct.

Statement 1 is incorrect as FAO does not have authority to set mandatory standards; it rather provides guidelines and recommendations that countries can choose to adopt.

FAO publishes crucial reports that provide data and insights on global agricultural conditions, such as The State of the World’s Forests, The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture, and The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets.

Statement 3 is incorrect because FAO is entirely funded by contributions from its members, which are assessed and mandatory, not voluntary.

Solution: a)

Only statement 2 is correct.

Statement 1 is incorrect as FAO does not have authority to set mandatory standards; it rather provides guidelines and recommendations that countries can choose to adopt.

Statement 3 is incorrect because FAO is entirely funded by contributions from its members, which are assessed and mandatory, not voluntary.

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the Sirpur Wetland: The wetland is primarily fed by underground springs due to its natural hydrological features. The restoration of Sirpur Wetland transformed it from an urban waste site to an ecologically valuable wetland. It was designated as a Ramsar site due to its ecological importance. Which of the above statements are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect as the wetland is not primarily fed by underground springs but relies on surface channels and connections to other water bodies like Sukhniwas Lake. Additionally, the restoration efforts have revitalized the wetland from a state of severe degradation to an urban wetland of international importance, underlining the ecological restoration work done. The Sirpur Wetland was designated as a Ramsar site in 2022, recognizing its ecological value and international importance as a wetland. Incorrect Solution: b) Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect as the wetland is not primarily fed by underground springs but relies on surface channels and connections to other water bodies like Sukhniwas Lake. Additionally, the restoration efforts have revitalized the wetland from a state of severe degradation to an urban wetland of international importance, underlining the ecological restoration work done. The Sirpur Wetland was designated as a Ramsar site in 2022, recognizing its ecological value and international importance as a wetland.

#### 8. Question

Consider the following statements about the Sirpur Wetland:

• The wetland is primarily fed by underground springs due to its natural hydrological features.

• The restoration of Sirpur Wetland transformed it from an urban waste site to an ecologically valuable wetland.

• It was designated as a Ramsar site due to its ecological importance.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statements 2 and 3 are correct.

Statement 1 is incorrect as the wetland is not primarily fed by underground springs but relies on surface channels and connections to other water bodies like Sukhniwas Lake.

Additionally, the restoration efforts have revitalized the wetland from a state of severe degradation to an urban wetland of international importance, underlining the ecological restoration work done.

The Sirpur Wetland was designated as a Ramsar site in 2022, recognizing its ecological value and international importance as a wetland.

Solution: b)

Statements 2 and 3 are correct.

Statement 1 is incorrect as the wetland is not primarily fed by underground springs but relies on surface channels and connections to other water bodies like Sukhniwas Lake.

The Sirpur Wetland was designated as a Ramsar site in 2022, recognizing its ecological value and international importance as a wetland.

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the types and impacts of carbon offset projects: Carbon offset projects are limited to nature-based solutions, such as afforestation and reforestation. Carbon offsets are primarily aimed at achieving national self-sufficiency in energy rather than emission reduction. Electric vehicle (EV) adoption can be supported by carbon offset mechanisms to reduce emissions from transportation. Which of the above statements are correct? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) 3 only d) None Correct Solution: c) Statements 1 and 2 are incorrect. Carbon offset projects are not limited to nature-based solutions; they also include renewable energy installations, energy efficiency improvements, and sustainable agriculture projects. Additionally, carbon offsets are primarily aimed at reducing or compensating for emissions rather than achieving energy self-sufficiency. Electric vehicle (EV) adoption is a category within carbon offset projects, as it helps reduce emissions from transportation by shifting away from fossil-fuel-based vehicles. Incorrect Solution: c) Statements 1 and 2 are incorrect. Carbon offset projects are not limited to nature-based solutions; they also include renewable energy installations, energy efficiency improvements, and sustainable agriculture projects. Additionally, carbon offsets are primarily aimed at reducing or compensating for emissions rather than achieving energy self-sufficiency. Electric vehicle (EV) adoption is a category within carbon offset projects, as it helps reduce emissions from transportation by shifting away from fossil-fuel-based vehicles.

#### 9. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the types and impacts of carbon offset projects:

• Carbon offset projects are limited to nature-based solutions, such as afforestation and reforestation.

• Carbon offsets are primarily aimed at achieving national self-sufficiency in energy rather than emission reduction.

• Electric vehicle (EV) adoption can be supported by carbon offset mechanisms to reduce emissions from transportation.

Which of the above statements are correct?

Solution: c)

Statements 1 and 2 are incorrect. Carbon offset projects are not limited to nature-based solutions; they also include renewable energy installations, energy efficiency improvements, and sustainable agriculture projects.

Additionally, carbon offsets are primarily aimed at reducing or compensating for emissions rather than achieving energy self-sufficiency.

Electric vehicle (EV) adoption is a category within carbon offset projects, as it helps reduce emissions from transportation by shifting away from fossil-fuel-based vehicles.

Solution: c)

Additionally, carbon offsets are primarily aimed at reducing or compensating for emissions rather than achieving energy self-sufficiency.

Electric vehicle (EV) adoption is a category within carbon offset projects, as it helps reduce emissions from transportation by shifting away from fossil-fuel-based vehicles.

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding Shahjahanpur’s significance in the 1857 Rebellion: The district was formed by the British administration before the rebellion. Shahjahanpur served as a base for prominent freedom fighters, including Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah and Nana Sahib. The capture of the Roman Catholic Church in Shahjahanpur marked a symbolic end to British influence in the area. Which of the above statements are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) All three Correct Solution: a) Shahjahanpur district was established by the British in 1813-14, just a few decades before the 1857 Rebellion, making it relatively new under British administration. It became a key site in the uprising, harboring revolutionaries like Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah and Nana Sahib, who played significant roles in the fight against British rule. Statement 3 is incorrect; although sepoys attacked a European congregation at the Roman Catholic Church on May 31, 1857, it was not the final event marking British withdrawal. Instead, it was a significant attack symbolizing growing local resistance. British influence lingered until their forces suppressed the rebellion. Incorrect Solution: a) Shahjahanpur district was established by the British in 1813-14, just a few decades before the 1857 Rebellion, making it relatively new under British administration. It became a key site in the uprising, harboring revolutionaries like Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah and Nana Sahib, who played significant roles in the fight against British rule. Statement 3 is incorrect; although sepoys attacked a European congregation at the Roman Catholic Church on May 31, 1857, it was not the final event marking British withdrawal. Instead, it was a significant attack symbolizing growing local resistance. British influence lingered until their forces suppressed the rebellion.

#### 10. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Shahjahanpur’s significance in the 1857 Rebellion:

• The district was formed by the British administration before the rebellion.

• Shahjahanpur served as a base for prominent freedom fighters, including Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah and Nana Sahib.

• The capture of the Roman Catholic Church in Shahjahanpur marked a symbolic end to British influence in the area.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• a) 1 and 2 only

• b) 2 and 3 only

• c) 1 and 3 only

• d) All three

Solution: a)

Shahjahanpur district was established by the British in 1813-14, just a few decades before the 1857 Rebellion, making it relatively new under British administration. It became a key site in the uprising, harboring revolutionaries like Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah and Nana Sahib, who played significant roles in the fight against British rule.

Statement 3 is incorrect; although sepoys attacked a European congregation at the Roman Catholic Church on May 31, 1857, it was not the final event marking British withdrawal. Instead, it was a significant attack symbolizing growing local resistance. British influence lingered until their forces suppressed the rebellion.

Solution: a)

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