UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 14 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 Consider the following statements regarding the Long-Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM): The LRLACM has a range of 1,000 km with precision strike capability. It has been developed solely by Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) as the production partner. The missile can be launched from both ground-based mobile launchers and naval platforms. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The LRLACM has a range of 1,000 km and is equipped with precision strike capability. It can be launched from mobile articulated launchers on the ground as well as naval platforms using universal vertical launch modules, giving it versatile operational capabilities. Statement 2 is incorrect because while Bharat Dynamics Limited is a key production partner, the missile has been developed by the Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) under DRDO, with Bharat Electronics Limited also playing a significant role. Incorrect Solution: b) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The LRLACM has a range of 1,000 km and is equipped with precision strike capability. It can be launched from mobile articulated launchers on the ground as well as naval platforms using universal vertical launch modules, giving it versatile operational capabilities. Statement 2 is incorrect because while Bharat Dynamics Limited is a key production partner, the missile has been developed by the Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) under DRDO, with Bharat Electronics Limited also playing a significant role.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Long-Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM):

• The LRLACM has a range of 1,000 km with precision strike capability.

• It has been developed solely by Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) as the production partner.

• The missile can be launched from both ground-based mobile launchers and naval platforms.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The LRLACM has a range of 1,000 km and is equipped with precision strike capability. It can be launched from mobile articulated launchers on the ground as well as naval platforms using universal vertical launch modules, giving it versatile operational capabilities.

Statement 2 is incorrect because while Bharat Dynamics Limited is a key production partner, the missile has been developed by the Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) under DRDO, with Bharat Electronics Limited also playing a significant role.

Solution: b)

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Which of the following statements is true regarding the “State of the Global Climate Report”? a) It is published bi-annually by the IPCC to track climate goals. b) It does not include any updates for UN climate summits. c) It has been published by the WMO since 2016. d) It is an annual report by the WMO providing updates on key climate indicators. Correct Solution: d) The “State of the Global Climate Report” is an annual publication by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) that provides updates on climate indicators, including temperature, greenhouse gases, sea level, and extreme weather events. It complements the IPCC’s more comprehensive but less frequent Assessment Reports. WMO has published this report annually since 1993, not 2016; however, preliminary findings are presented to the COP each year since 2016. It provides updates relevant for the UN climate summits. Incorrect Solution: d) The “State of the Global Climate Report” is an annual publication by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) that provides updates on climate indicators, including temperature, greenhouse gases, sea level, and extreme weather events. It complements the IPCC’s more comprehensive but less frequent Assessment Reports. WMO has published this report annually since 1993, not 2016; however, preliminary findings are presented to the COP each year since 2016. It provides updates relevant for the UN climate summits.

#### 2. Question

Which of the following statements is true regarding the “State of the Global Climate Report”?

• a) It is published bi-annually by the IPCC to track climate goals.

• b) It does not include any updates for UN climate summits.

• c) It has been published by the WMO since 2016.

• d) It is an annual report by the WMO providing updates on key climate indicators.

Solution: d)

The “State of the Global Climate Report” is an annual publication by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) that provides updates on climate indicators, including temperature, greenhouse gases, sea level, and extreme weather events. It complements the IPCC’s more comprehensive but less frequent Assessment Reports.

WMO has published this report annually since 1993, not 2016; however, preliminary findings are presented to the COP each year since 2016. It provides updates relevant for the UN climate summits.

Solution: d)

WMO has published this report annually since 1993, not 2016; however, preliminary findings are presented to the COP each year since 2016. It provides updates relevant for the UN climate summits.

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points Which of the following is NOT a role of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)? a) Providing fire protection services to private entities b) Security management for Indian airports and Delhi Metro c) Maritime security at offshore oil rigs d) All-women battalion for VIP security and public-facing roles Correct Solution: c) CISF does not have a mandate for maritime security at offshore oil rigs, as this responsibility primarily falls under the Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Guard. CISF’s roles include fire protection services, airport and Delhi Metro security, VIP protection, and public interface roles. Additionally, an all-women battalion has been introduced for various specialized roles, including VIP security and interactions with the public. Incorrect Solution: c) CISF does not have a mandate for maritime security at offshore oil rigs, as this responsibility primarily falls under the Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Guard. CISF’s roles include fire protection services, airport and Delhi Metro security, VIP protection, and public interface roles. Additionally, an all-women battalion has been introduced for various specialized roles, including VIP security and interactions with the public.

#### 3. Question

Which of the following is NOT a role of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)?

• a) Providing fire protection services to private entities

• b) Security management for Indian airports and Delhi Metro

• c) Maritime security at offshore oil rigs

• d) All-women battalion for VIP security and public-facing roles

Solution: c)

CISF does not have a mandate for maritime security at offshore oil rigs, as this responsibility primarily falls under the Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Guard. CISF’s roles include fire protection services, airport and Delhi Metro security, VIP protection, and public interface roles. Additionally, an all-women battalion has been introduced for various specialized roles, including VIP security and interactions with the public.

Solution: c)

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the 2019 amendment to CSR regulations in India: Before 2019, companies could carry forward unspent CSR funds to the next fiscal year. Post-2019, unspent CSR funds must be deposited in a government-specified fund if not utilized within three years. The amendment introduced provisions that restrict CSR spending to certain predefined sectors only. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 only c) 1 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Solution: a) Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Before the 2019 amendment, companies could carry forward unspent CSR funds to the next fiscal, allowing flexibility in CSR spending. The amendment, however, introduced stricter rules, requiring unspent funds to be transferred to a Schedule VII fund by the fiscal year’s end and utilized within three years; otherwise, they must be deposited into a government-specified fund. Statement 3 is incorrect as the amendment does not restrict CSR activities to specific sectors but instead encourages broader social, economic, and environmental contributions, as outlined in Schedule VII of the Companies Act. Incorrect Solution: a) Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Before the 2019 amendment, companies could carry forward unspent CSR funds to the next fiscal, allowing flexibility in CSR spending. The amendment, however, introduced stricter rules, requiring unspent funds to be transferred to a Schedule VII fund by the fiscal year’s end and utilized within three years; otherwise, they must be deposited into a government-specified fund. Statement 3 is incorrect as the amendment does not restrict CSR activities to specific sectors but instead encourages broader social, economic, and environmental contributions, as outlined in Schedule VII of the Companies Act.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements about the 2019 amendment to CSR regulations in India:

• Before 2019, companies could carry forward unspent CSR funds to the next fiscal year.

• Post-2019, unspent CSR funds must be deposited in a government-specified fund if not utilized within three years.

• The amendment introduced provisions that restrict CSR spending to certain predefined sectors only.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) 1 and 2 only

• c) 1 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2, and 3

Solution: a)

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Before the 2019 amendment, companies could carry forward unspent CSR funds to the next fiscal, allowing flexibility in CSR spending. The amendment, however, introduced stricter rules, requiring unspent funds to be transferred to a Schedule VII fund by the fiscal year’s end and utilized within three years; otherwise, they must be deposited into a government-specified fund.

Statement 3 is incorrect as the amendment does not restrict CSR activities to specific sectors but instead encourages broader social, economic, and environmental contributions, as outlined in Schedule VII of the Companies Act.

Solution: a)

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the objectives of the World Intellectual Property Indicators (WIPI) report by WIPO: The report aims to track global trends in intellectual property filings. It primarily highlights countries’ rankings in innovation and competitiveness. WIPI encourages nations to align their IP frameworks with international standards to foster growth. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1, 2, and 3 c) 2 and 3 only d) 1 and 3 only Correct Solution: d) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The World Intellectual Property Indicators (WIPI) report published by WIPO aims to track global trends in intellectual property filings and encourages countries to adopt IP standards that promote innovation and economic growth. Statement 2 is incorrect as the report does not rank countries by innovation or competitiveness but rather focuses on IP filing trends and growth patterns across various sectors. Incorrect Solution: d) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The World Intellectual Property Indicators (WIPI) report published by WIPO aims to track global trends in intellectual property filings and encourages countries to adopt IP standards that promote innovation and economic growth. Statement 2 is incorrect as the report does not rank countries by innovation or competitiveness but rather focuses on IP filing trends and growth patterns across various sectors.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements about the objectives of the World Intellectual Property Indicators (WIPI) report by WIPO:

• The report aims to track global trends in intellectual property filings.

• It primarily highlights countries’ rankings in innovation and competitiveness.

• WIPI encourages nations to align their IP frameworks with international standards to foster growth.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• b) 1, 2, and 3

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1 and 3 only

Solution: d)

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The World Intellectual Property Indicators (WIPI) report published by WIPO aims to track global trends in intellectual property filings and encourages countries to adopt IP standards that promote innovation and economic growth.

Statement 2 is incorrect as the report does not rank countries by innovation or competitiveness but rather focuses on IP filing trends and growth patterns across various sectors.

Solution: d)

Statement 2 is incorrect as the report does not rank countries by innovation or competitiveness but rather focuses on IP filing trends and growth patterns across various sectors.

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the Moran community: The Morans are indigenous to Assam and Arunachal Pradesh and belong to the Kachari family of Tibeto-Burman origin. They predominantly speak the Moran language, which is closely related to Assamese. The Morans are seeking Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for enhanced educational and employment opportunities. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Solution: c) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The Morans are indigenous to Assam and Arunachal Pradesh and are part of the Tibeto-Burman Kachari family. They are currently demanding Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for better access to educational and employment opportunities. Statement 2 is incorrect; while the Moran language is historically linked to the community, most members now predominantly speak Assamese due to cultural assimilation. Incorrect Solution: c) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The Morans are indigenous to Assam and Arunachal Pradesh and are part of the Tibeto-Burman Kachari family. They are currently demanding Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for better access to educational and employment opportunities. Statement 2 is incorrect; while the Moran language is historically linked to the community, most members now predominantly speak Assamese due to cultural assimilation.

#### 6. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Moran community:

• The Morans are indigenous to Assam and Arunachal Pradesh and belong to the Kachari family of Tibeto-Burman origin.

• They predominantly speak the Moran language, which is closely related to Assamese.

• The Morans are seeking Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for enhanced educational and employment opportunities.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) 1 and 2 only

• b) 2 and 3 only

• c) 1 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2, and 3

Solution: c)

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The Morans are indigenous to Assam and Arunachal Pradesh and are part of the Tibeto-Burman Kachari family. They are currently demanding Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for better access to educational and employment opportunities.

Statement 2 is incorrect; while the Moran language is historically linked to the community, most members now predominantly speak Assamese due to cultural assimilation.

Solution: c)

Statement 2 is incorrect; while the Moran language is historically linked to the community, most members now predominantly speak Assamese due to cultural assimilation.

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Which of the following statements correctly describes the Nirbhay Cruise Missile? a) It is a supersonic cruise missile with a maximum range of 500 km. b) It can operate at very low altitudes and has deep penetration capabilities. c) The missile is exclusively nuclear-capable. d) It is a fully imported missile used by India’s defense forces. Correct Solution: b) The Nirbhay Cruise Missile is a sub-sonic long-range missile with capabilities for low-altitude flight and deep penetration to strike high-value targets. It is capable of carrying both conventional and nuclear warheads, making it versatile in combat scenarios. The other options misrepresent its range, origin, and capabilities, as it is an indigenous missile with a 1,000 km range developed by DRDO. Incorrect Solution: b) The Nirbhay Cruise Missile is a sub-sonic long-range missile with capabilities for low-altitude flight and deep penetration to strike high-value targets. It is capable of carrying both conventional and nuclear warheads, making it versatile in combat scenarios. The other options misrepresent its range, origin, and capabilities, as it is an indigenous missile with a 1,000 km range developed by DRDO.

#### 7. Question

Which of the following statements correctly describes the Nirbhay Cruise Missile?

• a) It is a supersonic cruise missile with a maximum range of 500 km.

• b) It can operate at very low altitudes and has deep penetration capabilities.

• c) The missile is exclusively nuclear-capable.

• d) It is a fully imported missile used by India’s defense forces.

Solution: b)

The Nirbhay Cruise Missile is a sub-sonic long-range missile with capabilities for low-altitude flight and deep penetration to strike high-value targets. It is capable of carrying both conventional and nuclear warheads, making it versatile in combat scenarios. The other options misrepresent its range, origin, and capabilities, as it is an indigenous missile with a 1,000 km range developed by DRDO.

Solution: b)

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the organizational structure of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF): CISF is headquartered in Mumbai. CISF operates independently of other Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). CISF is led by a Director-General, who is typically an IPS officer. CISF’s primary role is to protect only nuclear and airport facilities. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) Only three d) All four Correct Solution: a) Only statement 3 is correct. CISF was initially established in 1969 as a paramilitary force under an Act of Parliament to provide security for critical infrastructure. It became an armed force of the Republic of India in 1983, expanding its responsibilities and role as part of the CAPFs. CISF’s primary mandate extends beyond nuclear and airport facilities to include security for seaports, heritage sites, and other establishments. CISF functions as one of the CAPFs under the Ministry of Home Affairs and coordinates with other forces for national security. It is led by a Director-General, who is typically an officer from the Indian Police Service (IPS). CISF is headquartered in New Delhi, not Mumbai. Incorrect Solution: a) Only statement 3 is correct. CISF was initially established in 1969 as a paramilitary force under an Act of Parliament to provide security for critical infrastructure. It became an armed force of the Republic of India in 1983, expanding its responsibilities and role as part of the CAPFs. CISF’s primary mandate extends beyond nuclear and airport facilities to include security for seaports, heritage sites, and other establishments. CISF functions as one of the CAPFs under the Ministry of Home Affairs and coordinates with other forces for national security. It is led by a Director-General, who is typically an officer from the Indian Police Service (IPS). CISF is headquartered in New Delhi, not Mumbai.

#### 8. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the organizational structure of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF):

• CISF is headquartered in Mumbai.

• CISF operates independently of other Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).

• CISF is led by a Director-General, who is typically an IPS officer.

• CISF’s primary role is to protect only nuclear and airport facilities.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) Only three

• d) All four

Solution: a)

Only statement 3 is correct.

CISF was initially established in 1969 as a paramilitary force under an Act of Parliament to provide security for critical infrastructure. It became an armed force of the Republic of India in 1983, expanding its responsibilities and role as part of the CAPFs.

CISF’s primary mandate extends beyond nuclear and airport facilities to include security for seaports, heritage sites, and other establishments.

CISF functions as one of the CAPFs under the Ministry of Home Affairs and coordinates with other forces for national security.

It is led by a Director-General, who is typically an officer from the Indian Police Service (IPS).

CISF is headquartered in New Delhi, not Mumbai.

Solution: a)

Only statement 3 is correct.

CISF’s primary mandate extends beyond nuclear and airport facilities to include security for seaports, heritage sites, and other establishments.

CISF functions as one of the CAPFs under the Ministry of Home Affairs and coordinates with other forces for national security.

It is led by a Director-General, who is typically an officer from the Indian Police Service (IPS).

CISF is headquartered in New Delhi, not Mumbai.

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO): WIPO is a specialized agency of the United Nations based in Geneva, Switzerland. Its membership makes it nearly universal in its reach. WIPO primarily functions as a dispute-resolution body for intellectual property issues between countries. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Solution: a) Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is indeed a specialized UN agency headquartered in Geneva, and it has a near-universal membership of 193 countries. However, statement 3 is incorrect; WIPO’s primary role is to foster international cooperation on intellectual property, not to resolve disputes, although it does provide a platform for policy development and discussions on IP issues. Incorrect Solution: a) Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is indeed a specialized UN agency headquartered in Geneva, and it has a near-universal membership of 193 countries. However, statement 3 is incorrect; WIPO’s primary role is to foster international cooperation on intellectual property, not to resolve disputes, although it does provide a platform for policy development and discussions on IP issues.

#### 9. Question

Consider the following statements about the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO):

• WIPO is a specialized agency of the United Nations based in Geneva, Switzerland.

• Its membership makes it nearly universal in its reach.

• WIPO primarily functions as a dispute-resolution body for intellectual property issues between countries.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) 1 and 2 only

• b) 2 and 3 only

• c) 1 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2, and 3

Solution: a)

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is indeed a specialized UN agency headquartered in Geneva, and it has a near-universal membership of 193 countries.

However, statement 3 is incorrect; WIPO’s primary role is to foster international cooperation on intellectual property, not to resolve disputes, although it does provide a platform for policy development and discussions on IP issues.

Solution: a)

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is indeed a specialized UN agency headquartered in Geneva, and it has a near-universal membership of 193 countries.

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Which of the following best describes the role of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO)? a) It primarily focuses on monitoring and managing global greenhouse gas emissions. b) WMO serves as a specialized UN agency for meteorology, climate, hydrology, and geophysical sciences. c) WMO functions independently of the United Nations. d) WMO exclusively provides weather data to developed nations. Correct Solution: b) The WMO is a specialized agency of the United Nations focused on meteorology, climate, operational hydrology, and related geophysical sciences. It evolved from the International Meteorological Organization, established in 1873, and became a specialized UN agency in 1950. Options (a) and (d) are incorrect as WMO’s scope extends beyond greenhouse gases and weather data, encompassing international cooperation in meteorology and climate science, and serving all member states. Option (c) is incorrect as the WMO is affiliated with the UN. Incorrect Solution: b) The WMO is a specialized agency of the United Nations focused on meteorology, climate, operational hydrology, and related geophysical sciences. It evolved from the International Meteorological Organization, established in 1873, and became a specialized UN agency in 1950. Options (a) and (d) are incorrect as WMO’s scope extends beyond greenhouse gases and weather data, encompassing international cooperation in meteorology and climate science, and serving all member states. Option (c) is incorrect as the WMO is affiliated with the UN.

#### 10. Question

Which of the following best describes the role of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO)?

• a) It primarily focuses on monitoring and managing global greenhouse gas emissions.

• b) WMO serves as a specialized UN agency for meteorology, climate, hydrology, and geophysical sciences.

• c) WMO functions independently of the United Nations.

• d) WMO exclusively provides weather data to developed nations.

Solution: b)

The WMO is a specialized agency of the United Nations focused on meteorology, climate, operational hydrology, and related geophysical sciences. It evolved from the International Meteorological Organization, established in 1873, and became a specialized UN agency in 1950.

Options (a) and (d) are incorrect as WMO’s scope extends beyond greenhouse gases and weather data, encompassing international cooperation in meteorology and climate science, and serving all member states. Option (c) is incorrect as the WMO is affiliated with the UN.

Solution: b)

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