UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 14 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 Consider the following statements regarding auroras and solar activity: Auroras primarily occur near Earth’s poles due to the trapping of charged particles by Earth’s magnetic field. Auroras can be visible at mid-latitudes during periods of strong solar activity, such as geomagnetic storms. Solar flares and coronal mass ejections (CMEs) reduce the likelihood of auroras being visible. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct because auroras are primarily visible near the poles where Earth’s magnetic field directs charged particles. Statement 2 is also correct as strong solar activity, such as solar flares and CMEs, can expand auroras to mid-latitudes. Statement 3 is incorrect because solar flares and CMEs actually increase the likelihood of auroras being visible, not reduce it. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct because auroras are primarily visible near the poles where Earth’s magnetic field directs charged particles. Statement 2 is also correct as strong solar activity, such as solar flares and CMEs, can expand auroras to mid-latitudes. Statement 3 is incorrect because solar flares and CMEs actually increase the likelihood of auroras being visible, not reduce it.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding auroras and solar activity:

• Auroras primarily occur near Earth’s poles due to the trapping of charged particles by Earth’s magnetic field.

• Auroras can be visible at mid-latitudes during periods of strong solar activity, such as geomagnetic storms.

• Solar flares and coronal mass ejections (CMEs) reduce the likelihood of auroras being visible.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is correct because auroras are primarily visible near the poles where Earth’s magnetic field directs charged particles.

Statement 2 is also correct as strong solar activity, such as solar flares and CMEs, can expand auroras to mid-latitudes.

Statement 3 is incorrect because solar flares and CMEs actually increase the likelihood of auroras being visible, not reduce it.

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is correct because auroras are primarily visible near the poles where Earth’s magnetic field directs charged particles.

Statement 2 is also correct as strong solar activity, such as solar flares and CMEs, can expand auroras to mid-latitudes.

Statement 3 is incorrect because solar flares and CMEs actually increase the likelihood of auroras being visible, not reduce it.

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Which of the following is NOT a function of Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO)? a) Approval of new drugs for the Indian market b) Oversight of clinical trials in India c) Regulation of the export of Indian drugs d) Monitoring the quality of imported drugs Correct Solution: c) CDSCO does not regulate the export of Indian drugs. It focuses on approval, import control, and clinical trial oversight within India to maintain drug safety and standards. Incorrect Solution: c) CDSCO does not regulate the export of Indian drugs. It focuses on approval, import control, and clinical trial oversight within India to maintain drug safety and standards.

#### 2. Question

Which of the following is NOT a function of Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO)?

• a) Approval of new drugs for the Indian market

• b) Oversight of clinical trials in India

• c) Regulation of the export of Indian drugs

• d) Monitoring the quality of imported drugs

Solution: c)

CDSCO does not regulate the export of Indian drugs. It focuses on approval, import control, and clinical trial oversight within India to maintain drug safety and standards.

Solution: c)

CDSCO does not regulate the export of Indian drugs. It focuses on approval, import control, and clinical trial oversight within India to maintain drug safety and standards.

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points What is one of the primary roles of UNIFIL in Lebanon as per its mandate? a) Oversee the election process in Lebanon b) Assist in the construction of civilian infrastructure c) Confirm the withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon d) Oversee economic reforms in Lebanon Correct Solution: c) UNIFIL’s (United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon) mandate includes confirming the withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon, which was one of the primary objectives of the UN mission following the 1978 invasion. Incorrect Solution: c) UNIFIL’s (United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon) mandate includes confirming the withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon, which was one of the primary objectives of the UN mission following the 1978 invasion.

#### 3. Question

What is one of the primary roles of UNIFIL in Lebanon as per its mandate?

• a) Oversee the election process in Lebanon

• b) Assist in the construction of civilian infrastructure

• c) Confirm the withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon

• d) Oversee economic reforms in Lebanon

Solution: c)

UNIFIL’s (United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon) mandate includes confirming the withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon, which was one of the primary objectives of the UN mission following the 1978 invasion.

Solution: c)

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Which of the following systems in the T-90 Bhishma allows it to effectively target and destroy armored vehicles with explosive reactive armor (ERA)? a) Guided missile system b) Advanced communications system c) Infrared detection system d) Active protection system Correct Solution: a) The guided missile system of the T-90 Bhishma is designed to destroy armored targets, including those with explosive reactive armor (ERA), at a range of up to 5 kilometers. Incorrect Solution: a) The guided missile system of the T-90 Bhishma is designed to destroy armored targets, including those with explosive reactive armor (ERA), at a range of up to 5 kilometers.

#### 4. Question

Which of the following systems in the T-90 Bhishma allows it to effectively target and destroy armored vehicles with explosive reactive armor (ERA)?

• a) Guided missile system

• b) Advanced communications system

• c) Infrared detection system

• d) Active protection system

Solution: a)

The guided missile system of the T-90 Bhishma is designed to destroy armored targets, including those with explosive reactive armor (ERA), at a range of up to 5 kilometers.

Solution: a)

The guided missile system of the T-90 Bhishma is designed to destroy armored targets, including those with explosive reactive armor (ERA), at a range of up to 5 kilometers.

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Missile Cum Ammunition Barge, LSAM 12 (Yard 80)’: LSAM 12 was designed by a foreign shipyard as part of an international defense collaboration. The barge is primarily used for combat operations against enemy vessels. LSAM 12 is the first barge in a series of 12 barges commissioned by the Indian Navy. Which of the above statements are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) None of the above Correct Solution: d) All statements are incorrect. LSAM 12 was indigenously designed by an Indian shipyard (SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd) and is used for logistics operations, not combat. It is the sixth barge in a series of eight, not the first in a series of 12. Incorrect Solution: d) All statements are incorrect. LSAM 12 was indigenously designed by an Indian shipyard (SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd) and is used for logistics operations, not combat. It is the sixth barge in a series of eight, not the first in a series of 12.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Missile Cum Ammunition Barge, LSAM 12 (Yard 80)’:

• LSAM 12 was designed by a foreign shipyard as part of an international defense collaboration.

• The barge is primarily used for combat operations against enemy vessels.

• LSAM 12 is the first barge in a series of 12 barges commissioned by the Indian Navy.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• a) 1 and 2 only

• b) 2 and 3 only

• c) 1 and 3 only

• d) None of the above

Solution: d)

All statements are incorrect. LSAM 12 was indigenously designed by an Indian shipyard (SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd) and is used for logistics operations, not combat. It is the sixth barge in a series of eight, not the first in a series of 12.

Solution: d)

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the colors of auroras: Green auroras are caused by the interaction of charged particles with oxygen in the upper atmosphere. Purple auroras are caused by the interaction of charged particles with nitrogen. Blue auroras are caused by the interaction of charged particles with carbon dioxide. Which of the above statements are correct? a) 1, 2, and 3 b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1 and 2 only Correct Solution: d) Green auroras are caused by charged particles interacting with oxygen, while purple hues are produced by nitrogen. Statement 3 is incorrect as carbon dioxide does not produce blue auroras; rather, nitrogen can also emit blue light. Incorrect Solution: d) Green auroras are caused by charged particles interacting with oxygen, while purple hues are produced by nitrogen. Statement 3 is incorrect as carbon dioxide does not produce blue auroras; rather, nitrogen can also emit blue light.

#### 6. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the colors of auroras:

• Green auroras are caused by the interaction of charged particles with oxygen in the upper atmosphere.

• Purple auroras are caused by the interaction of charged particles with nitrogen.

• Blue auroras are caused by the interaction of charged particles with carbon dioxide.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• a) 1, 2, and 3

• b) 1 and 3 only

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1 and 2 only

Solution: d)

Green auroras are caused by charged particles interacting with oxygen, while purple hues are produced by nitrogen.

Statement 3 is incorrect as carbon dioxide does not produce blue auroras; rather, nitrogen can also emit blue light.

Solution: d)

Green auroras are caused by charged particles interacting with oxygen, while purple hues are produced by nitrogen.

Statement 3 is incorrect as carbon dioxide does not produce blue auroras; rather, nitrogen can also emit blue light.

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding UNIFIL: UNIFIL was established by the UN General Assembly to monitor arms control in Lebanon. Its mandate was expanded in 2006 to prevent hostile activities and monitor the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. UNIFIL includes a maritime task force to support coastal security and prevent arms smuggling. Which of the above statements are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect as UNIFIL (United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon) was established by the UN Security Council, not the General Assembly, to confirm the withdrawal of Israeli forces and restore peace in southern Lebanon. Statements 2 and 3 are correct, as UNIFIL’s mandate was expanded in 2006 to monitor the ceasefire and prevent hostilities, and the force includes a maritime task force to prevent arms smuggling. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect as UNIFIL (United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon) was established by the UN Security Council, not the General Assembly, to confirm the withdrawal of Israeli forces and restore peace in southern Lebanon. Statements 2 and 3 are correct, as UNIFIL’s mandate was expanded in 2006 to monitor the ceasefire and prevent hostilities, and the force includes a maritime task force to prevent arms smuggling.

#### 7. Question

Consider the following statements regarding UNIFIL:

• UNIFIL was established by the UN General Assembly to monitor arms control in Lebanon.

• Its mandate was expanded in 2006 to prevent hostile activities and monitor the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.

• UNIFIL includes a maritime task force to support coastal security and prevent arms smuggling.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• a) 1 and 2 only

• b) 2 and 3 only

• c) 1 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2, and 3

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is incorrect as UNIFIL (United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon) was established by the UN Security Council, not the General Assembly, to confirm the withdrawal of Israeli forces and restore peace in southern Lebanon.

Statements 2 and 3 are correct, as UNIFIL’s mandate was expanded in 2006 to monitor the ceasefire and prevent hostilities, and the force includes a maritime task force to prevent arms smuggling.

Solution: b)

Statements 2 and 3 are correct, as UNIFIL’s mandate was expanded in 2006 to monitor the ceasefire and prevent hostilities, and the force includes a maritime task force to prevent arms smuggling.

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points The Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution primarily deals with: a) Protection of tribal interests in Scheduled Areas b) Division of powers between the Centre and the states c) Allocation of financial resources between the Centre and the states d) Autonomy of Union Territories Correct Solution: a) The Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution focuses on the protection of tribal welfare, land rights, and the establishment of advisory councils in Scheduled Areas to safeguard the interests of indigenous populations. Incorrect Solution: a) The Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution focuses on the protection of tribal welfare, land rights, and the establishment of advisory councils in Scheduled Areas to safeguard the interests of indigenous populations.

#### 8. Question

The Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution primarily deals with:

• a) Protection of tribal interests in Scheduled Areas

• b) Division of powers between the Centre and the states

• c) Allocation of financial resources between the Centre and the states

• d) Autonomy of Union Territories

Solution: a)

The Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution focuses on the protection of tribal welfare, land rights, and the establishment of advisory councils in Scheduled Areas to safeguard the interests of indigenous populations.

Solution: a)

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the T-90 Bhishma’s advanced features: The T-90 Bhishma is integrated with a digital fire control system (FCS) for targeting enemy tanks and other armored targets. The T-90 Bhishma can reach a maximum speed of 500 km/h in cross-country terrain. The tank’s protection system can detect and neutralize chemical attacks but lacks nuclear protection. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) Statement 1 is correct as the T-90 Bhishma has an advanced digital fire control system (FCS) that enhances its targeting capabilities. Statement 2 is incorrect because the T-90 Bhishma can reach a maximum speed of 60 km/h on different terrains. Statement 3 is incorrect because the T-90 Bhishma features a Nuclear-Biological-Chemical (NBC) protection system, which protects against nuclear, biological, and chemical threats. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is correct as the T-90 Bhishma has an advanced digital fire control system (FCS) that enhances its targeting capabilities. Statement 2 is incorrect because the T-90 Bhishma can reach a maximum speed of 60 km/h on different terrains. Statement 3 is incorrect because the T-90 Bhishma features a Nuclear-Biological-Chemical (NBC) protection system, which protects against nuclear, biological, and chemical threats.

#### 9. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the T-90 Bhishma’s advanced features:

• The T-90 Bhishma is integrated with a digital fire control system (FCS) for targeting enemy tanks and other armored targets.

• The T-90 Bhishma can reach a maximum speed of 500 km/h in cross-country terrain.

• The tank’s protection system can detect and neutralize chemical attacks but lacks nuclear protection.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is correct as the T-90 Bhishma has an advanced digital fire control system (FCS) that enhances its targeting capabilities.

Statement 2 is incorrect because the T-90 Bhishma can reach a maximum speed of 60 km/h on different terrains.

Statement 3 is incorrect because the T-90 Bhishma features a Nuclear-Biological-Chemical (NBC) protection system, which protects against nuclear, biological, and chemical threats.

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is correct as the T-90 Bhishma has an advanced digital fire control system (FCS) that enhances its targeting capabilities.

Statement 2 is incorrect because the T-90 Bhishma can reach a maximum speed of 60 km/h on different terrains.

Statement 3 is incorrect because the T-90 Bhishma features a Nuclear-Biological-Chemical (NBC) protection system, which protects against nuclear, biological, and chemical threats.

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the operations and personnel of UNIFIL: UNIFIL peacekeepers are authorized to use force pre-emptively to maintain regional stability. UNIFIL operates independently of the Lebanese Armed Forces. UNIFIL’s personnel are exclusively from countries in the Middle East region. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: d) UNIFIL (United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon) peacekeepers are allowed to use force only in self-defense or to protect civilians, not pre-emptively. UNIFIL conducts joint operations with the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF), meaning it does not operate independently. Its personnel come from 48 countries globally, not exclusively from the Middle East. Incorrect Solution: d) UNIFIL (United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon) peacekeepers are allowed to use force only in self-defense or to protect civilians, not pre-emptively. UNIFIL conducts joint operations with the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF), meaning it does not operate independently. Its personnel come from 48 countries globally, not exclusively from the Middle East.

#### 10. Question

Consider the following statements about the operations and personnel of UNIFIL:

• UNIFIL peacekeepers are authorized to use force pre-emptively to maintain regional stability.

• UNIFIL operates independently of the Lebanese Armed Forces.

• UNIFIL’s personnel are exclusively from countries in the Middle East region.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: d)

UNIFIL (United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon) peacekeepers are allowed to use force only in self-defense or to protect civilians, not pre-emptively. UNIFIL conducts joint operations with the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF), meaning it does not operate independently. Its personnel come from 48 countries globally, not exclusively from the Middle East.

Solution: d)

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